Customer Testimonials
We have had nothing but satisfied customers, and we've been running our successful Internet business since 1997. Below are some customer testimonials.
To my customers, my fans, my friends: Whenever I feel a little down, I read this page! The people that have purchased my music from this web site are among some of the most beautiful, spiritually elevated human beings I have ever had the pleasure to know. Most I have never formally met, but their souls and mine are joined by this Music and the love that inspires it. I stand in the shadow of giants, and I share this gift from the Universe openly and with reverence and humility. This is more than a job to me. It is a mission, and one I'm deeply blessed to follow. Thank you all so very much for the incredible support. - Jessica Williams
Emails about my Music and my business:
Date: Mar 6, 2008 - Dear Jessica, the two cds [Tatum's Ultimatum & Jessica plays for Lovers] ordered on 28/03/08 arrived yesterday [05/03/08] severn days later many thanks for processing the order so expeditiously. The two cds are superb and give us much joy. With affection and best wishes, N ___
Date: Jan 22, 2008 - Jessica, You are such a beautiful person, not to mention my absolute favorite living piano player. When I hear someone so accomplished, talented, and skilled as you are, it just gives me peace. (And makes me quite jealous, I admit!) I just bought a wonderful cd, and you sent me a second which is equally wonderful. Thank you so much for your generosity. I wish you continued success. - G ___ B ___
Date: Jan 16, 2008 - Dear Jessica, Thank you so much for coming to the UK last year – I saw you at the Brecon Jazz Festival, and can say that it was the best concert I have ever been to. At one point (one of the Coltrane pieces) I found I had big fat tears running down my face, not that the music made me sad, but it was the emotion your playing conveys. Thanks once more. R ___ P___
Date: Dec 12, 2007 - Hi Jessica, Thank you for the discs. I have to tell you, I received seven discs... I thought I purchased six (one was free). The first disc I am listening to is Fantasias and Adagios. What an incredible beautiful disc. When I first listened to Love and Hate it caught me by surprise actually brought tears to my eyes, this disc has the same affect on me. What a special gift you have. Happy holidays to you, Robert ___
Date: Oct 26, 2007 - Hi Jessica, It was a pleasure listening to you and having the opportunity to speak with you after the performance. Actually, I thought I was going to the Barry Harris concert and didn't realize that you were to perform until I got to the door! I had attended the Henry Butler, Omar Sosa, Andy Bey, Kenny Baron and Randy Weston concerts prior to seeing yours, and consider my discovery of your music another jewel in that crown. Hope it's warm in the UK! Sincerely, Elmer ___
Date: Oct 22, 2007 - BRAVO Jessica! Wow, that WAS fun and it was GREAT!!! You are so much to take in... so much to give the world. Such beautiful music poured through you... We were sitting in front of you off stage. Johnny and Clipper and Overton. We were all so stuck, laughing and saying "oh my gosh - ohhh - wow - ohhh - wow" and Overton kept slapping his head. It was great. I'll never forget it. The piano loves you, Jessica! It was incredible. Before my thoughts departed, I remember thinking "how is this possible?" You ARE a musical miracle!! The amazing contrapuntal style! The Gould influence! The Japanese folk song, the different textures the colors, and you kept sweeping us away... really fantastic. Thank you for everything! You certainly gave us an unforgettable evening! - Maureen ___
Date: Oct 26, 2007 - Thanks a lot for coming to NC. The concert at Duke was spectacular! I don't think even Keith Jarrett can play so melodically inside the piano and on the wood. That may make you the greatest living jazz pianist! I've loved the last few recordings. Great sound in addition to great music. Thanks for producing so much beautiful music and spreading it around. I always feel good when I listen to your discs! - Alan ___
Date: Oct 27, 2007 - Namaste. What an evening. Exclambastions! So many masters were inside of your mastery, and getting out in that space to play. Our eight year old grandson was there. While you played "Monks Hat" I looked down to see him propped on our son, but still wide awake. Sam was keeping up with the music by circling his index finger round and round. It don't get no better. Warmly, Mel ___
Date: Oct 29, 2007 - Hello Jessica, The CDs came, thank you. I really like "Tatum's Ultimatum", full of delights and surprises! The gathering around us, friends and other folk, at the Barry Harris concert, the final concert at Duke, all agreed they liked the six weeks of Monk and liked all the performers and, get this, they said if there was only one concert they could have attended it would have been the Jessica Williams evening! - All the best from Barney ___
