"A Pianist with Future" by L‡zaro Azar, Reforma, Thursday, March 2, 2000

"One should always expect the highest level of artristry from Roberto Hidalgo, a level equal to his talent.  He is an artist who leaves 'fingerprints' in the souls of his listeners ...In the Chavez Preludes he displayed a secure command of the instrument, a deep analytical mind and a great tonal imagination... truly magnificent.  His Eroica Variations were full of dramatic theatricality, each variation appropriately characterized" 

Solo Recital: ChAvez, Beethoven, Medtner, Chopin
Sunday, February 20, 2000. 
Anfiteatro Simón Bolivar, México D. F.