"Darlene Koldenhoven ascends to heights heretofore unknown with her celestial vocals on Infinite Voice. Her pure, crystalline voice is the one you hear when the golden sun rises, the silver stars shine and the saddened angels weep. Her intricate blend of classical elements and World genres is mesmerizing as well as a feast for the spirit."
– RJ Lannan, New Age Reporter
"Darlene Koldenhoven has a rich, full, and beautiful voice. Her sound blends perfectly with this mix of classical opera, newer music from film scores to Sting, and original music—all beautifully arranged. To find pure human vocal magic, look no further."
Emlyn Freeman, "Play List Staff Picks"
"Sublime. This is singing and artistry of the highest order. There is a purity and an honesty here that is seldom found these days. The technical refinement of Miss Koldenhoven's voice is without question. More importantly, there is an emotional integrity to her performances that is her most distinguishing quality. This album is a must for anyone with ears and a soul."
– Jeremy Lubbock, Grammy winning Composer, Arranger,
Awakening, Barbara Streisand, Celine Dion, Sting
"Darlene’s singing has always been full of remarkable versatility, and this project is no exception. Her unique approach to these pieces are what sets her apart from the rest of the field. Check out the Delibes Flower Duet from “Lakme”...in addition to her beautiful instrument, her stamp of originality is indelible on both versions. And we get to hear her on both parts! “The Infinite Voice” is aptly named....(it could also have been called “infinite creativity,” “infinite technique,” and “infinite curiosity.”)
– Dave Grusin, Oscar winning Film Composer -
The Milagro Beanfield War and multi-Oscar nominee;
multi-Grammy winner and multi-Grammy nominee;
Arranger, Pianist, Recording Artist.
". . . Darlene is the only singer I can think of, and I’ve worked with many, whose voice and singing can literally hypnotize and sometimes just plain kills me. I would kiss her feet if I could be assured that my wife wouldn’t punish me for it."
–Ira Newborn, Film Composer - Ferris Bueller's Day Off,
Naked Gun 33 1/3, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective;
Guitarist/Musical Director: Manhatten Transfer
“I love the record...your selection of songs is great...I know and love so many of the songs you chose to recreate...I think the sound and the instrumentation is of very, very high quality...and your voice...wow...what can i say? I like that the record opens and closes with the same theme...the cover art and photos of you are beautiful, angelic, and pure...I wish you the very, very best of luck with your release...it's unique and well done and deserves recognition...”
Composer/Keyboardist
"Darlene is one of a kind. She owns the vocal stratosphere, making the upper musical notes soft, light and luminous, like a beautifully lit cloud. And, like all great artists, Darlene makes the difficult seem natural and effortless. I know the joy of hearing her voice bring my own music to life. What a feeling! Truly a gift from God!"
–Charles Bernstein, Emmy winning Film Composer -
Little Miss Perfect; multi-Emmy nominee;
A Nightmare on Elm Street, Cujo, Love At First Bite;
Author-Film Music
"Una voce angelica e allo stesso tempo decisa, una grande liberta espressiva accompagnata da una dedizione assoluta allo studo compositivo: non sono paradossi, ma qualita che convivono e insieme danno vita al profilo del tutto orginale di una cantante per la quale sono stati scomodati importanti aggettivi: Darlene Koldenhoven. . . . "
–Chiara Carolei
New Age & New Sounds from Emme K, Como, Italy
“We know that high frequency sound is alerting and stimulating to the mind. Dr. Tomatis, a French physician and pioneer in psychoacoustics, pointed out that the high frequencies nourish our sense of mysticism, spirituality and the expression of our highest ideals. The beautiful silvery voice of Darlene Koldenhoven as expressed in her album Infinite Voice arouses these sensibilities when listened to carefully and deeply, not just as entertainment. As an example, listen to Song of my Soul; feel uplifted out of the personal self and into contact with your essential nature.”
