Press + Testimonials
“A blend of wistful, sunny balladry and softly shuffling toe-tappers, all totally acoustic, Field Notes is an enchanting debut, at once accomplished and full of promise. As a skilled multi-instrumentalist and full-time music educator, it comes as no surprise how good it is, but the presence of three other brilliant multi-instrumentalists in Marc Atkinson (various instruments and backing vocals), Adrian Dolan (fiddle)– both of The Bills – and Ali Romanow (backing vocals) propel it to another level.
Atkinson also produced, mixed, and mastered Field Notes at his Hornby Island studio, The Barn. He’s crafted a pristine sound with Davis’ sweet vocal upfront, and the overall result gently and elegantly conveys prototypical Canadian west coast folk music. And as the Comox Valley-based Davis puts it, her debut is the product of “thousands of hours of practice” and “3 million+ tiny decisions.” Still, she’ll undoubtedly be encouraged to hear that all the hard work and deliberation has yielded one of 2022’s loveliest albums”
Workshop + Teaching Reviews
There’s no one like Gina. As a teacher, her wit, enthusiasm, presentation and skill make her a singular sensation”
- Julian Smedley, musician/producer & Faculty Chair for Music at Seattle Waldorf High School
“Gina is one of those extraordinary people who seem to be having so much fun making music, you almost forget how good she is. But she IS. Both her songwriting and her guitar-playing are delicate, humorous, tender and wise, and her teaching is an invitation to children or adults to trust, be curious, and learn. And then there is the french horn.. Let's just say it's a little added magic.
-Patrice Haan, Harper/Singer/Songwriter
Gina Davis brings a balanced blend of talent, knowledge and joy to her approach to music. That’s the magic combo that makes any musician irresistible, and Gina has an abundance of all three. She enjoys listening to others as well as sharing her own gifts, thus providing that open channel that streams both ways. She is simply a pleasure to be around, whether she is singing, teaching or playing.
-Leslie Evers, singer/songwriter
“Being taught by Ms. Davis for four years was an inspiring and informative experience. Her love of both music and directing was apparent in every class, as she cultivated a positive and energetic environment that encouraged growth. Her joyful approach to teaching often led to many lighthearted moments, while at the same time imparting valuable singing techniques. She was able to garner everyone’s respect (an impressive feat for a high school teacher), while still connecting with us on a personal level. When I look back on high school, working with Ms. Davis will definitely be one of my fondest memories”
-Astrid Fiverson, former high school choir student
“The gifts Ms. Davis brings to the art of teaching young adults are nothing short of incredible. As a teenager, our son had been a reluctant participant in choir classes for years. Her gentle yet persistent methods spoke to him, helping him connect his love of music with the experience of creating music. Now he happily sings for others and for himself, just for the joy of it”
- Jan Whittington, high school choir parent