“…This release is well worth exploring, both for works that are familiar and those that, until now, were virtually unknown,”    Raymond Tuttle 

“…This fine disc continues in the line of its predecessors, all of which are worth collecting…”  Phillip Scott

“…All in all, this is an enjoyable, well-designed program, superbly played by a young ensemble under the accomplished hand of a stylish conductor, another addition to a splendid series, complete with two studio premiere performances. Intelligent booklet notes by Frank K. DeWald.”

Joker Crescendo

Sound: 10    Libretto: 8     Repertoire: 9    Interpretation: 10

“… Throughout this program, the National Orchestra Institute Philharmonic music stands are absolutely stunning in both the tuttis and the individualities. The technical level of these young artists is masterful and exemplary, far surpassing so many professional groups! JoAnn Falletta knows the stylistic roots of this music like the back of her hand and she manages to capture the spirit and style of it. The sound recording is also excellent and stands out as another argument in favor of this jubilant record which goes off the beaten track.”

“…Both soloists, conductor JoAnn Falletta and the National Orchestral Institute Philharmonic give sterling accounts of all four works, which express both their Americanism and universal appeal. The recording is vibrant and atmospheric…”

“A mixed orchestral bag, but none the worse for that… The premiere recording of Paul Creston’s lively Saxophone Concerto may well be the highlight for some.” ****

“…JoAnn Falletta conducts the suite [Copland – Tender land Suite] very atmospherically, creating a wonderful tableau of typical American music… [Pietà] is performed here in the composer’s orchestration, with Anna Mattix as the soloist, who does perfect justice to the work’s reflective character… [The Incredible Flautist] is a charming and thoroughly entertaining piece of music, played captivatingly by the Buffalo Philharmonic.” *****