In Soundworks' short history they have been impressing audiences in
the Mid-Atlantic region with their versatile repertoire and
influential performances. I've had the pleasure of hearing them at
various contest and community functions and have been fortunate to
work with them on many occasions. With tracks like 'Loch Lomond' and
'Ave Maria' we see their ability to perform a variety of styles at a
heartfelt level. Attention to detail in such a small and powerful
group is evident by their execution of complex rhythms and dynamic
harmonies in songs like "Hey, Good Lookin'" and "Everybody
Step/Alexander's Ragtime Band." This is a great milestone of their
dedication and hard work and I expect this is only the beginning of
where this fine organization is headed. I'm thrilled that they're
able to cut their first CD and share their musicianship with the rest
of the world.
–
Joe Cerutti, Music Director of the Alexandria Harmonizers
and the Pride of Baltimore Chorus
I had the pleasure of coaching Soundworks for this performance of
Scarborough Fair. They are an outstanding group of singers, talented
and dedicated, who perform with great luster and excitement within
their choral sound. Their unique approach to music- making, of having
a large ensemble perform without conductor, gives them a unity of
breath and tone unlike many other groups of this size, yielding
excellent performances of fine literature sung with great heart. This
recording embodies more of what I had originally done with the
arrangement in the early 1970's in terms of tempo, dynamics, and
nuance, so it is with delight that I recommend this version to you.
–
Dr. Stan Engebretson, Professor of Music, George Mason
University
Please tell everyone in Soundworks how much I enjoyed your performance
last night. Great stuff from start to finish. Having began as a
Hi-Lo wannabee in the '50's, and loving the King Singers as I do, I'm
envious of some of the cool stuff you do!! Thanks for a great concert.
–
Roger Tarpy, Music Director of Greater Richmond Chorus
Soundworks served up a wonderful buffet of music that truly satisfied
my hunger for good music in many styles I love. They have moved way
past singing well and moved into that area of rarely heard musical and
performance artistry. I have always been a fan of Soundworks, but
their Fairfax evening performance took me to new musical heights
–
Sam McFarland
