Kiku Collins: Sign the Guestbook!

Bruce and Donna

July 20, 2008

We attended the Michael Bolton concert at my wife's insistence and I was thoroughly impressed to hear such fine trumpet playing from such a young lady. Thank you for allowing me to enjoy something that my wife dragged me to! I am planning on enjoying your album.

Gwenn Jester-Haslett

July 12, 2008

I heard Melba Liston on "Jazz Profiles" tonight and when I looked her up I found you as her friend on My space and I just bought some of your music. Wow. I'm an old auntie and I don't listen to a lot of radio or pop, I love the web. IF you're ever playing in the west (SEattle, SF, Honolulu maybe I can hear you live. The chances of your coming this far off the beaten path (Alaska) are a little slim. I'll check out the calendarfrom time to time. Good to find out about you!!!!!

Federico Duran

July 1, 2008

great work!

DJ Jedi

June 30, 2008

Yo Yo Yo

What's up Girl !!!

Bob

June 26, 2008

I saw you with Micheal Bolton in Vegas and you literally blew me away. I did not expect that at all. I am a trumpet player too and hope to play like you someday.

Ron Davis

June 12, 2008

Classy Lady, Classy Website. Love your sound! I look forward to the July 4th show at Foxwoods.

Erren Kelly

June 9, 2008

i bought your cd a couple of weeks ago and just wanted to tell you it's good. flugelhorn is not an instrument you hear much in jazz....chuck mangione was the last and only major jazz flugelhornist...your sound is tight, with a nice tone. you have good control over your instrument...but i didn't listen to the cd just for reasearch. i'm writing a book about jazz, and one of the characters in my novel is a female trumpet player, so i've been listening to your stuff andf other female jazz trumpeters....keep up the good work...

Javier Colomer

June 8, 2008

Hi Kiku,

Very nice your web site, just I would like comment that in a next future may be you can come to Spain for do a Master Classe or more.
Keep in contact about this.

Good look in all

Javi

Michelle

June 4, 2008

I love your music, you rock!!!- Michelle

May 13, 2008

I saw you at St Lucia Jazz Festival and you are beautiful and a great musician Thank you

Kaylynn Brown

May 8, 2008

Hey Kiku, it's "Kaylynn" from MySpace. I see you're blowin' through MN soon for a show. Any possibility of an hour lesson (I live 5 MN from downtown Minneapolis) if you swing into the Twin Cities....? I'm starting to feel trumpet geeked out again, (yay) and would love the chance to chat and learn something! :) Take care.

Samuel

May 3, 2008

xaqwGZ Hello! I'm Samuel Smith, i'm from Switqerland i and find your site really brilliant!

Mitja

April 24, 2008

I loved your CD!

Herbie

April 23, 2008

Hi, Kiku. I was online reading reviews/articles about different kinds of horns and came across your website. I admire your beautifully rich and full tone and technique. I agree that the trumpet is a "high maintenance significant other" (I just got back into Arban and Gordon myself), and I can empathize with you about the ebbs and flows of "the biz." But, you are blessed with some good gigs and clearly you are so blessed by your little one -- that comes through so loud and clear. It's great to know that a "hapa" sister is out there mixing it up on the trumpet in the music mainstream. Keep up the great work, and best of best wishes for continued success, Kiku. - Herbie from sunny Southern California

Celia

April 19, 2008

K!
just catching up on your adventures via your blog. miss you much!
much love to you and the family unit,
C

Thomas

April 1, 2008

I can not wait to see you play live! youre amazing!

Raymond R. Reines

March 20, 2008

*Speechless*
Hot hot hot

Bettina

February 28, 2008

Youre cd plays like a movie soundtrack. It makes me wish I was a filmmaker! I hope you are making more beautiful recordings soon?

J.X> Gilmore

February 26, 2008

Kiku,
Your music is wonderful. I am so glad I was exposed to you. I cannot wait to hear you live. DO ya thang girl!

