"Phil is a wonderful musician both asa soloist ad group l in the Emersion for over 39 years. He has a wonderful personaliy to head others and bring out the best with whomevr he plays"

"Excellent chamber coach, logical and thoughtful instruction. Highly detailed and encouraging of critical thinking. Both a good player and a good instructor."

"It was an honour and pleasure to work and perform the Brahms clarinet Quintet with Philip Setzer he is an extraordinary musician"

"Having known Philip personally and professionally — and having photographed both him and his daughter’s wedding — I can say he brings the same integrity and depth to his life that he brings to his work. He is thoughtful, gracious, and deeply committed to the people and moments that matter most."

"Phil is dedicated to his craft, is a person of integrity, and a fantastic musician and performer. I appreciate my time working together at the Manchester Music Festival and admire him for his big heart and willingness to reflect and listen. He's a gem of a human. "

"We love Phil - such a huge honor and privilege to be mentored by him!"

"As a musician and artist, Phil needs no endorsement from me. The world has been endorsing him many times over the past twenty-five years plus. That being said, Phil also brings great leadership skills to his endeavors and routinely finds just the right way to bring the best out of people. On a more personal note, Phil is one of the kindest and most decent human beings that I have ever met. I am lucky to count him as a friend. "

"Philip is a consummate violinist, musician and teacher with numerous Grammy awards from his years playing in the Emerson Quartet. Still a sought after musician, he is invited to join international violin competition juries, perform concerts and teach at many institutions. Also a man of great integrity and knowledge. "

"A legendary violinist and educator of the highest level. It has been an honor and privilege to have been able to share the stage and classroom working with Phil. Not only is he one of THE chamber/solo violinists of reference in today's classical music world, Phil is also a wonderful person and a joy to work with. "

"He is the best!"

"Mr.Setzer is a very kind and warm professor! Also, he always helps me a lot with my musical work and techniques! I get a lot of progress from him. It my honor to be his student "

"Wonderfull man, wonderfull player!"

"Phenomenal person to interact and converse with, so much wisdom, friendliness, emotion, and just downright a genuine human experience. "