"A master impresario, Fred Flaxman is the cleverest, most friendly host you could hope for."
-- James Reiss, Oxford, Ohio

I am an unconditional listener of your program, love it, and enjoy it. I spend a lot of time, working on my computer, it is not only the joy of the excellent music of your selection, but the things that I learn from it. Thank you so much.
-- Francisco Becerra, Jerez de la Frontera, Spain

"I love your music choices and your easy going style. I'm a Compact Discoveries addict for a long time."
-- Nasser Beshayer, Kuwait

"Compact Discoveries is one of the best programs on public radio. I am grateful to Fred Flaxman for changing my husband's mind about classical music. He enjoys listening to Compact Discoveries. Fred makes the music accessible and understandable to everyone."
-- Carol Reitz, Boynton Beach, Florida

"I am just fascinated by the amazingly good work you have been doing. For some time I was pleasantly surprised in occasional broadcasting of your programs in a local Radio Station. Now I was delighted to find that you are in SkyFM air through the internet... I really appreciate and thank God and you for the variety and richness and just beautiful programs you offer."
-- Fr Julio Penacoba, Manila, Philippines

"Yesterday I tuned for the first time to Compact Discoveries, and it certainly was a discovery. I spend many hours working on a PC, and I'm used to listening to classical music. Thank you so much, and please keep doing what you do SO WELL."
--Maria Eugenia de la Vega, Mexico City, Mexico

"Accidentally discovered your Compact Discoveries - what nice music I can hear during my evenings by a computer. Now I'm listening one hour a day, spending more evenings with you and your music.  Thanks a lot for your effort. If only there will be more hours for hearing!"
-- Igor Pokorny, Roznov pod Radhostem, Czech Republic

Tour Guide Flaxman has charmed us again.  Such melodious listening on his "Around the World in 60 Minutes," never with the expected hackneyed tunes, but with fresh interesting choices that capture the flavor and characteristics of each country we visited. Delightful ! ! ! ! ! 
-- Peg Rhodes, Asheville, North Carolina

I am the Music Therapist at the Wealshire and the Ponds and I find your programs a huge inspiration.  While Music Therapy training includes 4 semesters of Music History, because I was not a "classical music" fan while growing up, I don't have a huge knowledge of the great pieces out there.  Thank you so much for compiling such interesting thematic programs to give me a starting point for my monthly Classical Composers Club meetings.  Without you, I would surely be reduced to simply discussing the biographies and most famous pieces of the most famous composers.  You've given me such greater scope.  I'm truly grateful!
-- Patricia Little, Lincolnshire, Illionis

"Just a note to tell you how much I enjoyed today's program on introducing classical music to teenagers while trying to remain sane.  Your selections were excellent (particularly liked Bernstein's "Candide" overture, one of my personal favorites) and your commentary rang all too true. I'm retired now and speak from experience:  your advice to treat my teenager like the family cat is absolutely on target!"
-- Molly Leban, Lake Worth, Florida

"My husband and I just finished listening to your presentation of Touzet's piano music. You did such a classy, elegant, interesting and wonderful presentation! ... You have a great voice and delivery and made Touzet and his music come alive."
-- Maria Letona, Miami, Florida

"Just listened to your program here in Concord, N.H., on WCNH and was delighted to hear the great music and the recognition that Leroy Anderson is finally getting."
-- Bill Twibill, Concord, New Hampshire

"Fred Flaxman makes a good companion for the pleasures of classical music. He's knowledgeable with a light touch. I really enjoy the music and the info delivered with it..."
-- Marjorie Van Halteren, Morbecque, France

"Compact Discoveries entertains, amuses and captivates--while at the same time giving listeners a lot to think about... Some people remain committed to the past, others want to break new ground and establish new ways to think about music and its connection to the human spirit. Compact Discoveries will ultimately reach the audiences that so deserve to hear it. Once they do, they'll be hooked."
-- David Levin, Managing Director, Chicago Jazz Ensemble, Columbia College Chicago; Former Vice President, WFMT Radio Networks, Chicago

