As to be expected from a publication simply titled Nocturnes these three pieces are permeated in atmosphere, mystery and drama. Presented in the order of E minor, B minor and A minor the first and third ones follow a similar path where the beginnings have an almost elegiac quality before a more robust and agitated middle section arises and then conclude with a recap of the original thematic materiaL The middle Nocturne goes against this style being in a binary form with once again a lengthy melancholy opening but this time ending with a brief presto section. All three are of an attractive nature and in particular the opening parts are very moody and mysterious and with very little imagination conjure up a 'night' atmosphere. This publication would be ideal for student of around Intermediate + standard.
Sieve Marsh (Classical Guitar Magazine)
