The trio rises to the same high level. Note how well the ensemble characterizes each movement, taking care to differentiate between the central adagio and the ensuing andantino grazioso. Fröst plays with a warm, liquid tone, and his intonation is dead accurate. Often clarinet and piano don't sound well together, but it's no issue here. The sonics in both stereo and multi-channel formats offer simply the last word in realism, with perfect balances and an impressive "you are there" immediacy. Yes, the microphones capture a bit of Fröst's breathing, but this is never distracting. So if you're looking for top-quality performances of these lovely works in state-of-the-art sound, this disc is unquestionably the way to go. [3/1/2006]