Cari Burdett : Press Kit

“Cari Burdett’s dramatic cabaret was a wonderful evening of music and song, which everyone loved. Cari’s wide-ranging vocals, accompanied by great musicians, made for a magical evening. We look forward to her return” – Neville Hope, Fanny Bay Community Association, April 2017

“A stunning accomplishment. Burdett’s voice is strong and versatile… a rich journey across genres and musical eras, a remarkable cast of superb musicians, they breath new life into a beautiful collection of classic songs.” – Kelly Nakatsuka, All Points West – CBC Radio

“An eclectic mix with influences ranging from art song and opera to jazz and gypsy. Threading it all together is Burdett’s sultry voice, a smoky mezzo-soprano” – Adrian Chamberlain, Victoria Times Colonist

“Cari, your set was incredible. What a strong and diverse voice you have!” – The Salt Spring Music & Garlic Festival

“A pleasure to meet this powerhouse performer, her skilled intensity with a wide range, from opera, to folk and feisty gypsy cabaret style music” – Daphne Goode, Shaw TV

“Cari is a house on fire … big, hot, passionate, hungry and beautiful … she will eat you up and leave your breathless … you do not want to miss out … magic.” – Anne Schaefer, Singer/Songwriter

“Working on this album with Cari and the fine musicians involved has been incredibly inspiring. So many colours and emotions! Thank you, Cari, for involving me in this fine project.” – Miles Black, Pianist

“Her warmth and humanity bubble up through the rich honey of her voice” – Cowichan Valley Citizen

“Burdett took the audience on an intimate journey” – Cowichan Valley Citizen

“Sensitive and beautiful arrangements, your voice is simply lovely.”– Anna Höstman, Composer/Artist

“Cari is a powerful presence onstage…her strong voice, vitality and passion is catching…” – Ken Hicks, Presenter

“Cari is a joy to work with. Our audience loved her so much, we’ve invited her back to sing with us again this summer” – Norman Nelson, Maestro, Sooke Philharmonic Orchestra

“Take this album aside, and like a good bottle of wine, let its music envelope you.” — Ken Lavigne, The Travelling Tenor

“I’m not sure how to go about this, as I don’t usually write to a performer who has moved me…There was so much of the dimensions of YOU that you brought to this performance. So much of your soul shone through. Your voice IS an instrument, and one of such range, variety, colour, meaning, as to sculpt sound into gems of time. I can only thank you deeply for that rich experience I and my partner enjoyed last night.” – Audience member

“From the first note, Cari held the rapt attention of the studio audience with her polished performance. Her expressive voice handles many different genres effortlessly and each song was rewarded with exuberant applause. The interaction and communication between Cari and the muscians was wonderful to watch. She has gathered a lot of new fans here in the Comox Valley. We look forward to having Cari back again at Studio Live.” – Roger Baird, Studio Live

” Cari transports the audience to another world with her sultry voice, storytelling and beautiful stage presence. All ages enjoyed the show and we look forward to having them return! We very much appreciated how easy and flexible Cari was to work with!” – Jennifer, Stowel Lake Farm