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KUVO
"Wingin' It", is a musical flight of standards and Lenore Raphael's own composition Johnny Jazz. Lenore's impressive piano playing shines through the whole cd and bass player Mike Bocchicchio and drummer Roger King Jr. elevate this tight knit trio. When I am looking for music to play on the radio that is upbeat and bright, I know will please all the jazz fans.
Susan Gatschet Reese jazz89 KUVO - Denver, CO.

WAER
"We've always enjoyed playing Lenore's albums here at WAER...her musicianship really comes to the forefront."
Eric Cohen, Music Director, WAER – Syracuse, NY.

WFPK
"Piano trio discs arrive on my desk by the crateful. Ms. Raphael's music is tasteful, refined, and full of joy. It's always a treat to get to introduce one of her songs."
James Bickers, Jazz Director, WFPK - Louisville, KY

WDNA
"Jazz like it's supposed to be played. Lenore can play play and play from Ballads to Bop with her innovative and mesmerizing interpretations"
"Melodious Mel" Lipton

WLNZ
""Reflections is Lenore's second CD. All I can say is, it swings! She makes each song her specialty, and is also a good composer. It is superb!"
Jim Stone. "Big Band Swing", WLNZ - Lansing, MI

WCNI
"I'm at work now, enjoying Lenore's music. A great addition to the "Touch of Jazz"...a true pianist for all to enjoy"
Lenny Van, the Jazz Man. WCNI -FM - New London, CT

KIOS
"Loved your "Tricotism" and "Johnny Jazz"
Mike Jacobs, Jazz Host, KIOS - Omaha, NE

KRFC
"Your inherent swing feeling is infectious. You seem to know the right notes to emphasize. I am in favor of a good swing feeling and your playing amply provides this." Jim Dailey Jazz DJ - Fort Collins, C

KPLU
"In a bewildering array of would-be jazz pianists/divas in their twenties, it's a pleasure to hear the more worldly, mature musicianship of a pianist like Lenore Raphael."
Jim Wilke, Jazz After Hours, PRI

WUCF/ WFIT
I have always said that jazz is not background music. You have to listen. Well, listening to Lenore Raphael is time well spent. She has the capability of having something very interesting for you to listen to. It's something she creates which has you thinking, "Hey, how about that.” Jack Simpson, "Jazz on the Beach"
WFIT - Melbourne, FL

WKYU
"I just gave a listen to the (Wingin' It) cd and I love it. It's immedeiately obvious that Lenore's the real deal."
Pete Kirchoff, Jazz Host WKYU - Bowling Green, KY

WICN
“In a world seemingly gone mad with style over substance, how refreshing to hear the sophisticated stylings of Lenore Raphael. Whether it’s her take on timeless standards or her unique originals, Ms. Raphael travels the high road in delivering no-nonsense music. If you haven’t already done so, I invite you to hop on board. I know you’ll enjoy the ride.”
Joe Zupan, WICN - Boston, MA

KVLU
"When Lenore Raphael plays, she really has something important to say...so listen up and enjoy!
Jason Miller, host of Afternoon Jazz on 91.3 KVLU - Beaumont, TX

WVST
“"Ms. Raphael presents flowing ideas that are swinging throughout and never seem to cease. She is dynamic and mesmerizing in her presentation..."
Ty Bailey, jazz host - WVST-FM - Petersburg, VA

Women In Jazz South Florida, Inc.

Women in Jazz South Florida, Inc., is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit, educational organization that promotes women musicians, globally, through events, concerts, performances, clinics, lectures, workshops, articles, interviews, newsletters, courses, contacts, research, history, archives, websites, film, audio and video recording, and recognition.

Neon Jazz Radio - Kansas City, MO

"Lenore has a seamless ability to blend in with the band or fly the proverbial jazz kite on her own. Her latest solo pieces pay homage to a lifetime of honing the craft and giving audiences a good place to mentally soar and settle for a while. Every time I spotlight her on the program, it makes the entire playlist shine. That's the gift Lenore has and continues to evolve into." - Joe Dimino, Host & Creator of Neon Jazz Radio in Kansas City, MO