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Hello Ann, I'm really enjoying the Dream Aria CD very much! Keep up the good work . Just keep on what you're doing. I hope there will be more Dream Aria and/or Ann Burstyn recordings! Just so you know, I will be revieiwng the Dream Aria cd in late April so expect some positive words from me by then ;-) I will also be telling close friends about Dream Aria and how very good the music is. I think fans of the modern female fronted bands such as Mostly Autumn, Lana Lane, White Willow, and so many others would love Dream Aria. Best Wishes, Ron Fuchs Reviewer for www.prognaut.com - "Progressive music CD & DVD reviews from a fan's perspective"

-Hi, Ann! I am very interested in the radio stations that are playing your music and I'd like to get your music heard by even more. I had a chance to listen to the rest of your CD and I was totally blown away. I would really like to work with you. Mark Staudte Marketing Director FLIGHT VALKYRIE

This is great Ann!!!I I must say when Julia and I listened to your singing the first time on the internet we both agree that you are going to make it. I am truly very happy for you. Vodeck

This is GREAT Ann! Congratulations! I had a short listen to them when you sent your last email...great stuff!! Almost like a fusion of East and West... very very unusual! Keep up the good work! Ravi Niles

hello - cindy here from radio volta.we would be very interested in receiving your music and putting the CD in the station for airplay.look forward to hearing it and playing it !! cindy new musicradiovolta.org.

SPIRIT - Dream Aria Thanks for the album, Don. We particularly love the bagpipes on this track and I've passed the disc to Rab Wallace (Principal of the College of Piping here in Glasgow) who hosts our weekly piping show. Keep the music alive. Best regards TONY CURRIE, http://www.radiosix.com 5,105kHz daily to the US, Canada, South America and western Europe

Ann Rocks! Another song from one of my favorite bands in the Indie scence. Ann probably is the greatest Prog Rock lady after Annie Haslam. Excellent music, this band MUST be listened to by everyone! Paulnery from MIXPOSURE.com

Hi Ann, I looked at both of your sites and I must say that you're very talented and creative. Your music is absolutely amazing, very different, I love the middle eastern twist! Dorota www.dorotabuczel.com

Hiya, I loved your music-such variety!! It is a blend- and so well done . Unlike so many other bands, you are not guilty of mindless repetition (thank God!). The dreamy feel of your music and the vocals are great! I also like the mixture of different world styles. I really should stop now before I embarass myself by gushing too much. By the by I like the two "In the wake" songs. They compliment each other perfectly! Well, this is a start! I've never emailed anyone from Canada before. I'm from Northern Ireland, near Belfast. I'm going to have to bookmark your site now!! Have you ever been to the UK to play? Laura

I'd love to do an interview with you, Don and the other guys in Dream Aria -- nothing formal -- just a few folks talking about music, a band and life. We'll air that with a full feature on the band and giveaway of the CD's you signed. Sounds good? Cheers! Kenny Swiss Navy Productions Management, Representation And Media Relations For The Independent Music World www.SwissNavyProductions.com Kenneth L. Solomon President

OH MY GOD! Ann Burstyn! How the hell are you?! What a voice you have...can you ever sing girl! Damn! Jay Bodner of Eagle & Hawk band

Ann you have a hauntingly, beautiful voice. After listening to the CD a few times now (and changing favorties a couple of times) I think I can honestly say the first song to go on is Raindrops, unless either of you have any objections. I don't know what it is about that song, but it just got to me. They all got to me, but that one, for now....I can't stop listening to it! Feel free to e-mail me anytime. As I've told Don, you can locate the show on the internet on www.cyberstationusa.com. Just click ON AIR and then PLAY. You may have to download their media player but it's free and quick. I strongly suggested he tune in next Tuesday @ 8:00 pm EST as that is when Dream Aria will be debuting. I don't know if you've been on air before or not, so I'll t ry to do justice to the beauty of the art, but I just really never know wht's going to come out of my mouth........ ;) All my best, Evie G, The Trigger Hippie

