Comments I have received about Shades of Donna
Ross, Your recordings are really, really good! Beautifully performed, awesome
engineering. I can hear the room, and that's one of my favorite things. But
it's not distracting, and the tone you've captured of the piano is rich, and
and perspective seems perfect to me. The performances are sensitive without
being sentimental. Especially loved the Raindrop. Bravo!!
Chris B. - USA
Hi Ross! Thank you. This is GREAT! Beautifully played and fantastic mix. I
mean it. Wonderful selection of pieces. I just let it play.
Mark S. - Canada
We just finished listening to your wonderful CD! It was very impressive and
extemely touching,,, thank you so much for your devotion to my mother! It certainly
brought back many mermories of Donna and the Kingston era...
You are a great pianist and I hope that you have continued joy playing!
Jenny G. - Germany
I loved listening to the CD from the first piece to the last. I've played and
taught many of them, of course, and I found myself being flooded by warm memories.
I really liked the order too -- brilliant program.
Rena U. - Canada
I have listened to your cd a number of times, Ross, and it is just delightful.
For me, knowing and having learned so many of the same pieces in my early piano
study years, it was a trip down memory lane. Your playing is just super —
and you’re right about the sound engineer, he has really gone for that
classic ‘Deutsche Grammophon’ sound. The reverb is there,
like you’re in a concert hall, recording all your favourite pieces to
share with others. I can tell you loved your project, just by the playing.
Bravo, bravo!!!!
Jan L. - Canada
I really love it. And I found the idea quite moving to do a tribute to your
teacher. She seems to have done a wonderful job because I really like the way
you play. And of course I was kind of surprised because I just know you as a
jazz pianist. Love both sides of your piano.
Sabine S. - Germany
Very nice clean playing. I like Orfeo and the waltz in A flat. It is obvious
that a lot of practice went into all these works. They brought lots of past
memories back to me as I played many of these pieces so many years ago. Great
job my friend now do not let it slide, get back to the piano. Your sensitivity
was always there in just the right amount, Congrats.
Scott M. - Canada
Your cd is lovely! I listened to the whole thing during dinner and it was
really thoughtful sounding, if that’s the right word. Thoroughly enjoyable!
My Dad would have really liked it - your folks would have too!
Patty S. - Canada
Thank you for sharing it! And well done for the work. I enjoyed listening to
the different songs.
It reminds me the great moments in your living room listening to Queen or playing
piano.
I used to play Chopin Prelude in B minor too, but it was a long time ago. I
like your way of playing it!
Clarisse H. - France
I'm enjoying the CD right now. The choice of pieces and your superb playing
are perking up my day. Donna would be so proud of her pupil. Proof that practice
makes perfect.
Cindy W. - Canada
Even though the first songs are easier, you can hear that they are being played
by a pro :) ... so cool :)
Ryan H. - Canada
Congratulations, Ross, what an amazing album! We just listened to the whole
thing on Spotify. Gord says Mrs. Gobin would have been very proud and honoured.
Marni J. - Canada
Such a nice tribute to a teacher who left an indelible mark on your life! Amazing
Ross!
Debbie W. - Canada
I love the album! I have it in YouTube Music, and I really enjoy having it
on. I'm listening to it as I type this in my classroom for all my students to
listen to as they work. I have played some of the pieces!
Robert A. - USA
I’m playing your CD now as I make dinner-lovely! I’m pretending
I am a graceful ballerina!
Lori A. - Canada
How wonderful, Ross. I have to say that as soon as I heard the first notes,
it literally made me feel happy. Beautiful, and so happy for you. You have such
a talent. Congratulations!
Gisele L. - Canada
What a wonderful achievement and tribute to your teacher. A month or so ago
I had a group of ex-piano teachers here and we all enjoyed it very much, especially
hearing it together. We were "that's grade 6, that's grade 8"! The
quality of your performance and production of the CD are first class, and I
know I will enjoy it many times in the years to come.
P. Hodge - Canada
Lovely Ross! What a wonderful tribute to Donna. I highly recommend everyone
listen to this... I'm sure it will inspire many young people to pursue the Piano
as their instrument of choice. Thanks for sharing!
Jay R. - Canada
I just finished listening to it. It's fantastic. My favorite piece is Chopin
Raindrop Prelude mostly because it demonstrates the quality of the sound produced
by your new piano especially in the base notes and powerful chords. As for your
Pro piano skills my favorite is the Playful Donkey mostly because of the totally
off beat of your left hand that contrasts so much with the different tempo going
on with your right hand.
Richard B. - Canada
I’m listening to it right now. It’s wonderful. I love it.
Kate M. - Canada
I am very happy that you create such a nice album. My boys practiced Etude
No 21, too.
Your piano also reminds me a wonderful time to play with you at your place.
Yasuaki S. - Japan
That playing is very very good and the sound is amazing. Well done!! I am very
impressed and happy for you. What an accomplishment. The recording sound is
incredible.
Keith M. - Canada
I would love a copy. You are incredible!
Lucas B. - Canada
Hi Ross. I'm really enjoying your CD. You are certainly a very accomplished
musician and the piano you play has a rich timbre. The low notes go right through
me, ha ha. My friends are enjoying it too! Thank you for sharing you story and
your talent.
Margaret D. - Canada
This is beautiful Ross. As a musician myself, I appreciate listening to pieces
without lyrics...it allows your mind to wander, to visions of my own, versus
the scenes someone else paints in my head with lyrics. Also very nice dinner/entertaining
music. I like number 2 track as my favorite.
Jackie W. - Canada
While making gnocchi yesterday I was entertained by your beautiful classical
pieces.
Thoroughly enjoyed the variety as well as the tempo. So talented!
Ivana C. - Canada
Ross, have listened to your work more than a few times now and I must say "Well
Done Sir!"
Bill A. - Canada
Ross, I listened to your album yesterday with my wife. Angela also played piano
growing up and she knew a lot of the pieces you played on your album. We really
enjoyed listening to it last night. Thanks Ross!
Bruno C. - Canada
Congratulations, Ross! Just started to stream and am loving the pieces. Let
us know when the CD is ready!
Mary L. - Canada
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