GuestbookPost your own guestbook entry

At 3:57am on Monday, October 10, 2011, Allan Pearson wrote:

Mr. Golka, heard you yesterday in Santa Fe. NM in Mozart & Liszt with the Santa Fe Symphony. Sincere thanks; you were wonderful. Wish there were some CDs available' Great photographs here on your site as well. "Handsome dude!" Continued good luck in your career. Best wishes, Allan

At 10:28pm on Saturday, September 24, 2011, Kristen Vander-Plas wrote:

Wow - what a spectacular two evenings! Thank you so much for your concerts in Lubbock this weekend. My father and I ran into you in United yesterday (Fri) and told you about my mom. She was able to go to Friday night's concert, and then we came to this evening's as well. Thank you - both for your kindness to my father and me - and especially for bringing your talent to grace our stage once more in Lubbock. I am no musician, but you inspire me to be all that I can be in what God has called me to. Thank you for being true to yourself and for being such a role model. And please don't forget Lubbock! You and your brother are well respected and loved here, and there will always be a place for you among we West Texas music lovers. With Highest Regard, Kristen Vander-Plas

At 10:30am on Saturday, September 24, 2011, Saba Nafees wrote:

Mr. Golka! I watched you perform last night with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra! Your performance was absolutely exhilerating. Beethoven's 3rd concerto is my favorite and you played it with absolute mastery of the incredibly difficult piece. Thank you for the amazing performance!

At 8:00am on Tuesday, August 02, 2011, William and Katherine Gavin wrote:

Congratulations on that marvelous review in today's Washington Post. We read all the reviews and a review so glowing is hard to find--but in your case, well-deserved.

At 10:38pm on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, A secret admirer wrote:

Adam Golka inhales music.

At 1:41pm on Thursday, June 09, 2011, Young Money wrote:

Loving the piano music. When are you coming to Austin, Texas?

At 3:09pm on Saturday, May 21, 2011, Elena Winzeler wrote:

A friend mentioned seeing you in concert in Baltimore and I couldn't believe it, because I remembered you from MPJH in Katy, TX. We all knew you were talented, but had no idea how much so. It's wonderful to see how successful you've become. I hope I get to see you in concert myself someday (I mean, besides the middle school talent show)!

At 10:39pm on Wednesday, May 11, 2011, Sam wrote:

Great website ! I want to see that sorts of guestbook which i like the most and right now it is here..Keep it up

At 9:02am on Sunday, April 24, 2011, Piano Lover wrote:

Love your musical ability man. Keep it up!

At 12:51pm on Monday, April 18, 2011, Warwick Drakeford wrote:

Wishing you a wonderful birthday Thursday!

At 7:19am on Friday, April 08, 2011, William F. Gavin wrote:

Adam: I am reading Leon Fleisher's autobiography, and naturally thought of you. Kathy and I still tell friends how we met you , quite by accident, at Peabody three years ago. Your career is moving along spectacularly. Every time I hear the great slow movement of the Ravel, I recall our meeting.

At 6:49pm on Saturday, January 29, 2011, Brenda Dillon wrote:

Took my 11-year-old boy to his first symphony last night to see you play Tchaikovsky in Charleston, WV. Thanks for a great performance. He absolutely loved it!

At 6:39pm on Saturday, January 08, 2011, Larry Hanna wrote:

I very much enjoyed your performance of Ravel's Concerto in G major this afternoon with the Pensacola Symphony. The Adagio brought tears to my eyes; it was gorgeous.

At 11:08am on Monday, November 01, 2010, B Wilson wrote:

Adam great performance in Wichita of Liszt Totentanz. Your playing was perfect and I really enjoyed it. Please come back to Wichita sometime.

At 6:37pm on Sunday, October 24, 2010, wendy smith wrote:

Adam's performance with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra last evening was more than magnificent! This incredible young man was gracious, humble, and earnest in his phenomenal presentation of Beethoven's 4th - a spiritual masterpiece. Our community has been graced with the incredible talent and presence of Adam Golka. There are not words which can express the impact he had on those who heard his music!

At 5:38am on Monday, September 27, 2010, Laura Merritt wrote:

Tremendous performance in Erie, Pa Saturday evening. Supreme talent!

At 2:41pm on Thursday, September 16, 2010, GEKIC wrote:

I would love to know if you will ever perform any of the Vladimir Horowitz transcriptions such as Liszt/Horowitz 15th Rhapsody, or Rachmaninoff/Horowitz Sonata No.2 or Wedding March. Then next, Volodos/Liszt 13th Rhapsody.? Aside from questions, Lovely playing. Regards

At 8:08pm on Friday, September 03, 2010, a peabody student wrote:

Hello Adam, I just wanted to tell you how inspired I was by your Chopin f minor Fantasy performance yesterday at the Peabody Convocation event. Your musicianship is truly remarkable and I admire your special talent. I've never heard a more breathtaking performance of that piece. Bravo! Best wishes for you in the future...

At 1:01pm on Sunday, August 01, 2010, John Bundy wrote:

Hello Adam! I'm pleased to see that your well-deserved success is proceeding apace. I heard you at the Gina Bachauer Competition in 2001, and was floored by your technique, repertoire, and musicianship [which went foolishly unrecognized by the judges], and my positive impression from that time has certainly been borne out in the years since. I wish you the best, and thank you for your artistry, and especially your attention to living composers. John

At 6:30am on Sunday, May 09, 2010, Amanda wrote:

Your are a inspiration for me! Very impressivem keep up that good work!

