is but a reflection of Maestro Weller's great talents.”

- Gary Karr, "the world's leading solo bassist" (Time Magazine)

“Hal Weller went out of his way to help me when I was a young,

unknown Juilliard student and gave me one of the first breaks that

began my musical career. Many conductors are only interested

in working with people who can bring them prestige, but Hal

was kind, generous and approachable, and went out of his way

to listen to and help someone he had never before met

or heard of. Throughout my professional and personal relationship

with Hal over the last decade, I have learned that

this kind of behavior is simply second nature to Hal. He is always

nurturing those around him to grow musically and professionally,

as witnessed by the remarkable results he's achieved

with his orchestras in Flagstaff and Las Vegas.

As a musician, Hal is passionate, knowledgeable

and deeply thoughtful. The kind of person with whom you

might play a exciting concert and then spend the rest of the

evening in a passionate and insightful discussion of music

and performance. In short, he is my favorite kind of conductor-

the kind who is more interested in the music

than in themselves, and it's a pleasure to have him as a

friend and collaborator”

- Brinton Smith, Principal Cellist-Houston Symphony

“Maestro Weller has a rare combination of musical

intellegence and sincere generosity and patience. To

work with him is to be inspired and strive for the

highest musical level possible. It was a pleasure to

perform Elgar's cello concerto with the Las Vegas

Philharmonic under his direction last season. His

understanding of the score and ability to communicate

it technically made my work all the more enjoyable”

- Daniel Gaisford, American Cello Soloist

“Once in a while, there is a happy event where the right man

for the right position is found, and in this case, we can talk about

music director Hal Weller and the Las Vegas Philharmonic.

Moving easily between the sensitive requirements of

garnering support from the board room and city

movers and shakers, to the hard work of building his orchestra

from the conducting pult, Hal programs thoughtfully and fearlessly.

In Las Vegas, he has challenged not only the orchestra but

the audience as well, and both have grown

and learned under his tutelage.

But there is more. He never fails to communicate his deep

love of, and at the same time, his sense of fun with making music.

Singing with Hal is a joy as he is the ideal partner for his artists:

sensitive, listening and above all, creating with great

enjoyment and ease the musical moment.”

- Luana DeVol, 1997 and 2000 Singer of the Year (OPERN WELT)

“Hal Weller is rare among musicians of his quality, he is blessed

with the gift of modesty. He is an inspiring leader, a transcendent communicator,

and a musician of unique insight and passion. And it was my good

luck that he loves meeting and working with young artists.

I'll never forget my first performance of the Brahms d minor piano concerto,

with the Las Vegas Philharmonic. As scared as I was of confronting

that massive work for the first time, I felt so reassured to have Hal

there with me. His musical presence is deep and sensitive and his

collaboration always warm and supportive. Hal has been an excellent

mentor and a good friend to me. My only criticism is that, as far as I can tell,

he's just way too modest! I look forward to our future performances

together, maybe even a Brahms 2nd someday!”

- Orion Weiss, Piano Soloist

“Hal Weller is a superb conductor with an exceptional musical

and technical control of the fine Las Vegas Philharmonic Orchestra.

The performance of Hoopla (With a Touch of Glee),

commissioned for the centenary of the city of Las Vegas,

captured the essence of the music with spirit and precision.”

- George Walker, Pulitzer Prize winning composer

"Hal Weller is one of those superb and knowledgeable musicians

who one meets for the first time, and can instantly call him sincere

and a friend. Ever since I met Maestro Weller, it has been such

a pleasure to get to know him and learn from him.

He has such an open heart when it comes to dealing

with young artists, and I am so truly grateful that I was able

to perform under him for my orchestral debut with the

Las Vegas Philharmonic. No one could have been more

encouraging and helpful -- musically and spiritually. His wisdom

and amicable personality continue to inspire me and many

others around the world."

- Pianist Corbin Beisner - Hartt School of Music

"Although I haven't met Mr. Weller in person yet, I owe

him so much... Since the very first day I had the great honor to

know him through correspondence, he has been standing by me

and has showed me a sunrise for my future days --

giving me hope, energy and excitement. I shall always feel

extremely grateful for all his constant and warm encouragement,

kind and full of care, support and, most of all,

his exceptional friendship that has been one of

the greatest gifts I have been blessed with.

I'm very sorry that Maestro Weller has decided to retire and

give up his career as the Music Director and Conductor of the

Las Vegas Philharmonic. I love the recordings of the orchestra

under his baton and am convinced that I have missed

something special and exquisite. I feel very happy, however,

that he has decided to devote his time and energy on retirement

to helping young musicians as myself. I feel both lucky and

privileged. I look forward eagerly to the day we will finally

meet!"

- Krzysztof Rucinski, Violinist, Poznan, Poland

Coming to the USA in December, 2007 for Recitals in Arizona & Nevada.