‘Recorded in New York in 2023, the soprano sings Strauss, Wagner, Grieg and more to thrilling effect, her sincerity and passion matched perfectly on piano … outstanding singing’ (The Guardian)

‘A beautiful reminder that tops can be tails and ends hold beginnings’ (Gramophone)

‘All in all, this is a highly recommendable, varied selection from Bizet’s under-valued oeuvre … played by a master stylist’ (Gramophone)

‘This recording is a real treat and a splendid addition to what is already an imposing catalogue … the combination of clarity and balance of this Hyperion recording, revealing details one often bypasses or simply does not hear, along with the vibrant choral dimension, is a very persuasive aspect’ (Gramophone)

‘I have been seduced, deeply involved and, by the end, overwhelmed by this remarkable recording’ (colinscolumn.com)» More

‘This CD is another very successful piece of work from Laurence Perkins who has always remained individual and characterful. The playing is full of commitment and I recommend it highly. The recording quality from the Hyperion team at the wonderful Wyastone Concert Hall is excellent throughout’ (Double Reed News)» More

‘Meaty listening’ (The Times)» More

‘Marc-André Hamelin’s technical finesse, textural variety, linear organisation and expressive intelligence bring life and meaning to the unique pianistic aesthetic of Godowsky’s Passacaglia, setting reference standards for listeners and pianists alike … in short, Hamelin’s Hyperion recording remains a top recommendation’ (Gramophone)

‘Binns has an uncanny ability to absorb and convey the character of a vast array of music; whatever he plays is marked by both sympathy and commitment … this release should simultaneously boost both your spirits and Binns’s reputation. The restorations are expert – a special boon in the Rubinstein and Alkan works … fine commentaries by both Gramophone’s Jeremy Nicholas and APR’s Mike Spring only add to the festivities’ (Gramophone)

'Prosseda is een meester-verteller, die de kunst van het doseren door en door beheerst' (De Standaard, Belgium)

‘Lim's sincere, searching voice and powers of communication always come across in a performance well worth hearing’ (Gramophone)

‘Lim's luminous tone belies his years: it's hard to credit he was all of 21 when giving this performance in New York's Carnegie Hall … the close recording gives away no hint of a live audience while complementing what is fundamentally an intimate address to the cycle: again, you could almost forget (unless actually playing it!) that here is some of Bach's most showy and extrovert keyboard writing’ (Pianist)