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"…the music of young American composer Eric Nathan would seem to be as diverse as it is arresting ... there’s a constant vein of ingenuity and expressive depth”

- San Francisco Chronicle

 “Nathan’s music moves with bracing intensity and impeccable logic.”

– Boston Classical Review

“a creator receptive to spontaneity but respectful of craft.”

- textura

“deeply compelling”

– The Boston Globe

"Engaging, from a voice we will hear more of."

– The New York Times

“He led a vibrant, sophisticated, and subtle concert that fittingly celebrated the return of the orchestra to live performance….His thoughtful programming, his clear, competent, and musical conducting, and his joy and commitment to the music of living composers make him an outstanding candidate for the job.”

– Boston Music Intelligencer

Additional reviews of specific works and albums (as available) can be found on the Works and Albums pages

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12.22.22 | The Boston Globe, “Highlights from a year of local listening,” by David Weininger
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2.9.17 | The Washington Post, "How fine dining amplified one classical performance” by Anne Midgette
11.20.16 | The New York Times, “Review: Brahms at the Boston Symphony, With Hélène Grimaud” by David Allen
11.12.16 | MassLive.com, “Review: Helene Grimaud, Boston Symphony Orchestra at their best with Brahms” by Ken Ross
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