Reviews Of Ray's MUSIC

In concert with David Hirschfelder

"Pereira played the role of rhythmic guardian angel. His magical hands gliding over the rhythms of five continents with graceful distinction"

Herald-Sun

"Ray has been instrumental in establishing the foundation for West African percussion in Australia and played a pioneering role in introducing African rhythms to the wider community through live performances and running workshops around the country."

Stani Goma
Presenter and producer of Flight 1067 to Africa on PBS

"I have chosen to use Ray on a variety of projects because he is a great one for being able to interpret what I am trying to communicate in simple non technical terms.

He is always ready to suggest interesting musical scenarios and diversions which is one of the things that makes him an exciting musician to work with. There is something both sympathetic to traditional music and excitingly experimental about his playing that I find invigorating.

His extensive knowledge of traditional instrumentation and music, and willingness to share this on an artistic and personal level is one of the things that makes doing a session with him something to look forward to on any project."

Mick Thomas
Composer, Singer Songwriter – Weddings Parties Anything

In concert with Kate Ceberano
"The highlight of the night was a solo by percussionist extraordinaire Ray Pereira."

Adelaide Advertiser

Review of The Calling with Adam Simmons
"In the opening piece, The Calling, Ray Pereira (djembe, conga, dundun) and Kanchana Karuntaratna (gata bera, thammattama) provide a virtuosic spectacle that varies in tempo and intensity, competition and congruence.

These two musicians who form The Afro-Lankan Drumming System are serious and exuberant as they converse via their instruments, displaying lightness and rapidity, dexterity and finesse. It is hard not to be mesmerised."

Roger Mitchell
Aust Jazz Blog

School Workshop
"Ray’s workshops are a pleasure, a very skilled musician and able to work on all levels of people's ability, a fantastic, fun day for my choirs and Drum groups."

Stella Savy
Vocal Coach – Sweet Mona’s Choir

School Workshop
"Thanks again for another outstanding workshop. The students were buzzing afterwards – it was a great way to start off the tour. I look forward to the next tour, where we hope we can book you again."

Jason Bancroft Drama
Co-coordinator Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School, WA

"Captivating and cross-cultural with its blending of jazz, Asian and African sounds ... In an age where so many albums have a sameness about them, this one is a refreshing gem. ★★★★ "
Leon GettlerThe Age, Green Guide 9 August 2007
"A mixed marriage of unprecedented success! While the thought of fusing African and Vietnamese music may appear unusual, the result is one of the most compelling releases of 2007. ★★★★★ " - Way Out West CD
Peter Wockner ABC Limelight Magazine October 2007
"Way Out West is a long-standing Melbourne-based outfit led by trumpeter Peter Knight that has experimented with Asian and West-African rhythms and instruments to create a sort of "world-beat" jazz style characterized by trance-inducing grooves propelled by layered hand-drums and open-ended blowing.

Pereira’s exuberant playing transforms straightforward themes and harmonies into alpha-wave-inducing experiences, especially when he duets with fellow 'Afro Lankan' (their term) drummer Kanchana Karunaratna on 'Anthony Blaise'."
New York City Jazz Record, April 2017
"Pereira and drummer James McLean enjoyed a thrilling dialogue on Knight’s Anthony Blaise, the former generating call-and-response motifs between his popping djembe and deeper congas."
Review of Way Out West performance, SMH Aug 2017Sydney Morning Herald, August 2017
"Truly one of the highlights of the day, the Melbourne-based group managed to combine different styles seamlessly, succeeding where so many other world music fusion groups fail."
Vancouver Sun, June 2008
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