- "The Quintessential Vocal Ensemble is truly an outstanding choral ensemble: The singers express their music with great sensitivity, excellent intonation, and rhythmic excitement. The conductor, Mrs. Susan Quinn, is a consummate musician who has led the singers to national recognition."
- Dr. John Haberlen
Past President, American Choral Directors Association
- "As an experienced director of choral organizations, one can instantaneously sense the strengths and weakness of choral groups in performance. I was completely captivated by the exciting performance of the Quintessential Vocal Ensemble... So many things make up a performance: demeanor, attitude, discipline, musicality, responsiveness, choice of repertory, appearance and above-all the ability to communicate with an audience. I found all of these attributes present at the highest levels during this appearance before such a critical audience... The espirit de corps demonstrated from the moment their presentation began until the completion was truly unusual."
- Dr. Albert McNeil, D.M.A.
Director, Albert McNeil Jubilee Singers of Los Angeles
Professor of Music, Emeritus, University of California, Davis
- "The level of artistic mastery achieved from these young singers by music director Susan Quinn is exceptional. Their command of vocal technique is remarkable, though always serving the ultimate goal: reaching highest standards of musical expression."
- Marc David
Principal Conductor, Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra
- "I have had the privilege to perform with the QVE in the Titanic Requiem by Donald Patriquin. This was an experience I will always treasure. The choir was excellent and the music direction of Ms. Susan Quinn inspiring. I also attended a performance of QVE in Halifax and was amazed and pleasantly surprised by the high quality of performance this ensemble presented. The voices were fresh and strong, the intonation impeccable and the musical phrases flawless. I would welcome any opportunity to perform with them again."
- Shimon Walt
Assistant Principal Cellist, Symphony Nova Scotia
Professor of cello, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia
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