Cosi fan tutte
The cast blended impeccably in those dreamy ensembles. Company music director John Baril kept the pace brisk, providing a sympathetic accompaniment from his fine pit orchestra (recitatives were accompanied on piano).
— Marc Shulgold Opera News October, 2017
Cosi fan tutte
John Baril conducted Mozart’s glorious music with sensitivity.
— Peter Alexander Boulder Weekly July, 2017
Cosi fan tutte
Conductor and CCO music director John Baril leads a robust orchestra in the pit and always accompanies the singers in a way that puts them in their best light.
— Kelly Dean Hansen Boulder Daily Camera July, 2017
Dead Man Walking
Music Director John Baril and Central City’s fine pit orchestra vividly realized Heggie’s sweeping, richly orchestrated score, tinged at times with evocative spirituals and popular music.
— Kyle MacMillan Opera News September, 2014
Dead Man Walking
John Baril conducted with a sure hand, expertly drawing out the colour and constantly shifting dynamics of Heggie’s score.
— Marc Shulgold Opera September, 2014