Jovial classical music - the Nuremberg Symphonic in the Serenade Courtyard
"The Nuremberg Symphonic had a surprise in store when presenting their medley of special treats ranging from the waltz to the cancan. They brought a comely conductor on to the stand. The young Greek conductor Maria Makraki performed with confidence in the genre, adapted to the differing dictions, struck the crisp and intimate tones and gave intensive impulses. She had been chosen for her Nuremberg debut by the conductors' forum of the German Music Council from the 'Tomorrow's Maestros' list. Maria Makraki appeared to be the candidate most likely to be able to conduct the music that, although 'light', is by no means easy to deal with either technically or artistically..."
(Fritz Schleicher, in: Nürnberger Nachrichten, 21.07.2001)