Rey Guerrero

February 21, 2008

Hi there, my name's Rey and I'm a band director/(gigging musician)from El Paso, TX. I've recently been turned on to your music while attending a convention in San Antonio. I have two outstanding female trumpet players that feel so insecure about being the "only" girls playing trumpet in my middle school band. I picked up a couple of your Getzen posters for them and for my band room to inspire them and I asked them to look you up online and now they're hooked as well. You're an extremely talented musician and amazingly beautiful woman! I hope you make it out this way to perform sometime. Hope to hear from ya soon!

February 3, 2008

I have seen Le Scandal a few times and always enjoy it, but last Saturday was a real treat with you on stage. Please tell me you will be there from now on, and I will be returning every week! Very impressive playing, not just for a beautiful young lady but for any trumpet player out there.

February 3, 2008

Dude, so true re the freelancing. I (and every other freelance I know) go through the same trials and tribulations.

December was so quiet, and I got a ton of non-work stuff while I was trying not to fret about dwindling bank accounts.

Then January rolled around, and I've had more than I can handle. That's normal ups and downs, from what I hear.

During down times, I try to make sure I reach out to at least 5 different people every day to prospect for new work. It's a numbers game, and it works! That contributed to the explosion of projects I've had since the new year started.

Keep the faith and know that it will be busy again. That way you can enjoy your quieter times and get all those other projects done that we never seem to have time to do. :)

xoK

pete salerno

January 31, 2008

I retired from NYPD in '05 and now work with Manhattan DA's ofice.Last time I saw you was at Dr's office when you were pregnant, my son should be your daughters age. Congrats on all your success.

Jean

January 30, 2008

Hey Kiku,
I finally jumped off of your myspace and checked you out here. Great website Kiku. I wish you continued success.

Katebird Rex

January 29, 2008

Hey, Keeks--

Catching up on your bloggage... I am so sorry to hear about Poopie. They give us so much joy by sharing their lives with us, but it's sad when they go. She'll always be with you and TNT.

Sending good thoughts to Feather Jr.--that is very cool. We're hoping for some baby tortoises in a couple of months if all goes well with the egg incubation...

xoK

George Grosman

January 25, 2008

wow...wow...wow
Thank you for your amazing music and everything else. You're a "mensch". Just discovered your website - I'm guitar player in Toronto. If you ever pass through here, I'll be in the audience

http://www.georgegrosman.com

Derrick Lee

January 18, 2008

Kiku....I admire you. If at all possible, can you give me some heads up on a trumpet gig. I really do need one.

Thanks,

Derrick Lee
Trumpet Player
Atlanta, Ga

January 17, 2008

I LOVED your Getzen ad in the ITG Journal! I screamed when I saw it. :)

Skip Magnuson

January 8, 2008

I would like to see you do a classical trumpet musical CD. I like soft Jazz but I like classical better. You have the training. Please do it.

Dialis Figueroa

January 7, 2008

Loved your CD!!!!

Kristi

December 27, 2007

Hi Kiku,
I hope that you and TNT are having a wonderful holiday season! :)

WOW I can't believe that you have been playing with Michael Bolton!

I bought an iPod nano so I am adding the songs from your CD to it. :) I really like the title track a lot!

Jim Martin

December 25, 2007

Kiku, Thanks so much for the CD. That was very kind of you. I listened to it last night and really liked it. I hope you have a very nice Christmas. Enjoy your daughter. and I'll keep checking back to see if you get into the Chicago area for a show. Thanks again and you keep smiling too.

Fudakochi

December 19, 2007

Keep doing you thing peace and blessings

Jose Barraza

December 13, 2007

!!! i love how you play!!! you transmit so much and your just so so so awesome!

KateBird Rex

December 10, 2007

CORN NUTS!!!!!!

MMMMMMMMMMmmmmmmmmmmmmm, corn nuts!!!!!!!

My snake also loves them.

