"Marvin
is a great Floridian and an accomplished pianist. He
is a man of faith and his beliefs are conveyed through
his performances. The First Lady and I are avid fans
of Marvin and his music."
Jeb
Bush
Governor
Florida
"Marvin
Goldstein can play beautiful things on the piano. He
is able, with his magnificent talent, to
play any and all music for any and all groups. Marvin
is one of the most seasoned and accomplished performers
on the planet. He is a world-class talent with a lot
to spare."
Orrin
Hatch
US Senator/Songwriter
Utah
"This
first in a three-volume set of popular love songs and
show tunes should please the easy listener. The
album is a departure from his usual faith-centered
interpretations, and the gamble pays off. In his characteristic
style, Marvin proves his astounding talent without
sounding pompous or flashy. He manipulates the keys
to add a personal dose to each song. The pianist tackles
mega-hits and blockbusters including "Unchained
Melody," "Music of the Night," "Somewhere
Out There," "The Greatest Love of All," "Memory" and
others. Marvin doesn't need any accompaniment; he can
do it all himself."
Jared
Johnson
AMG REVIEW
Marvin Goldstein, Pianist, Vol. 1
"Goldstein
plays with a soft, light touch, at the same time capturing
emotion and adding richness to the music.
The songs flow with seemingly effortless technique and
style, with lyrical and melodic interpretations that
soothe and scintillate…
The
love songs here are well-chosen, the mix of genres
adds interest and the overall compilation provides
a
comprehensive look at how this emotion has been interpreted
through the years. Goldstein's own "You Are My Inspiration" fits
right in."
Carma Wadley
Deseret News senior writer
“ New set has songs for lovers”
Deseret Morning News
February 12, 2002
"Marvin
Goldstein proves his virtuosity by enhancing well-known
pop hits in this collection. Although he attracts
listeners across the demographic spectrum, this series
offers particular appeal to those who hold a special
place in their hearts for soft rock and theme music of
the '70s through early '90s. The number of adult contemporary
hits come from film scores and TV series with a personalized
touch. Goldstein must concoct medleys in his sleep; he
blends songs with such ease. His style is only flashy
in its lightning speed, which he combines with adequate
resting places. "Volume 3" goes well with a
quiet evening and candlelight dinner."
Jared
Johnson
AMG REVIEW
Marvin Goldstein, Pianist, Vol. 3
BILLY
DEAN, THURL BAILEY, MARVIN GOLDSTEIN, Sandy Amphitheater,
Saturday.
"… as the three proved Saturday, you don't have to look
alike or be alike to make harmonious music together.
They each brought something very different to the stage,
but their differences tripled the impact, rather than
dividing it…
Bailey
and Dean, both with rich, strong voices, created sweet
harmony, and Goldstein's flying fingers added a
perfect complement on the piano. The entertainers were
clearly having as much fun as the audience..."
Carma Wadley
Deseret News senior writer
"Trio
makes beautiful music together"
Deseret
Morning News
August 16, 2004