Hi Ann. We LOVE the Dream Aria album and would like to work up a feature on it and include an interview with you. One of my colleagues mentioned your project and suggested I make contact with you regarding a review of your album and perhaps a more indepth article on you and your music. I am writing as editor in chief of Musical Discoveries, a publication specializing in reviews of music featuring female vocalists. A short description of our publication is presented below. We hope to hear from you soon. Thanks Russ. Russell W Elliot, Editor-in-Chief musical discoveries endicott, new york UNITED STATES web: http://www.musicaldiscoveries.com

Greetings Ann, I put a link to the two sites you sent me and did a short write up about you. I'm really impressed with all the work you're doing! I hope this brings you some visitors and some much deserved attention. The music on your site is awesome. I'd be more than glad to give you a push. If you're willing to send me some cool photos (or give me permission to pick the best ones), and also send me a short bio with site links, I'll put you on the Toxic Goddess Hall of Fame this weekend! I'll also mention you on my home page. How does that sound? I'm looking forward to hearing from you.Dream hard, -Dirk The Beefboy www.toxicgoddess.com

Would like to know when you decide to play out. From the few minutes I have spent listening to your music, I can honestly say that you have my attention. Ben Steimle http://www.fuelmypain.com

Thanks Don, the cd is incredible! It sounds and looks like everyone involved put their heart into it. I will pass it on to my Program Director. Maybe he'll give it a spin. Hollie

Your website looks amazing, you've accomplished soooooooo much (you should be proud)......i don't even know where to start!? checked-out both sites!.....very, very cool! I can't believe i didn't say anything about "your looks"-----i'm not gonna lie, that was obviously that first thing i looked at & it put a smile on my face!!!---you look awesome! Ed Kosa of Devoid Noise

Ann! Thanks for the record! I had to listen to it with both ears 100% coz what a special album you´ve made! Anyway,the review is online at www.melodic.net. Webmaster Johan will put up a cover soon. I will also put up the review on my website http://riffz.rules.it. Good luck with your cool style of music. Kaj Roth

Hi Ann. I see the Renaissance community has discovered Dream Aria. As well they should! How is the interview coming? Don't forget the photos ...Best regards, Russ, Russell W Elliot, Editor-in-Chief musical discoveries web: http://www.musicaldiscoveries.com

CurtSeiss wrote: Hello Don, thanks for sending the link to your site -- good music!

Hi Don, Just so you know you haven't been forgotten! I've got your album through Kenny. Wade tells me its good. Thanks for working with PSR, Tina

Dear Don, I was forwarded your message by our webmistress. Of course I'd be more than happy to receive and review your new album. The good news is that I'll start my radioshow On The Rocks again as if 27th march. More news on my upcoming site www.boborocks.be (not working yet) soon ! john 'bo bo' bollenberg John Bo Bo Bollenberg , Heideroosstraat ,Brugge

Hi Don, Thanks for the CD. Sungoddess will air tonight March 6 between 21.00 - 22.00 hrs CET (that is GMT+1). Go to www.symfozone.com and click the 'live stream' link. Dream Aria is scheduled around 21.20 hrs. I am planning to play lots more from this CD over the coming weeks! Cheers, Jos Heijmans - SymfoZone, Stadsradio Nijmegen, Holland

Hi, I'm writing to you as a representative from the student radio station Purple Fm from Durham University after receiving your details from Aibhert Boakye, the Student Radio Association's music officer. I'm working in the position of assitant head of music, basically co-ordinating a variety of specialist DJ's i work with would love to hear from Dream Aria & give them some promotion on the radio. Cheers, Ellie x , Purple Radio, Durham University Dunelm House, New Elvet, Durham .

Hi Don, thanks for your email. Is it possible to get an MP3 copy of Promise? I'd like to play that one on our show, unless there's another track you'd prefer I preview and use? Hopefully the exposure will bring a few more fans to your site. Our playlists are posted on our site, complete with links back to the artist site. Thanks Don !! Rob, The West Coast Show http://members.shaw.ca/thewestcoastshow .

