Los Angeles Times

July 24, 1986 - Biltmore Hotel Jazzes Up Its Musical Policy

“ Bassist John Leitham's fast-moving fingers enable him to deliver solos of remarkable agility-and surprisingly, he does it all left-handed. … Leitham is a composer of merit. ”

February 13, 1986 - Childers Sticks To The Flugelhorn

“ John Leitham's Trio is sparked by the astonishing rhythm and solo work of its leader.”

November 11, 1987 -Shaughnessy-Led Quintet Beats the Odds

“ Leitham may be the world's fastest left-handed bass player. His section work is solid: His solos are consistently meaningful. Like so many of today's younger masters of the upright bass he is technically adroit enough to play with guitar like fluency.”