“David Hattner conducted a calmly authoritative performance. . .”

— The New York Times

“Conductor David Hattner... led with clear gestures, well-defined dynamic contours, and a consistent sense of momentum, reveling in the sensuousness of the Verdi, the sumptuousness of the Bloch, and the sharp rhythms and bright textures of the Prokofiev. But he never stole the focus from his players, with whom he clearly has a great rapport.” 

— The Oregonian

“…conducted by Music Director, David Hattner, who came up with the idea in the first place. And it all worked brilliantly… Overall, it was a stellar interpretation.” 

— Northwest Reverb

“Conductor David Hattner treated Lera Auerbach’s First Symphony with the greatest care and with love for all its shimmering details... A magnificent performance!”

— The Auerbach Center following the work’s West Coast Premiere

“David Hattner offered an especially attractive program… The performance was brilliant in all departments.” 

— Chicago Tribune

“Hattner display(ed) an energy one rarely sees on the podium. Most importantly, he was in complete control of the music and musicians, who responded with alacrity and enthusiasm to his leadership.”

— The Register Guard

“Hattner was adept at controlling dynamics throughout the concert, and it was a thrill when, after a slow build, the final chords of the Rachmaninoff nearly tore the roof off the place… The route was challenging, the execution distinguished and the ride delightful.” 

— The Oregonian

…under Hattner’s baton the orchestra “roared like a Maserati!” 

— The Oregonian