"...[the NYOW} is a very good [orchestra] that can hold its own with some professional orchestras of several decades past...what the performance [of the Elgar] has going for it as an unusually dark and mysterious view of the symphony. The performance [of the Hoddinott] is fittingly lively and very good"
Hecht
American Record Guide
“...this new recording on Elgar’s magnificent 2nd symphony is a fascinating one…[the orchestra] give an excellent account of themselves.. the finale… is a tour de force. With copious notes and fine presentation, this... should prove to be a winner.”
Gerald Fenech
Classical Net
“The [orchestra] plays [the Hoddinott] with skill, unanimity and identification. [The Elgar] is a very creditable account for a youth orchestra. A brave choice, valiantly undertaken”
Colin Anderson
International Record Review
"This version of Elgar 2 has a lot going for it...Hoddinott’s dances are superbly carried off by the young players. The notes by Peter Reynolds are outstandingly good having some fascinating touches woven in."
Rob Barnett
Music Web
“ a fine showing in Elgar’s 2nd symphony… a very creditable release indeed”
Peter Spaull
Liverpool Daily Post
“...the youngsters acquit themselves splendidly” ***
Jeremy Nicholas
Classic FM Magazine
“truly outstanding CD…[the Symphony] is delivered with a bold fluency and deeply felt eloquence. [Hoddinott’s Dances] deserve more regular airings… an excellent disc”
Denby Richards
Musical Opinion
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