"I have been listening to your Compact Discoveries now for about seven months here in College Station, Tex.  and just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed the selections you have shared with us listeners.  I receive  your show on KAMU-FM  here and hope that we can continue to receive your show in the future. ...I particularly enjoyed you recent show on the Leroy Anderson music."
--Steve Stephenson, M.D., College Station, Texas

"I just heard your program Compact Discoveries this evening on KWAX, from Eugene, Oregon, about Leroy Anderson. I found the program very interesting and hope I can remember to tune in to it more often. ... Thank you for enhancing my appreciation of the many ways music can be presented."
-- Marguerite Moore, Keizer, Oregon

"Bravo! ... I would like stations playing more of these kinds of well-presented musical tributes... I hope that Mr. Flaxman is encouraged to keep up his good work with these productions and that his work can be heard on stations coast to coast!"
Stephen L. Gilbreath, Birmingham, Alabama

"Though his mild voice and manner I find soothing, it's his choice of musical numbers -- from Brazilian to Russian to worlds in between -- that brings me a particular satisfaction. His commentaries invariably add to my enjoyment..."
-- Peter Bradley, Descanso, California

"...I rarely listen in the evening and just happened upon your program ... You may have made a convert. And thanks for the fun."
-- Martha Ann Boyd, Gainesville, Florida

"Oh, Fred. What have you done. I have been hugely enjoying the CD series of yours on KWAX-FM out of Eugene ... However, I may never be able to consider Carmina Burana in the same way ever again. Yes -- I heard the music for backrubs program."
-- Jan Barkley, Eugene, Oregon

"YOU HAVE THE BEST PROGRAM on WXEL! Yes, you do! You know something about what you're talking about -- and can even pronounce the names of the performers. How Rare! THANKS. And, PLEASE stay on the air!"
-- Lou Stuart, Boca Raton, Florida

"Your giving us Leroy Anderson's greatest hits brought me much joy... The Blue Tango -- wow! Couldn't turn off car radio; let my dog out by himself to run on the beach. The Bell of the Ball wonderful too! Thank you so much!"
-- Kay Ryan Biondo, Waldport, Oregon

"This is to let you know how much I enjoy your program and how impressed I am with its content. It comes as a breath of fresh air in an otherwise predictable and redundant recycling of music from the past.. Your thematic ideas are unique, original and hosted with intelligence and scholarliness. Stay with it. Your program is the best musical event of the season. Many thanks."
-- Hannah Weinberg, Boynton Beach, Florida

"I caught your delightful program for the first time here in Eugene, Oregon on KWAX on April 21st 2004. I was enchanted by your opening and very amusing soliloquy about "dishwashing" and the music you could use for this activity. My question (or request) is MAY I GET A COPY OF YOUR OPENING WORDS ABOUT DISHWASHING??? My husband was in the hospital at the time and didn't hear it. I want him to hear it too!"
-- Susanne Fountain, Eugene, Oregon

"I have been listening to your program for many weeks, I rush back from golf so that I can rest and listen to your surprises. It is such a pleasure to be able to turn off TV and just listen. Thanks again and keep up the good work."
-- Miki Bragman, Boca Raton, Florida

"Caught your program quite by trial and error on WXEL FM, West Palm Beach, Fla., last week. I LOVE IT! . Your choices were like a breath of fresh air. .I hope you'll be on more frequently."
-- Tina Koenigsberg, North Palm Beach, Florida

"You have one of the best programs on NPR here in south Florida; enjoy the commentary most. A few weeks ago you played several CDs of guitar music by a South American, they were marvelous and I would love to get them. Could you please help with his name and the company that issues them? Thanks mucho."
-- Jed Schoen, Boca Raton, Florida

"I heard part of today's program Compact Discoveries (which featured Leroy Anderson) and I loved it."
-- Cesar Medina, Boca Raton, Florida

"Loved The Lone Ranger, Sergeant Preston and The Big Story. Very good program. It brought back memories.. Keep up the good work. I never did know about Reznicek and am pleased to have listened today."
-- Lana Thompson

