“A sensitive poet of the lute … of introverted, understated, internalised style. A profound knowledge of the Shakespearean sound world characterises this English lutenist, who brought out the facets of his Renaissance lute in the most subtle and beautiful way.”
Roswitha Frey Badische Zeitung
“Clever b***ocks”
Danny Dyer Right Royal Family (BBC 1)
“The Eric Clapton of the Lute”
Jim Clevett Badische Zeitung
“Tasteful performers of early madrigal art with English folk music in their blood, and a fine sense of humorous staging!”
Vienna Konzerthaus review of Fair Oriana
”With a breathtaking technique this young lutenist made a huge impact… Brown relishes the intricate, carefully-shaded atmosphere of Danyel… a superb debut.”
Simon Jenner Fringe Review
"Sam interpreted with a strength and sensitivity that captivated the audience"
Angela McTavish Good Vibrations
"A sensitive accompanist; his beautiful solos were captivating."
Ingo Negwer Online Musik Magazin
"The beautiful Guitar Concerto was magical from start to finish. Brown plays the piece wonderfully.”
Chris Dumigan Classical Guitar Magazine
"A rising star"
Chris Goodwin Lute News
“Brown… show[s] a great range of the instrument’s abilities, and he is particularly impressive in that solo movement…”
Nick Boston GScene