–Dr. Ron Minson, MD, Board Certified Psychiatrist & Neurologist, Tomatis Practioner & Developer of Dynamic Listening Systems
"This her newest classical crossover album, demonstrates her extraordinary five-octave vocal range and angelic, soul-soaring notes...A sublime, inspirational album."
– Richard Giles, Nexus Magazine, April-May, 2007 worldwide
"She truly does have an outstanding voice. Often times I look for what I call 'the voice of angels' for the channel. Well, I certainly found one in Darlene. She truly is incredible."
–Russ Davis, Program Director, XM Satellite Radio
AudioVisions Playlist, now playing Infinite Voice tracks 2,3,6,10,11
"If everyone started the day listening to Darlene Koldenhoven's Infinite Voice, there would be no savage beast left un-soothed on the planet."
– Stephanie Dubois, "Beck/Smith"
(nationally syndicated entertainment newspaper column)
"Darlene is an extraordinary singer. She effortlessly creates the voice you hope angels really sound like . . . There seems to be no limit to her range, and she is the role model for the right way to use the voice . . . I am in awe of her consummate musicianship, keen sense of style, and simply that great sound! . . . a lovely CD."
–Ian Freebairn-Smith, KCSN "Morning Classical" Radio Host,
Grammy winning arranger, composer
"This afternoon was preview time for recent CDs. I moved all to the reject shelf except this Darlene Koldenhoven CD, Infinite Voice. It's a perfect fit for our classical crossover acoustic music program in syndication and internet stream. I have selected it as our current PICK. Thanks for the heads up on this one."
–RA Campbell, Radio Programmer, Mexico, AcousticDigest.org
"Wow, is all I can say to your beautiful voice! Infinite Voice has a beauty unlike any other disc I have heard. It is a truely unique and warm release."
–Misha Lukasavige, WWSP "Acoustic Revival" producer, Wisconsin
"I've just received Infinite Voice by Darlene Koldenhoven. Thank you so much! I am going to add it to the Station library for playing on LA OTRA ORILLA and sharing the music with my listeners from next Monday on...I've been a fan of Yanni for many years...I was always thrilled by the female voice he used of the version of Leo Delibes' piece: Sous le dome epais...Now I can enjoy an entire album of that artist's female voice...Thank you!
–Francisco M. Lopez Herrero, La Ora Orilla Radio Broadcaster, Spain
"Darlene is one of the greatest vocalists of our generation. Her ability to send her vocals into the air is ethereal and other worldly, and the purity in her ability to execute an impromptu composition or vocal arrangement is nothing short of genius. Her voice is one of the essential elements in the orchestra. She could sing on any classical piece written without a vocalist in mind and she could enhance that piece, making it complete."
– Sandy Wells, Author, Painter, Photographer
"Darlene's voice is spectacular! She is the Stradivarius of singers."
– Ken Levine, Emmy winning Writer/Director,
Frasier, Becker, Cheers, Mash
"Beautiful beyond words . . ."
– Leslie Zemekis, Actress, The Polar Express, Beowulf
"Infinite Voice is truly a magnificent masterpiece of musicianship and performance. Her Infinite Voice shall be just that in the annals of time, be it for pure musical enjoyment or for meditative and restorative effects. I love it! Infinite Voice now wears the crown in my music library."
– Vortex View
"Thanks a million for the Infinite Voice CD by Darlene Koldenhoven. It soothes the soul. I shared it with the ER staff at Bear Valley Community Hospital and all were amazed at the relaxing effect it had. I swear it has a healing effect, it is better than medication!"
– Natalie A. Hofmans, Big Bear, CA
"Infinite Voice is one of my favorite albums to pop into the player after a long and difficult day at work. Its soothing lightly classical pieces with Koldenhoven's angelic vocals do much to sooth an agitated spirit and sing peace to the soul. Wonderful Darlene! We need more like this."
– J.Schutt, Amazon.com Reviewer
"Surely Darlene Koldenhoven has one of the most beautiful female voices in the world. The song selections, the accompanying music and the quality of recording are supurb."
–H. Alan Elmore, Greenville, SC, Amazon.com Reviewer