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Tom Hess " Kole is a highly creative multi-talented artist whose music continues to expand into new territories. I find myself repeatedly surprised at the variety of moods and ideas expressed. Highly self expressive, Kole’s music draws you into his world. Sometimes the music is fun, or thought provoking, or just something to relax to, but in any case, it’s always genuinely his!" Tom Hess Professional Musician, Composer, & Instructor
Walter Trout “When Kole picks up the guitar he plays each note with so much emotion and feeling. Two things that are often forgotten by many young musicians today, but not by Kole.”
Mike Philippov "Kole is definitely one of the most creative musicians I've ever met. His advanced knowledge of several different musical styles combined with his "outside the box" thinking allow him to compose original music in a genre that is uniquely his own. His positive mental attitude and leadership skills also make him a great person to work with when it comes to business matters. Without a doubt Kole will do great things in the music world!" Mike Philippov Professional Musician, Guitarist, and Instructor
"Kole is one of the hardest working, determined and knowledgeable individuals I have had the privilege of working with and becoming good friends with. His songwriting talents are incredible and he has the brilliant ability to truly express his emotions through his music. His guitar playing is of a very high caliber. On top of this, Kole has written some incredible articles that are perfect for guitarists and musicians who are looking for ways to advance themselves and their abilities. Keep doing what you are doing Kole, you rock bro!" Zack
Uidl
"Kole is a very versatile and creative musician/guitarist/composer that I know will establish a place for himself at the top of the music world." Riff Sorce Professional Musician and Guitarist
"Kole is the type of musician that when he plays his guitar, it seems as if he's playing with his heart and not the theory behind the music. His guitar playing has a touch that very few people have, it’s the type of playing where it can make a soul crumble to its little corner and be free. His song "Denial" is a perfect example of this. The way the notes sound, the Tone, the quality of the composition, the emotion he gives when he performs this piece is breathtaking! This is the type of piece that Segovia would be proud to hear. Kole, in his early 20's is a guitar player that is making some outstanding compositions and will make you listen to his music...with your heart. I am honored to know Kole and to be able to call him my friend." Sincerely, Oscar Ortega Professional Musician, Guitarist, Composer, and Instructor
Jonathan Vipond "Kole is one of those rare breed of musicians whose energy, desire and commitment are truly driving him to accomplish great things. Not only is he a very tasteful and skilled guitar player, singer and composer but also a key player in the projects I have been involved in with him. It is encouraging to see someone who has achieved so much in their time. I can only see this list of conquests growing." Jonathan Vipond Professional Guitarist http://www.myspace.com/impostorsuk
David Cardwell "Maturity is a word that comes to mind when I listen to Kole’s music. Although he is a very technically capable guitarist, expressive singer, and a well studied composer, his compositions are never mere demonstrations of technique or complexity. Thoughtful and emotional, Kole’s music, no matter what the style, is always precise and clear,never arbitrary or meaningless. Whether he is kicking your ass, or soothing your soul, Kole knows how to do it with finesse." David Cardwell Professional Musician and Guitarist
Grant Hatfield "Saying Kole is an excellent musician, is an understatement. His ability to express the emotional side of bands like Led Zeppelin and more modern Steve Vai and Yngwie Malmsteen all in the same song with such sincerity is truly amazing. He's also a great guy with a knack for making complex ideas seem simple." Grant Hatfield Professional Guitarist
''Kole is a great musician and guitar player with a real sense of music theory and composition. I'm really into his style and openness towards mixing different styles in his music. I'm excited to see what new stuff he will come out with too; and I know that with his ambition and drive...whatever he does will be completely high quality.'' Ysrafel Professional Guitarist and Musician
Tim Gibson "Kole has a great attitude and takes great initiative in paving the way to what should be a very successful career. His wide range of influences will help him create a unique sound.” Tim Gibson Professional Guitarist and Musician
Mark Carozza "Rarely do you find someone with so much talent in so many areas, but Kole is one of those exceptions. A great player, composer and teacher!" Mark Carozza Professional Guitarist, Instructor, and Bassist of Hess band
Bon Magno 'Kole is an awesome guitarist. I know he will grow to something that is going to rock this industry! His style is unique and his compositions are true to his own character. He always puts the music before anything else.' Bon Magno Guitarist Maurice Richard Love your music Kole. It's a breath of fresh air. It's a good reflection of the way you think which is much deeper than most older adults let alone young men of your age. One tune in particular, The Answer, is a great example of this. The serenity mixed in with the cutting edge and the total change of pace near the ending show that you are not the everyday single chord wonder. And the lyrics on top of that are excellent. Your music has some guts. Rock On!!"
