Many of the Images (1989) might attract any Grade 5 plus pianist seeking an alternative to Bach Inventions, and each of the 11 Reflections reflects on something real - a chord, a sequence, a mood - and then stops when most such music drifts into self-indulgence . . . Like a chef at the top of his game, he always leaves you wanting more yet satisfied with what you 've had. * Pianist Magazine, April 20 *
Howard Skempton is a composer I have admired for some time. These pieces are short, to the point, and truly beautiful. His preoccupation with sound rather than technical complexities make all works in this volume available to grade 4-7 players and the concise musical nature of his pieces should encourage teachers to include them in their work. * MMA Ensemble Jan 05 *
The only virtuoso piece is one for Gutman, Octaves, otherwise most depend on rhythmic wit and the ability to create atmosphere; an easily accessible face of 20th century piano writing. * Pamela Lidiard, EPTA Piano Professional, Jan 05 *
