"Jon Malaxetxebarria skillfully highlighted the melodic charm of Guridi's score as well as the drive of the many passages inspired by Basque folklore, while the orchestra displayed a fine level in passages such as the storm."

OperaActual.com

"The music performed by the BOS sounded vital and joyful under the baton of Jon Malaxetxebarria."

Nino Dentici — El Correo

"Malaxetxebarria had control of the score and the orchestra as well as the respect of the musicians."

Jesús Mari Begoña — Berria

"The Bilboko Orkestra Sinfonikoa under the baton of Jon Malaxetxebarria was very inspired. The conducting, attentive and giving the work at times a more than interesting symphonic flight."

Enrique Bert — Platea Magazine