WUFB??

xoxoK
http://www.kateweb.com

Chris Fischer

November 30, 2007

Wow, Kiku! Its been a long time and a million miles on the odometer since those days at Fairview Lake taking direction from Mr. James. I'm glad to see you've made it big...you were always a waaay better trumpeter than I.

I've got you beat in other ways, I've got six kids!!

Hope you're happy in your life and that Howard is great too.

Robin Church

November 26, 2007

What a talent you are! Wonderful charity you support, too.

So tell me more about the "strange sounding exercises prescribed by Laura Frink!"

Dialis E. Figueroa

November 23, 2007

I love your style! My daughter is a huge fan of yours!

Mark Van Kouteren

November 16, 2007

Hey there stranger ;-)

JONATHAN LAURINCE

October 23, 2007

Hi KiKU, as usual I don't care what people say, you sound and look good. Keep it up girl. God bless...

Jonathanlaurince.com

Tyler fagan

October 20, 2007

what does your trombone look like

Mark Mitchell

October 6, 2007

Kiku, Saw you at the Sugar Bar last night(10/5/07). You were incredible. You have so much control with that horn. Hope to see and hear you again.
Mark Mitchell

jan-mitchell ko

October 3, 2007

What's up with Robin? she is probably joking right? ha, well I like your music and I am a trumpeter player myself and it's always good to hear a female with some chops! keep it up!

Robin

September 28, 2007

CONGRATS on the upcoming nuptials! LOL...and pray tell what will the mother of the bride be wearing??? Out of the mouths of babes, huh!!!Gotta love 'em...thanks for sharing that story, it made my day!!!

Tanya

September 26, 2007

Your name is striking and while I realize its meaning, it is perfect for the defined and radiant features you possess. You are, a flower. .. like the beautiful chrysanthemum. .. I say "like" because we really do define our realities as we grow.. Like everyone, you too will see how the love you spread will shape you into something still more radiant and amazing....

Many blessings to you, as you continue to grow in your life, family and career. ..

Tanya

A new fan!

September 21, 2007

You girls make the Bolton shows more amazing. I hope to meet you someday.

Kelly Hockaday

September 18, 2007

Complain/complain....you are hilarious girl!!! Drive her crazy...it doesn't seem like it'll take much else. :-) Then she'll be out of your hair...and hearing distance. Hope you and mini-you is doing well. How's school going for her? The girls switched to public school this year and are LOVING it...they're not used to teachers NOT yelling at them! Take care....

AO

September 18, 2007

Yes!

Kostas Katsandredakis

September 7, 2007

Dear Kiku,

at fisrt, thank you for the great time that i spend listening your excelend music and performance.
Additionaly i took some new listeners in our eradio (they loved you).
Kostas - www.radiophone.gr

Jenny

September 5, 2007

I am so glad I found your website. Saw you with Michael Bolton last week and had to find you on the internet. Love your playing and singing and I can tell you love to do it. I hope to catch you again soon with Michael and am ordering your cd!

Tony Ellis

September 5, 2007

BRAVA!! for your beatiful music.

Kelly H (aka VA Kelly)

August 26, 2007

What a coooool site! Great pictures. Hope you catch you soon....

TAH

August 17, 2007

Hi Kiku!

Thanks for the great music and entertaining the wonderful prospects of bringing it here to the Sun Valley, Idaho area sometime soon !

Much love !

Tanya

A Fan

August 16, 2007

Best of luck on the Bolton tour, they are lucky to have you. I will try and catch a show.

David Reisberg

August 11, 2007

Dear Kiku,
Thank you for your support of AboutFace USA. I hope you will eb able to particiapte in one of our family events in the future. they are great fun. Best wishes for continued success.
Sincerely.
Dr. David J. Reisberg, President
AboutFace USA

pauline

July 26, 2007

i am the owner of the health food shop in durham of course i remember you would be nice to hear from you ps hows the neck?

JD

July 19, 2007

Saw you rock with Mad Juana. Awsome!

