“Thierry Fischer could scarcely have chosen a better vehicle for his Utah Opera debut. Stravinsky’s score includes some astonishingly beautiful writing for woodwinds, and the Utah Symphony musicians — sitting higher than usual for maximum impact, thanks to the new technological capabilities of the Capitol Theatre pit — played it with vibrancy. The strings and brass also shone, particularly in the gorgeous nocturnal scenes.”
 
The Salt Lake Tribune, May 2015

“Equal kudos to the orchestra. Maestro Thierry Fischer has a well-known affinity for Stravinsky and that shone through. The score is not so much for an orchestra as for a kaleidoscope of small ensembles within the larger group. Fischer brought his customary care for clarity, balance, and attention to detail, and the musicians played with buoyant energy and flair.”
 
Reichel Recommends, May 2015