"Recording of the month: The Dutch orchestra and Italian choir are superb in the 'Requiem - Kyrie'. Pappano shapes the music most beautifully, those rocking string figures especially well done ... As for Pappano, he makes it all sound so effortless, 'floating' those heavenly phrases in much the same way Davis did all those years ago ... It's clear Pappano has the measure of Berlioz's ambitious score ... As for the 'Sanctus', it's the soloist who takes centre stage. This is a small but crucial role, and, joy of joys, the Mexican tenor Javier Camarena sings with an ardour and purity of tone that's most appealing ... But, it's the choir who have the last word, their long-breathed 'Amens' a fitting coda to this distinguished - and most desirable - release. A musical and sonic milestone; in short, a Requiem to die for".