PRESS QUOTES

"...the latter [Routenberg's Concerto for Jazz Violin and Orchestra, mvt.1, Blue Reel] was wonderful, its syncopated embellishments reminiscent of Aaron Copland, an American hoedown and a whole lot more. This composition is a true keeper, every bit as fine as much of Copland and Leonard Bernstein. Basham gave one of his most seasoned performances to date."

-THE NEAPOLITAN- Peg Goldberg Longstreth

"...the soundtrack-ready opus [Bandwidth, from Jazztronicus] resembles some of Herbie Hancock's future shocks."

-THE PALM BEACH POST- Bill Meredith

"This 2003 recording [Lots of Pulp] from UM-trained pianist-composer Routenberg blew me away. While you marvel at the inventiveness of his sound-design — he sampled everything from the jingle of sacks of change to the thwuck of concentrated orange juice squeezed from its container — the masterful compositions and good humor win you over. Colors from violin, harp and cello to flute, sax and oboe add to the tonal pallette, mixing the organic and electronic in a very modern and satisfying way."

-BOB WEINBERG'S BLOG- Bob Weinberg

"Congratulations to Miami-based pianist and music instructor Scott Routenberg, who, in July, became the first jazz songwriter to win the 'Maxell Song of the Year' in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest."

-JAZZIZ- Bill Meredith

"Pianist Routenberg is a poetic soul. His tone is like drops of liquid gold, with exquisite voicing and meticulous phrasing...Routenberg exhibited a formidable mastery of keyboard technique, but never produced a harsh or strident tone. The piano literally sang in his hands, and it was a joy to hear a clear, easily discernable melodic line with luscious legato. Routenberg is also an intellect whose delight in rhythmic puzzles teased the ear and brain. Soprano Kathleen Grace joined the trio midway through the first half of the concert, further confirming Routenberg's abilities- he is a superb accompanist."

-HILTON HEAD JAZZ SOCIETY/THE ISLAND PACKET- Louise Causey Lewis

"Routenberg creates true world music by using everything and the kitchen sink on Lots of Pulp."

-THE PALM BEACH POST- Bill Meredith

"For Miami composer Scott Routenberg, the world is his studio. His juicy music is so fresh, it'll fool ya."

-CITYLINK- Bob Weinberg

                       Citylink Magazine Cover, 2003                              Gainesville FL Jazz Festival Flyer, 2006