“…It is very difficult to put into words just how magnificent today’s concert was as it just left us speechless, but I felt I must send you a message to let you know how much we all enjoyed it and are so grateful to you and everyone else responsible for putting on these wonderful concerts for the past eleven years…”
“…Just wanted to thank you so much for yesterday’s concert. I was mesmerised from start to finish…it was absolutely brilliant…”
“…Thank you for the most amazing concert of all times…this one topped them all…you bring so much joy in the lives of so many…
“…Your concert yesterday was absolutely wonderful…your piano ability is exceptional…”
“…A 92-year-old lady, I must thank you for that lovely music yesterday. The joy I felt whilst travelling home remained with me through the evening…Bernard’s wonderful versatility, range and sense of humour brings so much pleasure & joy to so many & I hope you will pass on my sincere thanks and appreciation…
“…I wanted to let you know that we all agreed today’s concert was absolutely fantastic – way beyond the best we’ve been to since we started a few years ago. Congratulations!…”
“…no words would be adequate to describe the concert we enjoyed yesterday. The audience reaction said it all. The entire program was first class…Thank you for your wonderful work making our day…”
“…just gets better and better. Wonderful orchestra, violinist, tenor Daniel best we have heard and wonderful pianist Bernard…Thank you for bringing so much pleasure to the audience. See you at Piano Passion…”
“…Where do I start? Last Monday 16th September was absolutely amazing. I have been coming for quite a few years and had often thought about my all-time favourite piece of music and wanted to ask you if it was possible to include it in one of your concerts…so thank you so much for “Rhapsody in Blue” for your orchestra and your brilliant piano playing…you also had Daniel singing the “Soliloquy” from Carousel, well this song has brought me to tears several times and this time was no exception…so you can see for me it was a very emotional afternoon which I will remember for a long while with gratitude. I’m looking forward to the next concert…”
“…Thank you, thank you, thank you, for the most fabulous concert yesterday. We were completely blown away by the orchestra and the unexpected wonderful singer…better than Pavarotti! We loved the program from beginning to end, especially your playing (with the orchestra) of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue…”
“…Always delight in your shows, it is a wonderful opportunity to hear such music for those of us not in the usual loop…many thanks…”
“…Andrew Doyle’s interpretation of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto was world class — the best I’ve ever heard. Just that one item was worth the price of admission…But then you added your interpretation of Rhapsody in Blue. It left me numb with admiration…”
“…I just wanted to let you know that 10 of us attended your concert today & what a marvellous event it was. We have been going for many years now & have always come out feeling great. We could sit & listen to you & your marvellous orchestra for hours & you always have artists who give us much pleasure…many thanks for making a lot of “elderly” people happy…”
“…I just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the concert today – Marina was just lovely. Rob McDougall was very good, as usual the orchestra was terrific and Bernard Walz amazing…”
“…Just a short note to that all involved with today’s concert. Marina and Rob were so wonderful together…a lot of beautiful songs done with such feeling. Many thanks again…”
“…Another super concert today and what a bonus having the amazing Rob McDougall fill in at short notice. The orchestra and your playing, and the song choices, left us wanting more. Thank you so much for the work involved in bringing live daytime performances to the “oldies” who don’t venture out after dark any more!!!…”
“…Congratulations…another fantastic concert. We braved the wind, rain and train delays…it was worth every setback to be in that Town Hall and listening to beautiful music. A huge thank you…”
“…A really heartfelt thank you to all concerned for presenting such an amazing concert…we all knew and loved Marina and her work, but from Rob’s very first note we were all mesmerised. It was a most enjoyable afternoon…we do appreciate the time and effort that goes into each concert and we always look forward to each one…”
“,,,Thank you for a wonderful concert this afternoon! Lots of talent and fun!…”
“…Thank you for the wonderful concert with David Hobson and the beautiful Bridget Costello who appeared with him. Tears were running down our cheeks with her terrific singing with David….A marvellous concert and we look forward to the next one…”
“…Just wanted to let you know how much we (all 8 of us) enjoyed today’s concert – it was astounding and left us speechless. I really want to thank you for the tremendous effort you put in to produce these concerts for us to enjoy…we look forward to seeing you again in March 2024!…”
“…No words are in my vocabulary to describe how wonderful and moving the music was today. The Orchestra was superb, Claire’s singing so pure and strong and the piano playing and conducting are beyond words…I was close to tears listening to the beautiful music…”
“…Today’s concert was absolutely fabulous! Can’t think of one that I’ve enjoyed more. The oboe and bassoon were wonderful additions. I still have goosebumps for the haunting “Schindler’s List” theme. What an exquisite violinist…Looking forward to another year of music “magic” in 2024…”
“…Thank you once again for a brilliant show yesterday. We thoroughly enjoyed it, especially watching how each orchestra member presents individually and as a whole whilst each of you appreciates/acknowledges each other’s talents…”
“…Thank you for a wonderful concert last Monday…It was thrilling, emotional and brought back such beautiful memories of the movies we had seen over the years. The Good Old Days Concerts Orchestra and Claire Lyon were fantastic…You give so many people such pleasure. It is appreciated…”
“…What a way to end the 2023 season of The Good Old Days Concerts with the performance on Monday…I enjoyed every minute of it with the piano, the orchestra and the wonderful voice of Claire Lyon. I was sorry when it ended. The work that everybody puts into getting the concert going is great…”
“…Thank you so much for a really beautiful and fun afternoon at Movies Live!…the shows are so special to our group and never disappoint us…”
“…We thoroughly enjoyed another wonderful concert. Claire Lyon is amazing. Performing that show twice, back to back, must have been exhausting. Well done indeed!…!
“…absolutely superb…”
“…a great day out…Simon is an inspirational young Australian musician…I was blown away by his talent…and blown away by Bernard’s piano brilliance and masterful leading of the orchestra…”
“…what an amazing performance…I was completely overwhelmed – like everyone – so much so that late into the evening I wasn’t able to sleep, so hyped…that was an awesome performance…a sensational experience…there are simply not enough adjectives to applaud the amazing performance…”
“…what a fabulous and thoroughly enjoyable concert…”
“…Magnificent…best concert ever…congratulations to you both…”
“…yesterday’s concert was fabulous, as always…exceptional…”
“…congratulations on yet another masterpiece…Monday’s “Piano! Piano!” hit the spot…exciting exuberance at a superb level…”
“…thanks to all for the amazing concert yesterday – we all felt privileged to be in the audience…”Piano! Piano!” was very special and we congratulate you on bringing it to us…”
“…congratulations, the concert this morning was the best one I have been to by a long way…”
“…loved every minute of it…thank you for your talent and for sharing it with us…you never disappoint…”
“…Was amazing! Such talented musicians! Loved every minute of this concert. Bravo!…”
“…Today’s sublime, generous performance was an absolute treat…thanks to you all for making these concerts available…”
“…Absolutely brilliant performances by two amazing pianists and great orchestra…our group of 10 never miss these fab Good Old Days Concerts…”
