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National Opera Association
“Led with conviction by Mercedes Juan Musotto, this challenging opera was presented with admirable boldness. The orchestra’s strong performance supported the complex music beautifully. The production courageously gave voice to underrepresented stories, reflecting Musotto’s dedication to diverse and meaningful repertoire.”
National Opera Association
“Under Mercedes Juan Musotto’s guidance, this challenging opera in Spanish by a female composer was presented with admirable boldness. While the technical demands of the score posed difficulties, the singers demonstrated significant effort and commitment. The orchestra’s strong performance supported the complex music beautifully. The production courageously gave voice to underrepresented stories, reflecting Musotto’s dedication to diverse and meaningful repertoire.”
Cressa Burris
Artistic Administrator
Portland Opera
“Mercedes Juan Musotto’s leadership brought forth a powerful and moving production of Marea Roja, performed with strong, clear, and earnest vocal delivery. The integration of movement and choreography added rich texture to this important work, creating an ideal ensemble experience that resonated deeply.”
Cressa Burris
Artistic Administrator
Portland Opera
Under Mercedes Juan Musotto’s inspiring leadership, this imaginative adaptation of Cenicienta…! by Argentinian composer Marta Lambertini, offered a fresh and engaging spin on the classic tale. The production’s vocalizations and playful nonsense words created an incredible charm, while the 1920s-themed costumes and simple setting allowed the singers to fully embody their roles with clarity and grounded dramatic intention. Overall, a wonderfully compelling experience.”
National Opera Association
“Pushing creative boundaries with masterful precision, Musotto’s work on this production redefined how technology can amplify operatic storytelling, demonstrating her fearless commitment to innovation while honoring tradition.”
Culver City Symphony Orchestra
“Guest conductor Mercedes Juan Musotto led our ‘Hidden Gems’ concert with inspiring conviction and artistic depth. Her programming and preparation demonstrated thorough expertise in repertoire by women composers, and her expressive leadership resulted in a memorable evening.”
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