"He is a singular musician that is developing a highly personal and sophisticated expression,
and is one of the few musicians of his generation that will help define the future course of jazz."
- Frank Carlberg
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"Vardan is that rare individual who embodies the power and potential of the human spirit to create beauty,
inspiring all of us to rise above our imagined limitations"
- Jeff Williams
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"The writing is beautiful and the texture is great with the voice and piano.
There's a unifying element to the compositions throughout, so the listener can really go on a journey with all of you."
- Brad Mehldau about "Sketch Book"
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"Having had the chance to play with him, (and to record with him) I can only say that he is 'the real deal, and the whole package' "
- Mick Goodrick
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