Appreciations

…The authenticity of the things that the group presents in its shows, their diversity, the obvious professional approach has turned Doina Timisului throughout the years into the most authorized prompters of the Romanian folklore. For the members of this ensemble the success that was to come in Drummondville would have been very much assured by their rich professional experience as well as by the fact that for the second time they would be in front of the Canadian public. And success they had! I could notice it among the hundreds spectators which bearing the terrible heat applauded their performance…
"The Candle of Montreal"(Canada), July 2002

… By use of dynamics, professionalism and artistry you have enchanted us and you have borne testimony to the beauty of your folklore. We thank you for all these unforgettable moments…
Rene Frechette, general and artistic director of Mondial des Cultures Drummondville (Canada), July 2002

…Their performance is perfectly worked out and everything is presented to highlight the virtuosity of the performers…
" La liberte" (Switzerland), August 2001

…You should be proud of your group and undoubtedly you can tell them that they were the best group taking part in the festival of Ronda, this year. The artistic quality was of the highest degree, but for us, human quality was important above all, an element which does exist among the members of the group, and you can be proud by each one of them, because their behavior was outstanding…
Adela Ramirez, Director of Gala Folklorico Internacional de Ronda (Spain), November 2000

…The wonderful costumes the artistic capacity of your dancers, the harmony and discipline in their moves and the authenticity of the tradition of your country are some of the elements that we wish to point out and which impressed the audience of our city. You have proved yourselves to be excellent ambassadors of your country and thanks to you we have now formed a magnificent picture of the popular culture and tradition of your country. We are thrilled and happy for our common collaboration and we sincerely hope that it will be continued in the future as well...
Dr. Apostolos Gatzoyas, Director of International Folk Festival Ioannina (Greece), July 2000

…I want to especially thank you for your collaboration with our organization. You represent a perfect ensemble. A good orchestra, good dancers, a perfect leadership. We sincerely congratulate you…
Julio Fernandez Senra, President of Xornadas de Folklore de Orense (Spain), August 1995

…We will cherish the beautiful memories after our meetings with "Doina Timisului" ensemble, a genuine cultural ambassador of Romania, which has presented to us a spectacular and authentic picture of the traditional music and dances from Banat as well as from the neighborhood areas. We were similarly impressed by the beauty of their costumes and by the professional stature of the Romanian musicians. The participants in the probation period in folklore from Cornwall, coming from Canada and U.S.A., have very much appreciated your effort and willingness to share with them your folklore…
Guy Landry, President CIOFF Canada, December 1994