At 3:36pm on Tuesday, April 06, 2010, Singingstrings wrote:

Looking forward to hearing you at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra this weekend! I was planning not to come hear Leila Josefowicz, but after hearing about the switch, I'm looking forward to the Beethoven. Adam Golka was a new name for me, but I'm excited to learn about new artists. Best wishes for your time in Indianapolis! - Ethan

At 8:22am on Friday, March 26, 2010, Dick Kolasheski wrote:

Last evening, March 25, I had the distinct honor and pleasure of hearing you perform the Rachimaninoff 3d Piano Concerto with Lucas Richman and the KSO. It was truly an exquisite performance. What enriched it even further for me, was the fact that the performance was by a fellow First Generation Polish American. I predate your by a number of generations but it still made me very proud to witness your playing. I trust you are enjoying Baltimore, it is a great town with a wonderful cultural life. Unfortunately, with the demise of the BOC, it has a rather large hole in its life. We attended both the BSO and BOC for the twenty years we lived near Baltimore. Unfortunately we only got to hear your mentor, Leon Fleisher, once or twice, far to few times to enjoy his artistry. Again, thanks for a truly memorable performance. Incidentally, what was the encore you performed? I am not sure where you got the energy to perform it so beautifully. Bardzo dzienkuje dla twoj przedstawienie. Dick Kolasheski

At 10:27pm on Monday, March 01, 2010, Tadashi Imai wrote:

Hi Adash! Long time no see!! I miss our fun time we spent together with Yundi Li on TCU campus (before he won the chopin comeptition) , nice chat in Olive Garden on Univ Dr etc etc... Now I am living in London. Really good music scenes here. and very close to all that we all need to know for making classic music in europe. I am having absolutely great time visiting and performing in europe. You should come here sometimes! Ask your agency or somebody to make you a concert in london, plz! I really miss you man!

At 5:44am on Wednesday, January 27, 2010, Pianoholic wrote:

Very good site and a very talented pianist! Regards from Italy

At 11:21am on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, Vera Rowell wrote:

Correction: we'll see you in Knoxville TN on March 26!

At 11:14am on Tuesday, January 12, 2010, Vera Rowell wrote:

Great web site! Enjoyed seeing you at the Modern in FW. We have tickets to your March 26 concert in Philadelphia so we're looking forward that, also.

At 1:06pm on Thursday, January 07, 2010, Jose Cubela wrote:

Adam, Happy New Year! We miss your wonderful playing in Fort Worth! I wish you the best in this new year. A big hug!

At 5:24am on Monday, November 16, 2009, Ellen Gemmill wrote:

Adam, my husband treated me to tickets at the York Symphony Orchestra (York PA) for my birthday. He could not have picked a better time for us to go, since we got to enjoy your incredible performance of Rachmaninoff. Enjoy is so weak a word - it was amazing! Thank you so much. I found myself holding my breath as you were playing; I'm lucky I didn't pass out! Truly, if we had gone to Lincoln Center we could not have experienced a higher level of musicianship. I wish you nothing but the best as you advance in your career, and I hope you come back to York soon!

At 3:19pm on Sunday, October 18, 2009, Eric Deibler wrote:

I just heard your wonderful performance of "Totentanz" with your brother and the WSO. What a wonderful performance. BTW, my father studied with Fleischer at one time, too.

At 7:18pm on Friday, October 16, 2009, David Curtin wrote:

Adam, thank you for your generosity with our Lock Haven University students today. It was a pleasure to hear your story, your insights, and most especially your beautiful piano playing. Looking forward very much to hearing you and your brother in the Totentanz this Sunday night. I will be following your career with interest... I already know something of your brother's work, so I am expecting great things from you as well! Best wishes always. - David

At 7:18am on Tuesday, September 29, 2009, Ewa Maciejewska wrote:

I've translated my words into English to let the others, who don't speak Polish, understand what I wanted to express. As every raindrop simply knows what the tempo of its falling should be like and every sunbeam just knows how strong it should shine, same every sound played by You seemed to have this very natural wisdom of existence. Such a clear consciousness of the music fascinates. The piece by Richarda Danielpour touched me in a special way and the power of delicacy in Jeux D'eau by Ravel soothed... I congratulate You for having this great passion and talent. Ewa (Mrs. Karczewska's pupil)

At 8:27am on Sunday, September 27, 2009, Richard Blumberg wrote:

Adam, Your performance with the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra, on September 26, 2009, was one of the most moving I've ever experienced. Mastering Prokofiev's Concerto No. 2 is an impossible task. You are one of the few who has accomplished this technically and interpretively. You never missed a note and made Prokofiev smile. Thank you for sharing your artistry with Arizona!

At 1:47pm on Thursday, September 24, 2009, Ewa Maciejewska wrote:

Tak jak kropla wody po prostu wie w jakim tempie powinna spadać, a promień Słońca wie z jaką siłą powinien świecić tak każdy zagrany dźwięk w Twoim wykonaniu wydawał się mieć tą samą naturalną mądrość istnienia. Taka świadomość brzmienia zachwyca. Utwór Richarda Danielpour'a szczególnie mnie poruszył, a siła delikatności Jeux D'eau Ravela ukoiła. Gratuluję pasji i talentu, Pozdrawiam, Ewa (uczennica p. Karczewskiej)

At 6:28am on Sunday, September 20, 2009, Masayo the Tokyo Japan wrote:

It was a wonderful performance! Your soft and meltingly beautiful melodies and phrases with P,PP,PPP simmered into my heart. Your strong, yet refined and controlled phrasing was very pleasing. Your highly sensitive emotion, technical virtuosity, and excellent sense of rhythm,fully satisfied the audience . I think you have a promising future as a great pianist. I am sorry that the audience could not buy your CD in the concert hall. I hope you will come back to japan to perform again ON stage,you looked so dignified and somewhat older, but in person you were so friendly and a very nice young guy!

At 12:34pm on Thursday, September 17, 2009, Bill Thompson wrote:

Hi Adam, I read your interview in the recent issue of International Piano Magazine. Congratulations and keep up the good work!

At 10:35pm on Saturday, August 29, 2009, Candace Harrell wrote:

I just saw you at the Bass Hall in Fort worth, and I have to say you are truly devoted to your music. The way you performed had my friend and I just excited, we were saying "oh my gosh he has NO music" haha. Yes and you performed very well with the symphony orchestra. Hopefully you will return to Fort worth, and I look forward to more concerts. :-)

At 2:27pm on Wednesday, August 05, 2009, Brian Krusienski wrote:

Adam, I caught your concert at the Chicago Cultural Center (Dame Myra Hess Concert Series) today. It blew me away! I don't recall ever having been pulled into the music as much by any other pianist, no matter how reknown. Thank you for sharing your vision for what such music was meant to be. Please keep it up!

At 10:50am on Tuesday, May 05, 2009, Lindsay wrote:

Fantastic Liszt First Concerto in Syracuse! Put me on the recital notification mailing liszt too!

