Irresistibly suave, lucid music-making from this distinguished partnership (the masterly Noel Lee displays the lightest touch throughout). What consistently inventive, impeccably crafted and rewarding repertoire too. The lovely First Sonata (1885) has long been a favourite, but here’s a chance to get to know its successor of 11 years later – a considerable achievement, still under-appreciated today. A lovely collection, albeit recorded within a slightly over-resonant acoustic.'