‘This is simply superb in every way. Franck's Sonata in A usually dominates any violin recital, especially when the performance is as wonderful as this, yet here it is but one component in an exquisitely balanced programme … a generously-filled disc that ends all too soon’ (BBC Music Magazine)» More

‘This is an exceptional release’ (Classical Source)» More

'Niet algemeen bekend is dat Clarke het werk [de Altvioolsonate] publiceerde voor altviool of cello. Dat komt vooral omdat er weinig goede cello-opnamen zijn. Daarin is nu verandering gekomen met de opname van celliste Natalie Clein en pianist Christian Ihle Hadland. De cello geeft de Sonate een robuustere klank en laat de taal van Clarke die doorspekt is met chromatiek, verwijde en poly-tonaliteit in deze sonate nog duidelijker en scherper spreken. Wat dat aangaat klin ken de drie korte werken en de Cellosonate van Frank Bridge een stuk milder en lieflijker. Net als de Six Studies in English Folk Song van Vaughan Williams, die de cd besluiten en nog even samenvattend duidelijk maken dat het de Engelse tongval en volksmuziek is die de drie componisten op deze mooi verzorgde cd verbindt' (De Nieuwe Muze, Netherlands)» More

‘This is a truly exciting release. In using that word I’m not just referring to the big, set-piece musical items. The smaller-scale pieces are just as thrilling to hear, but in a different fashion. But what makes this album particularly exciting is, firstly, the sense of history and tradition that is so vividly conveyed and, secondly, the fact that so many young musicians—clearly very talented—have been involved’ (MusicWeb International)

«De l'autorité la plus rude à la tendresse la plus suave, ce sont toutes les humeurs qui traversent l'interprétation de Steven Osborne. C'est un Beethoven qui impose un point de vue avec un jeu décidé, franc, direct. Un sens de la forme qui ne faiblit jamais, une qualité de son qui force l'admiration. C'est un jeu tendu qui empêche l'auditeur de lâcher prise. On demeure admiratif du contrôle de chaque détail qui n’empêche jamais le souffle» (France Musique, France)» More

‘While it’s naive to talk about a 'best choice' for such well-contested repertoire as this, these readings can confidently be placed amongst the finest to appear in recent times … everyone should know these sonatas, and Osborne’s album deserves to do well’ (Classic FM)

‘These three sonatas seem to express everything in music, including wit and generosity. Osborne, always a player in absolute service to the composer, captures Beethoven’s humanity, tumult and crazed fervour. This revered Scottish pianist has a special capacity for the ethereal. Check out the opening of the last movement (Andante) of Op 109, in the Adagio of Op 110, in the Arietta of Op 111’ (The Guardian)

‘It is probably not too far a stretch to suggest parallels with the great late String Quartet recordings of the Busch Quartet or the Alban Berg Quartet; there is a similar level of understanding from Osborne … a stunning release. Osborne’s readings will, beyond doubt, move you’ (MusicWeb International)» More

‘El León de Oro is in every respect worthy of inclusion among the world’s finest interpreters of this repertoire … without question, this program honors and achieves one of the tenets of all great performances: leave them wanting more’ (Classics Today)» More

‘These are charming works, given well-deserved—and well-crafted—performances here for Hyperion by violinist Benjamin Nabarro, cellist Gemma Rosefield and pianist Tim Horton. The Molto vivace of Trio No 1 fizzes with effervescence, while the players bring earnest emotion to the slow movement and motoring intensity to the finale … a worthwhile and overdue recording’ (Limelight, Australia)» More

‘I love that there’s nothing about this performance of Clara’s concerto that underplays its ambition, charm and the Romantic thrust of the finale. Good recording, too. Thoughtful couplings as well, including the Konzertstück by Ferdinand Hiller—a concerto in all but name … a timely contribution to Clara Schumann’s 200th anniversary year’ (BBC Record Review)

‘Roscoe’s attention to detail, coupled with his flair and panache makes this an essential disc, and indeed series, for any lover of the music of Ernő Dohnányi, and indeed for anyone coming to this music new … the booklet notes, in English, German and French are excellent, in that they give detailed accounts of the music and of the composer, whilst the recorded sound is up to Hyperion’s usual high standard’ (MusicWeb International)» More