At 9:32pm on Saturday, May 02, 2009, Kristen Vander-Plas wrote:

Adam~ Thank you again for your fantastic performance tonight in Lubbock. As my sister and I told you, we loved you last year, and you were just as amazing tonight. Thank you for your humility and willingness to take a moment and speak to us before the reception. Though I am only "kind of" a pianist, your ability makes me want to strive even more. Thank you for gifting Lubbock with your talent once again - and come back anytime! West Texas hospitality knows no bounds! Sincerely, Kristen Vander-Plas

At 12:42am on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, Agnes Guthrie wrote:

Gratulacje, congratulations, terrific. Like your pictures. Long way from that ski injury in Utah, when I did not want to leave you alone in the Emergency Room. I was so gland it was not your hands! It has been fun watching you grow.

At 5:03pm on Monday, February 16, 2009, Tim and Stephanie Luekens wrote:

Adam, thanks again for playing last week at our Church. Everyone who heard you was amazed and grateful. We look forward to hearing you in April and possibly in South Dakota later in the year. Best wishes on you continued success.

At 2:47pm on Thursday, January 29, 2009, Lyz R. wrote:

Dear Adam, I am so excited to know that you are coming to Chicago, it's been ages since I've seen you! I hope we'll have the chance to explore Chicago just like we used to back in the day. Finally we're old enough to hear jazz :) My best wishes to you in the meantime, and I'll see you next week!

At 9:48pm on Sunday, January 18, 2009, Lauren Chemali wrote:

So I'm enrolled in a survey of music class this semester, and as we spent our first 2 days covering concert piano, I've been thinking of you! I still remember that concert you put on for us in elementary school in Mrs. Freeman's classroom, and I wish I'd kept that autograph you gave me! You have definitely come a very long way, judging by your upcoming concerts and awards that you've won. And I'm sure they are very well deserved. My roommate saw you in concert when you came to TCU a couple of years back, and she said you were fantastic! (I wanted to go, but had an exam the next day, and had to miss out) But congratulations on all of your success, and I hope that you'll be coming back to Texas soon enough so that I can see you in concert!

At 12:04pm on Friday, December 12, 2008, Terry Brown wrote:

Congratulations on your successes! We at the Houston Symphony League remember fondly your performances for the HSL Concerto Competition. All the best for a bright future.

At 7:07pm on Tuesday, September 09, 2008, Bozena Kinalski wrote:

Gratulacje od Kinalskich z Idaho! Nasza Filharmonia ma nowego dyrektora. Kiedy do nas zawitasz z koncertem? Pozdrowienia!

At 12:49pm on Sunday, September 07, 2008, Mariana Ramirez wrote:

Dear adam: We miss you!!! when are you going to come to Guadalajara, Mexico???... It will be a pleasure to see you again!!!! ... :D regards, mariana

At 1:32am on Sunday, August 31, 2008, Patricio Apaez wrote:

Hi adam! i missed ur concert at the Gilmore Festival : ( when will u come to Guadalajara again! ? :o

At 7:09am on Tuesday, August 12, 2008, Bill Gavin wrote:

Adam: We met at Peabody on Friday. It was great meeting you. Thanks for taking the time to talk. It was funny that I mentioned the slow movement of the Ravel and did not know you had the score in your hand! And that you know Craig Shepard! Kathy and I wish you every success. If you send me a mailing address, I'll send you my novel "One Hell of a Candidate" Best, Bill

At 7:18am on Friday, August 01, 2008, Maxim Kozlov wrote:

Dear Adam, Thank you so much for your powerful performance at Belbas Theater in Sioux Falls, SD. For three years I've lived here, I never seen such enthusiastic audience! Your sound and your sense of time is so amazing! Thank you for giving everything to this performance. You made everyone to remember this concert for a long time! Good luck with moving to Baltimore!

At 9:39pm on Thursday, July 24, 2008, Mike Conners wrote:

This is a very nicely designed website, nice job. Good content and fine layouts, too. If you have a newsletter I would also like to sign up, thanks again, Mike, Filmbay Editor

At 11:12am on Saturday, July 19, 2008, Randall Whitmore wrote:

Adam, I enjoyed your recital last night (July 18) at Our Lady of Czestochowa Church. The program and your performance were amazing. I enjoy everytime I have the opportunity to see and hear you perform. Continued best wishes with you career.

At 2:49pm on Tuesday, July 08, 2008, David Earl wrote:

Dear Adam, I would love to be in touch again: I have photos to give you of your Amsterdam visit, plus a copy of my CD which came out last autumn (Cello Sonata and "Mandalas" Piano Suite). Good to read your news here. All best wishes, David

At 1:27pm on Tuesday, March 18, 2008, jennifer griffin wrote:

Your performance at the Eagles Trace Benefit was incredible. I could not have been more pleased. My mother lives there at the retirement home. When she told me a pianist was going to be playing there, I went not knowing what to expect. It is one of the best surprises I've ever had. The Chopin piece you played was one my father and I used to listen to together, before he passed away. It evoked such wonderful memories for me. Thank you. Thank you. You are so gracious to do this as a benefit. I, and the many there that saw you, are so grateful for your brilliant performance and gift. Music communicates directly to soul like no other. You brightened my day so much. Thank you again. jenny griffin

At 6:28pm on Friday, February 29, 2008, John and Stephen Castles wrote:

You sure have come a long way from the days of Nottingham and MPJH. Congratulations on your now illustrious career. Though the last time we heard you play in person was at the talent show in junior high, from the reviews we've been reading, it seems you've gotten just a bit better since then. We hope your path is onward and ever upward and wish you the best of luck with your career.

At 9:06am on Tuesday, February 12, 2008, Jo Ann & Marvin Mueller, Port Arthur-Groves wrote:

Dear Adam, Congratulations on your triumph in Fort Worth. The review was wonderful and we have sent it to the manager of the Beaumont Symphony. Our e-mail address for you is out of date. Can you share a new one? As always we looking forward to our next opportunity to hear you play. Our best, Jo Ann & Marvin Mueller

At 11:18am on Monday, January 21, 2008, Mike wrote:

Adam Golka's playing is phenomenal. Recently saw him appearing with the Atlanta Symphony, in Athens, Georgia. Mr. Golka performed Maurice Ravel's piano concerto for the left hand. He performed this difficult piece so well that I found myself crying on conclusion of the work. Rarely am I so moved by any artist. I highly recommend this pianist; his skill is truly phenomenal.

