St. Louis Arts Scene wrote:
“Hymn to the Sun is described by Puts as ‘a wild, sacred dance to call forth the sun and all its powers, and then the sudden and magnificent rising on the horizon.’ It absolutely was that on Saturday night, [...] Props to percussionists Will James, Alan Stewart, Kevin Ritenauer, and Charles Renneker; pianist Peter Henderson; and the members of the flute section: Jennifer Nitchman, Jennifer Gartley, and Ann Choomack (doubling on piccolo).”
“New possesses a singular combination of artistic sensitivity and fine craftsmanship, especially when it comes to revealing sonic details.”
“Her big, sweeping gestures are a kind of 3-D metaphor for the music, bringing an added visual dimension to an already persuasive performance.”
“The vocal quartet was quite impressive, particularly bass-baritone Nathan Berg, who sang from memory and was deeply connected to the lyrics.”
“Under Erin Freeman’s direction, the SLSO Chorus were in top form. Their enunciation was crisp and their vocal lines clear.”
