‘Owen Rees presides over an impeccably poised and outstandingly fervent display … in every way a terrific follow-up to these same forces’ pioneering recording of Leighton’s precocious 1950 cantata Veris gratia … glorious music-making from start to finish, flawlessly captured by producer Adrian Peacock and sound engineer Dave Rowell. I should add that Rees supplies a most illuminating booklet essay. Kudos to all involved!’ (Gramophone)

‘The album that put Whitacre on the musical map’ (Gramophone)

‘The album that put Whitacre on the musical map’ (Gramophone)

‘This is great Bach-playing, proving (to this listener at least) that when hearing Hewitt's Bach it's impossible to imagine the music being performed in any other way. An unmissable bargain’ (Gramophone)

‘As soon as Toscano's forces launched themselves on the eight-part polyphony of Parce mihi, Domine, I knew I was in seventh heaven … the music is enhanced by a warm church acoustic. Sink into the music's beauties and forget the world exists’ (The Times)

‘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