Eric Allen

From Nova Scotia, Eric Allen has been performing for over twenty five years. He is a self taught jazz pianist who has played in several clubs, festivals and Universities in Eastern Canada. He recently performed at Debut Atlantic’s 25th year anniversary celebrations.

Eric’s CD has got rave reviews in Eastern Canada as well as the United States. His CD gets airplay on CBC Radio as well as CJFX in Antigonish Nova Scotia. With such spontaneous creativity and heart at the keyboard, Eric’s pure poetry and electrifying energy have dazzled audiences everywhere he performs.



“I was very impressed with this young man’s approach and his unique style. I do believe he has something special, and that one day we will all realize and recognize that he has a lot to offer in the music world.”    
                          - Oliver Jones


“Allen’s music is so energetic it makes the blood boil.-“...the sense of improvisation is never less than vivid, immediate and raw. Allen’s brilliant moments, and there are many, are jaw dropping.”
                          - The Halifax Herald


“.....a fantasia of invention......The freshness of his playing makes listening to him a heady experience.”
                         - The Halifax Herald


“The late Art Tatum would have loved this CD......”
                         - Jazz Now USA
 

“Oscar Peterson and Art Tatum are his contemporaries when he sits down at the keyboard.”
                        - The Casket , Antigonish


“I really enjoyed this CD.....Fabulous piano playing...”
                        - John Poirier , Warner Records

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