The letters we frequently receive after our performances are extremely gratifying.  But more important – when I pass them on to those considering hiring NEPE they provide solid reassurance that our presentations are a wise investment of your cultural enrichment program funds.

 Here are a few samples. To view the entire letter click on the “thumbnail” to the left. To read our quest book or to add your own comments, please click here.

From Adults -

“Though we had received several very positive references regarding your presentation nothing prepared us for the dynamic program delivered by the New England Percussion Ensemble...”

- West Yarmouth, MA

“...when a program can keep the attention of 800 plus 7th and 8th graders you’ve done a great job; and when the staff also enjoys the program – you know it’s an A+ program.”

- New Bedford, MA

“...not only was the music delightful, but the educational aspects of the show were exceptional.”

- Derry, NH

“I can’t tell you what a pleasure it was to see an act that is so well thought-out, so nicely varied..., so interesting - and still fun and exciting for the kids (and the adults)!

- East Haddam, CT

“Your rapport with the audience, the level of information you provided and the talent of your trio was exceptional.  Every audience was enthralled with your performances.”

- Newton, MA

“What a pleasure it was to have you and your group come to our school for a return engagement recently.”

- Plymouth, MA

“...you can imagine my delight when I experienced your ‘high energy’ performance, and when the teachers and children came ‘running’ to me to tell me how they adored the experience.”

- Killingworth, CT

“I compliment you on a program that is packed with information, promotes audience response throughout and exhibits superior musical skill and performance ability.”

- Wethersfield, CT

“The teachers were unanimous: the best performing artists we have had the pleasure to host!”

- Turners Falls, MA

“Bob Otto was challenged by our request and happily designed an impressive program which, although different from NEPE’s school performances, met our specific needs.”

- Boston, MA

“There have been numerous cultural and enrichment performances over the years, but rarely has a program kept our students as captivated and amazed as that of the New England Percussion Ensemble.  You and your ensemble were simply outstanding.”

- Framingham, MA

From kids -  

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“They had a good sense of humor and they made funny jokes.  They were like clown percussionists.”

- Alex

“When you made the wine glass ring for that slow song I was flabbergasted.  How did you do that?”

- Kelly

“I thought that was kinda funny and it was cool how the music fit right in with the words.”

- Kasia

“My favorite part was when you played the drums, especially the talking drum because you could change the pitch.”

- Ashley

“I think that it was the best performance I have ever seen.  Also it was cool how you got the crowd into it.”

- Matt

“The part with the snare drums was really cool too.”  

- Nicholas

“I loved the instruments.  They were awesome.”

- Colin

“The Christmas songs were great!  The other songs were fantastic!”

- Kyle

“I think the xylophone was awesome.  Happy Holidays!”

- Molli

“My favorite thing was when you called kids up because I was one of the kids who got called up.”

- Kristen