"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."  

Elgar Concerto - Chelmsford Weekly News

 

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

Mozart no.5 - The Surrey Comet

 

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

Recital - Halifax Evening News

 

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

The Four Seasons - The Oxford Times

 

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

 Recital - Newark Advertiser 

 

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

Elgar Concerto - Essex Chronicle

 

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

Elgar Concerto - Reading Chronicle

 

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

Beethoven Concerto - The Surrey Comet

 

 "...excelled and enthralled..."  

Korngold Concerto - The Surrey Comet

 

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

Bruch Concerto/Beethoven Romance - Chesterfield Symphony Orchestra

 

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

Recital - Martin Lovett of the Amadeus Quartet

 

"...marvellous solo contributions from Clare Howick at the Leader's desk."

CBSO/Symphony Hall (The Birmingham Post)