Quotes

"Kirby is a mentor and a role model for me. She conducts her business with vision, passion, integrity, and enthusiasm -- rare qualities in any sector. Her impeccable reputation and continued thirst for knowledge sustain her long-standing position as the go-to person in Edmonton for management advice”.

Shauna de Cartier (artist manager, Six Shooter Records)

“Kirby is a priceless gift to Alberta's musical community. A great set of ears, up to date technical knowledge, a passion for what she does and a great sense of fairness are among her greatest assets. I've known Kirby for more than fifteen years and consider her a true friend and a great talent”.

Steve Pineo (singer, guitarist, songwriter)

“Kirby understands the art of making music better than most of the musicians she works with”.

Rubim de Toledo (bassist, composer)

"I have worked with Kirby in a number of capacities and on a variety of projects over the past two decades. The reasons I continue to enlist her services in a number of capacities ranging from production management to sound reinforcement are too numerous to mention here. I will say this, Kirby's desire for perfection and the best possible performance from all involved on any show, or at any festival she's worked on, causes the bar to be raised across the board. Simply put, everyone benefits when Kirby is part of the team”.

Peter North (Music Journalist & CKUA Radio Music Director)

"Kirby has a rare ability to keep one eye firmly on the bottom line while raising the other well above it”.

Stewart MacDougall (singer, songwriter, keyboardist)

"I have been in this business for 30 years. The number of competent individuals who are trustworthy that I've come across in that time is minimal. Out of those few, the ones who are also passionate about the "Art" I can count on one hand. Kirby is on that one hand”.

Josh Marantz (artist manager, talent buyer)

“Kirby is the Mother Theresa of the Edmonton music business”.

Lester Quitzau (guitarist, songwriter, singer)

“A rare mix of indie street credibility, great ears and real industry knowledge gives Kirby the ideal balance between the music and the business. Anyone lucky enough to have her in their corner would agree”.

Mario Allende (drummer, ¡Bomba! bandleader)

“When you work with Kirby, as I have many times, you get an easy to work with professional with vast experience. Which, most important of all, leads to a worry free gig. She’s the best”.

Brent Parkin (guitarist, songwriter, singer)

“Thoroughly professional only begins to describe Kirby. She's one of the most efficient people I've ever worked with. Kirby is thinking of every angle to enhance an event, and then takes care of the details you haven't even thought of yet! She's well organized and has a breezy style that makes it seem easy. On top of it all -- she's friendly and considerate. A treat to work with. And I mean every word of it”.

Lark Clark (CKUA radio announcer)