Brian Liao emerged as the victor in the second edition of the “Llíria City of Music" International Orchestral Conducting Competition, solidifying his position as a highly promising international conductor. Over the periods of five days and four rounds, Brian showcased exceptional talent, musicality, and commanding presence in the realm of orchestral conducting.

-Levante, Valencia, 2023.07.24

Brian Liao, a Taiwanese conductor currently based in Paris but actively collaborating with several orchestras in Taiwan, demonstrated in the previous two rounds that excellent communication with musicians is possible even in English, and that he can captivate them with his musical vision…..Liao is cheerful, focused, eager to grow and learn, and brings an unusual perspective to the repertoire…..

-Classical Music News Russia, June 2025