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As guests to the first show of Meeting
Grace house concerts approached the house, there was no mistake which one it was. A large
cloth banner displaying the Meeting Grace logo hung from the porch indicating that this
was indeed the right place Following a lighted pathway to the back door, new and old friends entered the warm kitchen greeted by Kate at the door, Katie & Beth, the fantastic chefs, in the kitchen and Lizzie, the hostess. |
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the dining room, all with a clear view of the area where the evening's performers would
spin their musical tales. No amps were used at all. The microphones set up in front of the
musicians was for recording purposes only. The purity of the voice and the guitar and drum
came through without a doubt for each act. Dead Rock West (Frank Drennen & Cindy Wasserman) were joined by Gregory Page for the first set of the night. This remarkable duo, with help from Gregory, filled the rooms with a power and magnificence that moved some listeners close to tears. It was a fabulous start to an incredible evening. |
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After a short break, Berkley Hart, another duo made up of Jeff Berkley and Calman Hart, made their way to the stage area. Their unique style, use of the djembe drum and heartfelt lyrics had the crowd begging for more. Finally, after another short break, it was Gregory Page's turn. His soulful, rich voice enveloped the room in its strains. He was later joined by Frank Drennen and Cindy Wasserman to round up the night. |
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Guests enjoyed homemade yummies like peanut butter cookies, brownies and banana bread baked by Beth Berkley and Katie Johnson. The intensity and magic of the night created a remarkable precedent for the series. A precedent that all of us involved intend to meet and uphold every show.
But don't take my word for it. Here's what some of our guests had to say:
"A
thoughtful, unbelievable journey."
-Adam Berchin
"Awesome and
sensitve."
-Marie LaMar
"Put me down
for every one! It was incredibly beautiful."
-Heather Golly
"I must say
I had a wonderful time, it was awesome. I can't wait until the next one."
-Jen Johnson
"Words can't
form the beauty that filled my heart hearing them play."
-Melanie Addington
"Thank you
for opening up your home. It's cool that you've turned me and so many others on to these
fantastic musicians."
-Mark Daleo
"Great show,
great music and gracious hostessing."
-Sue Greenberg
"I am going
to be telling everyone I know about your wonderful venue. Thanks for the wonderful
hospitality and generous spirit to do all of this for the music community."
-David Randle
"I just
wanted to send a note of thanks to you for opening your house for people to enjoy really
good live music."
-David Maynard