Date: Nov 1, 2007 - Jessica, I wanted to write you directly and thank you again for the bonus cd... what a great surprise! Listened to "As Time Goes By" last night and it's terrific. You give me chills & "goosebumps". When I first heard you I could not believe what you were doing - how you have been influenced by others but play so many styles and the beauty & warmth comes through. I hear Monk & Garner a lot but your playing is all your own & so unique (I can't tolerate jazz that is chaotic and in my view schizophrenic) - I just love your approach & there's so much in this music, from Dexter, Dave Mckenna, Flanagan, Evans, Kenny Barron...it's all so wonderful! Frank ___
Date: Nov 12, 2007 - Dear Ms. Williams, I just wanted you to know that I received the Miles Davis cds and your gift (Jessica Plays for Lovers). They are wonderful. Again, thank you for your generosity and your artistry! I hope you will return to North Carolina soon. - Kent ___
Date: Jun 17, 2007 - Dear Jessica, I received the package with the CDs. Thank you for the very beautiful gift of music 'For John Coltrane'. Cheers, Greg ___
Date: Jun 10, 2007 - Hi Jessica, They say the necessities of life are air, water, shelter, etc. etc. etc. I say we need all of those things plus Live at Yoshi's vol 2. It's been well over one year and it's still in my car. When the world is crazy, the weather is rainy, and/or the radio stations are too redundant, that cd grounds me, brings me back to my peaceful center, and though I've listened to it countless times, I always, always hear a new phrase. I know, I know, we must get me some more of your music. - Loretta ___
Date: May 16, 2007 - Thank you so much for this CD, it is awesome. I got it in the mail yesterday and I have played it over and over. I love it, it is so beautiful. I can never thank you enough for all the wonderful music you have sent me. - Howard ___
Date: Apr 15, 2007 - Jessica, Every time I hear you play it makes me happy to be alive. I have many jazz recordings including about a dozen of yours. I find myself never going more than a couple of weeks without listening to one of your recordings. There is a simple reason for this ...your music has more feeling and emotion than anyone out there today! You are the BEST!!!! - Carl ___
Date: Mar 2, 2007 - Jessica, Thank you so much! The cd arrived Saturday along with your generous gift of the Billy Taylor tribute. I loved them both. I think your interpretation of The Very Thought of You is the best ANYONE has ever done. My wish is for your continued success, and you can bet I will spread the word on your enormous talent. - Gerry ___
Date: Mar 2, 2007 - Dear Jessica - After the last great batch of CDs, I came to the conclusion that you were at the top of your game and had reached a pinnacle. Well, you hadn't! RESOLUTION is one of the most brilliant, beautiful and affecting jazz albums I have ever heard - many, many congratulations! Best, as ever, Craig ___
Date: Feb 20, 2007 - I listen to your albums several times each week, and they always seem new and fresh, so full of wonderful ideas that I may never fully absorb them. I often feel I am listening to them for the first time, even though I've heard them many times. Your playing is a fantastic gift not only for you but for all of us. Best wishes. Tom ___
Date: January 15, 2007 - Hello. The CDs I ordered have arrived and I was really surprised to see a free CD! Many thanks for the gift and I'm looking forward to the experiences. Thanks again, Sonia ___
Date: January 14, 2007 - My wife and I discovered your music recently and we continue to listen and watch your performance of Love and Hate over and over (and over). Absolutely breathtaking and moving! We live in the Seattle area and look forward to your next visit to the area. - James ___
Date: January 10, 2007 - We count our many blessings, one of which is beautiful music like yours. Your music fills our house constantly. Thanks for that. Vicki ___
Date: January 9, 2007 - Dear Jessica, Just a short note to say thank you for the CDs which arrived in Sydney today (in 2 separated, labelled, bubble wrapped packages, one for me, one for my mother - so thoughtful). I've just raced upstairs to put on my (autographed - thanks for that too) copy of Volume 1 of the standards - and am enjoying listening while I type. I've just read your liner notes to Volume 2, and that says it all really. Musicians and comedians are among my heros too - and you are one amazing lady. Thank you very much - for sharing your music, your philosophy and your thoughtfulness. Cheers, Judith ___
Date: December 24, 2006 - Jessica, I thank you for the sounds you've given me. One solid year of listening to your CDs, almost obsessively, every time I drive my car (that's where I do my music listening) - Art ___
