“And again, as seems to always be the case with Orchestra Wellington, the star of the show was conductor Marc Taddei, his enthusiasm and energy is palpable from the moment he arrives on stage, usually applauding his featured performers onto the stage as if a hype-man for a hip-hop MC or boxing manager, or part of a UFC entourage.”
“…principal credit goes to Marc Taddei who conducted, as he frequently does, from memory; the buoyancy and warmth of the playing was simply a delight, with magical quiet passages, allowing an excellent launch-pad for crescendos.”
“One clue, always, is the beam of the players. They, and the captain of the team, the always generous in and of spirit conductor Marc Taddei seemed genuinely moved and thrilled to have been a part of this performance. It was certainly something special.”
“All the symphony’s finest qualities were brought to the fore in this brilliantly incisive performance.”
“Rotunda, is from there a definite duet between musicians and dancers, with celebrated conductor Marc Taddei, very much a part of the action. “