Reviews

"Ashford shows in turns a songlike cantabile and a riveting light touch.......A sunny freedom and light-heartedness pervade" 
The Observer 
 
"A most impressive performer"       
The Strad

"........a truly remarkable guitarist"        
 Classical Guitar

"Ashford projects a full rich sound on his spruce guitar; he is polished, musical, and intense."
Soundboard, U.S.A.

"Ashford's playing balanced a wonderfully light, supple touch with understated technical rigour and richly hued, delicately nuanced lyricism....... His interpretation of Mozart's Piano Sonata highlighted his skill at playing to the distinct strengths of his instrument to remake the music in its own image."
The Scotsman

"........his performance was nothing short of dynamic."
Classical Guitar

"This is where Mark's lyrical gift showed itself in full.  Add to that an excellent technique, Mark's wonderful tone, a resposive guitar in the hands of a most sensitive player and you probably have a perfect interpretation of Tarrega!"
West Sussex Guitar Society

"Mark Ashford has a wonderful musicianship and an impeccable technique.  He is one of the most talented guitarists I know"                       
David Russell

"Ashford recaptures and maybe occasionally surpasses the magic of the classic Bream recording from 1959."
Classical Guitar

"Mark played the Sonata with great emotional intensity and superb technical flare. The slow movements were deep and spiritual, the fugue was immaculately constructed and the final allegro despite its technical difficuly flowed effortlessly and was rewarded by the most enthusiastic applause."
West Sussex Guitar Society

"The Bach Sonata sounded inspirational, and with both the Fugue and Allegro, Ashford, on several occasions transcended the mere excellent to something on a far higher plain......Ginastera's Sonata was delivered with near perfection."                                            
Classical Guitar

"This, Mark's third recital for the Society, was a wonderful balance of styles, sounds, ages and sheer entertainment.  He seemed relaxed, and totally on top of his form......Three pieces by Tarrega were played with such unbelievable lightness of touch."
Soundhole, Southampton Guitar Society

"Mark's performance was so convincing from the very first note, that it captured my imagination instantly and the sense of excitement and adventure did not go till the very last sound."
West Sussex Guitar Society