Date: December 14, 2006 - Dear Jessica, Thanks for your kind reply. I want to add that I truly regard you as one of the great inventive and elegant jazz pianists. As I listen to your recordings, I love the various improvisation you put so tastefully into your work. Your playing has influenced my own pianism in a helpful and most positive way. Our best wishes for a fine Christmas and a blessed New Year. - Rich ___
Date: January 14, 2007 - Your bond to Miles is palpable in your music. "It's Easy to Remember" played and I was struck by how much your intensely personal playing - on that particular song - reminded me of "In a Silent Way." ... Miles made you feel as if he was playing for you only, in the room with you ... Your playing made that same kind of connection for me this morning. Much appreciated. - Tom ___
Date: January 15, 2007 Hi Jessica - Your good life is the greatest triumph and we who listen are infinitely grateful. You really are a gift to a lot of belabored souls. Wahoo! Onward, Warren ___
Date: Fri,Sep 29, 2006 Hi Jessica - I received the CDs yesterday - many thanks and thanks for signing it - it makes it that more personal. I played Solo Compositions and was overwhelmed by the reverence and joy in your playing - the quality of the recorded sound is staggering (I am a bit of an audiophile) - why can't all CDs sound like this? And your playing is just beautiful - I am not very good at turning what I hear into words - can I just say this CD is love at first hearing - I will be playing it again tonight! Derek ___
Date: Sat, 29 Apr 2006 - Jessica, FYI the CDs arrived today. Pretty quick service considering how busy you must be getting them all mailed out. I played them all immediately - what better way to spend a rainy afternoon in the Seattle area? - and love them all. And I am really delighted with the cover work on the Standards albums. Elaine's photos and their layout are excellent and present a great feeling of joy and vitality. Peace, love, happiness, and everything good to you! Diane ___
Date: Tues Sept 5 2006 - Many thanks for the batch of CDs that arrived this AM - and especially for the signed free copy of BILLY'S THEME - as you may imagine, I had already purchased it, as I do each new album of yours. I was delighted when I first discovered your music. You are probably the unacknowledged real heir of Bill Evans. My great admiration and best regards - Craig ___,UK
Date: Mon, 12 Mar 2006 - I was at your March 10 Olympia performance. I don't know enough superlatives to describe how beautiful the music was. Thank you so much for sharing your gift with us. Don ___
Date: Mon, 13 Mar 2006 - You are marvellous, and I have discovered there are some more CDs I can buy from your website - and you deliver to Australia! I have very special memories of sitting next to my mother (who is the source of my love of music, a gifted player and first class lady) squeezing her hand and sighing together at the wonderful chords under Mood Indigo. - Judith ___
Date: Mon, 20 Mar 2006 - Dear Jessica, Your marvellous music arrived Down Under today (that's less than a week - amazing!). Thanks for the Coltrane bonus which is very generous (as are your postal rates noting what it actually cost you to ship the package to me!) Spoilt for choice, before starting to delve into the treasure that's arrived, I read all the liner notes and chose to start with "For Lovers" - because I like the idea of playing to feel warm and alive and whole. It really shows. What a gift. So, thanks - for your uplifting music, and your generosity. Cheers, Judith ___
Date: Sun, 1 Jan 2006 - Jessica, received your "Lovers" recording several days ago and I have to tell you how absolutely gorgeous it is...I think I first heard you on the Maybeck recording (I have a number of those) and I was really blown away by your style, your playing is so unique..."lovers" is my 12th recording of yours and I can tell you that it will go into my regular rotation that I bring to work. Most of my jazz heroes are gone...so it's hard to find musicians that I dig now...you are right there with the giants...#1 in my book...thank you for all the pleasure you have brought me...your music is incredible. Frank W ___
Date: Tue, 10 Jan 2006 - Hello, Jessica! Thank you for an amazing experience. Saturday would have been my mother's birthday. She's been gone for a long time now, tho she's always with me. And, sitting in the balcony, with your music washing over me, I closed my eyes and could feel my mother there next to me, savoring every note. Thanks, Jessica! Debbie V ___
Date: Wed, 14 Dec 2005 - I received them today. I am listening to "Live at Yoshi's" as I type. I enjoy it so much. Thank you for taking the time to sign the CD's. I am telling everyone I know to get you music. The world would be a better place if they did. You feel so upbeat when you hear it, no one would commit any crimes. Thanks again, Randy ___
Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 - How can I sit here and listen to your rendering of Bye Bye Blackbird on As Time goes By over and over again and not tell you how much I love your interpretation of one of my childhood favorites? Wow, it permeates my entire being. Thank you so much. Charlie ___
Date: Mon, 5 Dec 2005 - Jessica, I received the three CD's I ordered from you as Christmas gifts as well as an unexpected free CD. Jessica, you are the very Best! thanks, Bob ___
Date: Mon, 23 Jan 2006 - I bought a ton of your cds from you round Xmas 2004 on line from you. Am listening to Without Walls and it is tremendous. This bevy of CDs is truly extraordinary. Adrian E ___
Date: Fri, 24 Feb 2006 - I just arrived home after hearing your performance at Yoshi's. Magical, stunning, awe-inspiring, supremely human...it's late and I'm at a loss for words. Thank you, thank you, thank you. Best regards, David ___
Date: Sun, 13 Nov 2005 - Hello again, Jessica, I was very pleasantly surprised and pleased to hear from you personally. I so love your music. I seem to become totally absorbed in it. I can listen to 'The Nearness of You' over and over; it captures my soul. Peace to you - and may the very best that life has to offer come your way! Charlie ___
Date: Tue, 13 Dec 2005 - Jessica! I'm listening to your divine Coltrane Tribute right now! Thanks for sending it so fast. And personally! Can't get over that. Do you wrap and address your own mailings? You are soooo un commercial / American / fastlane / massmedia... it's so refreshing, and I hear it in your music each and every time. Don't ever change. Your message will outlive all the hype we live in. Now if only I could do what you do with a whole-tone scale there would be world peace. Thanks again. Have a beautiful harmonius creative rewarding Holiday. - Tom ___
Date: Fri, 9 Dec 2005 - Dear Jessica, I'm planning to order two other cd (Maybeck 2001 and It's Jessica's Time) in addition to the other album. What would be the total amount in this case? I'm ordering from Sweden. Thank you for your impeccable customer service and - most of all - your wonderful music! All the best, Leif ___
Date: Tue, 6 Dec 2005 - Dear Jessica, Happy Holidays to you. I have a great deal of respect for your work. I must say I love the way you play jazz piano more than any other player. One or more of your CD’s is always in my 5-disc CD player. I would love to see you play. And please think of us fans as family - we feel connected through your music. Thank you for the wonderful music. - Ken ___
Date: November 19, 2005 - How can I sit here and listen to your rendering of Bye Bye Blackbird over and over again and not tell you how much I love your interpretation of one of my childhood favorites? Wow -- it permeates my entire being. Thank you so much. - C ___ A ___
Date: November 19, 2005 - I've been writing about jazz for years now. But this time I'm not writing as a jazz critic, but rather as a fan. In my opinion, this woman is an outstanding artist - not to mention one of best I've heard in years. In her hands, jazz is not merely jazz, but something else. You can say it is what Charles Mingus called "classical music with a lot soul." - Elisio ___
Date: November 19, 2005 - Dear Jessica, I am enjoying immensely my latest batch of your CD's and I thank you for sending me a bonus CD Plays For Lovers. Peace and happiness - Dave ___
Date: November 20, 2005 - Dear Jessica - Thank you very much for sending In the Key of Monk and In Victoria to my daughter Cheryl in Detroit. They are a Christmas present for me and she very kindly said that she would try to contact you and obtain them for me. She was, and so am I, very appreciative of your very friendly and helpful e-mails. It is so nice to receive such a kind response from such an eminent artist as yourself. Many thanks again for your help, I have never had the good fortune of seeing you in a live concert but maybe if you come to the UK again I will be able to do so. Take care , John ___
Date: November 28, 2005 - Dear Jessica, I have received and listened to the CDs that I ordered recently and I want to send you a note of appreciation. I love all kinds of music; this is what feeds my soul more than anything else in this world, and I must say, my soul certainly likes dining at your gourmet restaurant. Incidentally, thanks for the extra, the surprise CD. Hope to hear you in person in January at the Triple Door - Diane ___
Date: Thu, 17 Nov 2005 - The Cds arrived today - 2-day service from California! I'm very impressed with how you packed them and the overall ordering experience. Now to get them all on my Ipod - immediately! Thank you very much for the gift of Now!!! I had already selected this one for my next order. I appreciate your generosity - C___ (I also just noticed the discount - 12 Cds for the price of 11, plus the gift. Thank you! I enjoy doing business with you!
