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“Really exemplary interpretation… The activity of Francisco Martínez, as a saxophone soloist and as conductor of the Sax-Ensemble, has proved to be unpayable regarding the diffusion of his instrument in Spain, in general as well as in the specific field of contemporary music.

The “Concert for Saxophone and Orchestra” by Carlos Cruz de Castro was new in Madrid; an important work based on the balanced and contrasting dialogue between the soloist – with a very virtuous part mastered by Francisco Martínez – …

“His virtuosity, his exceptional faculty in the extreme treble range, and his smooth technique were an inspiration for the students…

“Admirable sound – With the alto and the soprano saxophone – Perfect air column, as well the “bow” movement in string instruments. Excellent vibrato and very talented lyricism. My congratulations in the name of the “good saxophone”. You are “Grand” with the instrument. –––BRAVO!!!

“The concert by the saxophonist Francisco Martinez revealed some clues of the current interpretation such as: believing in what you are performing – believing the music contained in the scores played -; high technical and musical skills which allow tackling without difficulty any written work with the composition languages and codes of today; and finally,…

“A soloist with a beautiful sound and excellent interpretation in the concert for Saxophone and Orchestra by Edison Denisov …