At 3:40pm on Sunday, January 20, 2008, andreas wrote:

dear adam, thanks for sharing this wounderful works!! you are extremely gifted, what a blessing... i'd like to know if and when there will be a cd or dvd of some works of yours available? and i deeply hope that you'll record Rachmaninoff's 2nd Sonata ;-) thanks and have a good time

At 3:36pm on Sunday, January 13, 2008, Tiffany wrote:

I was at your performance of the Ravel Left Hand concerto last night at Symphony Hall. I was completely blown away, as was the entire audience! It was an inspiring, passionate, and engaging performance; and it was a great pleasure to watch you perform. As a high schooler, watching performances such as the one you gave last night are incredibly impacting, and yours was one of the best so far in the ASO season.

At 4:01pm on Wednesday, December 05, 2007, Natalie Ham wrote:

This comment is a little late, but I wanted to express how much I enjoyed your performance in Lubbock . I was blown away at how musical, moving, and powerful your interpretation was of one of my favorite composers, Rachmaninoff. Your career as a young artist is an inspiration to me, being a young artist myself. Thanks for performing with the Lubbock Symphony! It was a blessing.

At 1:33am on Sunday, December 02, 2007, Eleanor and Manette wrote:

oh my goodness! it's been ages. congratulations! life is really amazing. I want to write you a real email. can you send me your email address, or some way to get in touch. i hope this works. Ellie

At 11:42am on Thursday, November 15, 2007, Hugh E. Thopmpson, Sr. wrote:

Dear Adam, I knew when I first heard you in Fort Worth playing the Grieg Concerto that you were headed for a world class career. Your playing at that time was absolute breath taking. I have listened to many of the excerpts on this web sight and have found them to be absolutely beautiful. Wonderful tone and insite into the music. You have the quality that all great pianists must have -- originality and technique to achieve your place in the world as one of the great pianists. I wish I could hear your beethoven sonatas in Fort Worth. It has been a great pleasure for me to know you and your incredible musicianship using the piano as a medium to communicate that to an audience. We certainly hope that you will be able to play here in Beaumont. I am giving all of your PR material to the Executive-Director of the Symphony of Southeast Texas, Craig Escamilla who was once my piano student. Thanks again for giving me such pleasure! Hugh E. Thompson, Sr.

At 12:45pm on Sunday, November 04, 2007, William Grans wrote:

Thank you so much Adam for sharing your unique musical gifts with the world. The world needs your Light, especially in these Darkened Times. I am also a pianists, but due to an injury to my right hand when a boy my technique has never been all that it could have been, though I am still working on improving and overcoming the problem. I just have to choose pieces that work for me. I especially enjoy playing pyro-technical piano pieces but many of them are just not sometime I can play with the glitch I have in my right hand. I am in awe and totally amazed at the piece you composed and play combining Chopins Etude Op 10 #2 with Mozards Rondo. It sounds beyond even what Godowsky was creating with his combining of two Chopin Etudes in his recreated studies after Chopins original. Is that music available by any chance? I hope to see you play live someday soon. Best of Luck in ALL your endeavors Will

At 5:54pm on Wednesday, October 24, 2007, Kevin Bersuker wrote:

Hi Adam, Your piano career appears to have taken off in an amazing way. You may remember me from when we shared a room with you at the Julia Crane Competition. It's cool to know that you're doing so well, and hopefully you'll play in Austin soon. Kevin (Kirill)

At 6:57pm on Monday, October 15, 2007, Fay Green wrote:

if you come to England, i will come be at your recital!

At 12:03pm on Tuesday, October 02, 2007, Elaine Reis wrote:

It was my great pleasure to hear you play Rachmaninoff's Concerto No. 2 with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra on September 30, 2007. What a magnificent combination of grace and power came through your playing. Thank you very much for this moving performance.

At 5:22pm on Monday, October 01, 2007, Phil and LeighAnn Abel wrote:

Adam...On Sat, 9/29 I took my wife and my mom to see you play with MSO. Amazing!! I have not been to a Symphony since I don't remember when but I (we) truley appreciated your talent. It was a fantanstic evening highlighted by your presence. I hope you will come back to Milwaukee so we can have a repeat performance. Wish you nothing but the best and a continued successful career.

At 11:38am on Thursday, September 27, 2007, Susan Millar wrote:

Dear Adam, We were fortunate to see you perform Rachmaninoff's 3rd concerto last January, you were simply brilliant!! I keep marveling that someone your age has accomplished such a masterpiece. Now, tomorrow, we are looking forward to the pleasure of seeing you perform his 2nd concerto!! I am very excited indeed! Best wishes, Susan

At 1:14am on Sunday, September 23, 2007, Zach Bean wrote:

Adam, Tonights performance in Lubbock was simply amazing. Thanks so much for being there.

At 11:50pm on Saturday, September 22, 2007, Stephanie Vanderplas wrote:

Adam~ I was fortunate to hear you play last night with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra and I was blown away. Thank you so much for gracing us with your talent! I am currently taking piano from Ms. Oh (who played in the second half of the program) and am thoroughly enjoying it, although I could never aspire to have the half the talent you do. :) I was pleased to have been able to meet and speak with you during intermission. You are such a humble (and handsome) person and I'm so glad you are using your God-given talent to His glory. In Christ, Stephanie

At 12:19am on Saturday, September 22, 2007, Kristen wrote:

Adam~ Thank you so much for your astounding performance tonight. Words cannot express how wonderful you were! If we could have listened to you all night, I know the whole audience would have. Both encore pieces were wonderful as well. Thank you also for taking the time to speak with my sister and me, and for signing our program. I have been in music all of my life, but have only recently begun piano. God has given you a marvelous gift, and it's wonderful to see you use it to His Glory. My prayers are with you as you continue in your career. May it be long and continue to prosper. Kristen Lubbock, Texas

At 3:08pm on Tuesday, September 18, 2007, Grethel wrote:

Hi, adam. Im from mexico city, and I play the piano too. I hear about you and about your music and I onlyt want to say that you have a virtue that only a few people have to play the piano. Thanks for your interpretations because the makes me very happy. bye.