Date: Wed, 09 Mar 2005; Dear Jessica, I received the four cds yesterday. Thank you again for your care and generosity. Right now I'm listening to 'The Creator Has a Master Plan' from Live! At Maybeck. So incredibly beautiful, and so true. I'll be buying a couple more of these for gifts. With gratitude, George S ___
Date: Aug 26 2005 10:22 - Dear Jessica, I received my order of CDs yesterday and just wanted to thank you for your speedy response to my order. Sweet and Lovely is a special favourite already - many thanks yet again. - Paul ___
Date: Thu, 9 Jun 2005; Hi! Jessica, thank you for signed copy of cd As Time Goes By and also for free gift cd JW plays for lovers. That is so generous of you. I agree entirely with your philosophy on life. To play piano as wonderful as you do must be one of the greatest gifts a person could possess. I look forward to many hours of enjoyable listening to your piano playing. Best Regards, Cathal ____, Ireland
Date: Fri, 07 Oct 2005 Hello Jessica- I am so very pleased with the recordings you've sent me via my order recently. I heard a piece by you on one of our local stations, and while listening felt 'who the heck is THAT!?' I found your web site. I ordered all the titles of your work that I could afford! I just received the very precious package yesterday night - I have been listening to your performances since then! You have offered the world FABULOUS music, technique, virtuoso, wide grasp of the jazz idiom, color, skill, senstivity, breadth of knowledge of the genre, beauty, grace, power in the touch, intellect, etc. Thank you so very much for bringing your talent to the world, and of course to me. I love your music. I wish you many, many more years of health and artristry. Take good care. Marilyn M__
Date: Wed, 4 May 2005; Jessica, I am enjoying your CD's so much and what a delight to receive NOW!!! too. Thank you again for your response... you are an inspiration. Your happy fan, Elise ____, Florida
Date: Sept 3, 2005 - Hello Jessica, Thank you for the extremely quick delivery of my order. Your Red and Blue records are a fantastic product. Knowing all the money goes to the artist herself pleases me very much. Thank You - Doug ___
Date: Tue, 13 Apr 2004 - Jessica, I really love the 3 cds I just purchased from your site. Blue Tuesday is a phenomenal album, sensitive and personal. I was blown away after listening to the first cut, Toshiko, and haven't taken the cd out of my player for 4 days. This is incredible music! Thank you, Jessica, for bringing such beautiful music into my life. -Al W___
Date: Dec 14, 2004 - Dear Jessica- Your service is usually exceptional but I didn't expect such a lightning response at this time of year! (Christmas) Personal, too. - Ritsuko ___
Date: Jan 24 2005: I would love to have Jessica sign the CD's. I am looking forward to hearing them and adding them to my Jessica collection. Keep up the fantastic musical standard! - Brian H____ in the UK
Date: Oct 4, 2004 - Jessica, Thank you! I must say I am more than surprised at the personal note from you! Your music never ceases to astound me. I was describing your music yesterday to a co-worker as 'Art Tatum like arpeggios, with astounding technical ability' - that is the closest to describing someone who stands alone'. Best regards, Michael ___
Date: Jun 12 2002 - I would also like to thank all the other people concerned with getting the CDs off to me, what a service, they arrived on the following Friday, packed with care, at 8am our time. I make that four working days, how do you do it!!, I cant get an airmail letter from Seattle that quick. thank you very much indeed. Enjoyed your playing immensely, as always. Once more let me thank you all most sincerely, great service and I will be back soon. Bless you all, Yours Respectfully, Gordon in the UK
Date: Sun, 5 Jun 2005; Dear Jessica, I rec'd the 12 +2 cds yesterday, and based on listening to one disc so far (dedicated to you), and the all alone, live at Yoshis and Jessica's blues, which I already owned, I've already decided that you are the greatest jazz (etc) pianist- composer in the history of history. Your music gives me great joy! Mike ___
Date: February 16, 2003 - Thanks for filling my order so quickly. A couple of years ago I wrote a letter of appreciation to the British mystery writer John Harvey after he opened one of his books with the main character being called out of a Jessica Williams concert to begin a murder investigation! At any rate, I recommend your recordings to friends all the time, including the students in a jazz history class I teach. Thanks for the cds, and for all the warmth and joy your music has brought into my life. -Ron D ___
