Arts in the Village, Massachusetts
“. . . Duo Balalaika received sustained applause and standing ovations . . .”
Brandon Music Cafe, Vermont
“On a very cold evening Terry and Oleg warmed our spirits
with a super concert . . ." "[D]isplaying a great amount of talent . . ."
"[C]reating a fine rapport with the audience . . .”
Colours of Music Festival, Ontario
“The audiences thoroughly enjoyed the performance —
some welcomed hearing music from their homeland and childhood, some heard the music for the first time . . .”
Elisabeth Lahti Concert Series, Florida
“[A] spendid mix of musical mastery and humor . . . the 90-year-old sponsor of the series could hardly contain her delight after the program.”
Fairmont Chamber Music Society, West Virginia
“Best chamber music concert ever . . . superb . . . interesting,
lively and entertaining”
Fearrington Concert Series, North Carolina
“. . . Duo Balalaika entertains and enthralls.”
Kent State University, Ohio
“The mix of humor, history, and showmanship
not only entertained, but also educated . . . [Y]ou were a joy to work with . . .”
Music by Nature Concerts, Ohio
“splendid performance . . . a gem to work with . . . top notch musicians who present a concert with a high level of artistry, yet manage to keep it quite entertaining.”
Northport Library, Florida
“Exceeded all expectations!” “Both musicians are virtuosos!”
“Went straight to my heart!”
Museum Of Russian Icons, Massachusetts
“The audience raved about your performance . . ."
"The synergy and humor that the two of you share is so much fun to watch.”
Siesta Key Chapel Arts Series, Florida
“[F]aces were brimming with enthusiasm and joy as they experienced your music."
"Tears of joy, exuberant smiles, dance to the music from [their] seats.”
Troy-Hayner Cultural Center, Ohio
“The passion with which they shared the experience of Duo Balalaika . . . singing, clapping, foot stomping, cheers, ovations and begging for more.”
Vivace Music Series, Michigan
“. . . a carefully conceived program that was met with enthusiasm
throughout our audience." "[M]usic of great dynamic range that
touched the souls of our audience and gave them great joy. Everyone loved this concert.”
Hill and Hollow, New York
Balalaika Magic in Little Siberia:
". . . he had the audience clapping along unabashedly, deliriously."
"[A] formidable pianist, Terry Boyarsky is a sensitive and worthy music partner.”
Hill and Hollow, New York
“The sheer variety of music is astonishing as they express the full range of human emotions – alternately soulful and humorous, restrained and vigorous, mischievous and passionate . . .”
Curiosity Concerts, Connecticut
“Your program was well suited for our family audience . . ."
"[T]hey were captivated by Oleg’s great skill and magic . . ."
"[T]errific to have audience participation built into the program.”
Cincinnati Country Day School
“Utilizing musical genius with a folky coziness, you won over our crowd with individual and whole audience participation punctuated with humor and valuable lessons on how to work together.”
Heritage Camp, Families for International Children, Michigan
"You [exposed adopted children to their homeland culture] in such an engaging
and entertaining way. There were lots of smiles and laughs.”
Saranac Elementary School, New York
“[I]t was evident that you were used to speaking with children
in the way you interacted . . ." "[G]lad you express the importance of music from different cultures . . ."
"[I]t is so important to encourage a multicultural understanding and acceptance . . .”
Governor Morehead School for the Blind and Visually Impaired, North Carolina
“High caliber talent! The rapport you and Oleg share demonstrated to the students a good working relationship. You both connected with the audience effortlessly."
"[S]uch an entertaining and educational opportunity. Bravi!”
Ironton Council for the Arts, Ohio
“Marvelous . . . I've not seen our concert patrons so actively engaged . . ."
". . . masterful performing [and] the ability to communicate cultural and music context so effectively to our audience.”
