-The London Daily Mail
“The world’s great saxophone virtuoso.”
-The Washington Post
“A performance that might exhaust one’s supply of superlatives.”
-The New York Times
“With his genial commentary and virtuoso performing talents, Mr. Houlik could probably convince any doubter that the saxophone deserves a prominent place in any concertgoer’s heart.”
-Chengdu Evening News (China)
“James Houlik gave a brilliant performance. His deep, rich, tone was combined with musical vigor and virtuosity”
-New York Magazine
“Houlik is a genuinely brilliant player.”
-Arnemse Courant, The Netherlands
“Houlik played fabulously.”
-Chicago Sun-Times
“Saxophonist Sparkles … Formidable Virtuosity and a penetrating and full tone.”
-Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
“Tenor Saxophonist James Houlik proved to be a brilliant instrumentalist, producing rivers of big rich sound.”
-New York Newsday
“James Houlik played with great sweetness, a lyrical outpouring of melody.”
-Hudebni rozhledy (Prague)
“American Saxophonist and Prague Radio Orchestra… Houlik had an extremely “velvety” and round tone, and he was impressive for his superb virtuosity… supreme technique and arched cantilenas.”
-The Commercial Appeal, Memphis, TN
“Sax player high point of symphony concert … dazzled the audience with his fluid fingerwork and velvet tone.”
-The News and Courier, Charleston, SC
“James Houlik gave a brilliant recital … liquid, golden tone and superb virtuosity.”