“In both works the Russian-born Finnish conductor had the NSO sounding supremely confident and unified.” Charles T. Downey, Washington Classical Review “And the finale was a fine example of teamwork between conductor and soloist, Bronfman and Slobodeniouk drawing its allegretto...

“This was a powerful, often thrilling performance, with Slobodeniouk assuredly guiding all the enormous changes in volume, energy, and mood.” George Grella, New York Classical Review

“Dima Slobodeniouk, who stood in for Semyon Bychkov, demonstrated a very precise and calm organizing hand, never allowing himself to be tempted by the sometimes exuberant nature of this symphony to push things. The Philharmonic thanked him with...

“One can only assume that players from both orchestras love working with Slobodeniouk, just because they play so well for him. They obviously trust him, and when it comes to playing Sibelius, it doesn’t hurt that Slobodeniouk studied...

“Capping the evening on a triumphant note, Slobodeniouk led a sensuous, seductive and propulsive Suite No. 2 from Ravel’s “Daphnis et Chloe” ballet. Again, the orchestra’s performance was exemplar” Clarence Fanto, The Berkshire Eagle

“Dima Slobodeniouk is a master of this irregular dance and still manages to radiate a relaxed air. What’s more, not only are the invitingly large movements of his long arms easy to follow, he also has the tactical...

“Dima Slobodeniouk leads the O.P.M.C. in a magnificent and stimulating performance of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 1 “Winter Dreams”. The colourful and perfectly synchronised sound of all the instruments is impressive.” Carlo Schreiber, Crescendo Magazine

“Slobodeniouk had one of the most auspicious Philharmonic debuts of recent years, leading the orchestra in a Shostakovich concerto played with glittering brightness and a stylish, colorful and exuberant account of the Tchaikovsky.” New York Times