“Colleen Bernstein is one of the most compelling young percussionists I know. Her combination of thoughtfulness about our art, her care for important social and environmental concerns—eloquently treated in her performances—and just plain great playing, have made me a real admirer. Nothing gives me greater hope for our art than to see a younger generation of percussionists with high artistic ideals, well-honed performance skills and a solid moral compass. Colleen is an important member of that group of emerging artists and leaders.”