Geraldine Freedman The Daily Gazette
“(…) To get the large crowd in the mood for the world premiere of Michael Torke’s “Unconquered” (…) Deneve enthusiastically conducted a spirited orchestra. The crowd loved it, especially applauding loudly after the first movement, and gave it a standing ovation. (…) Deneve was intense, passionate, set strong cues and paced with plenty of room for nuance. (…) The orchestra sounded fabulous.”

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