“Music directed by Brandon Magid… able to hear and understand each word”
Al Bresloff, Chicago Stage and Screen
“The music directed by Brandon Magid, who did the arrangements with Joseph Fosco, never overshadowed the voices of the cast members and we were able to hear and understand each word of Jarrow's lyrics."
-Al Bresloff, Chicago Stage and Screen
“Snazzy… under the music direction of Brandon Magid”
John Olson
“They nicely execute the snazzy steps and hand motions by choreographer Ann Filmer and sing the show's songs quite professionally under the music direction of Brandon Magid.”
-John Olson
“Magid led the 9-piece pit orchestra… among the finest I have heard”
Tom Alvarez
“Musical director Brandon Magid led the nine-piece pit orchestra, which was among the finest I have heard accompanying any musical in Central Indiana. It's not surprising considering that IU is home to the prestigious Jacobs School of Music, where some of the musicians are students.”
-Tom Alvarez
“An absolute dream… detail- oriented, smart, and honest”
Krista Buccellato
“You’re in very capable hands if you find yourself working with Brandon as a music director. He works quickly and efficiently, which is an absolute dream. I never felt like our time was wasted or drawn out. He’s very detail- oriented, smart, and honest without ever being condescending or hard to interpret. I eagerly await the opportunity to work with him again, and you should, too!”
-Krista Buccellato
“Creates further insights and helps to fine-tune technical aspects”
Richard Vida
“Brandon has coached me for two Broadway tours and regional gigs, all of which I booked. As a vocal coach and rehearsal pianist, he is an active participant delivering direction and adjustments with ease and skill. His direction not only challenges me but also creates further insights and helps to fine-tune technical aspects. He’s the best!”
-Richard Vida
“Quick and insighful… not to mention, a lot of fun”
Lauren Worsham
“Brandon was supremely easy to work with on the scores for both Carnival! and Where’s Charley? He was quick and insightful about the material. Not to mention, a lot of fun.”
-Lauren Worsham
“Musical wizard… learn a difficult new piece in a flash”
Jenn Gambatese
“The word Magic and the name Magid are the same save one letter. Coincidence? I think not! Working with Brandon is like having your own personal musical wizard. He can help you learn a difficult new piece in a flash and empower you to feel great going into that audition!”
-Jenn Gambatese
“Enchanting band of three… bliss was born”
Connie Shakalis, Bloomington Herald Times
“Add to that Chris Rhoton’s eerily achromatic set, Jeff Small’s lighting design, music played and directed by Brandon Magid with his enchanting band of three and bliss was born.”
-Connie Shakalis, Bloomington Herald Times
“Very proud and enamored with Bradon Magid’s arranging work”
Amanda Ellerbe
“Very proud and enamored with Brandon Magid’s arranging work on this original musical based on the songs of Neko Case.”
-Amanda Ellerbe