Brian Torff - Biography
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



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