Augusta Reed Thomas, Nico Muhly, Andrew Norman
Colin Currie, Utah Symphony
Thierry Fischer
Reference Recordings
Release date: April 2016

“One thing is certain, that the Utah Symphony and music director Thierry Fischer are going places. This superbly recorded anthology reports a top-drawer orchestra” Classical Ear, June 2016

“Thierry Fischer, music director of the Utah Symphony, has once again taken the symphony to new heights. Their latest album features music that goes in so many different directions that after the first listen, I understood why so many have an emotional reaction to classical music. Dawn to Dust is an epic, filled with chaos, beauty and emotional upheaval. … If you are a classical fan, this album is a must-have. If you are an electronic, industrial or pop fan, this album can give you great insight into how to construct a song. I loved this album: I really felt that there was a great deal of emotion and talent behind Dawn to Dust, and I could not help but keep listening to it over and over again. Trust me—if you are an artist, writer or musician, this album is great to listen to while creating.” SLUG Magazine, April 2016

“Scrupulously prepared… dazzling and definitive” HR Audio.net, April 2016

“This is essential listening for fans of new American orchestral music. The triptych gives a fascinating cross-section of current trends, and RR’s “Fresh!” moniker is an incredibly accurate description of the results. The notes on the pieces are by the composers themselves, and it is interesting to see how the prose and musical writing mirror each other…Recorded sound is demonstration quality. Highly recommended!” ConcertoNet, April 2016

“The Utah Symphony Orchestra, excellently conducted by Thierry Fischer , is compact and well-matched in every section, and able to bring out the best in all three compositions…” Critica Classica, April 2016

“under Fischer’s leadership, the group has become an impressive resource. This recording demonstrates well-honed skill in the management of highly complex rhythms and an attentive sense of balance” Examiner, April 2016

“a recording virtually certain to earn Dust to Dawn at least one Grammy nomination…” Stereophile, April 2016