What People Have To Say...
"Sam Hazo's music has an essential energy and vitality that is attractive to instrumentalists of all ages. More importantly, Sam enables an essential emotional connection to the music for those who experience his works either as performers or as listeners."
Craig Kirchhoff, Professor & Director of Bands
School of Music
University of Minnesota - Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
Craig Kirchhoff, Professor & Director of Bands
School of Music
University of Minnesota - Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota
"Sam Hazo's works are the hottest things going! His writing is fresh and innovative; his lyricism truly superb. I look forward to each new piece with great enthusiasm."
Dr. Paula Crider, Professor Emeritus
Butler School of Music
University of Texas - Austin, TX
Dr. Paula Crider, Professor Emeritus
Butler School of Music
University of Texas - Austin, TX
"Hazo's music has great vitality, and is exciting and enjoyable to play."
Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Professor & Director of Wind Studies
College of Music
University of North Texas - Denton, TX
Eugene Migliaro Corporon, Professor & Director of Wind Studies
College of Music
University of North Texas - Denton, TX
“Sam Hazo worked with the Kennesaw Mountain Wind Symphony as a part of their 2006 Midwest Clinic experience. Sam is genuine, warm, energetic, insightful and above all, an educator. It is rare that you have the opportunity to "birth" a piece of music from a well-respected composer. My students and I will forever remember the conductor, the composer, and cheerleader that is Sam Hazo. Thanks, Sam, for an incredible "Ride," it was indeed a "Rush" to be in your midst!”
David Starnes, Assistant Professor, Director of Athletic Bands
School of Music
Western Carolina University - Cullowhee, NC
David Starnes, Assistant Professor, Director of Athletic Bands
School of Music
Western Carolina University - Cullowhee, NC
"Sam's music is fresh and heartfelt. It is the unique fusion of popular music with classical influences. Furthermore, his interactions with ensembles and students are always positive and rewarding!"
Dr. Jack Stamp, Director of Band Studies (Ret.)
Department of Music
Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Indiana, PA
Dr. Jack Stamp, Director of Band Studies (Ret.)
Department of Music
Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Indiana, PA
“Sam Hazo brings an enthusiasm to our students that is infectious. He is not only an outstanding composer, but an extraordinary teacher as well. Sam is a positive influence and a wonderful inspiration.”
Gary Gribble, Director of Bands
Pope High School – Cobb County, GA
Gary Gribble, Director of Bands
Pope High School – Cobb County, GA
“I am thankful to have gotten to know Sam Hazo, the composer and conductor whom I call my friend and colleague. It was at no surprise to me that the "person" was every bit as substanative, positive and passionate as the music that he composes. He related so well to our students that they keep asking me when he will be coming back!”
Randy Greenwell, Performing Art Department Chair, Director of Bands
Lawrence Central High School – Indianapolis, IN
Randy Greenwell, Performing Art Department Chair, Director of Bands
Lawrence Central High School – Indianapolis, IN
"Sam wrote a fantastic piece of music, "Ascend", for our performance at The Midwest Clinic. We invited him to Tapp M.S. to work with our students in preparation for the performance of this piece in Chicago. He was so warm, personable, and energetic with our students. Sam is such a wonderful composer as well as a FABULOUS teacher! Myself, my staff, and my students instantly made a connection and friendship with Mr. Hazo that will last a lifetime."
Erin Cole, Director of Bands
Tapp Middle School – Powder Springs, GA
Erin Cole, Director of Bands
Tapp Middle School – Powder Springs, GA
"Sam Hazo was even better than we had anticipated. He mesmerized our students with a personal depth of musical insight. As we performed, we could actually see and hear ourselves in the compositions! His visit was an extremely positive and productive experience."
Professor Judith E. Grimes, Director of Concert Bands
Elmhurst College – Elmhurst, IL
Professor Judith E. Grimes, Director of Concert Bands
Elmhurst College – Elmhurst, IL
"If you want to light up your students, bring Sam Hazo into your band room. His teaching hits the bullseye, and his music is moving and engaging. My kids will never forget him."
Dr. Elizabeth Jackson Kirchhoff
Eden Prairie High School - Eden Prairie, MN
Dr. Elizabeth Jackson Kirchhoff
Eden Prairie High School - Eden Prairie, MN
“Sam Hazo brings a fresh and wonderfully unique approach to the podium. Not only is he one of our nation’s finest composers for band, but he is also the consummate musician and rehearsal technician. Sam will bring the very best out of your ensemble, musically and emotionally!”
Richard L. Saucedo, Director of Bands Emeritus
Dr. William H. Duke Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel High School - Carmel, IN
Richard L. Saucedo, Director of Bands Emeritus
Dr. William H. Duke Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel High School - Carmel, IN