" I have known young Pearce since he was a lad. In an amazingly short time he has reached a high professional standard. How high I hear you ask? High enough that I gladly pay for his services in the John Miller Orchestra. He even joins the trombone jazz rat race in our version of the ' 2 O'Clock Jump ' on Bass Bone. No mean feat. See you Dave, keep it up. " John Miller - Musical Director of the John Miller Orchestra

" David, congratulations with your new website. I am impressed with the look of it and it shows your artistic style perfectly. I love your sound samples and they also give us a good impression of your high level of musicianship. Keep sliding my friend. " Ben Van-Dijk - Soloist and bass trombonist of the Rotterdam Philharmonic

" When I met David as a young lad I was struck by his keen interest in swing bands. When I met him again as a teenager he was already blowing his horn. When I met him as a music student, I was taken aback by his talent and determination. Now he has his own band and this man is serious. He knows what swing's all about and how to play it. Catch him if you can and swing along with him! " Malcolm Laycock - BBC Radio 2

" Dave - your talent and dedication to the history of Big Band music humbles me. You are, without a doubt, the future of a second generation of Big Band leaders. I hope to work together some day soon! " Jan Eberle - daughter to Ray Eberle

" Dave - you're an excellent 'bone player and obviously an excellent and dedicated band leader. As musical director of the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra, I know how difficult it is to keep a really good big band together. Stick with it - you deserve success, now and always! " Tommy Saville - Musical Director of the Nottingham Jazz Orchestra

" From an early age Dave has shown great commitment and focus. He has worked hard to realise his undoubted potential as his present position shows. Keep it up Dave...it always needs working at but it's real job satisfaction! " Doug Wilkie - past tutor of David Pearce

" Hi Dave - nice website! I've really enjoyed working with you this past year and your playing's great! Take care, Alice " Alice Coulam - jazz and big band vocalist

" Dave is a very versatile musician and talented trombonist - he owns my respect and admiration for this " Marianne Devos - Violinist with the Broadway Production of "The Lion King", Paris

" It has been my privilege to work alongside Dave on many occassions. His professionalism and dedication to his genre of big band music is first class. He is a kind loving person, but runs a tight ship with the Dave Pearce Orchestra. He demands the highest of standards from himself and those around him. Long live the DPO - it deserves a busy concert schedule and many adoring fans! " James Bulger - freelance trumpeter

" I have worked with this guy - he is good! See you sometime! " John Brennan - big band vocalist