I had the pleasure and privilege playing under Adam Johnson’s baton for several years in Montreal. His warmth, patience, humour, and ability to connect with audiences and musicians alike on a human level match his undeniable talent as an interpreter of the great orchestral repertoire.
He truly has it all. He is kind, the musicians seem to greatly appreciate him, he has absolute clarity in his beat, he knows how to make a piece speak. He created marvels with the Symphonic Dances from West Side Story. I was raised to 7th heaven in this work that I previously considered entertaining at best. Never had I heard it like this.
Adam gained the support and trust of our Orchestra quickly and completely; he interacts with the musicians with warmth and respect, and inspires them to play at their very best. He is equally beloved by our audiences, donors and media, and has become a prominent “face” of the orchestra in our community.
The concert was the most spectacular knockout since the famous ones of Mike Tyson.
A musician of towering talent
I had the pleasure and privilege playing under Adam Johnson's baton for several years in Montreal. His warmth, patience, humour, and ability to connect with audiences and musicians alike on a human level match his undeniable talent as an interpreter of the great orchestral repertoire.
The future of orchestral music rests in the hands of young talent like Adam Johnson. Maestro Johnson's charismatic, collaborative yet commanding presence on the podium is welcome to audiences and musicians alike.
