"Not only is this piece fun to play, it exploits the beautiful legato singing style that all trombonists crave. The piece is a crowd pleaser and the melodies are memorable. I highly recommend this wonderful concerto to all trombonists!" -Joe Alessi (Principal Trombone, New York Philharmonic)
"James Beckel's new trombone concerto is a major work of symphonic dimensions and depth, and showcases the solo trombone very effectively." -Carl Lenthe (Professor of Trombone at Indiana State University)
"Beckel's Concerto is a beautiful, expansive, and dramatic work. The music lies so well on the horn, it is obvious that this is a piece written for trombonists by a trombonist. It is a challenging work, to be sure, but quite accessible for advanced college students and professional trombonists." -Bill Mathis (Professor of Trombone at Bowling Green State University)