“Conductor David Bloom presided over the performance with dazzling precision and grace.” — San Francisco Chronicle

“David Bloom conducted Mattingly’s pitfall-ridden score with a sure hand. Occasionally, his hips betrayed an urge to groove, but even then he remained unflappably precise.” — The New York Times

“commanding and effective” — San Francisco Classical Voice

“Conductor David Bloom made an auspicious Washington National Opera debut at the podium, ably managing both the orchestra, spread out unevenly at the back of the stage, and the singers.” — Washington Classical Review

“Bloom led the ensemble to an exciting conclusion with some real rock star energy… beautiful conducting, with gestures imbued with meaning.” — Urban Milwaukee