Prokofiev: Five Melodies for Violin and Piano, Op. 35b

“Despite some self-conscious moments in the First Sonata, these performances are mercurial and provocative. Kremer and Argerich find expectedly dark resonances in the lyrical Second Sonata whilst projecting a radiant beauty in the Five Melodies.” BBC Music Magazine, August 2008 *****

“Both soloist and orchestra seem to pull out all the stops for Shchedrin's Parabola Concertante. At its most intense moments the cello and timpani engage in an exciting musical dialogue.” BBC Music Magazine, May 2008 ***

"One of Britain's liveliest musical forces, the indefatigably adventurous violinist Madeleine Mitchell" Richard Morrison, The Times

“…Madeleine Mitchell…clearly relishes giving her wonderfully lyrical tone full rein, captured in fine sound, while Andrew Ball is a perfectly discreet accompanist. Strauss's Morgen' makes an exquisite conclusion, as if everything before was merely an extension of the lengthy opening violin solo. When the voice finally enters, it does not seem the least bit out of place, and nor should it, for Elizabeth Watts's divine performance confirms that she is an exceptional young talent.” BBC Music Magazine, December 2007 ****

“Sensitivity and virtuoso brilliance from a brother-and-sister team” Gramophone, on the previous release of this recording

“The SCO's delivery of the 'Classical' Symphony is as crisp and satisfying as a newly minted bank note.” * * * * Classic FM Magazine