Manhattan Concert Productions: Recommendations

WHAT OUR PARTICIPANTS SAY ABOUT US AND THEIR EXPERIENCES:

"My students are still on a 'high' from their Carnegie Hall concert. We can't thank you enough for a thrilling opportunity!"

Sally Ross, Hickory High School, NC

"This was truly a wonderful opportunity for my students and my program. I would return to MCP without hesitation."

Russ Raber, Oak Harbor High School, OH

"... from the initial audition to the after concert cruise and every detail in between, my college students were treated with the utmost respect and genuine kindness... it was a life altering experience for many individuals in the ensemble. I am grateful to everyone at MCP for their wonderful hospitality and for giving me the opportunity to conduct in a venue where all the virtuoso artists have performed."

Julia Thorn, Centenary College, LA

"Great plans laid out for us - great, friendly staff - always ready to meet our every need."

Shelia Miller, Daviess County High School, KY

"MCP offers a very professional, student-centered, and educational festival!"

Gregory Whitmore, Cathedral City High School, CA

"I have toured all over the world with my choirs, and have performed in some of the most beautiful and famous rooms in Europe and America; your tour and performance package is right up there with the best I have had. Your service and responsiveness has been second to none in my career. My students and I are grateful for the experience we had in New York, thank you for all you did to make it possible."

Jason Harney, Aliso Niguel High School, CA

"I have traveled with my high school choirs for over 20 years. MCP is by far the best experience I have had yet. Their timely, professional and courteous service was exemplary. What a pleasure!"

Bonnie Graeve, Royal High School, CA

"In 28 years of teaching, I have never participated in a festival more worthwhile. It equaled or surpasses the quality of performance in All-State choirs. This festival was more educational than any others I have ever been in. We will try to do this every year!

Jean Immler, Charter Tech High School, NJ

"The opportunity to perform at Jazz at Lincoln Center turned out to be one of the most remarkable experiences imaginable!"

Jeff Welcher, Oneida High School, NY

"The entire festival was well organized and executed. The clinicians and guest conductor were first rate and the final performance and venue were outstanding... I'll be coming back."

Allen Redford, Highland Community College, IL

"MCP gives every person individual attention and respect... I knew no concern was too small to be addressed with kindness and courtesy. Every MCP person was friendly and committed to making our trip the best ever - and it was!

Sue Young, Ya'll Come Choir, IL

"We found the MCP staff most cooperative in every way. The concert program was outstanding both in repertoire and quality of performance. We truly had a great experience and look forward to doing another program with MCP in the future."

Margaret Goodson, Trinity Lutheran Church, TX

"For an average musician, this is an incredible opportunity to perform on a stage where 'stars' perform. What an experience!"

Linda Laird, Faith Lutheran Church, KS

"MCP was incredibly prepared, organized and hospitable. The representatives were warm and gracious, friendly and helpful, with a great respect for the art of making music."

Michele Hecht, First Congregational Church, IL

"A note of thanks for a really seamless concert experience for our orchestra at Carnegie Hall in New York City. We were delighted by the experience. Thank you for all of the thoughtful planning and insights as a music professional."

Donna Kempner, Villa Sinfonia parent

"As a community singer, I want to say thank you for arranging this wonderful experience at Carnegie Hall. Many times when a person anticipates a big event in their life, the actual experience does not live up to the expectation. My experience was more than amazing. I want to thank you for taking care of all the fine details that allowed us to have this magical moment. You and your staff were always helpful and courteous -- and you did it all with a smile."

Ronny Marshall, National Park Community College

"Our Mattawan High School Master Singers trip to New York City was a very enjoyable and rewarding experience. Thank you for developing a meaningful opportunity for our students. Our adult contingent was also provided a great opportunity to share in the experiences that you arranged for the students. Beyond those experiences, however, I wish to commend you for the service that you rendered. It was obvious that you work well with students and are able to provide a high standard in a personable way. I had such a great time with the students and the tour in general, that I intend to return when another group comes to New York. If you ever need a reference for another school that would be considering a trip such as ours, please feel free to refer them to me."

James Weeldreyer, superintendent, Mattawan Consolidated Schools

"Words cannot express my absolute delight with the experience you and your staff gave all of us during our stay in Chicago. What a fine, rich experience all of you provided for our singers, for me, and for the parents in the audience. MCP's hospitality was abundant in each and every aspect of the time we spent together. Your dedication, honesty and caring make MCP a class act. I offer my heartfelt thanks."

Mary Alice Stollak, Michigan State University Children's Choirs

"I want to thank you for arranging a wonderful trip for the Xavier High School students last month. I was so pleased with every aspect of the trip. Thank you and your capable staff for the thoughtful planning and professional guidance you gave us during our stay in New York City."

Paul Speiser, Xavier High School

"Thank you so much for the wonderful experience you arranged for all of us in New York City. What a fabulous experience! You were outstanding hosts and are incredible people."

Mike Shallabarger, principal, Greenville High School

"On behalf of the membership, our conductor Andre Thomas, and the Board of the Chorus, I want to thank you and your staff for helping make our first foray outside the city of Tallahassee not only rewarding, but one that our members will not soon forget. From the day we arrived at the hotel until we departed, our stay in New York was guided with the utmost professionalism. No detail went unaddressed, and as I remarked to one of my colleagues shortly after our return, the trip could not have gone better if it had been scripted. We look forward to working with you again in the future."

Lanue Ryan, The Tallahassee Community Chorus