Alaya is a breathtaking composite of world music, jazz, and classical expressions. In other words, it’s Sandberg’s whole musical existence merging into a single stream. In these eight tracks, he delivers unto us an exultant music that’s incredibly personal and precise in its direction, yet universal in its language and ability to connect.
— Dan Bilawsky, All About Jazz
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There is a rising meteor in the musical firmament, a man of the sort of talent we can only associate with greatness. His name is Steve Sandberg. He has gathered together a band whose members are themselves leaders in their field. I, personally, become awestruck when listening to Steve Sandberg. His keyboard artistry and creative gifts are treasures awaiting the world’s recognition.
— Seymour Bernstein
A bountiful creative spirit, elevated by very fine musicianship. — Jon Sobel, BC blogcritics
Review of 3 Songs from the Dream Music Project
Blogcritics Review by Jon Sobel
All About Jazz Review by Mark Sullivan
All About Jazz Review by Dan Bilawsky
Sea of Tranquility Review by Jon Neudorf
Stereogum Review by Phil Freeman