A splendid journey . . . I just close my eyes and go with the music. It is hard to come back when she’s done.
Valentine Pierce, poet
Susan has a lovely way of choosing the path of her melodies when emphasizing the words of her gentle improvisations. Her singing is fresh, original and filled with a quiet emotion which is itself poetry.
Mary Watkins, composer/pianist
Susan Newman captures in improvised vocals the soaring ever-changing spirit of Rumi, among other poets. I can listen to her again and again and find something new each time.
Jeanne Brondino, poet
Susan Newman uses great material and makes beautiful songs. Since poetry is meant to be heard, Newman does great service to great poets not only by giving sound to the words, but also by making them soar on heart-swelling melodies.
Daniel Ari, poet/writer
There are times when Susan climbs inside a song, that she can send chills up your spine. There are other times when she can invoke pure glee. And the best of times involve both.
Dick Bailey
I love Susan’s creating improvised melodies to poetry. Each performance has its own moments of truth and joy. She truly “opens her heart and lets the spirits fly in and out.”
Sandra Whisler
Susan’s unforced expressive power comes from a willingness to merge with the voice of the poet. She seems to dissolve into the poem.
Gael Alcock, cellist
I love Susan’s emphasis on the process of creating art and music. That she is able to cast aside her fears and truly enjoy her work is evident in the beauty of her creations.
Sharon Dolan
Susan Newman has an amazing ability to use her velvet voice to spontaneously create beautiful melodies while interpreting inspirational poetry. She is a pleasure to collaborate with.
Nicole Miller, composeer/pianist
Susan sings beautifully with intelligence and a great deal of warmth. She is an original. Her composition and her improvisation are always thoughtful and unique.
Felice York, vocalist
When Susan sings, music soars out of her soul, transporting you on one continuous journey of surprise and delight.
Chris Zydel, MA, Painting from the Wild Heart
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