Tell Don that if by any chance you guys ever make it down to this area, I could get you solid gigs opening up for local bands with draw power; not only here, but St. Louis, Kansas City, Tulsa and Oklahoma City.)I know bands that would just love to trade shows with you.(I'm sure that would be a long range plan, but it's something to think about.) Have a wonderful weekend and hope to hear from Don shortly. Best, Mark Staudte.

Hello Don, i must say Wow. It has been a while since i've heard anything this kool. I am very interested in your bands work and i'm sure the Dj's here at WSIA would enjoy it too. You can send us a copy at 2800 Victory Blvd. SI, NY . I look forward to hearing from Dream Aria soon.

Hi Ann, Thanks for the email. I am definitely interested in stocking/promoting your music through Sonic Empire Music. Could you please first send a copy of the CD to the address below? I look forward to hearing it. Best, Chris Jamele, Headquake Music / Sonic Empire Music, 3440 El Camino Real #312, Santa Clara, CA , EM: Headquake77@aol.com EM: service@sonicempiremusic.com

Hi Don, Thanks for getting in touch with me - I liked what I heard on your web site -- please send me a CD for airplay on my show! Laura Wilson, Watertown, MA I look forward to getting your CD, and playing it on my show - ! Thanks again - and keep in touch! Laura

Ann, Just a note to say I ordered a copy of your CD on line and ive taken the liberty to add a link to your site. Best of luck with the new work.It really is delicious. Take care and all the best with your new ventures. And as always stay creative, Bob Bulldog Enterprises.

Clyde Clifford wrote: Got it, playing it. CC beakerstreet. Magic 105 , Little Rock, AR

I listened to your band 's music. It sounds quite professional, and very good. Mike ,recordhall.com .

BenT Music wrote: Well hello there Don, we are interested in distributing Dream Aria's music. For more contact me directly. T. De La Comte, BenT Music, Toronto, ON www.bentmusic.ca .

DJ Nave wrote: DON: sorry for not getting back to you sooner. thanks for being willing to send me a cd
Tampa, FL Thanks again for the CD Evan.

From: Carl McColman , I'd love to hear the CD. You can send it to Carl McColman, Clarkston, GA USA.
Cheers, Carl

Ann! How R U? Well I hope. I sent your finished review in Friday and don't know yet when It'll be posted but best bet within ten days at www.about.com/dancemusic. ...it is interesting listening, yet moody...a couple of my friends back home in NYC feel it is the next big thing. just "google" my name and get links to the site as well as me bio, 'mon

bonne chance! Stay in touch, pls. One love, Jimi Bruce.

Hi Ann: I like Bill Leeb And Rhys Fulbers band Delerium and whilst surfing for familiar music I came across Odanata.I Emailed Don Stagg who told me the new band Dream Aria had the,to be released,CD music on the site.Liked the site,it was user friendly for playing the sample tracks,unlike some sites that can be a nightmare.Say hello to Don for me. Bye, Jeff Thomas.

Hi Ann: I'd be interested in having a copy of your new album, if you wouldn't mind sending it to me! Let me know if that's possible, and I'll send my address. A very happy new year to you, and it seems, a prosperous one if your album sells well! Shirl x , England, UK

Hi Ann, I'm Chip, from the two Glenn Hughes sites. I listened to your music clips on your site a few weeks ago and really liked them. I'd like to take you up on your offer for a copy of the CD. Chip Charlton, Phoenix, Arizona.

Hi Ann, Congratulations on the release of the new Dream Aria disc! I saw your notice on the Glenn Hughes forums, and I'd like a copy, if you have one to spare. I'll be happy to review it on my Fuze site. You can have a look at The Fuze at: www.the-fuze.com. Thanks, and good luck! Cheers..Todd Seely THE FUZE, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA.

Look forward to hearing your cd upon arrival to the station - i'll def play a track on my program. I also enjoyed your art on your site as well --- keep doing it! Til then - ciao. :) amandasdreamscape.com .

Hi guys, Like the songs on new CD. Got the link to your site from the Glenn Hughes fan forum. Could you tell me the cost inc. shipping to send to UK, Regards and good luck , Mark Jones

Could you send me a copy of your music? I am able to get new music play on the University of Surrey's student radio station GU2, and can also pass it on to various local venues who might just book you! Jeremy Muscat, Woking, Surrey. Look forward to hearing from you.

