C.Paige Vickery~Reviews & Testimonials

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"She gave me a superb accompaniment in a performance of a Mozart Horn Concerto (K447). She got a really sparkling classical sound from a group of inexperienced, tired-from-rehearsing, and unfocused group of young players, and did so with the finest of inter-personal dynamics. Her gestures, deportment, concepts, and energy level really galvanized the participants into obtaining those fine results. The results were so good, in fact, that the live recording of the performance will be included on CDs being circulated for festival recruitment. It was a remarkable achievement on her part, and demonstrated, clearly, that she possesses skills and talents that cannot be taught in conservatories. She clearly is a star in ascendance." Lowell Greer, PhD, DA; Regent of the Geyer Guild / Prof of Horn (ret.), The University of Michigan

To describe Paige Vickery as merely an outstanding conductor and flutist is truly  a disservice to the music community.   As Director of the Notes at 9,000:Emerging Artist Series based in Winter Park, Colorado, I have come to know and appreciate the multi-faceted Paige Vickery.  She is a quick study in entrepreneurial concepts for the development of sustainability in musical careers as well as being the quintessential ambassador for all genres and ages of music and musicians.  Paige's contemplative approach to the development of both music and musicians breathes new Life into an often stale and technical realm.  In a World of paint-by-number, Paige is a tapestry--she interweaves her vibrant color and texture into the exciting future of Music.  I am truly fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with her."    Amy J. Clark, Chairman, Board of Directors, Notes at 9,000:Emerging Artist Series 2004

“Amazing music from the Bombay Chamber Orchestra, which was guest-conducted by New York-based Celia Paige Vickery.” Narendra Kusner, MidDay. Bombay, India February, 2004

With the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Co “What a difference live music made to this performance. The score by Jarbas Bintencourt got a terrific drive from conductor Paige Vickery.” Glenn Giffin on the ballet Orfeu Negro, Denver Post September, 2003 “Impeccable dancing and the marvelous playing of an 11-piece orchestra, led nimbly by Paige Vickery.” Marc Shulgold on the ballet Orfeu Negro, Rocky Mountain News September, 2003 “Conductor Paige Vickery was adding bass drums to a death scene at dress rehearsals and will suddenly gesture her musicians back a few bars to repeat a section if she sees the dancers going with the moment and extending an “Orfeu” movement.” Michael Booth on the ballet Orfeu Negro, Denver Post September, 2003

“..elicits a beautiful, natural sound from the orchestra, and she creates the circumstances where the orchestra wants to play for her and help her realize her strong musical intentions.”
Samuel Jones - Composer

“Her comfort level with musicians of all ages has earned her a reputation as one of the most successful young conductors in the country and enabled her to land prestigious conducting engagements all over the world.”
Park Profile, Colorado

"As one of 24 contestants from all over the world, Paige distinguished herself in a wide variety of works from the standard repertory. She proved to be a quick study throughout the competition process and did a terrific job in the contemporary works section of the tour. As the competition unfolded with increasing pressure and scrutiny on each competitor, Paige's demeanor became more and more relaxed, focused and confident. The orchestra responded to her with wonderful results. Her silver medal was richly deserved and she has my vote as a top conductor of the future."
David Winkler - Juror, Vakhtang Int'l Conducting Competition

“..impressed with willingness to tackle a new score at the last minute, and ability to project a clear concept of the piece at short notice..” 
A. S. Wood, Washington Cons. Music