QUOTES
Quotes from Press Reviews
"One of Canada's outstanding Singer/Songwriters ...writer
and performer of my all time favourite song 'Onward and
Upward."
(the late) Peter Gzwoski, CBC Radio One. This song was repeatedly played
in the week long tribute to Peter after his passing in 2002
" ...after the concert I felt like I'd been on vacation...for sure we
had been some place very special. "
Wilder Penfield III, The Toronto Sun (listed as top five
favourite concerts of the year)
"… a formidable talent, a jazz background with classical training
that is brought to bear on the structure of pop music."
Peter Goddard, Toronto Star
Quotes from Industry Professionals
"The only reason that I wanted to become involved musically
and technically with Glenn is that his music is outstanding and to be believed
in. It is an honour to be a part of the process."
John Herberman, Producer, Gold and Platinum Album winner, 3 time JUNO
nominee www.johnherberman.com
3 time JUNO n
"Whether playing a bank of MIDI synthesizers or a single
drum, Glenn is a musical force to be reckoned with. The music provides celestial
sounds with classical precision and a blues sensibility. The message comes
from an even higher place."
Brian Blain, Managing Editor, The Toronto Blues Society
"Pure honest music performed with great skill and passion
that goes straight to the soul"
Bill Garrett, Producer, Musician, Borealis Records www.borealisrecords.com
"FINE WORK, SMOOTH TEXTURES, A GLOBAL GROOVE THAT SPEAKS
TO THE ELEMENTAL...and matches the first class stage presence that Glenn brings
to his performance. The stride has been hit and it is "onward and upward"".
Gary Froude, Managing Director, Muskoka Lakes Music Festival www.artsinmuskoka.com
"Time spent collaborating in musical production with Glenn
has always been rewarding for me. As we've worked together I have grown not
only in musical scope, but also in my appreciation of the many beautiful things
of life--.... His meticulous attention to detail is a result of a desire and
need to convey with clarity these important messages... always a pleasure,
always a privilege-- thank you for your music and your beautiful spirit."
Howard Baer, Arranger/Producer, 6 time JUNO nominee www.baertracs.ca
Responses to an interview with Shelagh Rogers on CBC's 'Sounds Like Canada'
"Thank you, thank you, thank you for doing your interview
with Shelagh on CBC radio this morning... your words on transformation, especially
with respect to the two legs of our lives, gifts and wounds, and stepping forth
with courage with respect to each, resonate so powerfully for me. In fact,
something clicked and today is a turning point to me stepping into bringing
my gifts forth now, rather than waiting for complete healing of my wounds."
"Your music and your words are so clearly aligned that only right relationship
with the universe can be. Thank you for having the courage to fully live your
life as you see it... such an inspiration."
"I am sure that you will receive a ton of mail from the interview this
morning. I just wanted to add my voice to the crowd. I was so deeply moved
by it. I wept. Thank you for sharing your story(ies) and your incredible wisdom.
You're right: if you can go through all of that, I can face the demons that
hold me back from realizing my true self."
"I heard you interview on Sounds like Canada….WOW La Vita blew me
away, please come to Halifax on tour!"
Quotes from Concert Audiences
" I'm not sure I've been this moved by anyone since I
first heard Paul Robeson, Abbey Lincoln and Stephen Foster. You're voice is
as big as the grand canyon." Ardene Shapiro
"
I am now offering my belated thanks for the evening's music, and spirit. There
was a disturbance, and solace about your collective's performance which lingered
long after the ripples of note and space had passed on. It was a privilege
to be present." Robert Bailey
"
I loved the MCCT Concert and I love the CD. The music was moving and healing
and photos were wonderful. It was a great show. It's an honour to be enveloped
in the presence of that voice." Darlene McDougall
"
A memorable night indeed. I have never heard Glenn sing in a concert situation
before. I was at some points close to tears, and at other times, somewhat "transported",
such as during the haiku….Very powerful stuff." David O'Halloran
"
I thoroughly enjoyed the concert. The music and your singing was beautiful
and inspiring!" Carol Gibson
"
A voice that has been developed seemingly over many lifetimes, that by its
very expanse allows the listener to be transported to many centuries ago on
our planet and beyond... into the secret chambers of one's own heart." Maggie
Dace Hollis