“ Working with Santino Tafarella has always been a pleasure in every sense. As a person and a professional he’s always brought a valuable contribution to the recording and live music projects we’ve worked on together. His proficiency with regard to tone and musicality on both acoustic contra and electric bass is formidable to be sure.”

- Michael McDonald

"Santino is a talent! I was fortunate to have him in my band… great time, great sound, always plays the right thing!”

- Bruce Foreman

“ I first met Santino on a semi regular Jazz trio gig calling standards and swinging - no drums, just Guitar, Double Bass and Piano… I was delighted immediately with his fluency but also by the relentless chops. Everything just feels good and works - over the years performing together across genres he always provides the feel good sound and the locked in groove on Upright or Electric that makes everyone want play the best they can. I can trust and recommend him, Santino has that humble team player thing that is all about serving the music. “

- Mitchell Long

“ I’m a huge fan of Santino’s musicality. He plays with a beautiful time feel, deeply rooted in the tradition with vast repertoire of the jazz standards and the american song book at his finger tips. Santino is joyful to perform with, committed to his craft and very responsible musician.”

- Bob Sheppard