“Under Mr. Oundjian the orchestra has maintained its shine, but now it packs a firm punch as well.”

“In addition, you cannot underestimate the importance of Peter Oundjian to the success of this album. The former first violinist of the Tokyo String Quartet has become a world class conductor.”

“Peter Oundjian expertly conducted the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and Choruses, and the Huddersfield Choral Society. This Prom was undoubtedly the most moving of the season for me.”

“Every detail of all this shone out in Oundjian’s reading, and the superb playing for him of the musicians.”

“By any account — orchestral standards, innovative programming, recording, and tours — Oundjian’s long tenure has been spectacularly successful.”

“Maestro Oundjian is still standing before them [the TSO] as their music director; the ship still afloat. How fortunate for Canada – and the World, for that matter that that is the case. It is clear that this is an ensemble of the very first level of excellence.”

“Oundjian kept the ensemble tight, while at the same time infusing the work with a remarkable flexibility. The orchestra has to be commended for tackling contemporary music so brilliantly and one wishes they could have included the work’s first movement in the program.”

“Interpretively, Oundjian doesn’t put a foot wrong, for his recording is cannily paced, scrupulously prepared, free of artifice and, ultimately, very moving.”