“The tender cello solo from Jamal Aliyev in Memoirs of a Geisha is in my ear still.” Ivan Hewitt, The Telegraph / BBC Proms / July 2017
“Aliyev played the cello with grave tenderness.” Louise Flind, Bachtrack / BBC Proms / July 2017

“Thoughtful, expansive readings of the two great Soviet cello sonatas from a young artist possessed of enviable technique and a rich broad palette.” Classical Music Magazine, April 2017

“There’s a heartfelt quality to Jamal Aliyev’s playing that comes across strongly on this debut disc…”
BBC Music Magazine, April 2017

“… countless little touches of imaginative colour… whirling and shimmering… Thought-provoking.”
Gramophone, April 2017