Blue Touch Sonata is a three-movement composition written in a jazzy-blues style with classical/baroque nuances here and there. The lengthiest movement comes with the first one, a piece which is attention-grabbing from the opening bar with its contemporary jazz overtones and a, highly-dramatic mid-section. The second movement has a gentle, lilting waltz character about it and it is in this one where the baroque influence manifests itself. The final part is perhaps the most formal of the three with some «classical-style« configurations but still retaining the jazz-blues character. Throughout the entire work there is some interesting and enjoyable interplay between the two parts and the whole work is a most enjoyable, interesting and stimulating composition. The really good news is that this would be easily accessible for mid-range players and to have a relatively substantial work as good as this one written for that standard is something to be welcomed. The edition comes with full score and separate parts for each player.
Steve Marsh (Classical Guitar Magazine)
