"Kiesling’s remarkably understated and sympathetic cooperation with the soloist...the orchestra responded with its own passion...a triumph." ~ Long Beach Press Telegram, Feb. 3, 2015

"The orchestra under Bruce Kiesling's direction is a delight as always, spry and upbeat, finding the best moments" ~ Theatermania, September 29th, 2010.

"...an inspiring performance of Tchaikovsky's Second Symphony" ~ Los Angeles Times, February 28, 2014

"It was a lively and thrilling example of what a conductor and an orchestra can do when they are just having fun." ~ Long Beach Press Telegram: February 3, 2015

"He has managed to captivate everyone." ~ Visalia Times-Delta ~ April 3, 2010

"Every minute with this orchestra is nurtured" ~ LA Times: October 5, 2009

"He is so full of enthusiasm, you are immediately entranced." ~ Visalia Times-Delta: April 14, 2012