‘Sympathetically recorded and with excellent booklet notes by Rice, this is another fine release by an ensemble that could be seen as stemming from the same tradition as The Tallis Scholars, i.e a chamber choir bringing before the public little-known repertoire, the worth of which it passionately believes in. It does it every bit as well, too’ (International Record Review)

‘This is the second recording by The Brabant Ensemble devoted to Clemens … together they go some way to convincing us that he was one of the better composers of the 16th century … here we get good tuning and chordal singing that glows from within’ (BBC Music Magazine)

‘This enticing seventh (and final) volume of Clementi's works for solo piano is a notable achievement on several levels. The same team … have combined to produce no fewer than 14 CDs of remarkably uniform quality, insight and interest in a mere 4 years … there are over 152 minutes of music on the present discs, much of it demanding. How Shelley manages to absorb it all and then convince you that he has been playing it all his life with his characteristic elegance and dexterity is a gift given to few. Such an eminent composer deserves no less’ (Gramophone)

‘Demidenko brings enormous gravitas and spirituality. The fire and dash he lavishes on the quicker movements make this highly enjoyable disc no less exciting than any of his Medtner, Chopin or Rachmaninov releases on Hyperion’ (Hi-Fi News)

‘If your acquaintance with Clementi's output is limited to the Op 36 Sonatinas you dutifully practised in your youth, Demidenko's exalted interpretation of Clementi will come as nothing short of a revelation. This release serves as a landmark recording of these unjustly neglected masterworks’ (Soundscapes, Australia)

‘This first Hyperion volume of a projected complete recording of all the sonatas is cause for celebration, and not only because it is laid out chronologically. Howard Shelley has a special feel for this music, and in his hands, these marvelous pieces are indeed revealed in all their translucent textures and melodic invention. The attractive price tag (two for the price of one) together with superb sound and authoritative annotations complete a fine first helping of what should be a resounding success all around’ (Classical.net)

‘Shelley in a nutshell: sparkling clarity, perfect sense of line and style, and deep respect for the musical idiom of the early Classical keyboard works’ (Pianist)

‘The sonatas 'proper' recorded here each consist of short movements. Every one is a delight; this is good-natured music deisgned to appeal, which it does with grace, civility and clarity. Brilliance is not denied, though—the 'Spritoso' opening movement of the F major work … is a rumbustious number that recalls Domenico Scarlatti's flamboyance. Slow movements are unfailingly lyrical and dance forms add elegance … Howard Shelley, his piano beautifully recorded, plays with immense style and affection, alive to the music's sparkling and intimate scale—invention that charms and invigorates. It will be fascinating to chart Clementi's later works in the genre of the sonata with Shelley as the consummate guide’ (International Piano)

‘Clementi was a master of intricate structure and dynamics, as Shelley's elegant readings vividly demonstrate’ (The Observer)

‘Shelley's playing is warm and expressive throughout, and there's enough enjoyment here to make one look forward to the continuation of his series’ (BBC Music Magazine)

‘Wonderful playing, superb sound and a valuable addition to the catalogue’ (Classic FM Magazine)

‘Launching his complete Clementi cycle in impressive style, Howard Shelley tosses off chains of thirds and octaves with elegant virtuosity, and brings an ideal expressive flexibility to the more personal sonatas’ (The Daily Telegraph)