"Sheldon is an outstanding musician and a really great guy. I can't say anything more because if you know what I know about his chops and work ethic, you might actually hire him."
..... Tim Tamashiro * CBC Radio host of national jazz program "Tonic" * Calgary, Alberta, Canada
"For technical mastery, dynamic playing, knowledge of the musical (jazz and non-jazz) vocabulary, and just having fun, piano man, Sheldon Zandboer stole the show on numerous occasions. Between starting off one solo with the last few notes of the solo before him, quoting other melodies in his solos, skillfully subtle comping and engaging musical charm, Zandboer showed why he's such a popular choice for accompanist around town. If you haven't seen him play yet, get off your couch & do it!”
..... Anthony Appleby * CJSW Jazz Radio Personality * Calgary, Alberta, Canada
“We were on the fore deck (of the Jupiter) drinking, having fun, and somebody noticed that you were playing the red piano. We all gazed at you through the glass, and I remember how our voices became quiet and our eyes were seeing something so beautiful. I mean there you were so enveloped and entranced by the music – feeling sound, and loving what you were feeling. When we entered the lounge you didn’t hear us, or if you did, you didn’t care. We were mesmerized by your uniqueness, your talent, your quietude, while living and breathing in the moment of the music you were creating. John had his eyes closed just listening to you play. It was one of those very rare times when reality, of all places a ship, took a strong hold on everybody. It was through you that we all loved a little more and understood our jobs a little more. Remember we were in Tunisia, Egypt, and Turkey – where Khaddafi was a couple of hours away, and planes were shooting at drones, and there were no children in the parks, and there were no English newspapers. We were entertainers for the people but what did we give to ourselves? It was that moment – listening to you play the red piano that we understood not only the impact of one individual, but also how much you had inside.”
..... Veronika Bradley -- Entertainment Manager -- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
"Imagine if you will, summer on the Aegean Sea. A small cruise ship glides towards the sunset. There is an upright piano, lacquered pink and chained to a bulkhead in the foyer of the lounge. In the lounge holiday revelers are drinking and chattering. Unnoticed by most of them and oblivious to their presence, a young man in tie and tails sits at this absurd instrument and starts to play. It begins as Somewhere Over The Rainbow, single notes, right hand. A few people look up. It develops into a complex set of variations. Conversation in the lounge ceases. The music is melancholy, introspective and harmonically adventurous. It ends simply and hopefully, and the revelers in the lounge are silent at first, save those who are weeping. Then they burst into applause for what was one of the most sublime musical performances I have ever experienced. The young man was Sheldon Zandboer. I have yet to find a more sensitive and supportive accompanist".
..... John MacMurchy (Toronto 2004)
"Sheldon Zandboer is an accomplished pianist who provided magnificent chops. At times, you barely noticed him and that was appropriate. At other points in the concert, he was simply sparkling and the focus shifted to him seated at the keys."
..... Joe Montague excerpt from JazzReview.com on December 21, 2006
"In the cultural reshaping of Canada’s fastest growing city Calgary, Alberta the Beat Niq jazz club on January 20th once again proved to be key player in that cultural evolution. World-class jazz singer Adi Braun from Toronto took to the stage and performed two sets consisting of original compositions, standards and tunes featuring some Canadian songwriters. Braun is much more than a chanteuse she is a complete entertainer. Braun completely immerses herself in the personality, colors and context of the beautiful phrases she interprets. Pianist Sheldon Zandboer provides equally sensitive chops. Zandboer a native Calgarian and regular performer at the Beat Niq should be in a much larger market to receive the notoriety that he deserves."
..... Concert Review by Joe Montague on January 20th, 2007
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