“It took Marc Taddei only one year as music director and chief conductor of the Christchurch Symphony to turn repertoire and public taste on its head. Orpheus and Bacchus blew him here. The new works he introduced in his first two years alone surpassed the total in the orchestra’s history. All his substantial legacy to Christchurch has radiated out from this innovative ebullience.. His typical American ability to break down formal barriers through friendly chat enabled him to take his audience with him, no matter how demanding the programme. …Take a bow, Taddei and players. You gave us a night to treasure.”
“Maestro Taddei has so extended the range of music the orchestra plays that its tradition now encompasses almost everything…This concert was a very fine achievement in its own right, something of a milestone in the orchestra’s history, and a great way to remember Marc Taddei’s magnificent contribution as musical director.”
“Splendidly committed accompaniments from the New Zealanders and Marc Taddei round out a most worthwhile release.”
“ this CD is a vital release. Feel absolutely no hesitation in rushing out and buying it as soon as the shops are open! This CD must be one of the best issues of 2006 …”
“Engagingly partnered… throughout by Marc Taddei and the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra…”