Christopher James Ray leads with clarity and sensitivity.

— Opera News

Heggie’s music emerges repeatedly as the focal point of the entire undertaking. Conducted by Christopher James Ray.

— San Francisco Chronicle

Maestro Ray knows the storytelling power inherent in motifs.

— Opera Wire

Ray is in complete control of the complex score, drawing superb nuance from the company of singers.

— SF Bay Area Critics Circle

Ray made the score pop with energy and throb with emotion

— Seen & Heard International