Testimonials of Clients and Peers for Visual Design & Consultations
Please submit a request for Dr. Morton's recommendation letter as it is personal and not for public viewing. But definitely worth reading. Ron was on staff at Cicero North Syracuse HS for 13 years.
Dr. David Morton - Director of Fine Arts
North Syracuse HS, Cicero, NY
Ron has been the greatest thing to happen to our organization in a long time. His guidance and support have been instrumental getting us back in to winter guard mode after being a dance ensemble for two years.
This guy is the whole package he doesn't just ask a few questions then drop drill in your lap. He is involved in as many aspects of the production as you wish, is always available for advice or consultation, and insists on being involved throughout the season, no matter how many obligations he may have. He is patient, great with the kids, and very responsive when problems arise.
I honestly feel lucky to have been able to work with such a talent. He takes such joy in what he does it's actually contagious! I don't even want to think where we would be without him. He did an outstanding job with our dance ensemble last year, and I couldn't be happier with the program this ear. I look forward to many years of collaboration and productive programs!
Thank you, Ron! You're an inspiration
Dawn Michel - Director of Color Guards
North Tonawanda High School's "Simplicity"
CFP Client 2000-2003
We've been very fortunate to have Ron advising, and designing for us for eight years. As a direct result of his expertise and advice, we've experienced incredible growth both musically and visually.
When Ron joined us, ours was a respectable, successful program described by others in the local area as "the little band that could". But, we had arrived at the point where we were confined by our own self-perceptions. From our very first conversation, Ron was able to synthesize my desire to break out of our existing mold with a concrete plan of action.
Fast-forward eight years, and we are a different marching band program: we have a clearly defined group identity; our organizational structure (staff and student leaders) is focused and efficient; our program as a whole now sets trends instead of following them. Our festival and competition successes in the last several years are noteworthy.
Our most recent achievement was our being selected as the only in-state band to represent Arizona in the Fiesta Bowl National Band Championship this coming season (2005).
Two words: hire him.
Leo Werner - National Board Certified Teacher
Director of Bands, Mountain Pointe High School Phoenix AZ
CFP Client since 1996.
This man is a "straight- no chaser" kind of guy. He calls them as he sees them while being very student oriented and knows how to generate a great response from the audience. Without his input, you're missing out, so don't be foolish! You'll want to hear what he has to say. His clinic on starting and managing a marching band was one of the best presentations I have ever been to. His experience along with his sarcastic wit comes through the first 10 minutes and the next thing you know, it's 3 hours later and you have so much info, you don't know what to do with it all. Thanks Ron!
Past Members of the Crane School of Music MENC , SUNY Pottsdam, NY
Ron, The drill work is just exquisite! We're very pleased! Thanks so much for all your hard work!
Ayatey Shabazz, Asst. Director and Musical Arranger: John Murrah HS, Mississippi
"Ron you have got these girls to climb mountains and the program has grown so much. I know it's all to your credit and hard work. I can't wait to see where they go next. You care about these girls and they respond with being great performers."
Romona Wenck, Superintendent of School, Laurens Central, Laurens NY The Laurens Jaguars were reformatted and developed into consistent WGI regional finalists as well as the educational programing and training units started with guidance from CFP from 1995-2000.
Ron and Company Front Productions has always provided our program with services that are not only successful,but prompt and professional as well.
Their designs have not only exhibited the visual artistry required today,but have been insightful into the abilities and needs of our students.
Bill Burns - Director of Bands
Corry Jr. Sr. High School
Corry Pennsylvania CFP Client for 6 years
I have used the services of Company Front Productions since 1999 with my winterguards, Mt. Markham High School in West Winfield, NY. Being a brand new organization, Ron Abate' and his staff were extremely helpful during the "ground floor" stages of this organization! Ron connected me with equipment and movement designers that were geared to a Novice or entry level design, gave input to musical choices, sketched out counts and programmed effect moments, personally taught the drill in a VERY short period of time and was ALWAYS available for consultation! He was most helpful in explaining his design techniques and methods for staff understanding and for adjudication analysis and is VERY flexible on the amount of input you would like him to have. He will be involved as little or as much as you desire and is an EXCELLENT communicator! He will never make you feel like your ideas are ridiculous or inconsequential and he is WONDERFUL with young people! His humor and effectiveness in a group setting are great! Whether you are a beginner or experienced in the pageantry arts, you should contact Company Front Productions! Ron Abate' believes in service being paramount and you certainly won't be disappointed!!
Sincerely,
Carrie Abate' - Director
Mt. Markham Colourguards
P.S. This is NOT a paid testimonial and Ron did not make me write this!!!!!!!
Mount Markham and their colourguards have been CFP Clients Since 1999
I have been in the business of creating 'moving' music for a number of years with several drill designers. When I began working with Ron, both with other clients as well as for my own band here at Brockport, I was immediately impressed with the musicality of his work as well as the sensical transitions that are such a vital part of his art. There is no need for the traditional flow chart and instrument placement lists because he can interpret the score and bring the motion of the music to life. He understands phrasing and balance and that is the cornerstone of his drills. Hire him. You won't be sorry.
Shawn Halquist - Director of Bands
Brockport HS, Brockport, New York
CFP Client since 1999
