Classical harmonica performances.
Larry Adler: Concert & Recital Classics, remastered by The Digital Gramophone Company for its 2025 release in Europe and the UK, showcases the virtuosic talent of Larry Adler, widely regarded as one of the greatest harmonica players of all time.
This collection brings together a selection of his most captivating performances from the mid-20th century, blending classical compositions with lighter recital pieces that highlight the harmonica’s surprising depth and expressive range.
Featuring works likely including collaborations with composers like Ralph Vaughan Williams and Darius Milhaud—both of whom wrote for Adler—the album captures his ability to transform the humble “mouth organ” into a concert instrument, with a tone that’s both hauntingly lyrical and technically dazzling.
Remastered to preserve the warmth of the original recordings, this release offers classical music aficionados and vintage music lovers a chance to rediscover Adler’s groundbreaking artistry and his unique contribution to 20th-century music