When it comes to music, Darrell is extraordinarily versatile. As a choral conductor, he is clear, confident and creates both a fun and focused atmosphere in rehearsals. As a performer, Darrell has an absolutely beautiful voice, and a remarkable stage presence that shines in a variety of genres. Darrell is an absolute pleasure to work with, both as an educator and an artist. Highly recommended!
Darrell is one of the most talented choral conductors I have worked with -- sensitive to the needs and talents of the choristers and to the demands of the music. Somehow he keeps it all lighthearted. Rehearsals don't seem like hard work.
Darrell has the patience of Job, he’s incredibly professional in his interactions with his clients and equally as personable. Not always easy. As a vocal coach, he’s also quick to identify how to improve your singing technique without making it sound like a criticism. He’s likeable and I highly recommend him.
Darrell is a wonderful voice coach. While a serious professional, he brings humour and, for those of us that need it, compassion to his classes. He is encouraging, supportive and funny, and clearly enjoys what he does. We are lucky to have him in Kingston!
If you’re looking for a stellar collaborator, interlocutor, and performer—a consummate professional at every turn—Darrell is your guy
Darrell related extremely well to the students and covered the material competently and with musicality. This would amount to little if he did not have such an easy manner in dealing with staff and students and the ability to teach children… I cannot over-emphasise the value Darrell has been to the school and especially our department.