Date: Sat, 23 Jul 2005. Dear Jessica, I am still aglow with the incredible gift of music you bestowed on us on Monday. It was absolutely terrific. I was being 'spoken' to! I was being shown a whole new vista from a mountain top! I was being educated... and you holding my hand and leading me on a journey... It was just incredible. Peace profound! Nyaho, Pianist, Seattle, WA
Date: Thu, 23 Jun 2005. Dear Jessica, I can't tell you what a treat it was to have you here at Yoshi's again. The music is always special when you play it, but this time it had that extra magic behind it that pushes it to the next plane... I can't wait to hear you again. Take care, P___, Oakland, CA
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005. Thanks for your incredible contribution to our society's culture and music! G___, Vancouver
Date: Sun, 21 Jan 2001- Dear Jessica, I was surprised when I found large package in my post box, because I didn't expect such an early arrival. It is needless to say that big surprise turned into deep impression immediately. Since then, I've been listening to your seven cds over and over again. The problem is that which one should I select to be next one. Thank you very much. Kazunori in Saitama, Japan
Date: Sun, 17 Jul 2005. Dear Jessica, It's a small town and miracles happen here. You are one. I heard you Saturday at The Art House. I am a artist and art teacher at The Evergreen State College. I try to find and attend jazz concerts often, and often the thread to the innovative origins of jazz music is substituted by a peculiar, flat, egomaniacal performance. You instead play to the heart of the matter and describe the world and all that is real about it, you play the truth with a kind of revolutionary and healing pathos. Your work is stunning. M ___, Olympia, WA
Date: Wed, 20 Jul 2005. Hi Jessica. I'm still on cloud nine after Monday night. Thanks again for creating such a beautiful experience for all of us. I loved all your selections, and the background information you shared. Mood Indigo was exquisite! R ___, Seattle, WA
Date: 10 July 2005; Dear Jessica, I really have to tell you that your CD Time To Burn is my favorite now. I think it is one of the best of your performances that I know. I can't stop playing Laura again and again. Wonderful. Greetings from Old Europe, Horst ___, Luebeck, Germany
Date: Tue, 26 Jul 2005. Dear Jessica, I am only just learning about jazz. I felt you take me to the edges of this universe and then back to the center. I felt like I learned so much about music and its connection to life listening to you. I wanted to see your pet pictures so I checked out your site. I am so glad to be able to email you and let you know that your concert was a pinnacle in my life as a music lover. Thank you for going there and bringing it to me. C ___, Olympia, WA
Date: Mon, 25 Jul 2005. Thank you so much for coming to Olympia to play. Your concert was wonderful for us. I hope to see and hear you again. Bert Wilson just gave me your Some ballads Some blues CD. I loved listening to it this morning. Thank you. L ___, Olympia, WA
Date: Fri, 22 Jul 2005. Thanks, Jessica, and thank you for being there, you are never far from my CD player. You make a huge difference. All my best. G___, Alaska
Date: Mon, 09 May 2005: Jessica, thank you for your wonderful music. Were I on a desert island (you know the old set up...), and could have the music of only one pianist, it would be a close call between you and Bill Evans. (There is no greater compliment!) - Joel____, Florida
Date: Tue, 15 Aug 2000- Dear Jessica- I guess I'm in 8th heaven, 'cause the package arrived (I'm always amazed when Canada Post actually delivers) with 8 cds! Thanks again. It's wonderful! With 8 new cd's to play, I'll be drifting like a windswept leaf through your beautiful dreams all night! Warmest wishes, JG in Victoria
Date: Tue, 7 Jun 2005; GOOD LUCK with all the upcoming engagements. People are catching on to the Beauty, Wisdom, and Healing Power in your playing. Take Care, Grif ___, Md
Date: Wed, 29 Jun 2005: Jessica, I am truly honored to receive an email from you. And thanks so much for sharing your music on the Internet. It is very inspiring for me. I just listened to Angelica and The Very Thought of You and my excitement over jazz has been instantly invigorated. Thanks for your incredible contribution to our society's culture and music. - Geoff ____
Date: Fri, 10 Jun 2005; Hi Jessica, I just wanted to tell you much I love your music and your great website. I am a music-loving attorney, and I appreciate your work here in our part of the world. I hope to catch your next show at Yoshi's. See you there. - Tim ____ , CA
