‘There are few records of Monteverdi's solo vocal music as persuasive as this … superb’ (The Penguin Guide to Compact Discs)

‘Wonderful. Performed with the vigour, intelligence and sense of sheer enjoyment of the music that one would expect from this group of artists’ (International Record Review)

‘Emma Kirkby is at her bewitching best’ (Amazon.co.uk)

‘If you don't already own this joyous disc … add it to your collection without delay. It will repay the outlay a hundred times’ (Goldberg)

‘Unique and valuable. This will rank as one of Harry Christophers' proudest moments on disc and I urge you to put it next to any other recording you have’ (Fanfare, USA)

‘A very worthwhile introduction to some marvellous music by Morales’ (Early Music Review)

‘The choral sound is sumptuous … James O’Donnell gives us a reading that sounds engaged and expressive while maintaining good choral discipline’ (American Record Guide)

‘Garnished with a Mozartian eloquence and eliciting from Francis her creamiest sounds …’ (BBC Music Magazine)

‘Truly, music of the Gods’ (Daily Express)

‘It is hard to imagine more affecting, stylish readings’ (International Record Review)

‘Exquisite interpretations, superb musicianship and natural recorded sound prove an entrancing combination’ (Classic FM Magazine)

‘A delight’ (Hi-Fi News)