In Concert
"His performance was very well received, ending in an explosive standing ovation. His program was fun and entertaining, which would be great for any audience." —William Jenks, 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
"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
"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
"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)
"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
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
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
"I liked the way you performed "Greensleeves" and asked the students to tell you where you were by following along with the music. You inspired students to work on future selections by performing them in class. Your playing was fluid and articulate. You are a well rehearsed performer! As the hour progressed, you became more animated, and in my opinion, more commanding of the subject matter. As you stood up to guide them through various exercises, your eye contact and control were that of a more seasoned and gifted educator. Your presentation was very clear. The organization of the hour was evident. You are very knowledgeable with the subject matter and deliver your lessons well., It was obvious that your class admires your technical skills greatly and I feel confident that you are an important asset to the Music Department." —Janis Stevenson, Faculty Evaluator, Foothill College, Los Altos Hills, California
