Jane E. Collins

Sumter, SC

The Item, Sumter (SC) Daily Newspaper, February 20, 2005.
"Valentine performance offers variety of classics"

"Pianist Donald Shabkie began the evening up-tempo with the fast-paced Piano sonata in A minor by Domenico Scarlatti. Two later etudes by Alexander Scriabin also showcased Shabkie's direct approach, forgoing dramatics for a studied, forceful musical interpretation, one filled with passionate phrasing and clear articulation".

Review by Jane E. Collins, Special to The Item