"The Voices of Ascension Chorus and Orchestra, conducted by Dennis Keene, presents some of the most consistently polished and satisfying choral performances in New York City."
The New York Times
"Sheer musical excellence…Mr. Keene drew an intensity from his singers ... every line emerges with fresh clarity ..."
The New York Times
"... characterful handling of the quiet writing that forms the heart of the [Duruflé Requiem], mellow and radiant."
The New York Times
"A towering performance. ... illustrating a complete understanding of Bach's popular and revered Mass [in B minor]."
Chorale
"Dennis Keene led his Ascension Music Chorus and Orchestra in a performance that did Monteverdi's complex, exquisitely harmonized choral writing full justice." [Monteverdi Vespers of 1610]
"Dennis Keene and his magnificently polished Voices of Ascension choir…addressed both composers' music with power and an admirable suppleness." "…a remarkably transparent, well balanced blend."
The New York Times