"An exceptional saxophonist" - Saxophone Journal Magazine

​"Faultless technical control" - Gramophone Magazine

​"Infectious energy and moody quietude" - The Observer (Fiona Maddocks)

"Limitless, enchanting and implacable. If you buy only one saxophone record this year, make this the one” - Norman Lebrecht ("The Coral Sea")

​"McKenzie's rhythmic brilliance bites hard.." - The Scotsman (Ken Walton - After the Tryst *****)

“McKenzie’s playing is touching and beautifully-crafted" - The Scotsman (Ken Walton - The Coral Sea)

"Mckenzie's strength is the purity of her sound" - The Scotsman (Kenny Mathieson)

"..the vibrant tones of Sue McKenzie’s sax adding a contrasting touch of tartness" - The Scotsman (Sue Wilson)

"Outstandingly talented", "her commitment to contemporary music rings loud and clear" - The List​​