Performances by Evo Bluestein
Thanks for the great workshops. In particular the clogging workshop was very well received. We had a number of good comments. Dan Dewayne, Strawberry Festival, Strawberry Music Inc., Sonora, CA
Everyone is still glowing around here from a full weekend of traditional music. Of course, your name has become a household word and we all hope you'll venture this way again soon. Peace, Bob Mueller , Millpond Festival, Bishop, CA
Mr. Bluestein, this is just to let you know that I truly enjoyed your presentation last night. We were very fortunate to have you speak and perform for our class. You brought a wonderful dimension to my study of folklore. I will admit I was a bit skeptical about the idea of listening to a "folklorist" --little did I know what a treat was in store for me. Thanks for the experience! Lorayne F. McKelvy-Morris, California, State University, Fresno
On behalf of the planning committee for Willamette Valley Autoharp Gathering, we want to give you a great big THANKS for coming and gracing our festival with your charisma, great instruction, wonderful performance and good spirit. Your performance on Saturday night was great. Folks enjoyed the variety and found the concert very entertaining. I especially appreciated the multitude of instruments you play in your concerts. It was really nice to have someone play all so well in this setting. Les Gustafson-Zook, Goshen, IN
You are one of the finest performers of traditional music on the folk scene today! Your mastery of the Appalachian autoharp, button accordion, as well as guitar and fiddle made my audience cheer for more! I especially loved your renditions of the French and Yiddish folk songs....and your flatfoot clogging added the perfect touch to a heartwarming performance. Thank you. Marie Poll, Marie Poll House Concerts, Los Angeles, CA
Thanks so much for an excellent autoharp workshop.
It was a real privilege to learn under someone of your musical stature. But
I was most impressed with your ability to communicate to us on a beginner's
level without making us feel belittled. You treated us with respect and it's
an unusual gift for a skilled musician to have that tolerance level for beginners.
What a gift you've shared. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Carolyn Ocheltree, Fresno, CA
Warmest wishes,Thank you for your very entertaining and informative performance at the Sanger Library. The children loved your musical presentation. We'd love to have you back for a show in the future. Barbara Light, Sanger Branch Librarian
Thank you for your wonderful entertainment at our 13th Annual Dinner. I received many comments about your enjoyable performance. The choice of music was great. Thanks again for a job well done. Leslie Feathers, Project Coordinator, Tree Fresno
Thanks for participating again in the Academy's
Traditional Arts Program. Your programs are always a success with museum visitors.
I think they like the variety of instruments and musical styles in your repertoire.
June Anderson, California Academy of Sciences
I hope you will continue to return to Fairburn School as your music is an enriching part for all of us. Funding and politics are having such a profound effect on public education right now and you are a breath of fresh air. Nadine Moroto, teacher, Los Angeles, CA
Your music touches the heart and sustains the
spirit. Something so much needed in this world of ours. In peace,
Elaine G. Schwartz, TAWL newsletter, Tucson, AZ
I really enjoyed the class at Pacific College this weekend. I have quite a "music phobia" and I can't imagine anyone making me more comfortable than you did. I admire your patience. Lisa McCloskey, student