Search - Elissa Lee Koljonen :: Heartbreak: Romantic Encores for Violin

Poignant and Innovative

A. K. Wilder | Beijing, China | 12/01/1999

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I heard the music on this CD played live by the two artists on NPR last night. It's moving and romantic-- I didn't even want to get out of the car. So, now I'm here buying it. Many of the pieces have been transposed from piano to violin. The melodies are slow and sensuous, perfect for a holiday gift or a romantic evening at home."

Music for the soul

Michael J. Gonzalez | Puerto Rico | 12/07/1999

(5 out of 5 stars)

"When you listen to this album all you have to do is close your eyes and the music will do the rest. I learned about this album by listening to NPR ( National Public Radio). Ms. Koljonen was being interviewed and between comments they played several cuts. It was love at first sight. The playing is superb . The music is for the soul."

Special Debut

Jeffrey Merrill | Walkersville, Maryland | 01/07/2000

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Ms. Koljonen's debut album, Heartbreak, excels not only in the quality of her play, but in her selection of titles as well. Her music is played with a passion and feeling that is can be felt by the listener throughout every piece. The album is over 70 minutes long which makes it an exceptional value. I also enjoyed the fact that a brief history of every song was included in the album cover. I very much look forward to her future releases."