At 8:26pm on Friday, August 03, 2007, Dane wrote:

Adam, cool website! It was great working together this summer. I'm in Alaska for a bit, but back to New York soon enough. Good luck with future concerts, and let's stay in touch.

At 3:53pm on Wednesday, August 01, 2007, hyo-sun lim wrote:

hey! adam! just visiting to your website. i'm so glad that you're doing well!!! even though it was very short time, it was very nice seeing you again in last May, hope to stay in touch! keep me updated if you are visiting europe! you are always welcome!

At 1:03am on Friday, July 27, 2007, Art Gmurowski wrote:

Austin Polish Society is a non-profit organization that furthers knowledge of Polish culture, history, arts, and language in the Austin area. One event that we were considering was to hold a classical music concert consisting of various music by Polish composers. Please contact me if this is something that you may be interested in. Sincerely, Art Gmurowski

At 12:18am on Wednesday, July 25, 2007, Desiree Lunsford wrote:

Great to see you have become so successful adam! I miss you! xoxo

At 2:09pm on Wednesday, July 11, 2007, Andres Sarre wrote:

Hi Adam: Im, Andres, the one who gave you the sheet music of "Balada Mexicana" by Ponce. I Would like to send you an original edition of the music. Can you write me to my email please?

At 4:45pm on Sunday, July 08, 2007, Robert Flegal wrote:

My wife and I had the great fortune to listen to and see you at the Breakers (Newport Music Festival) last night. I have been fortunate enough to see Van Cliburn and Glen Gould in concert and, in my opinion, you have surpassed them both. Loved your interpretations as much as your talented left and right hands. Hope to see much more of you.

At 5:33pm on Wednesday, July 04, 2007, Mary Margaret Thompson wrote:

Congratulations, Adam, on winning the Gilmore Young Artists Award! I can't imagine anyone more deserving of this prestigious award than you. Bravo!

At 8:51am on Wednesday, June 06, 2007, Joseph wrote:

Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico is so fortunate to be able to attact such top quality performers as yourself. It is a wonderful city and the Teatro Degollado is an excellent locale. I look forward to your upcoming performance. Joseph

At 10:56pm on Saturday, May 12, 2007, Mariana Ramirez ( fan of México ) wrote:

Dear Adam: I'm looking foward to the concert that you are going to play in june here in Guadalajara, Mexico. I like so much your performance, and I hope shake your hand personality and get your autograph. I like so much play the piano too, and i love the classical music I'm your fan number 1 here in Guadalajara. I'm 16 years old. and I would love getting a CD of you. see you soon in degollado's teather.

At 1:34am on Tuesday, April 17, 2007, Sandro Russo wrote:

Hi Adam! It was nice meeting you at Steinway Hall, AND hearing your performance of the Rachmaninoff 3rd Concerto, which I enjoyed it a lot, and found it of great power and inspiration. With warm wishes, Sandro

At 12:58am on Tuesday, April 17, 2007, Prof. Aleksei Shipovalnikov wrote:

Dear Adam, You did excellent brain-spiritual-heart-professional performance in Steinway Hall with both Methner and Rachmaninoff. It was a long enough time for me to wait a such marvelous joy to hear such great performance in the City of New York! Only one thing what I wish discuss with you (true my e-mail or phone if you wish) its ..... Again, Congratulations! And Thank you Sincerely Yours Aleksei Shipovalnikov P.S. You have my card.

At 11:52pm on Saturday, March 24, 2007, a fan in houston wrote:

Your wonderful playing brings new life to many pieces that would otherwise be considered overplayed. I would love more than anything to hear you play either of the Brahms piano concertos.

At 5:39pm on Wednesday, March 21, 2007, Kathie Nicolet/Chicago Pianist wrote:

Adam ~ Such an illustrious career ahead of you! Much good luck and great success to you with your music! Kathie Nicolet/Chicago Pianist

At 4:42pm on Sunday, March 04, 2007, Cathy Wallach wrote:

Dear Adam, Rita Hamilton introduced me to your live recording of Rachmaninoff's Third Concerto. It is amazing! You play with such crispness and so much feeling at the same time. I can't stop listening to it. It doesn't work for "background" music at all for me because I have to just sit in front of the speakers mesmerized! Thank you so much for your incredible performance of my favorite composer's piece. I can't wait to meet you at the Rachmanioff conference here in New York in April. If you'd like to practice on my 1912 Steinway anytime, just set that up with Rita. All the best, Cathy

At 2:45pm on Thursday, May 18, 2006, japanese wrote:

you are a great pianist! yor must play also in japan !

At 12:40pm on Tuesday, May 16, 2006, mike curylo wrote:

czesz adam! there is a small recital in dallas by 2 Polish people studying at boston conservatory. they are 2 of 3 members of "three colors trio" which recently performed in Carnegie Hall. I hope you can come. Otherwise I will catch your next beethoven sonata performance at TCU. Is Chopin next? do widziena ! DUO RECITAL Presented by Elzbieta Brandys, flute & Maja Tremiszewska, piano Works by: C.P.E. Bach: Sonata G-Major, Nr. 127 Alexander Tansman: Sonatina for flute and piano Wojciech Kilar: Sonatina for flute and piano Charles Marie Widor: Suite Op. 34, for flute and piano SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2006 AT 5:00 P.M. free Lake Highlands Baptist Church, Dallas In the White Rock Lake Area 642 Brookhurst Drive Dallas, TX 75218 More info: Michael Curylo 817-938-7401

At 6:14pm on Monday, May 15, 2006, That Paschal Kid (or Sophia) wrote:

I went to hear your concert tuesday with a friend and although I couldn't express it backstage - you completely rock my socks. I've never seen anybody so into the music that they played before, except maybe my own piano teacher, Rozalie Levant. You are so expressive, even my friend was sitting rock still watching you. Which, if you ever get to know her, is high praise. You brought out little notes in the harmony i'd never even heard accented before, and they melded so perfectly, almost like a second melody. It was really shocking to realize that the way you played some of the recapitulations was completely different from the expositions you presented. And i had better shut up now before your entire guest book is clogged. Best wishes! And keep on being amazing.

