The music of Kile Smith is praised by critics and audiences for its emotional power, direct appeal, and strong voice. Gramophone hailed the –sparkling beauty” of his music, calling Vespers –spectacular.” The Philadelphia Inquirer called it –ecstatically beautiful,” American Record Guide, –a major new work,” Audiophile Audition, –easily one of the best releases of the year of any typeÄ a crime to pass up,” and Fanfare, –a magnificent achievement.”
