Search - Laura Siersema :: When I Left Loss

"Laura Siersema sets the stage for an intimate conversation with her listener. Her rolling, romantic piano playing underscores the carefully considered stories she sings. Most of the 20 selections are accompanied only by piano, uncluttered arrangements leaving plenty of room to appreciate her considerable skills as a wordsmith and lyricist, and creating a lovely mood of contemplation, a seamless blend of folk songs and original comopositions. Her style is sometimes jazz, sometimes classical, but always lulling, graceful and sincere. (Holbrook, Jamaica Plain Arts News) Spoken word pieces lend a riveting, personal touch and at times cut so deep the hair on the listener's skin goes on end. (Josh Shear, Chicopee Herald) This is an album to be actively listened to, an excellent choice for those who like singer/songwriters. (Rebecca Swain, Folk Tales)