“These Handel and Haydn Society live concert performances are so comprehensively thought out, expertly put together, and commandingly played, it’s as if the Boston Symphony had been reborn playing period instruments.”

“A confluence of superb conducting, splendid singing, and orchestral distinction made it the finest performance of ‘Messiah’ in years … Both the standing ovations and shouts from the audience were the loudest I’ve heard in many years.”

“It would be hard to imagine a more original Mozart Requiem, or a better one.”

“Christophers is a master at finding joy and grace amidst the darkness... the program was carried off with matchless refinement.”