‘Hyperion Records are to be applauded for resurrecting Behind the lines and the other works included here … all is beautifully played and sung, and warmly recommended’ (The Western Front Association)

‘Coles’s own orchestral skills are amply demonstrated by the lush, full-bodied playing of the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra’ (The Daily Telegraph)

‘My reactions to the music, even after listening to the disc for some weeks, still oscillate between amazement, melancholy, and gratitude, although they are gradually melding into a fusion of all three. I don’t doubt that it will affect you too’ (Fanfare, USA)

‘The works here show the power and intensity of a major talent’ (Classic FM Magazine)

‘Stylishly played and naturally recorded … I urge you to share the pleasure I have had from this record’ (Gramophone)

‘Elegant listening’ (American Record Guide)

‘Excellent performances, beautifully recorded’ (BBC World Service)

‘Corelli's affective language thrives on a tingling lightness of touch and this is just what Goodman has’ (Gramophone)

‘Elegant playing—energetic allegros, spacious solo/tutti contrasts, finely poised in the endlessly-spun slow harmonies. Archlute continuo colours delightfully’ (BBC Music Magazine)

‘The Pauline acoustics are captured to great effect. The notes are helpful and texts are printed. With little competition this will fill a Croft slot on the shelf very satisfactorily’ (Fanfare, USA)

‘This is choral singing of the highest quality’ (Choir & Organ)

«L'interpretation de l'hautboïste Sarah Francis et du Quatuor Allegri est toute de charme et de l'harmonie» (Répertoire, France)