Critical Acclaim
Conducting
“The less-is-more philosophy stuck with Glaser…He set down the delicately sustained pianissimo of the strings in the Allegro moderato with a light hand and followed with solid, clean phrasing and articulation. The orchestra’s secondary role allowed [Hilary] Hahn to embark on clear, intelligible musical language with grace and eloquence” - Courtney Smith
“From the pit (located behind the stage), conductor Adam Glaser managed the proceedings exceedingly well, especially when one considers that the singers were not facing him throughout the evening....a propulsive musical performance.” - David Salazar
— Opera Wire (New York City Opera premiere of Ted Rosenthal's Dear Erich)
“Musically, there is much to praise here...Adam Glaser led the chamber orchestra in a sinewy and carefully balanced sound.”
— Philadelphia City Paper (Curtis Opera Theatre)
Jazz Piano
“…a magical second outing by the very gifted Glaser … Excursions will cement Glaser’s place on the international jazz map with his panache of deep musical understanding, wide-ranging styles, and skills as a performer.” - Sylvannia Garutch
“Pianist Adam Glaser’s debut album 'Wide Awake' is a pleasant and delightful set of crisp trio jazz….Glaser plays with an expressive, lyrical touch that emphasizes technique, phrasing and creativity. ” - Joe Ross
“Mr. Glaser brings with him a glistening pianism that is lithe and elegant as well as warm and swinging. He also displays – with the supple muscularity of both hands – a unique piano voice invoked by the tantalising asymmetry of his lines, which often set off in all manner of wrong-footed directions and unexpected turnarounds, but always land exactly right, with their own fascinating rhythm.”
— Jazz da Gama