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What the Critics are Saying About Brian Torff September 1999 review of State of the Union Chicago: Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune A self-contained orchestra ... Torff's amplified bass explores the instrument's complete range ... London: Harry Giltrap, Melody Maker The Consummate bassist ... the man is really amazing. New York: Rex Reed, Daily News Rare Sensitivity, astonishing ... Los Angeles: Leonard Feather, LA Times A virtuoso bassist, imaginative and distinctive in his solos, but more than that, a solid composer and arranger. New York: John S. Wilson, New York Times Torff sparkled like no other on the instrument, playing it the way it was meant to be played, with classical feeling. Chicago: Downbeat Magazine His intonation is remarkably accurate and his technique astonishing. San Francisco: Phil Elwood, San Francisco Examiner Brilliant technique and drive ... Munich: Ferdinand Melichar, Munchener Merkur The incomparable Brian Torff held the house in a trance - almost controlling their breathing. Cork, Ireland: Liz Doran, The Cork Examiner Torff is probably the finest exponent of the bass that we have had the pleasure of hearing in South Africa ... his playing is immaculate. South Africa: Don Albert, The Star |
