This DG collection of 12 Chopin Nocturnes is taken from the very popular complete set recorded by Maria Joao Pires in 1996, available in America from Decca.Maria João Pires - Chopin · The Nocturnes For many listeners who balk at purchasing the entire set for 30 dollars this makes an excellent, far less expensive option. With the more famous Nocturnes included the Cd makes a great gift or introduction to the composer. I recently reviewed the complete set: Pires' playing throughout is highly melodious and she brings considerable class to each piece. While many superlative performances exist of each of the more well-known Nocturnes, Pires brings to each of the Nocturnes a very high standard of music-making. This is wonderful music, beautifully recorded and played.