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Press Reviews Tom Higgins
‘Tom Higgins was also a happy choice as conductor ... he mingled
light, joyous melody with the darker moods of the piece.’ The Stage ‘Tom Higgins conducted a spirited Wessex Sinfonia with a real
feel for the pacing and detail of the score’ ‘Tom Higgins...This is a man who loves his operettas: with
lilting gestures and a crisp beat, he wooed his players to sparkle and shine
in ‘Tom Higgins’s lively direction ... accurately and sensitively
played.’ The Times
‘It is very good, with excellent playing under Tom Higgins
caught in good clean sound.’ ‘The conductor, Tom Higgins, supported the cast well and drew a
vivacious performance from the Guildford
Philharmonic Orchestra …’ ‘...the conductor (Tom Higgins), drew light and airy playing
from the Wessex Sinfonia.’ Opera Magazine ‘Stylishly and attentively conducted by Tom Higgins, Strauss’s
score invites respect, and here gets it.’ ‘Tom Higgins conducts with responsive spirit.’ Evening Standard ‘It’s very well conducted by Tom Higgins, right from the
beginning the overture just fizzed along.’ BBC Radio Three: On
Air ‘Higgins, always a sympathetic conductor, kept the score
bubbling along nicely.’ Opera Now ‘Tom Higgins shows himself to be a splendid and stylish
conductor, an adept accompanist to his excellent soloists, and an outstanding
interpreter of Sullivan’s music. A fine achievement.’ ‘He [Tom Higgins] also drew a neat and tidy account of the
pleasing score from the Wessex Sinfonia. He is a musician to watch. Musical Opinion
The Observer ‘ ... the orchestra was conducted with pacey precision by Tom
Higgins.’ Metro ‘Tom Higgins and the orchestra also did a fine job ...
supporting the singers effectively.’ Opera L ( ‘The orchestra was clearly inspired by Tom Higgins’ expert
conducting style.’ Dresdener Neueste
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