“The musical leadership was entrusted to maestro Arthur Fagen, whose elegant and clear baton held the musical proceedings together effortlessly. When not supporting the onstage soloists, such as in the opera’s prelude or the harp accompanied introduction to Lucia’s entrance, he set respectively a brooding and melancholy atmosphere. Throughout the mad scene, he led an orchestra enhanced by a glass harmonica (played by Dennis James) to further realize a supernatural effect, and it was a joy to experience. His elastic direction also catered to the singers’ expression, setting the basis for great music making when the more inspired artists took to the stage.”
Daniel Vasques, The Outlook, November 17, 2011“Music Director, Arthur Fagen … soon settled in for an evening of robust italian playing, nicely matched to his singers”
James Pawlik, ArtsCriticATL, November 17, 2011
“The cast received good support from the orchestra under the direction of Arthur Fagen”
Atlanta Journal Constitution, November, 2011