At 1:59pm on Wednesday, April 12, 2006, Johnson K. Gao wrote:

Dear Adam: My son, my wife and I from Garland, TX drove to TCU to attend your concert. We enjoyed your performance very much. When I knew that you had won Shanghai's Gold, as an old Shanghaier, I hope that you may play more asian or Chinese music in the future. Hereby, I hope that you open the above url to hear my piano music 44 Ears. It is free downloadable. Or, you can help me to refine that piece of electronically made song and play it with good emotion. Thanks. Johnson K. Gao

At 11:07pm on Wednesday, April 05, 2006, Lisa wrote:

Hi Adam, Not quite sure if you still remember me from Texas Conservatory for Young Artists in Plano, TX so many years ago... I am now far far removed from the piano world (currently at Cornell University double majoring in biology and math), Anyways, congratulations on a blossoming concert career! If you give a concert in the Dallas region, I'll be sure to attend. Best of luck in all your endeavors!

At 3:58pm on Wednesday, March 22, 2006, Warwick Drakeford wrote:

Adam, A masterful performance Sunday of first three Beethoven sonatas! You never cease to amaze me and the audience with your virtuosity.

At 5:21pm on Tuesday, January 31, 2006, lang lang wrote:

hi adam golka this is lang lang i just heard your audio file of the chopin etude and mozart's sonata together and i thought that it is great!!! congratulations and keep going best regards.

At 11:00pm on Wednesday, January 18, 2006, Steve Lyon wrote:

Adam, What's up man? How's the big show? I just watched School of Rock and it reminded me of when you left high school to start your career. How are you doing man? I still remember those days in challenge class. Wow. Well just wanted to leave you a quick one. It would be nice to hear back from you. Later.

At 6:50pm on Tuesday, December 27, 2005, Naz Pourmalek wrote:

Hi Adam, I'm e-mailing from Vancouver, Canada, and I have heard so much about you from Wayne Weng. You sound like an amazing person and it would be a pleasure to meet you and hear you play in a concert. All the best, Naz

At 4:10pm on Sunday, November 20, 2005, Diane Smith-Salazar wrote:

Adam, I have just come from the concert that you did with the Fort Worth Symphony. I was so impressed by you and your stage presence. Thank you for a wonderful concert . I hope to see you again in the near future.

At 9:05pm on Saturday, November 19, 2005, Marion Scott wrote:

Hey Adam, Great web site. Wayne told me about it and I thought that I should check it out. Looks like you have a busy schedule ahead. Congrats!!! Marion Scott

At 12:42pm on Sunday, October 30, 2005, Jessica Stachyra wrote:

Hey Adam!!! Havn't seen you in a long time, looks like you're really busy! Hopefully I'll catch one of your concerts one day in the future. Best of luck in everything! ~Jessica

At 6:12pm on Wednesday, October 26, 2005, patricio apaez wrote:

hey adam how are u? well i wanted to see if u could add la campanella to your audio section please i have tried to find it everywhere but i just cant make it you will be doing me a big favor. well thanks and i hope you come tu mexico soon. bye

At 7:05am on Wednesday, September 28, 2005, Annelot Vijn wrote:

Dear Adam, Last sunday (Sept. 25th) I went to the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. I really enjoyed your concert. Thank you! Good luck with your career. Greetings from Annelot

At 6:41pm on Saturday, September 17, 2005, Carrie L. Kruchell wrote:

Adam - I brought my youngest daughter, Allison, to the Saenger Theatre this afternoon so she could see the rehearsal of the Mobile Symphony, and, of course, you....I had no idea you were so young until I visited your website. Your rendition of Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor (Chopin) was so beautiful, that you literally made my eyes well up with tears. I knew that my daughter would fall asleep if I took her to the 8 p.m. concert, so this was perfect. We really enjoyed it.

At 2:22pm on Wednesday, September 14, 2005, Sabina wrote:

Witaj Adam Nazywam sie Sabina,napewno zdziwisz sie widzac tutaj kilka"słów"po polsku. Od pewnego czasu zainteresowała mnie Twoja osoba..tzn. jest to troche zwiazane z moimi zainteresowaniami oraz ze znajomoscia dr.Dariusza Pawlas-a. Czy mógłbyś sie ze mna skontaktowac na moj prywatna poczte twoj nick z jakiegos komunikatora wtedy sie z Tobą skontaktuje. Zycze wielu sukcesów..i pozdrawiam

At 5:11pm on Sunday, September 04, 2005, Mary Margaret Thompson wrote:

Dear Adam, Your spectacular performance Friday night at Bass Hall left me absolutely breathless! Seriously, I don't think I began breathing until you finished the Liszt and I was on my feet, applauding furiously with everyone in the concert hall! Bravo! I look forward to hearing you play again, hopefully in November. Yours truly, Mary Margaret Thompson

At 4:17pm on Friday, September 02, 2005, Kimberly Clark-Dunn wrote:

Dear Adam, I and my six children will be attending your performance this November in Miami. I have tried to explain to them your great acheivements. You are such a handsome young man and your parents must be so proud! I look forward to meeting you. Kim

At 6:15am on Sunday, August 28, 2005, Yossi Milstein wrote:

Dear Adam, We just got back from poland where we also visited your Grandmother(who is my mother's first cousin)at her home. The proud grandmother has of course shown us some of your videos and we were very impressed. I am sure that this is just the beginning for you and you will go very far. We wish you much success and only the very best.

At 5:39am on Saturday, August 20, 2005, John Bundy wrote:

Adam, How wonderful to hear that your well-deserved career is blossoming!! This vindicates the strong impression I got 4 years ago at the Bachauer competition in Salt Lake City (and shames the myopic judges), and where I had the pleasure of meeting you and your mom, and was very impressed with your playing and overall maturity. I hope you will continue to add contemporary composers to your resume. All the Best! John

At 3:05pm on Monday, August 01, 2005, patricio apaez wrote:

hi adam i just wanted to give a suggestion , i would love if u put in the audio section "la campanella" that you played in guadalajara please thaks

At 3:51pm on Sunday, July 17, 2005, Denyse wrote:

Hey Adam, wow it was such a pleasure meeting you. I didn't talk much because I think I was sooo incredibly amazed at your experience and skill, you are truly an amazing musician, I couldn't believe and still can't believe you're 18 years old. Just to tell you...what you said at The GoldenDragon in Hillcrest about feeling like our Grandfather...I'd be honored to be one of your grandchildren..like Matt said "the fuit of your loins" haha. Well much luck to you. Please keep in touch you are truly a shining star in this ever darkening world. Denyse

