"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
