In the press: Les Boréades

"A lively, colorful orchestra with perfect cohesion, a sumptuous choir that is equally impeccable in its contributions, and (...) soloists who embody their roles perfectly, right down to their physical presence." (La Libre Belgique - translated from French)

‍

"Reinoud Van Mechelen took on the demanding role of Abaris. Arguably the finest haute-contre of his generation, Van Mechelen delivered a performance of immence dramatic tension." (Opera Wire)

‍

"Gwendoline Blondeel portrays an extremely solid Alphise, with real stage presence, ease across all registers, and astonishing reserves of power (...) [Reinoud Van Mechelen] confirms this impressive consistency throughout the performance, with a magnificent palette of nuances and vocal colors that are highly varied and always appropriate." (Forum Opera - translated from French)

‍

"This overall cohesion goes beyond mere historically informed performance to offer a vibrant rehabilitation of a manifesto opera." (ResMusica - translated from French)

‍

"The talent of Gwendoline Blondeel (...) means that with each of her appearances, the soprano seems to shift reality, sending a shiver through the hall (...) As the work unfolds, [Reinoud Van Mechelen's] expressive intelligence, the homogeneity of his timbre - devoid of any harshness - and even his ease, French diction, and sense of phrasing and ornamentation in the recitatives... reveal their treasures." (Première Loge - translated from French)