Opus August / Pampa Lirima

"There is so much LIFE in your piano playing! what a gift!" - H. Rose, New Mexico

"I was absolutely blown away when I heard/saw your creation, "At the End of the Road." The music moved my spirit, the visuals are stunning, and the vocals resonated to my core--thank you!!" - Evy K., Corrales, NM, USA

My goodness....my goodness!!! How very beautiful this song is- words, piano, singer, visuals !!! It's more than a "home" run (going back home)! Just beautiful Ron.... I don't know how you do it.... Janet M., Santa Fe, NM

"My teenage daughter asked me what I wanted to have for my birthday, I told her that I wanted to have a day that I did not have to nag her. She gave me your song. I have not nagged her today." - Suk Ming Lo, author, Picture Chinese: Art as Language

"Your music has a deep resonance of purity and integrity that is filled with the beauty of your deep connection with the vibrant current of the Mystery of Life." - Kaycie Marler, Ogyen Gatsal Ling

"You have a remarkable ability to establish a one-on-one relationship with a whole audience. We felt you were talking directly to us! In fact, we went back for the second performance, too! We especially enjoyed your creative expertise composing a song out of audience members' birth dates. It was ingenious and entertaining...demonstrated your ability to take creative risks...fun and delightful."

Ron Newman is the best-kept secret in Santa Fe - Roger Miles, Lubbock, TX

The most enjoyment I've had at a live show in years - John F., Santa Fe, NM