"What on earth is a music ensemble made up of a bassoonist, an oboist, a pianist, a singer, and a percussionist? Pleasure. That's what it is. Pleasure."
Uel Wade, ccSCOOP.com
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Our most recent "ink": Madera Vox performs at Shadowland on March 3
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Reviews & Comments about our debut cd
"A surprising yet continually delightful collection of extraordinary tracks showcasing the formidable talents of some of the most brilliantly creative artists I have ever had the pleasure of hearing. At once esoteric and yet completely accessible, this collection seduces the ear as well as the imagination, painting musical landscapes that one wants to visit again and again - knowing that each subsequent visit will reveal new textures and surprises along the way.
My favorite tracks are the ones in which Broadway Soprano Kelly Ellenwood's remarkable and brilliantly expressive voice is showcased - particularly exquisite are "My Ship" and "I'm A Stranger Here Myself" where her radiant voice is matched with her profound story-telling abilities and both are perfectly featured in glorious arrangements that always support and never overpower. Stunning. Simply stunning."
David Andrews Rogers - Broadway Music Director, Arranger & Conductor
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"I really enjoy hearing Madera Vox stretch the repertoire--their music and their performances are so full of life."
John Steinmetz - bassoonist, composer, writer, satirist, speaker
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"I have reached an age and a stage whereby I judge music and music-making by whether or not I'd like to hear it again or would I rather go to the movies. I am happy to say that Madera Vox is something I will listen to over and over again. Its charm, its wistfulness, its juxtaposition of the "classical" to the non-classical is refreshing and seductive. The players are terrific."
Emily Upham - Founder, ArtSong Nouveau
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"I can't say enough about how much I love the Madera Vox album. I just got back from a long bike ride in the hills with Madera Vox in my headphones. Cheers to you and the group. Great album."
Sam Whedon - Musician, Composer, Writer
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Click here for October 2010 Chronogram Music Review
Click here to read a review of "Black Bear's Hudson Valley Tale"