Daniel Roest, Guitar Performance and Instruction

In Concert...

“BRAVO! An artist, a polished performer with a sense of drama, a keen sense of musical content... most satisfying in every way... What a pleasure!” —San Jose City College Music Department

“Daniel, Both Regina and I thought the concert you so graciously provided Sunday was a wonderful experience for our library patrons. We were so pleased with the very large turnout. We counted over 90 people in attendance! Many of those attendees shared with us how much they enjoyed your performance. You have a relaxed, warm and engaging style that really connected with the audience. I’m sure I speak for many when I say your performance was thoroughly entertaining, inspiring and just plain fun! Daniel, thanks again for your gift of time and talent. It truly was a special afternoon for the Folsom Library; we appreciate your contribution to the arts and our community. All the best,” —Debbie Centi, Library Technician

“Thanks, Daniel, for a magical evening of guitar. All our guests were delighted with your concert. Yesterday one of them said, 'That's my kind of music - I especially loved his original composition (February 4th.)' Jim and I agree and were honored to be part of the audience at the premiere performance.”—Gloria Hildinger, Aurora Lakes Resort, South Lake Tahoe

“Very fine. Mr. Roest performed with grace and precision.” —Reed Magazine

“Master of the instrument, limpid in execution, precise in his movements, listening to him, we get the feeling that we are with one of the great players of the guitar.” —Tiempo Latino (translated from Spanish)

"an explosive standing ovation... fun and entertaining, which would be great for any audience."

—William Jenks, Presenter, Portland Classic Guitar Concert Series

“Fantastic! Our highest attendance ever. Daniel Roest's concert was the highlight of the year.... The audience was delighted and enthralled and asked for Daniel to return next year! His relaxed manner and conversational style with information between the pieces was wonderful!" —Susan Covington and Diane Knight, Folsom Public Library

In concert...

“Fantastic! Our highest attendance ever. Daniel Roest's concert was the highlight of the year.... The audience was delighted and enthralled and asked for Daniel to return next year!"

—Susan Covington and Diane Knight, Folsom Public Library

“an explosive standing ovation... fun and entertaining, which would be great for any audience."

—William Jenks, Portland Classic Guitar Concert Series

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Instructor - Clinician...

"Daniel, your lesson was very well thought out and executed. The student’s all responded with intrigue and respect. Using the continuum line to demonstrate concepts and vocabulary words throughout your entire lesson was incredibly effective. The students understood it, kept referring to the vocab words on the wall and responded on many different levels to the visuals you provided. The exercise in which you had them gradually increase their volume was effective and fun. The students were all engaged and determined...Your engage activities were very well scaffolded into your main activities. Again, the main activity of gradually increasing the volume from student to student on different instruments was very effective in helping grasp the concept of levels and how much that can vary from instrument to instrument. The students loved it! Your reaction to the student with the electric guitar was also fun…" —Chelsea Hunt, Arts Education Training and Partnerships Associate, Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission

"After reading your writing I am more excited than ever to have you teach my students. Your teaching is the most inclusive of the essential details I've seen to date." —Gordon Rowland, Owner, GuitarWork, Novato, CA

Recording...

5 out of 5 stars “Beautifully played and recorded guitar music.” “Great Guitars! is a beautifully recorded Latin-tinged set by Bay Area guitarist Daniel Roest. Daniel picks some of the favorites of the guitar repertoire and plays them with nuance and style.” Reviewer: Guy Cantwell, Cabrillo College Guitar Instructor

5 out of 5 stars “Stunning performance!” “Beautifully played and very relaxing. Never heard Moorish Dance played with such emotion.” Reviewer: Eric Ayzenberg

5 out of 5 stars “Excellent music.” “This CD is a great collection of classical guitar music. I especially like the last piece-Moorish Dance. Every piece was played with great precision and skill. I highly recommend it to everyone.” Reviewer: Don Chiu

5 out of 5 stars “Highly Recommended. Musical, joyful and intimate.” “A highly enjoyable musical experience is presented here on Great Guitars!, Mr. Roest’s first album. The songs are all great, but the best part is how they are performed. Rather than just presenting selections intended only to show off a performer’s technique as seems common today, Mr. Roest has instead focused on musicality. As a result, there is a unique smoothness and flow to each piece, which leads to greater musical pleasure. There is also an underlying joyfulness that I found quite uplifting. The sound quality is topnotch, giving a feeling of intimacy and aliveness. I highly recommend this CD.” Reviewer: David Pardee

Wedding Ceremonies and Special Events...

“I have happily recommended Daniel Roest’s talents for many years. His attention to detail, his professionalism, and above all his gift with the guitar make him a valuable asset for any gathering. Daniel has consistently provided an incredible ambiance for our events. Many brides have floated down the aisle to his beautiful music. When Daniel is here, we know it will be done right!” —Brooke Greene, Events Coordinator, Nestldown and Thomas Fogarty Winery & Vineyards

"An entire crowd of professional musicians, and you wowed them all. The number of comments I received about your playing were too numerous to count, and they were all variations on a theme: 'Where did you find him? He's absolutely fantastic!' You were so professional and helpful and so easy to work with - not to mention patient... that I felt absolutely no stress about music after talking with you the first time. I'll happily recommend you whenever I can. Thanks to you, our wedding was a wonderful memory we'll treasure forever. Thank you again!" —Yuhri Hirata, Bride, Hakone Gardens, Saratoga

"Besides providing us with the perfect musical background ambiance for our event, Daniel was incredibly personable in his interaction with our guests. He provided continuous music throughout the event with the addition of his CDs during his breaks. Daniel was amazingly easy to work with and very low maintenance, which is a blessing in the world of an event planner.”

—Denise R. Samuel, Director of Sales and Marketing, Jarvis Winery, Napa

"Daniel - We have received nothing but rave reviews of your performance form our guests. They loved it. Thank you for working with me to plan our unique music choices. I only wish I could've been up there to listen to more! The day was perfect and we truly thank you for your professionalism and amazing talent!" — (heart) Erika Rominger & Tim Long, Esparto, CA