E

July 13, 2007

You just get mo' better every single time I hear you Flower... The world is a better place with your music in it. Love, E

July 8, 2007

Your performance at the Brass festival was stunning. Thank you for beautiful music and presence. Your music and personality are very inviting and inspiring. I hope you will come back!

Joe New

June 28, 2007

Rarely have I encountered such a magnetic web presence-nice job on my pal Blackie Farrell's opus Sonona's Death Row. Check out Robert Earl Keene"s version. You may make a jazzbo out of me yet

Kirsten Glass

June 20, 2007

Kiku - not sure if you remember your old roomie! I just came across your site. Looks amazing. I'm glad you are happy and have a daughter. Good for you! All the best, Kirsten

Prince of Bohane

June 19, 2007

Well, I didn't see ray....but I think he stole my wallet!! Damn You, Romano!!

agus

June 13, 2007

the site looks great and sexy!

Jeff Oster

June 12, 2007

I love your music...

edwin cuevas

June 3, 2007

You Great,wonderful trumpet player
i love you site,any DVD concert for sale. and any concert here in Jersey

Debbie Oliver

June 2, 2007

You're incredible! Not only do I love the new site, but I can't get enough of the CD, including Tani's cute little intro on Cartoons of the Prophet...gee, I miss you guys...sure wish our paths wouldn't keep crossing!

Much love,
Deb

"UA" Greenlight

May 31, 2007

Hey babe.. Droppin by to show some love!! Diggin the changes on this page. Keep smilin love cuz it looks GOOD on you!!

xoxox

Michael Araneo

May 31, 2007

Hi Kiku,
I just stopped by and noticed all of the changes. The site looks beautiful as do you! Hope all is well,
-Michael

C-monsta

May 30, 2007

Hey K! I LOVE the new look of your website.
have a GREAT CD release tonight...i'ma gonna try and pop my head in, i'll just be down the street. xoxoxoxo - La Maquina

sergio munafò

May 27, 2007

hello! how are you? i'm very happy
i want to play with you again...
you are great..don't forget send me our photos..i like your sound bye bye kiku

Alessio

May 24, 2007

The first and the only one time I saw Kiku was tonight in Agrigento, Sicily, and the first think I said her was "you're the most sensual trompeter I ever heard!". She has maybe the sweetest smile I ever seen, and...between her and dizzy gillespie...I prefere her!
Maybe You will remind me, maybe not, but you gave me a beautiful hours with your sound and yourself. Thank's a lot...

May 18, 2007

Love the CD, you are gonna rock italy!

Kristi

April 26, 2007

Hi Kiku,
Finally got your CD! It is AWESOME! :) It sounds sooooo good on my stereo system.

Hope that everything is well with both you and TNT!

Jay Cavanaugh

April 19, 2007

Nothing wrong with having choice's. Better than none at all. As you observed, you work hard and I believe that hard work combined with a wee bit o luck brings opportunity knocking at the door. But I hear ya, your standing at that ol cross road wondering which way to go, always a challange. Cheers Jayster :)

Collin Frendz

April 19, 2007

Congrats on everything...the photo shoot, the show May 30, the show you're planning with your friend...teaching young people about music...and for sharing it all! Hope to catch the May 30 show! Still LOVING the CD!

Kelly Hockaday (VA Kelly - cleftAdvocate)

April 19, 2007

WOW!!! You go girl. I hate painting, too, but man, the house does look better. Luckily my mom helped me out last summer. Half the house done, half more to go...along with stripping the floors, new siding, new windows, redoing the upstairs bathroom...did I mention I'm not great at renovating? :-)

Glad to hear that things are wild and wonderful for you. You so deserve it.

elizabeth!

April 19, 2007

You are such a rock star!

k-bird supreme

April 17, 2007

Your wish is my command. Bloggage! Well, something resembling bloggage.

OK, Friday! Dancing! Please? Friday?

xoxoxoK
http://www.kateweb.com

Asarel

April 15, 2007

Hey! I met Beyonce's band at the Hilton in Nagoya. Man!! are they coool! They where all so nice to pose with my son. They rock!!

