Rod McGaha is exactly what working musicians strive to be, a potent combination of virtuosity and unfettered artistic passion.  But who are we to say so?  Fair question. It has been said by more than a few that the good musicians know who are the good musicians; therefore -

Max Roach (jazz legend): “(Rod is) An important new and original voice.”  

Clark Terry (jazz legend):  “When I first heard Trees (Rod), I got that same feeling I got when I first heard Wynton.  Some musicians just have that thing!”

Jeff Coffin  (Dave Matthews Band):  “Rod McGaha is a one of a kind musician and has his own identity on the trumpet – an instrument that millions of people play- and that's saying something.”

Kirk Whalum (Grammy award winner):  “Rod McGaha doesn't think he has the luxury of ever releasing music he doesn't feel deeply.  I for one am glad that he connects us to his heart each time he connects to his mouthpiece.”

Victor Wooten (Grammy award-winning bassist) “ Rod is a special talent. Whether playing the trumpet, writing or arranging, he speaks with a voice that is uniquely his own. That is why I use him on my projects.”