Testimonials and Referrals

On John McDermott with Vancouver Symphony:

     "John McDermott is fabulous!...has found a very special way to combine his excellent technique and     vocal command with a warm and engaging present.  His traditional songs and repertoire such as Danny Boy and all his Christmas charts were huge hits with Vancouver audiences and new material was just as successful..."

                                               -Clyde Mitchell, Resident Conductor, Vancouver Symphony

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On John McDermott with the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra:

     "...A good singer with easy listening repertoire, good charts and entertaining patter throughout the program.  John and his support staff were cooperative and easy to work with in all respects.  John understand the importance of communication with the audience better than most performers - he personally greets every audience member as they come through the front door of the concert hall...I am pleased to recommend this program to other orchestras."

                                              -Tim Watson, Director of Artistic Operation, Edmonton Symphony Orchestra

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On John McDermott with the National Arts Centre Orchestra:

    "...knows how to touch the collective soul of an audience with his music.  He genuinely cares for the people who come to see and hear him.  At every performance here, he greeted his public as they arrive in the lobby.  On stage, he performed the songs they wanted and expected to hear, and afterwards personally bid 'adieu' to as many people as he possibly could.  In addition, our orchestra adored working with him.  A great many seasoned and gifted performers could learn a lot by watching Mr. McDermott lovingly tend to his audience.  He goes that 'extra mile' to ensure that absolutely everyone who buys a ticket gets his or her money's worth...and then some."

                                              -Rob McAlear, Artistic Administrator, National Arts Centre Orchestra

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On John McDermott with The Irish Tenors and The Royal Philharmonic:

    "John is one of the most intimate singers I've every worked with--he really gets inside the songs and most importantly, brings the listener with him."

                                                -Frank McNamara, Conductor

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On John McDermott with Symphonies:

    "His striking and pure voice, warm personality and rapport with audiences have earned him new fans wherever he has appeared."

                                                 -Betsy Webster, Executive Director, Association of Canadian Orchestras