“[This disc attests] to the composer's skill and subtle originality. Although broadly tonal the music shows considerable variety harmonically, ranging from the modally expressive to the quartal piquancy of Hindemith. Modulations happen by sleight of hand; the pivot chords provoke marvel, whilst melodies are plastic, limpid and show the influence of plainsong. Extensive and authoritative notes...fine instrument. The Organ Symphony... is surely one of the best organ works of recent decades. John Ellis has found a marvellous champion of his work in Robin Walker... playing is first rate. [The recording] is excellent...lovers of organ music should not hesitate. I look forward to hearing more of John Ellis' work in the future” – David Hackbridge Johnson (MusicWeb)

“ Without a doubt [the organ Symphony] is John Ellis's masterwork and the more I have heard it the more it surprises and amazes me. Any organist interesting in something new and challenging should track it down. Robin Walker is a marvellous advocate... he handles the instrument superbly. The accompanying booklet is a model of its kind. It possesses succinct but useful comments on the music as well as biographies of both the composer and performer.” - Gary Higginson (MusicWeb)