THE BUZZ...
WHAT THEY SAY ABOUT ONTARIO PHILHARMONIC
CONCERT REVIEWS
● First-rate musicmaking TORONTO STAR
● This is a fantastic orchestra being led by a first-rate conductor. MUSICAL TORONTO
● Maestro Parisotto’s control of his forces made a pandemonium of orchestral colours... A finish that brought the audience to its feet. The Ontario Philharmonic... is a fine music-making instrument. OPUS ONE REVIEW
● The sounds these musicians make are certainly in keeping with their resonant name. Right from the opening...there was a surge of power from the strings (and a rhythmic impetus from everybody) that suggested an uncommon level of commitment... The spirit remained intense after intermission. The opening was ferocious. This timpani player meant business. Yet there was always a feeling of respiration... Clarinet and horn exchanged colours warmly in the scherzo and the brass made impressive entries in the finale. The hymn tune had big-orchestra warmth. NATIONAL POST
● I want to boldly state that this city [Toronto] finally has a credible, professional, full-size alternative to the Toronto Symphony Orchestra... MUSICAL TORONTO
● A wonderful evening of entertainment bestowed upon us from a philharmonic orchestra of musicians armed cap-a-pie who apply their musical skills with verve and gusto... I enjoyed the entire concert cheering with the rest of the audience. Maestro Marco Parisotto delighted the listeners charging each concert minute with bravura of unmatchable musicianship. ONTARIO ARTS REVIEW
COMMENTS BY AUDIENCE MEMBERS
● Thank you so much for your passionate performance of this wonderful music. Our hearts were pounding by the end of the Rondo Finale and we literally leapt to our feet when the last note died away. Once again, Bravo!!!
● About the Mahler concert last night: That was undoubtedly the most breath-taking, heart-wrenching and soul shaking rendition of the Adagietto that I have ever experienced (live and recorded) BRAVISSIMO! and thank you!!
● Wow!!! The orchestra under Marco Parisotto’s skillful guidance & inspiration doesn’t cease to amaze us. The orchestra was exceptional in the Liszt Symphony.
