“… His [Williams] interpretations are always intelligent and unmannered. Tempos are good, and timing is well managed…”

“…Williams delivers an elegant and polished performance [of Papillons], adroitly capturing the ever-contrasting moods. Concluding the first disc is the six movement Humoresque Op.20 from 1839, a score that has possibly never earned the reputation it deserves. Williams continues to demonstrate a real affinity for this archly Romantic repertoire in the famed Davidsbündlertanze Op.6 which opens the second disc…In contrast [to Nachtstücke Op.23]  is the jovial Faschingsschwank aus Wien Op.26, a wonderful depiction of a Viennese carnival which Williams performs with much bravado, bringing the set to a most satisfying conclusion.”

“Llyr Williams’s poise, clarity and wholeness of approach, admirable in themselves, are no barriers to the passion, romance and reverie inherent in this generous selection … Williams’s music-serving virtuosity is another plus …”

“This pair of generously filled discs attests to the Welsh pianist Llyr Williams’s passion for this repertoire and his capacity to embrace its soaring imagination, eccentricity and fantasy…

Performance ****      Recording *****

“… an enjoyable and well-recorded album.”

“… These are mature interpretations, honestly formulated and, despite all restraint, always alert and attractive.” *****

“…the performances are always immaculate, their working out totally lucid; it’s unquestionably thoughtful, authoritative playing.” ****

“… the scherzo [of Fantasie in C major] is a light-touch delight, notably in that glorious final hurtle. The 12 Papillons Op 2 are similarly fluid, and both the Davidsbündlertänze and the haunting Nachstücke draw from Williams playing that is, yes, precise but also sings clearly and freely.” ****