Date: Tue, 8 Mar 2005; Dear Jessica: I received my order last week, and I've been listening every night. Thank you for the extra free unreleased disc from Jazz Alley. Without Walls is one of my favorites, along with Maybeck 2001, and For John Coltrane. I'm looking forward to seeing you play at the Kennedy Center in May. Thank you again for your beautiful music, and good luck! Take care, Steve ___
Date: 3/20/05; Dear Jessica- You're the best. I'm glad to listen to your music almost every day. And certainly glad to have spoken to you on the phone. Thanks for lighting up my life. - Eliseo ___
Date: 4/15/05; Jessica, I just wanted to let you know that you've been given special status in my cd collection. I have a pretty large collection sorted by genre. But certain favorites get their own stack. Of all of my jazz stuff Monk has always had his own stack (it's about 25 high) and now that I've collected a number of yours you've got your own stack too. And it sits right on top of Thelonious's. You guys have it all. - Robert M___
Date: 3/24/05; Dear Jessica, a few days ago I got my wonderful box of cds. Me and my wife Barbara went to Paris for a weekend last october. We rent a car and listen - while travellin' - to a network that only sends jazz music 24h a day. One morning the speaker says, while introducing 'I'm confessin' that I love you' from LIVE AT YOSHI'S, 'Jessica Williams is the Art Tatum of modern jazz, she is an artist incredibly underestimated'. I think that surely he was right, you are a hidden treasure for real connoisseur. Two hours after I bought LIVE AT YOSHI'S at FNAC and now that I have found your site make sure that - little by little - I will buy directly from you EVERYTHING. Much love and appreciation, Andrea & Barbara, Rome, Italy
Date: Nov 30, 2002 - I loved In the Key of Monk so I'm really looking forward to the new Monk album. Your web site is very well designed. Not all the garbage that everyone else has. This is what the web was intended to be like before all the pop-ups. - Gene in Spokane
Date: Oct 24 2004 - Dear Jessica: Great news on the Grammy nomination! We love that CD. Congratulations! - Joanne ___
Date: Nov 22, 2002 - Thanks Jessica for all that you have done so far. You are now my favourite pianist by far. Many thanks for the cd's and for your very speedy service. Thanks also for the e-mail - All the best- Arthur, Aberdeen, Scotland
Date: February 24, 2003 - It's a pleasure to buy directly from you. I always try to buy direct from the artist if I can. I had a good look at your site and I really do think it's a model for other musicians. I hate to say it, but good music is not going to survive commercially if we rely on the major labels for it. -Steve
Date: Oct 2, 2003 - Jessica: You are not only my favorite jazz pianist, you are my favorite jazz musician. You are my favorite MUSICIAN hands down, period / exclamation point!!! Your music is incredibly fantastic. The more I hear it, the more I enjoy and love it. Seattle fan, Bill P ___
Date: Nov 20, 2002 - Hi Jessica ... it's gorgeous music; peaceful, intense, passionate, far-away and close... it sounds as though you loved playing this music and making the cd. THANK YOU WITH ALL OF OUR HEARTS!!! You are Fabulous! - Leslie, Seattle
Date: Nov 19, 2002 - Hi Jessica. Your CDs arrived this morning. I've only had a chance to play the first three tracks of Its Jessicas Time. I am stunned by both your playing and the quality of the piano recording. I have never heard a piano recorded like it. Normally the instrument occupies a fixed point in the soundstage, but your engineer has made it range across the whole soundstage and that is unbelievable. And thank you for the signed cover. That is something I will treasure. David G____
Date: Nov 19, 2002 - Hi Jessica - Cannot wait to meet you in person. I feel like you have been part of my life for a long time. Funny how music can bond people. I feel I know your spirit from your music. Just like with dogs! You deserve all the happiness in the world, cause you make so many feel happy. S___ in Tucson
Date: Oct 18 2004 Hi and thanks for your note. I will love all the Music. I always do! Especially what you do with Monk. I find myself often playing an odd medley of various of your recordings stitched together in my head. Thanks for all you do! - Kurt ____
Date: Nov 21 2003 Hello Jessica, Just received your cd 'Jessica Williams Plays For Lovers' Absolutely brilliant. I especially like 'Don't Explain' and 'That's All'. I have only just gone on the internet and yours is the first cd I have bought this way. I couldn't have chosen better! Thank You. -JM in the UK
