Alois Schmidenauer, composer
Alyssa Park, violin
& Lyris Quartet
Leonhard Leeb, composer
Franko Bozac, bayan
& Duo Mascagni
International Summer
Music Academy Orpheus
Bashkim Shehu, composer
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SPECIAL ASSOCIATION
Spanische Musikwoche Wien
European Viola Association
International Music Center
of America
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AUDIENCE
First-hand accounts and testimonials regarding Mr. Hacko's work as a conductor and music director
[Budavari
Te Deum by Zoltan Kodaly] is a dramatic and highly integrated symphonic work in which the chorus,
four soloists, and orchestra are fused into a single but versatile instrument. ....Indeed, [during the performance] the sounds of vocalists blended so well that I ultimately gave
up trying to hear the various voicing and simply listened to the composite
whole. Nor was I able to hear the various orchestra sections individually
..... What I did notice was the sense of energy in this dramatic, exciting
work.
Laurie Fischer, community member
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Mr. Hacko’s work has been visionary in our city. He is a musician devoted to great musical sound, a conductor of compelling conducting style, a person of incredible energy and courage. He, more than anyone in the recent years, has succeeded in redefining symphonic music in our city.
The secret of Maestro Hacko’s success is his clear vision, an extraordinary skill as a conductor, a compelling communication style, and a high level of creative energy. He is very positive yet demanding conductor. He expects much from his orchestra yet he also empowers them to reach his high expectations. He is a maestro in the great European tradition, holding his post with responsibility, dignity and passion. His music speaks powerfully. His contribution to our community has been exceptional.
Yuriy Oliynyk, composer
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What rare and profound sort of treat it was to hear the Bach's Mass in B Minor under your [Hacko's] direction. The sounds are still resonating in my mind, so much so that I am motivated to write and say thank you.
Your interpretation moved from strength to strength, leading the ear from one delight to the next. I particularly appreciated the way you seamlessly shifted gears from dancing rhythms to weighty speeds for the darker movements -- and what a glorious sound it all made in the acoustics of the cathedral. Hearing this work in an ecclesiastical setting made it all the richer.
I can't forget the great swinging bell you made of the Sanctus, and the fine bass playing, and a thousand other details. To keep this letter brief, I can only touch upon the superlative preparation of the chorus, the uniformly excellent solo singing which conveyed the text with Baroque emotion, the superlative obbligato playing, the beautiful blending of instrumental groups, and the cohesiveness of your overall vision in a work which can sprawl in lesser hands.
The B Minor Mass turned out to be one of the highlights of my musical decade. Thank you for a treasurable experience.
Preston Reese, community leader
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From the first time I saw and heard him conduct he has impressed me with his sensitive musicianship, his thorough musical training and consistent application of technique... Drawing attention to his mode of work and character, he is a dynamo of energy, always pacing his energies in the rehearsal and performance. He is conscientious, given to professional integrity ... a man of fortitude. If one would express a drawback, which is not a disparagement but rather a trait of a leader, he often moves faster than his colleagues. I respect and uphold him in his integrity and honesty, firm adherence to a code of artistic excellence. He is an outstanding musician.
Dr. Warren Becker, organist
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Hacko led the work (Mahler's Symphony No. 1 "Titan") in a frequently all out style, that seemed well suited to the music, and the orchestra responded with a performance that justly could be called a victory.
The Sacramento Bee
