Charisma and skill
"Although it was 'only' Strauss that Makraki was conducting, the Young Greek conductor's presence, charisma, personality and last not least, her craftsmanship, were striking. She shaped the harmony with precise timing and vivid gestures and brought out the best in her fantastic 'fellow players'..."
(Beate Lange, in: Remscheider Generalanzeiger, 03.05.2000)