Gina Anderson

April 9, 2007

Way to go!! You are really making a name for yourself. I love the music on our CD, you sound great.

I am from Interlochen 1989
Have the best day of your life, today!

Kristi

April 1, 2007

Hey Kiku,
I just pre-ordered your CD from Amazon! I love the title track. I am anxious to get the CD so I can hear the rest of the tracks! Tell TNT Hi from me! Hope that she is feeling better!

Would love to hear from you!

Luis Melgar (from Spain)

March 30, 2007

I know you since 10 minutes ago (from CDBaby.com) looking for jazz and smooth jazz music.

I'm glad to meet you and I think that your sound will go with me the rest of my life from now.
I Thank you because you do it so lovely.
Luis.

Lorie

March 23, 2007

Hey girl,
You are Awesome and an inspiration to many up and coming young girls that know they can do it too.
Right on!
Thank you.

Sarahj

March 19, 2007

Just poppin in to say hi....

Mike Vax

March 19, 2007

Hi Kiku:
What a joy to know that you are playing my 3001 MV model Getzen trumpet, and that you are doing so well with your career. We will have to stay in touch.

Brett Getzen

March 9, 2007

May have a new horn? Come on, that baby is all you.

celia

March 5, 2007

kiku!!!
my record needs you!!!
i will call you.
hope you're in town for a bit.
luv
la maquina

Don

February 28, 2007

I've enjoyed your post on TrumpetHerald. Great to have you giving us insight into your world.

Maria Cali

February 21, 2007

Wonderful playing. I look forward to meeting you.

Maria Cali

Jonathan Laurince

February 21, 2007

Hi Kiku,
abviously, not your trumpet sound is awesome, but your web page is very nice also. Now I know you're a singer, actress, produce and a pretty woman, wow! it's all in one. Honestly you have what it takes to really succeed althought you're already a very accomplished musician. I wish you health, properity and more success.

God Bless!

www.jonathanlaurince.com

Jason Langley

February 10, 2007

Hope you're feelin' better soon hun ... :)

Janna

February 10, 2007

Kiku!! Hope you are feeling better soon and get back to rockin that trumpet :) You are awesome. I can't wait to get your cd...gonna get soon soon soon:P Best wishes to you and your "mini you". Janna Banana

Julie Lillis

February 10, 2007

Hey

Just dropping by ur site to show some support.

Oh...Love love the album!! If some1's reading this and aint got this girls CD, shame on u!! Go buy it now!! ;-)

Hope u get over ur flu soon darling.

Take care xx

Rick Romero

February 10, 2007

Recently saw Beyonce concert in Japan on Direct TV, and I was truly mezmerized by you. Was not only extremely impressed with the all girl band (very talented), but your beauty, charisma, and talent, I'm now a fan for life!

Caroline

February 9, 2007

huuurumph piano??? I think not my friend them pianos are vicious on the skull one falls on ya and ya have more than a head ache.. where as a trumpete.. youll get a good size goose egg.. but at least youd still be standing ;)
seriously hope ya get well soon!!!!! chicken soup kisses and warm blankie hugz C

Jeff Oster

February 6, 2007

Listening to Here With Me makes me want to be There With You...

WHAT A GREAT TRACK!!!!

Thought you should know....

jeff

kate

February 1, 2007

Emancipation?!

xoxoK

Donna M Tegan

January 29, 2007

Didn't think I'd pass this visitation up did you? Wonderful and amazing!!!!

Rebecca (Sanferrare) Throop

January 29, 2007

Kiku - You clearly ROCK! Your dad sent us a link to your newest article and I've had a great time looking around your site! How do you do it all! Hope you have a wonderful 2007 with your family. Oh and I laughed very hard to see you with Chaka Kahn - I recall singing that MANY times with you as a kid! Fondly, Becka

Caroline

January 29, 2007

"One,two,free..GO!!" buy Kikus cd if you haven't allready!!!!it is AMAZING!!!!!!!!