Tyler Goyak "Kole is a truly talented and dedicated musician and songwriter. I'm very honored to have had the ability to work with him. His compositions flow with soul and emotion. Denial is one of my personal favorites. There is no doubt in my mind that he will achieve everything he sets out to do in music and in the music industry." Tyler
Goyak Randy Johnson "Kole is no doubt one of those musicians in love with the craft of making music. Already armed with some solid music credentials at the age of 20 it does not take one long to see that Kole has taken hold of many things musically and personally that some will never learn till much later in life, if ever. I have never told Kole this until now but his example as a musician has been a personal inspiration to me. It says "get off your can and GO GET IT!!!! LIVE IT!! LOVE IT!!! DO IT!!!" Thanks Kole for your contributions to the Hess forum. I personally like your discussions on music composition and your willingness to share and help others to find their own place in that subject. I am excited about your next step to continue your own music/creative education. I wish you the best and expect to see many more great things in your future." Randy Johnson Recording
Artist, Guitarist, Instructor
"Kole
may be a young guy, but that doesn't stop him from being a great musician
and composer. He has a highly developed sense of phrasing that many
guitar players simply don't have. His articles about Pre-Composition
have caused me to re-think many of the techniques I use as a composer,
and I've already noticed greater efficiency during the writing process
since applying his concepts. I recently heard one of his songs, and
I literally listened to it over Ben Johnson Guitarist and Composer
Ryan Snyder "My beginning guitar experience would not have been anything as it was had I not taken lessons with Kole. I progressed far more than I ever could have on my own or than I had thought I would with an instructor. As a complete beginner and a slow learner I did not put high expectations on learning much and grasping less. However, each lesson was basic enough to understand yet raised the bar enough to make progress. Kole was very down to earth and easy to ask questions to. If a time did arise when I didn’t understand completely, I felt no discomfort in asking. I would not be as far along as I am now without Kole’s help, and I may not have even stuck with guitar." Ryan
Snyder
Angel Zamora "Kole is a dedicated musician in many ways, not easy to find people like him. A real hard-worker to his art." Angel Zamora Professional Guitarist and Musician
Alex Boccia "Kole has a style unlike anyone else. By that I mean in his teaching and his music. His teaching is unique and is taught from an angle you won't get from anybody else. He digs very deep into his musical ideas and what he comes out with, is something unlike anything you've heard before. Expressive, detailed, and captivating; you need to listen to his music more than once or else you haven't heard all there is to hear!" Alex Boccia Guitarist of Old Ironsides http://www.oldironsidesmusic.com
Trevor Darmody "I came across Kole for the first time this year, and I have to say that I was VERY impressed by the diversity in his music. He can charm you with a soft classical piece and then follow it up with powerful energetic electric guitar solo. Overall, Kole is a must see/hear, and a nice guy too!" Trevor Darmody Professional
Guitarist and Instructor
John Warner "Taking lessons with Kole opened my eyes to all the possibilities on a guitar. His open mindedness towards playing and mixing different genres helped me realize that there are no boundaries in music. I had a decent musical background going into the lessons, but Kole's unique way of explaining concepts helped me learn much more than I ever have in the past. Kole was very easy to get along with and I felt no discomfort when asking him questions." John Warner Student/Guitarist |
