“From the opening measures of the overture, any listener familiar with the score knew that (s)he would be in good hands! … Most importantly, the entire score frothed with the evanescence of champagne bubble, a metaphor so fundamental to this operetta that it is even honored explicitly in the libretto.” San Francisco Examiner

The orchestral performance was strong, deserving at times favorable comparison even to the Berlin Philharmonic…” San Francisco Classical Voice

“Maya Barsacq keeps fans guessing with inventive programming…” Scott MacClelland – Metro Santa Cruz

“…Barsacq conducted a splendid performance of my Beatitude Mass; her orchestra played with drama and style… Henry Mollicone – Composer

“Working with Maestra Maya Barsacq and the Cadenza Orchestra was an absolute privilege and honor…” Anica Galindo – Composer