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"LA - based Peggy Duquesnel sings, plays piano and writes in the jazz tradition of guys like Dick Hyman and Ralph Sutton...she brings her clear yet unassuming voice to mature originals like 'Promised Land' and the title track." (read more...)

"She writes some nice tunes, like the title cut. And her choice of standards suit her own vocal style." (read more...)

"The original tracks on Summertime Lullaby are sensitive and sincere; you can hear for yourself how much Duquesnel has put into writing the lyrics and composing the music." (read more...)

"Orange County jazz pianist Peggy Duquesnel, who played keyboards in Warwick's band from 1996 to 1998, recalls that period with fondness. 'Dionne had a very natural way with the audience, telling little stories, and her singing was so musical,' she says. 'She had a great respect for the songwriters, and that came through in performance. It was an honor to work for her.'" (read more...)

"Her voice is very calming like Janis Siegel, where you not only hear her love for jazz and singing, but simply a love of music." (read more...)

"Her voice is clear and pure and she is unafraid to divide her arrangements between extended piano solos and the lyrics of the songs she has arranged." (read more...)

"Peggy Duquesnel has all the accoutrements needed to make a lasting and positive impression on listeners minds." (read more...)

"Duquesnel's vocals, be they bluesy or joyful are tailored to the many moods of the season." Some of her solo work, such as "Satin Doll" and "Take the 'A' Train" manifest themselves as heartfelt tributes to their respective composers, peer to peer, as it were. (read more...)

"Duquesnel knows how to reach her audience and her singing is very appealing. 'Stay As Sweet As You Are,' composed by Mack Gordon and Harry Revel has truly sweet lyrics and, for me, was an emotional experience to see and hear live from Duquesnel's quartet." (read more...)

"This album is a treasure for the discerning ear... It is jazz at it's best. Her piano solo makes ones foot tap and brings a smile..." (read more...)

"The California-based singer has come up with some smooth arrangements for a clutch of well loved jazz standards, interspersed with four of her own compositions including the languid title track, which sets the scene for a thoroughly enjoyable set." (read more...)

"Saddleback Church's Rick Muchow and Riverphlo artist Andraé Crouch led two equally unique and inspiring bands of praise. The NAMM crowd isn't known for its early risers on Sunday, but Rick and his all-star band got things fired up at 9am! Not long after, a special guest appearance was made by David Pack of Ambrosia fame, who shared a soulful rendition of his classic "Biggest Part Of Me." Rick's ensemble was a musical tour-de-force, featuring the jazz piano/vocal stylings of Peggy Duquesnel on V-Piano® and the incomparable Don Lewis on the new V-Combo organ. This diverse array of talent and styles combined to create a memorable performance that energized the congregation, which grew steadily throughout the morning." (read more...)

"The title song is an original with a lovely melody and touching lyrics...'In The Quiet Hours' and 'Promised Land,' are two other originals that further demonstrate how well the entertainer matches music and words."

"Peggy Duquesnel sounds like a smokier version of Rosemary Clooney. Her voice is bright and buoyant with burnt honey shadings..."

"Duquesnel's keyboards are right on time all the way through the album and clearly show her love of playing."