Instrumental, Goossens (composer)

The interpretation [of the Strauss] is challenging, studied rather than effortlessly flowing. I respect it, and the inner orchestral details are magical, but would Strauss want so many changes... — BBC Music Magazine, September 2019, 5 out of 5 stars (Performance) / 4 out of 5 stars (Recording) More…

Every colour, every dynamic, every variety of vibrato, everything in the service of a huge musical heart backed by a huge musical brain. — The Double Reed More…

Wind band players will find plenty to please them in this treasure chest. I suspect that many of these works will find their way into the repertoire, and hope that they will be given equally... — Gramophone Magazine, May 2008 More…

Dickinson, a fine musician with a wealth of experience, plays with a swinginspired half-smile and knowingly contrived insouciance. — Gramophone Magazine, April 2022 More…

Although hardly world-beating, these are worthy performances, well recorded, in support of a musically valuable enterprise. — Gramophone Magazine, May 2021 More…

Though not all the works are memorable...this is a fascinating document...Overall more reflective than virtuosic, this disc allows Plowright to show off his superb command of texture and colour. — BBC Music Magazine, December 2011, 4 out of 5 stars More…

Pianists' paradise: highlights from an addictive, blissful annual festival. — Gramophone Magazine, February 2006 More…