“I am greatly impressed by his music. This includes trombone performance, improvisation, arranging and composing, as well as leading his wonderful ensemble. He exhibits all the traits of a great, multi talented, creative spirit. ”

- Art Baron, trombonist with Duke Ellington

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“Creative” - Vincent Herring (Grammy Winner)​

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“An extraordinary artist with a proven track record of excellence”

- Sam Burtis, trombonist with Charles Mingus and Tito Puente

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“Dunkel has breathtaking virtuosity, a beautiful melodic sense, and a deep knowledge of the jazz tradition and repertoire”

- Bruce Barth, pianist with Tony Bennett 

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"Unusual, powerful, and utterly captivating”

- Die Volksstimme (Swiss Newspaper)

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Amadis Dunkel: A Mighty Good Thing (CD). Swiss-born, New York-native Amadis Dunkel’s debut album is very well titled, indeed. Joined in a two-trombone front line by the very accomplished Luis Bonilla, Dunkel presents five solid original compositions plus his engaging arrangement of Dizzy Gillespie’s “Con Alma.” - Bob Bernotas  http://www.jazzbob.com/content/newsletters/07_16014257.pdf