“Masterfully coordinating the musical forces was Jean-Louis Forestier….(his) crystal-clear direction was remarkable.”
Prayer Bells, IHOS Opera
(Opera, Kirk Hume, August 2006)
“…Forestier’s compellingly passionate approach to the music, making this a memorable realisation of Tchaikovsky’s greatest symphony. It was as exciting as it was satisfying.”
Tchaikovsky, Symphony n°6, Canberra Symphony Orchestra,
(The Canberra Times – W.L. Hoffmann, 7 Nov 2006)
“Payne and music director Jean-Louis Forestier have put together an exciting CD of transcriptions and original compositions by Mendez….capturing the sound and style of the old Decca recordings of Mendez.”
Raffael Mendez, soloist Geoffrey Payne, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, ABC Classics
(International Trumpet Guild Journal, Oct 2006)
“The conductor’s beautifully moulded interpretation of this most lovable work was judged to perfection…”
Manuel de Falla, Three Cornered Hat, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra
(John Stafford, The Mercury, Aug 2005)
“Jean-Louis Forestier drew fine playing from the orchestra throughout, and his attention to the phrasing and dynamics of the works was masterly.”
Schubert, Symphony n° 5, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra,
(John Stafford, The Mercury, 29 June 2005)
“The musicians played exceptionally well under the focused direction of Jean-Louis Forestier…”
Tesla – Lightning in his Hand, IHOS Music Theatre & Opera,
(The Australian – Martin Ball, March 2003)
“Maestro magic adroit, elegant.”
Schubert, Unfinished Symphony, Tasmanian Conservatorium & Ihos Opera,
(The Mercury - Andrea Breen, 22nd Sept 2004)
“…and the orchestra played superbly under the direction of Jean-Louis Forestier.”
The Olympic Spirit, Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra,
(The Mercury - Peter Donnelly, 27th July 2004)
“… Under the direct, efficient conducting of Jean-Louis Forestier. This conductor follows classical models of interpretation, and thus takes the time to express (stating, declaring, asserting), follows the melancholic or gracious responses of the violins, basses, flute or horn, an inimitable and constant Shubertain shadow play.”
Schubert, Symphony n° 5 in B flat minor, Pays de Loire Philharmonic Orchestra.
(Courrier de l’Ouest – Elsa Paule, 29th November 1994)
“On the podium, Jean-Louis Forestier, efficient conductor at the head of the Pays de Loire Philharmonic Orchestra, knows how to get the best with lyricism. The music is clear, avoiding heaviness, reaching out to our feelings, a lesson in taste and tact with the signature, André Messager.”
(L’Echo de l’Ouest, 10th January 1992)
“Ten minutes of encores for this performance by the conductor and singers.”
(Sud-Ouest, Thursday 19th March 1992)
“The choirs and orchestra, motivated from start to finish, are in the hands of the excellent conductor, Jean-Louis Forestier who instinctively adopts the “Messager” style.”
(Roger Tellard, 3rd January 1992)
“The maestro Forestier conducts the choir and the orchestra with remarkable beat and a superb sense of phrasing which enhances the beautiful colours of the orchestra, rapid, precise, superb.”
Donizetti’s Requiem, St-Seurin Basilica – Bordeaux
(Sud-Ouest, 11th June 1991)
“The conductor Jean-Louis Forestier, obviously inspired by this work, could not have given a more brilliant performance.”
Messager, La Basoche - Pays de Loire Philharmonic Orchestra, Nantes
(Ouest-France, 28th December 1991)
“Jean-Louis Forestier conducted the Kanazawa Orchestra with great maestria. Both he and Miss Asako Urushiher, violin soloist (delicate, diaphanous, soberly elegant) left an indelible mark on the page of the orchestral ensemble of Kanzawa-Seji Teniguchi.”
Orchestra Ensemle Kanazawa – Japan
(Hokkoku Shimbum – Evening Edition, 20th December 1991)
“The musicians of the Bordeaux and Aquitaine National Orchestra led by the brisk baton of Jean-Louis Forestier, assistant to Alain Lombard, gave Prokofiev warmth, lyricism, grandiose ferocity.”
(Sud-Ouest – 31st December 1990)
“Jean-Louis Forestier produced a wonderful version of Manuel de Falla’s “Amour Sorcier”. He was able to convey all the facets of the warmly coloured score, even in lending it a sometimes epic dimension. Quite at ease in this repertory, one in which he finds music to his measure.”
(Fontfroide Abbaye – 17th July 1989 – Marc Laborde)
“Jean-Louis Forestier conducts the orchestration with a master’s baton. He is one of the new generation of conductors.”
(Entracte Opéra)
“Jean-Louis Forestier, talented conductor.”
(La Vie Catholique, 5th August 1987)
“The Avignon public appreciated the undeniable qualities of leadership shown by the young Jean-Louis Forestier as he conducted the Mediterranean Youth Orchestra.”
(Gazette Provençale, 15th July 1987)
“Jean-Louis Forestier : presence and temperament.”
(Nœud à Coulisse – Montpellier Opera In-house Journal, March 1987)
“Jean-Louis Forestier : very serious, magnificent musician.”
(Alain Lombard, 17th October 1987)
“Jean-Louis Forestier produced a wonderful version of Manuel de Falla’s “Amour Sorcier”. He was able to convey all the facets of the warmly coloured score, even in lending it a sometimes epic dimension. Quite at ease in this repertory, one in which he finds music to his measure.”
(Fontfroide Abbaye – 17th July 1989 – Marc Laborde)
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