"Thanks so very
much for the use of such a wonderful piano." Dave Brubeck
"There simply is
more music in this Grand. With its higher notes of greatly improved
structure it also features a more powerful sound volume and keys which
yield to the slightest touch. The bass can be made to sound reverberant
like organ pipes, but nevertheless, clear to the lowest notes. The
treble is delicate and effulgent but, by no means, only
‘bright’. Well proportioned, with exquisitely rounded off
corners, stood the Grand Estonia-large, beautiful and imposing." Sviatoslav
Richter
"I had a
pleasant chance to play the superb Concert Grand Estonia displayed at
the Coliseum. I can say that it has exceptionally clear sound and
creates an excellent sound atmosphere. Even more important is that the
keyboard is light, flexible and provides the pianist a chance to
produce various effects. Last time I played the concert grand Estonia
was in the Kremlin to Mr. Khruschtchov and other outstanding leaders.
Thank you for such a pleasure." Van Cliburn
"ESTONIA Concert
Grand is the only piano comparable to the European Steinway." Thierry
Gudel, Concert pianist from Switzerland, Fall 1997
"I am very glad
to have my concert with the ESTONIA." Adeshir Rohani, Iranian
pianist in Vancouver, Canada, Fall 1997
"ESTONIA - un
mag'nifique Instrument. Excellent touch, tres bonne sonorite, belle
constructions." Vincent and Stephane Beaudoin, Duo pianists, Montreal
Music Instrument Show, August 1997
"It was my
pleasure to play for an extended period of time on the ESTONIA nine
foot concert grand piano, and the six foot three inch salon grand piano
at the 1995 NAMM convention in Anaheim California. I must say I am
absolutely amazed at the sound, action, and overall 'feel" of the both
instruments. I am reminded of the sound of the great instruments built
before the second World War. Both instruments give a wonderful palette
of coloration and dynamic shading, from the quietest ppp to the most
thundering fff. The sound is brilliant but never harsh - the pianist is
able to elicit at all times a warm and full sound. I felt equally at
home with Bach or Khachaturian, Gershwin or Jones. Finally the
projection power of both instruments is as good as any I have ever
played. In summary, I most strongly endorse ESTONIA pianos. Playing
them was the high point of the NAMM Convention for me." Prof.
Jerry M. Exline, Ph.D Chairman, Department of Music, State University
of New York at Oswego
"I have owned
and played ESTONIA grand pianos for many years. These fine instruments
are built in the best European tradition, combining superb tone and
touch, hand crafted of the highest quality materials. I am confident an
ESTONIA piano would make a treasured addition to your home. It is
gratifying for me to recommend the ESTONIA piano - one of the best kept
secrets in piano-making today." Neeme Jiirvi, Chief Conductor and
Music Director, Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Goteborg
Symphony Orchestra; frequent Guest Conductor of New York Philharmonic
Orchestra, Los Angeles Symphony Orchestra, Boston Symphony Orchestra,
London Philharmonic Orchestra, Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra
"One of the best
decisions I've ever made in my life is owning an Estonia Piano." David
Kan, Music critic, Toronto - Hong Kong, Fall 1997
""Today I had
the great pleasure of playing for the first time the magnificent
ESTONIA Concert Grand at the 1998 Los Angeles NAMM show. Having just
come from the Yamaha exhibit this piano took me by complete surprise.
Effortless to play, the touch was a true delight. From the softest
passages to the most demanding fortissimo this piano responded
beautifully. Slight of hand tricks in voice leading are much more
easier than usual. The piano has exceptional tone throughout its entire
range. Crystal clear and wonderfully rich and sonorous. The pedals are
absolutely silent. I was not the only player who played this
instrument. Other pianists came with different styles and they all
sounded wonderful on this instrument. It will be my good fortune to
make this piano my sole instrument of choice. Simply, ESTONIA has
raised the standard by which pianos are measured." Joe Savalvo,
Pianist
"Powerful, clear
& expressive - a pleasure to play on - extremely responsive and
excellent tone - The ESTONIA is a newfound friend!" Joel Simpson,
Pianist
"A fully
responsive instrument with much power and subtlety of color." Christopher
Donison, Music Director of the Show Festival Niagara-on-the-Lake,
Canada
"The ESTONIA is
completely unique. Warm, and rich, and outstanding cantabile." Michael
Melvoin, Pianist
"I was very much
privileged to have played on an Estonia Concert Grand. It had the most
important characteristics an artist needs to enhance his/her
performance -- a powerful yet noble bass and a lyrical yet tender top.
It is such a rarity to find a piano which enables the artist to bring a
pianissimo to a different world. With the great proportion of strength
this piano provides, an artist is to give a performance without the
fear of limitations of any sort of the instrument." Gwyneth Chen,
New York City, pianist
"As a new owner
of an Estonia piano, it has been a real pleasure to work on such a fine
instrument and I am sure that the musical fulfillment I am experiencing
will grow over the years. The level of craftsmanship in the Estonia
piano can only inspire the highest respect and I have no doubt that
this piano will continue to prove essential to sensitive musicians."
Grammy-nominee American pianist, Marc-Andre' Hamlin
“What a
treasure! The Estonia tone is beautifully mellow – an ideal
'pearly' sound which is never harsh even at the most fortissimo
dynamics. The Estonia touch is rare indeed and is very responsive not
only with respect to dynamics, but is also superb for fleet single note
runs as well as chordal passages. In short, the Estonia is
“artist friendly” and that is extremely important in jazz
music, where ideas occur very spontaneously. As soon as a musical
thought occurs, this piano is ready to respond perfectly with a full
range of tone and a perfectly balanced feel in the touch. In the world
of jazz playing, pianists have the opportunity to play pianos by many
well know makers. The Estonia is a gem…greatly to be valued by
anyone who loves piano music. In my earlier accolades: I forgot to
mention how exceptional the foot pedals are on the Estonia; as for
making improvements: in my opinion, there aren’t
any…needed!”
Atlanta jazz pianist, Mark Shane
