Reviews of Debussy Piano Music Volume I and
Images: The Piano Music of Claude Debussy

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Independent on Sunday (London) 'From this disc it is clear that his relationship with the music is profound and intimate, spaciously realized with a seductive sense of line.' Michael White

Journal of the European Piano Teachers Association (London) 'After Dominique Merlet's idiomatic Debussy one hardly expects to hear another superb performance on CD. Paul Roberts' record is a must for every lover of Debussy's music.' Peter Feuchtwanger

Fanfare (USA) 'He makes a good impression on this disc, particularly in the extroverted pieces. And 'La cathédrale engloutie' is exceptionally well planned and executed, making it one of the best versions I know. 'Et la lune' shows this pianist's tonal sensitivity and musical empathy ...

I applaud his generously illustrated book, which is a significant contribution to our understanding of the literary and artistic influences on Debussy's piano works. This is a task that few pianists would be up to.' Charles Timbrell

Classic CD Magazine (London) 'The most thoughtful preparation is apparent in every sound he makes, yet the music also flows, as if of its own accord. There seems little doubt that Paul Roberts's version of the first book of Préludes is the most desirable modern recording currently available in the UK.' (Four star recommendation) Adrian Jack

Classical Music Magazine (Canada) 'The CD includes wonderfully evocative performances of Images II, Estampes and Préludes I, readings which brilliantly corroborate the strongly held convictions that are argued so convincingly in the book.

Roberts's views are insightful and profound - an indispensable book for music lovers and pianists.' Rick MacMillan