Date: Sat, 21 Apr 2001- Jessica: Thank you very much for sending me your new album 'Solo Compositions'. And such personal service - way more collectable than any signed album, I have your signature on the customs form. Wow.- Bill ___
Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2001- Dear Jessica, THANK YOU for the unbelievably fast service! I received two discs from you today, and I have to say that I love seeing your now familiar handwriting peeking out from under our mail box lid. Sincerely, K ___ C ___
Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2001- Dear Jessica, Even though there are some 1600 CD on my wall (not to mention 1100 LPs somewhere), there's nothing that feels as good as a new JW! Love and blessings, F ___
Date: Mon, 8 May 2000 To say my wife and I were blown away would be the understatement of the century (ok, it's a short century so far, but it sounds good doesn't it?). Bless you for making the world a better place.-S ___ T____
Date: Mon, 16 Apr 2001- Jesssica, Thanks for your always prompt delivery.-This weekend I listened to your new Maybeck disc three times from to back, and partially a few times more. Thanks for making music that talks to me. -Richard ____
Date: Wed, 14 Mar 2001- Hello Jessica: I admire your approach to both your art and the conduct of your business- I've never been at a concert or recital where I felt the artist was speaking so directly to me. Thanks again for a truly wonderful musical experience Sunday night at Stanford. Best Regards, Rolf ___
Date: Oct 3, 2000- Jessica, I feel that joy is the soul and you bared your soul. Thank you for the joy! I am going back to work today, I am a massage therapist and when I work I feel I am doing my hearts desire. I look forward sharing your music with my friends and clients.- Blessings be to you!--Mary R ___
Date: February 22, 2000 -Hi Ms. Williams, Wow!! Wow! Wow! My wife Sylvia and I received your CD 'In The Key of Monk' and have replayed it every evening since, when we are enjoying cocktails in our plant room. WOW!! WOW!! WOW!!- Sylvia and Dwight C ___
Date: 11 Jan 2000 To: 'Jessica Williams' Subject: Yours is a site to behold! Greetings Jessica, I am delighted to be among the special people who love you and your superlative body of work. As always, I look forward to your next CD with great glee and anticipation. Peace, L ___
Date: Jan 2000 - Dear Jessica: Thanks for the prompt response. These 3 CD's will complete my collection. Believe I will have all Jessica Williams albums now. You'd be awfully hard pressed to find a bigger Jessica Williams fan than I am. Jim ___
Date: 9 Mar 2004 - Dear Jessica, Two weeks ago I received 'Some Ballads, Some Blues' AND 'Jessica Williams plays for Lovers'. Whatever did I do Before Thou? All good things, and as you say, above all, Love. G ___
Date: Oct 13 2001- Thanks for telling me about the downloads. I loved listening to them, and shake my head at your awesome skill! I learn so much by listening to you. You are an inspiration!! -Donna ___
Date: Wed, 7 Feb 2001- Jessica, At one and the same time, your music blows the top of my head off and settles and centres me down to my toes. I could listen to you all day and all night and only in the morning realize I had forgotten to go to bed! ... Cheers! - Heather ___
Date: Sept 9 2003 - Dear Ms. Williams, As I am writing this, I am listening to your 'As Time Goes By' CD. I cannot find superlatives sufficient to describe your playing! Mr. Brubeck's comments could not be more accurate. You are, without a doubt, one of the greatest jazz pianists in the world! I am in awe of, and genuflect to, your keyboard mastery. I am equally touched by the warmth and sensitivity of your playing. You are, indeed, a magnificent and gifted artist! Respectfully, Frank ___
Date: July 9 2003 - Jessica- I heard you last night (Wed) at Yoshi's and wanted to thank you. You are so inspiring and seemed to be exactly what I need to hear right now. I teach beginning piano in Berkeley on Wednesdays and was so glad to be able to make the 10:00 show instead of driving back to Santa Cruz listening to Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz, where I would hear your name often mentioned by her. I began to cherish the thought of hearing you. I love your playing and love the meditative and freeing tone of your performance. It takes me back to my childhood near Redondo Beach, hearing John Coltrane for the first time, and entertaining the idea of playing jazz piano. -Sandy ___
Date: Oct 14, 2003 - I just heard 'What's Next.' I know of no other musician who would ever attempt it! You have succeeded brilliantly. Monkish yet original! Love you, Jessica, -Fred ___