At 9:27pm on Thursday, July 14, 2005, Robert Rauter wrote:

Dear Adam, My daughter and I were at your Bargemusic recital in New York last Friday. We spoke with you during intermission. You said you will perform in Miami this November. I don't see that on your website. Is it possible for someone to send me the details? I live in Florida and my daughter will be here in November. We want to see you play in Miami. I wish there was more space here to say how much we enjoyed your recital. I have seen many piano giants in performance; Richter, Lazar Berman, Rudolf Serkin, Michelangeli, Horowitz, Ashkenazy, and more. I predict you will someday be in that exalted group. Thanks, Bob Rauter

At 10:53pm on Monday, July 04, 2005, Brent Borbon wrote:

Hey Adam, I havn't seen you in a long time, so I looked you up out of interest. I noticed you had a performance in Houston recently but wasn't able to attend since I was out of town. Hope everything is going great! Tell your parents I said hi and I hope they are doing well. Take care in your inevitable endeavors! We should catch up some time... -Brent

At 4:25am on Saturday, July 02, 2005, Ha-Young Sul wrote:

Hi again! Just to tell you that I really enjoyed your new recording. Great!! Ps. I updated my new website address. Wish you all my best, H-Y

At 6:31pm on Tuesday, June 28, 2005, patricio wrote:

hi. thanks for playing la campanella on sunday it was great i did really liked your concert i hope you come back to mexico soon. ok tanks

At 7:04pm on Wednesday, June 22, 2005, Ellery wrote:

I just meet in Guadalajara. I guess you have an amazing sound. I will say some day, thirty years from now "I meet him in person, I talk to him at my school".

At 9:51am on Tuesday, June 21, 2005, patricio wrote:

hey i dont think you will remember me but i ask u for dinner at my place in sunday 29th when u played rachmaninoff´s concerto i think i would go to the next concert of paganini rhapsody and i think it would be great if u play for an encore liszt tracendental study no.12 or la campanella please. ok thats all thanks. see ya on fryday

At 9:49pm on Sunday, June 19, 2005, Lucy Álvarez wrote:

I cannot express with words the things I felt when I heard this afternoon the concert you gave here in Guadalajara. It was incredible! And you're only 18?... Congratulations you're a great performer. You had me and all the audience, I'm pretty sure of that. I hope you come back soon... Success!

At 1:53pm on Sunday, May 29, 2005, Layla Ghergherehchi wrote:

Wow! I always knew you were amazing and that great things would happen to you, even though we were only in junior high. I could only hope that you remember my insignificant self. Congratulations on everything. You are just absolutely incredible.

At 6:08am on Wednesday, May 25, 2005, Judy Master wrote:

Ms. Freeland recently went to your concert at the Wortham. She said it was amazing! Way to go, and this website is very classy.

At 12:33pm on Friday, May 13, 2005, di wrote:

you are igor's pride and joy.

At 9:28am on Wednesday, May 04, 2005, Colleen wrote:

Finally got to visit your website, Cool! All the best to you, Adam.

At 6:39am on Sunday, April 17, 2005, Edison Bhola wrote:

extremely looking forward to seeing you perform on videos!!!!

At 8:07am on Monday, April 11, 2005, Leslie Bartlett wrote:

Hi Adam. I brought my highly accomplished organist and her two children to your Hobby Center recital. She said, "There is not way one can describe adequately such a talent with mere words." Absolutely! What a marvelous afternoon for those of us who saw and listened. I do hope someday to tune a practice piano for you just to see how much abuse my own tunings can tolerate before they give way to your tremedous power. What a privilege to have been in the audience. Bravo and best wishes for magnificent ongoing success.

At 11:11pm on Sunday, April 03, 2005, Zsolt Bognár wrote:

Hello Adam! What a stellar website... totally GQ. What an astoundingly accomplished young man you are. I am still in disbelief over your rep. I'm sure you don't remember me, but we met briefly at Missouri Southern and then had lunch together in Ft Worth Texas during the Cliburn/TCU events. I still remember you clearly saying, "My brother is going to be the next Carlos Kleiber, I promise." If you ever have a free moment, I have a few questions for you about what you are up to these days and how is it that you managed to do so much already! Congratulations and best wishes! Zsolt Bognár in Cleveland, OH

At 12:31pm on Wednesday, March 23, 2005, james williams wrote:

Hey Adam, congratulations on last Sunday evenings performance. It was stellar!!! I hope the Hamburg piano I prepared for you was acceptable. I hope to see you soon! Take good care my friend, james williams & family.

At 12:17pm on Thursday, March 17, 2005, David Earl wrote:

Dear Adam, What a fantastic web site. Congratulations on your progress and achievements, particularly the championing of Medtner. Do let me know if you are coming over to Europe. Drop me a line when you have time. All good wishes, David

At 3:14pm on Wednesday, March 09, 2005, Marysia McNeilly wrote:

Congratulations Adasz! I still look at you and see that boy that Kasia & I used to play Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with... Best of luck in all your endeavors...

At 10:17am on Tuesday, March 08, 2005, Dr. Hui Wang wrote:

Hi, Adam I Listened your play on the net, it's great. You won the first prize in Shanghai International Competition, congreduation! Would you please send me your detail repertoires for that competition, and do you have CD or DVD recording for that competition which I can buy from you? Thank you very much Dr. Hui Wang 612 Pleasant Street Paxton, MA 01612 508-887-1978(cell) 508-752-7580(home)

At 8:58pm on Sunday, January 30, 2005, Yuan Huang wrote:

Bravo~~~~~~~~~I wish to listen to your performance of the complete Chopin Etudes. I am a collector of the recordings of the Chopin Etudes(So far I own 86 different complete sets, including some private rec.), I wish I could own a copy of your performance of this cycle~~~

At 8:42pm on Sunday, January 02, 2005, Michael & Bozena Kinalski wrote:

Adam, We have been watching you since you laid your little fingers on the keyboard for the first time. You are incredible and we are soooo proud of you.

