"Her playing threaded expression with authority. strength of personality and clean-edged definition... a singing quality... an artist of exciting potential."

"...showed outstanding musicianship... choice of programme was very varied. demonstrated sensitivity and depth of maturity."

"...strikingly sensitive. ...exciting..."

"....passion and panache. played with real feeling and obvious relish."

"...splendidly exciting. ...triumphant..."

"Clare Howick launched herself into the turbulent waters of Elgar's violin concerto, emerging triumphant some 55 minutes later having revelled in this great work's many emotions. I have no hesitation in declaring this to be the finest concert I've reviewed in 45 years."

"...impressive soloist. effortless command. brilliant display of technique. ...depth of feeling..."

"...model performance. sweet and elegiac in tone, yet with the requisite power."

"...excelled and enthralled..."

"...great musicianship and flair for performance..."

"...have not heard better..."

"A very fine violinist - excellent tone and facility. I enjoyed her playing very much - some truly stirring moments."