Gramophone November 1979
Debussy and Rachmaninov Cello Sonatas
WEA Enigma’s new record of the Rachmaninov and Debussy cello sonatas, expertly played by Julian Lloyd Webber and Yitkin Seow (K53586, 9/79), is fully competitive and holds its own in quite illustrious company. The two sonatas are not otherwise coupled together, and the Rachmaninov miniatures, Op. 2, if slight, are charming and have the benefit of novelty. The sound is more than just acceptable, and even though the tones of these extremely accomplished young players are not displayed to full advantage, it is still both truthful and attractive enough to make it a useful alternative and a worthwhile contender in the Debussy.
