John Lanchbery - Ketelbey - In A Persian Market... May 2026

Lanchbery manages to strip away the "kitsch" often associated with Ketèlbey. He approaches the music with rather than irony, making it feel like a grand, lush tone poem. It is arguably the definitive modern recording for those who appreciate British light music at its most evocative.

: The opening "camel tread" is steady and purposeful, avoiding the sluggishness found in lesser recordings. John Lanchbery - Ketelbey - In a Persian Market...

💿 Review: Ketèlbey’s "In a Persian Market" Lanchbery manages to strip away the "kitsch" often

: Fans of light classical, 20th-century British conductors, and atmospheric program music. making it feel like a grand

: The woodwinds shine here, capturing the "shimmering" heat of the marketplace with vibrant clarity. ⚖️ The Verdict

: The male chorus (the beggars) is balanced perfectly—audible and atmospheric without overpowering the strings.