Glasgow Herald 25th March 1974
Julian Lloyd Webber: Strauss Don Quixote
“There was plenty to admire in the Glasgow performance. The solo, cello part was to have been played by Oliver Velia, the leader of the orchestra s section, but because he is ill his place was taken by Julian Lloyd Webber, who although still in his early 20s already enjoys a considerable reputation.
It was easy to understand why. Nothing about his playing or interpretation suggested he began to study this work only three weeks ago. The fact that he played it from memory is not important. What impressed was his eloquence, especially in the fifth variation, depicting the Knight s nocturnal vigil, and in the Epilogue.
Also deserving of the highest praise were the solo viola contributions of Colin Kitching. I cannot remember hearing this part, representing Sancho Panza, better played, while Alan Traverse, the orchestra’s leader, thoroughly distinguished himself in the violin solos.”
