‘… music of noble and moving eloquence – It will surely be taken up eagerly by solo cellists everywhere as a work exhibiting the unique capacities of the instrument in a profound and effective way.’
The Sydney Morning Herald (Australia) (Roger Covell), 16 April 1979 ‘… draws its inspiration from plainsong and maintains a wonderful sense of space and stillness.’
BBC Music Magazine (UK) (Helen Wallace), October 1995
‘… a major addition to contemporary cello literature.’
Classic CD (UK) (Michael Jameson), November 1995