Jez

Hello Ann. May I please introduce myself (I picked up on your melodicrock.com posting and have looked at the your own and Dream Aria's web sites. The band and its music sounds very interesting. As you will see, I write for various magazines here in Britain, but prodominantly FIREWORKS (see links on Melodicrock.com) and which appears approximately bi-monthly. My contributions for the next edition (February/March 2005) are being completed today for passing to the Editor . However, if you would like to consider myself as the person to entrust with reviewing 'In The Wake' for publication in the following edition of the magazine, then I would be pleased to attempt this. You should send any promotional material and a copy of the CD to my UK address as on the card shown on the attached document. It is, of course, possible that the magazine could publish an article about Dream Aria in the same edition of the magazine - though this is not something that I am personally in a position to promise to you. Let's take one step at a time. If you would like to ask me any questions about this, or about my writings, please do not hesitate to contact me. In any case I would welcome a reply to this email, Ann, so that I can continue to plan my assignments for the next issue of Fireworks accordingly. Meanwhile, I must go and complete the writing of my final CD review for the next issue ("All the Sinners" by Forgotten Tales - a Canadian band of whom you may have heard?) With all best wishes, Paul Jerome Smith.

hello, the dream aria project sounds great. i am a producer and composer from winnipeg too. don told me to get a hold of you to see if you are interested in doing any projects whether they be funk or dance(euro style) or plain chill and ambient. ive had plenty releases already thru armada, made in england and somtic sense and if we are willing can prolly get seom vocal releases out for sure. info@alucard.ca .

My Adress If you could send! me CD Of Dream Aria, I would Really be glad to have Autograph on that cd. Latvia, Riga. Astrida Upite . Thnx A Lot. Magical from GH forum.

Hi Ann. You should be hearing from my pal Russ Elliot, who lives in the USA and runs a website called MUSICAL DISCOVERIES. Look it up...it focuses upon female artists and bands fronted by female singers. He will do a wonderful bit of promotion for you, I am quite sure. I will await the arrival of your CD with great interest. Thank you for sending this to me. It sounds very interesting - and quite possibly "different" - which I like! All best wishes, Paul Jerome Smith.

Dear Ann, I visited both your website and the Dream Aria page. I am very impressed with your music and your look. I think you are a very marketable performer. There are several ways we could work together. I would be interested in putting together for you(and/or your band) a compilation CD of songs that best fit with the mission of Amethyst Records. Take care, DaPrez - Amethyst Records. ECDaddy

Dear Ann: My name is Bill Arnovich, Founder of Arnovich Music Media, a unique music pr and marketing company based in Minneapolis.

I Would be interested in giving your record a listen. I secure media opportunities, gear endorsements, and tour sponsorships for established and emerging artists. I have over 30 years of proven experience and currently handle JOEY MOLLAND/BADFINGER, RANDY JACKSON of ZEBRA, LARRY HOPPEN of ORLEANS, ROCKFORD and Rock n Roll Hall of Famer CARMINE APPICE and a handful of emerging bands of styles of music not just Rock n Roll. Please let me know. Bill Arnovich Arnovich Music Media

USA

by LEXZ

1/21/2005

DREAM ARIA - a band with "Promise"

These are probably the best lyrics of the songs I have heard from Dream Aria.

The band is very strong - as always.
Every track is supremely professional, and the vocals are out of this world.

Tight production work here as well.

Reviewed by: paulnery

1/18/2005

Amazing

Wonderful vocals, great music...an amazing band, original sound ( specially "Blue lady").
Lots of good things mixed in a blender... very well produced.
Congrats guys!

Production
10

Song structure
10

Originality
10

Talent:
10

by TranZient 1/26/2005

Soulful

A well wrought ballad number sure to hit where the heart is. Vocals and vocal harmonies are honest and rich, while piano rhythms drive the song and almost bluesy guitars peak the emotion.

Top quality stuff... 9 1/2

~T~

Production:

10
Originality:
9

Structure:
9
Talent:
10

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