‘An imaginative and very persuasive performance of the magnificent Sonata for solo cello … Clein characterises this music extremely well—the sense of a developing musical argument is particularly well brought out in her account, which lacks nothing in virtuosity either’ (International Record Review)

‘Kodály's Sonata for solo cello represents one of those daunting summits that cellists feel ineluctably drawn to conquer, and Natalie Clein does so with terrific passion, piquancy and technical accomplishment’ (The Daily Telegraph)

‘Magically deft, soaringly passionate, without any trace of self-indulgence, Clein conjures a full orchestra of colours from her precious Guadagnini cello … Julius Drake's piano accompaniments are expectedly delicate and caring. Hyperion's warm recording is another joy’ (The Times)

‘I can remember first hearing the Kodály Solo Sonata, nearly 50 years ago, and being amazed at its scope and at the composer’s extraordinary resourcefulness. Something of this sense of wonderment returned on listening to Natalie Clein’s account; she produces an astonishing range of colours and evokes the widest variety of expressive styles. I find it admirable, too, how she’s able, in the recording studio, to maintain so much of the excitement and directness of live performance’ (Gramophone)

‘The compelling reason for acquiring this disc … is Clein's magnificent account of the Solo Sonata, Op 8. One of the masterpieces of the cello repertory, it opens with massive, declamatory chords, and Clein's depth of tone makes an immediate impact on this well-engineered recording … a must-have disc’ (BBC Music Magazine)

«Un merveilleux concert» (Diapason, France)

‘This is a fine disc all round’ (American Record Guide)

‘Intriguing, often challenging and downright beautiful … idiomatic performances that amount to inspired advocacy. Lovingly recommended—to those who listen’ (Fanfare, USA)

‘Little-known pieces of rare beauty’ (Classic CD)

‘An absolute classic, not only for Koechlin enthusiasts but for lovers of the flute and deft artistry’ (Fanfare, USA)

‘Entrancing, enthralling, and entertaining … I shall not part with my copy until the Sheriff knocks at the door, and then only grudgingly!’ (American Record Guide)

‘This really must be a find for those who wish to be captivated by some relatively unknown turn-of-the-century French songs’ (Hi-Fi News)