At 4:25pm on Friday, December 17, 2004, hyo-sun lim wrote:

I heard about your web site from wayne. in fact, i am chatting with him, right now. I still have our precious memories at TCU deep in my mind. I am so glad that I have such a friend like you! we will keep in touch~ stay cool~

At 2:06pm on Thursday, November 25, 2004, Katarzyna Kimmel wrote:

Czesc Adam! Great website, when are you going to go skiing with us?!?! When are you going to be in Houston again?

At 8:21pm on Wednesday, November 17, 2004, Tony S. wrote:

Hello Adam, I enjoyed the audio samples (hope to hear more) and site design. Filesizes were a tad large for the quality. I was particularly impressed with your transcription (are you a fan of Hamelin/Volodos/Godowsky?), not to mention the diverse repertoire list. Best of luck in the future!

At 2:42pm on Tuesday, November 09, 2004, Greetings from Ha-Young wrote:

To Adam! How are you doing? I just found your website! I and a pianist (from Sweden), Romauld wanna congratulate for your great website and nice pictures online! It's interesting to view your large repertoire lists etc. I wish you all my best now and future, and I hope to hear you live again soon! H-Y (enclose my website,will update it...)

At 4:10pm on Saturday, November 06, 2004, Mary Margaret Thompson wrote:

Hello Adam! The website's incredible. Can't wait to hear you play again!

At 2:00am on Sunday, October 31, 2004, yoonjung Han wrote:

Hello,dear. Are you doing well?is everything going all right?? I read the message miao wrote-I MISS the time at TCU,too!!! I wish to see you again sometime(soon!). stay cool,healthy,nice and ..I donno...whatever...okay?:) Love,YJ

At 8:45am on Saturday, October 23, 2004, Brooks Fowler wrote:

Kyle told me he saw you play and how amazing your piano career is going. I don't know if you remember me but I remember listnening to you play piano in fourth grade for our music class at NCE. After you played kids came up and you signed autographs as a fourth grader. I also remember having slam dunk contests back behind my house in the alley and watching you play in talent shows. Congrats Adam on your amazing talents I know I haven't heard the last of Adam Golka.

At 12:37am on Saturday, October 23, 2004, Erik Clark wrote:

A truely accomplished pianist and an absolute delight as a friend! His masterful technique is rivaled only by his raw lust for the music itself! Best of luck Adam!

At 10:58am on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, Grace wrote:

Hey Adam~ I'm one of Anne-Marie's best friends from back home. I've heard lots about you and can't wait to meet you soon, hpefully! Btw great website!

At 3:36pm on Monday, October 18, 2004, Donato Cabrera wrote:

Great website! Kudos to your brother. When are we going to perform together?!

At 8:36pm on Sunday, October 17, 2004, Jeffrey Biegel wrote:

Dear Adam, I had found your site actually through your brother's! I am most impressed by your diversity and happy to learn you work with Jose--please give him warmest regards from me. I shall indeed look forward to hearing you someday and wish you best on the road ahead. With best wishes, Jeffrey Biegel

At 4:45am on Thursday, October 07, 2004, Mariusz wrote:

Fantastic website! I hope everything is going well.Let' s keep in touch.I wish You all the best for Your life.You' re amazing musician!

At 11:24am on Saturday, September 25, 2004, Miao/Lio(KUOK-MAN)/Roger wrote:

cool pictures man !! missing our beloved times at TCU !!! all the best~~~Yo, very nice website, take care and see ya in NYC!!!!!! (LIO)

At 8:16pm on Thursday, September 23, 2004, Mark Morrison wrote:

Hi Adam; it's Mark from your 7th grade P.E class. I started playing piano 3 days ago. I sat down on the bench today and remembered you. I searched your name on google (to see if you were famous yet) and I found your web site. I listened to your performances and they were phenominal. Congratulations on all that you have accomplished! E-Mail me if you'd like.

At 8:34am on Wednesday, September 22, 2004, Molly Lyons wrote:

Dear Adam, My friend, Emi Clark, and I were fortunate enough to "accidentally" witness your rehearsal last night at the Chicago Cultural Center when we stopped in to look at the stained glass on our way to the Goodman Theatre. What a happy accident! You gave it your heart and soul, for the 4-5 of us there. Not only do you have great technical ability but astonishing passion, which truly brought the music to life for me. I wish I could attend your concert today but am on my way back to Seattle. I look forward to watching your star flame across the skies and can only hope you come to the great northwest. Molly Lyons - Theatre Artist Resident Stage Director - Astoria Music Festival "Celebrating Classical Music on the Oregon Coast"

At 2:03pm on Monday, September 20, 2004, Rachel wrote:

Omg Adam you're playing sooo many concerts!!! That is so awesome!!! :) I love this website and I'm so excited to see you this week... It's been a long time-we can catch up! Best wishes and good luck on everything.

At 6:38pm on Monday, September 13, 2004, Matt Bowers wrote:

Sending you my best. Congrats on all your current successes thus far. p.s. I really enjoyed listening to the recordings on your web site. It's nice to hear someone who has their own sound, like the rest of the greats did.

At 4:19pm on Wednesday, September 01, 2004, John Slaby wrote:

I have never known a person of such incredible talent. His passion for music and playing comes through every note. A pianist destined for great accomplishements. A great website befitting this talented man!

At 12:18pm on Wednesday, September 01, 2004, Waldemar Sokalski wrote:

To nasz Adas! Tak o nim mowimy tu w Houston gdzie patrzylismy jak wsrastal. Jednak rozmiary jego telentu dawno juz przekroczyl skale naszych lokalnych marzen i oczekiwan. Adas jest nadal nasz ale jego myzyka nalezy do Swiata. Wiec niech trwa i cieszy serca ludzi wrazliwych, i niech o nim mowia: To Polak i pochodzi z Houston...

At 1:16pm on Thursday, August 26, 2004, Stephen Seleny wrote:

In my youth, in Hungary, I had the good fortune to encounter talents like Erno Dohnanyi, Annie Fischer, Tamas Vasary, Peter Frankl and Gyorgy Cziffra. Since then, I have heard many, many others of the same talent. You are one of them! I am proud of you and wish you the best! Stephen Seleny

At 2:10pm on Monday, August 23, 2004, Wayne wrote:

I love you, Adam.

At 6:07pm on Saturday, August 21, 2004, parents wrote:

Wspaniala robota, Karolku, super kazdy szczegol, piekne zdjecia, gratulacje, mozesz byc dumny! mama i tata