"Each musician that contributes to this project is phenomenal in his/her own right! The Monika Herzig Acoustic Project is top-notch musically! Tom Clark is incredible on both flute and tenor sax. His melodies and improvisations are wonderful! In similar fashion, the rhythm section of Frank Smith (bass) and Steve Davis (drums) are spot-on. Davis’ drumming skills are incredible, and are highlighted by the fact that this is an excellent recording! You can hear every rimshot, brush stroke and cymbal strike perfectly. Smith’s bass work is locked on to Davis’ drumming, and his solo work is great as well!
Left to the end are guitarist Peter Kienle and Monika Herzig herself. Kienle’s work on (You’re So Vain) and (It’s Too Late) is excellent, as he combines single and multiple notes for a fresh, jazzy take on these modern classics. Monika’s piano playing is also awesome on several different levels! She drives the tunes, and serves as the central figure in the band! Honestly, I’d love to hear a recording that features her piano playing alone! She does an incredible job! I hate to seem like I’m gushing, but I really don’t have much other choice. This recording highlights five great instrumentalists, and is an incredible display of musical magic! As an example, check out Carole King’s classic (You’ve Got A Friend)! The best instrumental rendition I’ve ever heard, bar none!
—Mark Lush, Midwestbands.com, 7/30/05
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