"Thanks for the great program on WXEL, FM highlighting Villa-Lobos. I've been a fan of his music for a long time and it was exciting to hear some of the music that I don't have on disc."
-- Sara Parente, West Palm Beach, Florida

"I wanted to thank you especially for the program today on Leroy Anderson. Of course, as are most people, I was familiar with almost every piece, but could not for the life of me remember the composer. Because you played all of these wonderful pieces together, I was able to realize just how talented he was, and now I won't forget his name when I hear those memorable gems. I hope you will do this more often (if you haven't already): devote an entire program to one composer or musician. It really helps place the work, etc., in a more meaningful context."
-- Sue Holt

"I hope to become a regular listener of Compact Discoveries on WXEL. I have also discovered your website, which appears to have considerable interesting information."
-- William Bode, Boca Raton, Florida

"Am really enjoying the Compact Discoveries programs.. Your research, commentary and pronunciation of difficult foreign language titles are wonderful. I particularly like the humorous vein in which it is presented. This series is destined for greatness!"
-- Sandra Rose, Stuart, Florida

"Compact Discoveries, with Fred Flaxman, is a fine addition to WXEL programming. The format presents classical music in a fresh and engaging way. I especially enjoy the programs that introduce music of lesser known composers, and I loved the recent "Music for Backrubs"!"
-- Janet Shine, Boca Raton, Florida

"My whole family absolutely loved Compact Discoveries. We are Cuban and had not heard that kind of music since childhood. Thank you so much for such a wonderful show!"
-- Marietta Moreno

"What a great musical pleasure it was for me to listen to your March 3rd Compact Discoveries program highlighting Schubert's chamber music. You have distinguished WXEL in the field of classical music by your willingness to explain to your listeners the meaning of such important musical terms as "arpeggione." Thank you for giving me and your other listeners these rare moments of musical appreciation and enjoyment. P.S. This program is but one example of your ability to bring classical music to young people. Congratulations!"
-- Katherine Kraft, West Palm Beach, Florida

"While driving in the Palm Beach area in late December, I listened to your radio program about the use of classical music in old radio shows, such as The Shadow and The Lone Ranger. Thank you for a fascinating radio program."
-- Jack Henry, New York City, New York

"Thank you for helping to keep classical music alive in South Florida."
-- Florence Sacharow

"I loved the Compact Discoveries Hanukkah program!"
-- Susan Adams

"I love your show."
-- Mark Shulgasser, West Palm Beach, Florida

"I truly enjoy listening to your program, Compact Discoveries. In the program guide you state, "a light approach to serious music." At first I was wary; frequently "light approaches" tend to oversimplify.. However, I was pleasantly surprised! Besides enjoying the music, I learn something new.. Thank you for hours of joyful listening."
-- Abby G. Frank, Boynton Beach, Florida

"Your program is just wonderful!"
-- Sylvia Shapiro, Royal Palm Beach, Florida

"I discovered your show last night rather accidentally at 7:30 and enjoyed it.. I wonder if you would be good enough to tell me what the selections were that you played in that half hour? As I was in my pool and hadn't brought pen and paper out with me, I couldn't write them down when you announced them. And I enjoyed them.. Thanks so much."
-- Cynthia MacGregor

"I am sorry it has taken me so long to tell you how much I enjoyed your program on Louis Moreau Gottschalk on April 21. He's been a favorite of my husband and mine for many years.. I love your program. Keep up the good work! Thank you."
-- Hannah Meyrich, West Palm Beach, Florida

"I was really excited when for the first time I was introduced to a recording of Mr. Gottschalk. His music is magical and you did a wonderful job of presenting it. You gave a little backround information of the composers life, which always gives the listener more insight into why, where and how. Please keep up the good work. I will pass on the info re your station ,and hope that you receive lots of positive feed back. Thank you. An avid listener."
-- Alice Lipshaw

"Compact Discoveries is informative, entertaining, and highly personal. I wish WXEL had more programs like yours."
-- Márcio Bezerra, piano faculty, Palm Beach Atlantic University, West Palm Beach, Florida

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