Musical America : “James Gaffigan led a dramatic and fast-moving performance in an exciting, visceral approach. The Classical Review : “Gaffigan’s fluid gestures ensured admirable ensemble cohesion from all musicians, with fine details emerging from the texture as he balanced the powerful orchestra, a main character in any Wagner opera, with his singers.” The music never lagged, and the orchestral sound was as exciting as Wagner requires.” Sharps and Flat Irons : “James Gaffigan led the Santa Fe orchestra with a welcome sense of direction. Santa Fe Opera Review : ““The orchestra, under the impassioned leadership of James Gaffigan, rose handsomely to the occasion.” Gaffigan is one of the most promising conductors of his generation.” Musical America : “James Gaffigan led a dramatic and fast-moving performance in an exciting, visceral approach.

The Wall Street Journal : “The orchestra, under the impassioned leadership of James Gaffigan, rose handsomely to the occasion.” Rave reviews have been pouring in from media outlets praising James Gaffigan’s conducting of Tristan und Isolde at the Santa Fe Opera.

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