Gurf
(Morlix) is ANOTHER "Living Treasure" of an artist. If he lived in Japan
he surely would already be designated as one by the Japanese Government! They
do that with revered artists who have been around long enough to qualify
in terms of years and talent. It's a real shame that our government/country
doesn't have the foresight, intelligence and good sense to do this for
our artists (of ALL varieties,) as well.
I loved Gurf's songs as well as those that he sang by "others." His vocals,
styling, playing (on that tiny,little "ol" guitar!) were fabulous. Thanks
SO much for introducing us to yet another incredible musician/singer/song
writer. What a treat !
Josefina
Petaluma, CA
May 17, 2009
Thanks Laurie—
Saturday’s concert was great (Gurf Morlix)! I’ll be back. Thank you for creating this treasure!
Carol
May 19, 2009
Heard you met a colleague of mine that speaks very highly of your concert venue:
“a remarkable setting where terrific artists perform in a comfortable and casual setting.”
Mark
San Francisco, CA
May, 2009
Hello
Laurie,
Well, not only do I want to absolutely remain on your email list, I'll
even beg you to allow me to be on your list, how's that!!!!!!
And yes, ENJOY doesn't even scratch the surface of my feelings about last
night (May 9, 2009, Scott Gerber & Cori Wood opening up for Corinne
West, accompanied by James Nash); I just floated back to San Rafael (for
my overnight stay before returning to Scotts Valley). I've been humming
Annoyance and some of Corinne's other songs, and haven't come down off Cloud
9 yet. It was an evening I'll remember for as long as I live. Scott and
Cori were fabulous, and they're just REAL, genuine folks to boot!! Like
Corinne!
And meeting you, and especially on your birthday, was SUCH a special treat. I
just wish I didn't have to drive almost 130 miles one way to get there. But
as long as I can still drive, or get someone to drive me there, you'll
see more of me.
Marv
Scotts Valley, CA
May, 2009
Don
Sebastopol, CA
5/09
Dear Lauriejo,
I/we SO enjoyed the photos that you recently sent of the Studio E Post Inaugural Concert last Saturday (1/24/09). They were really heart warming to look at. Such great reminders of the tremendous evening with Nina Gerber & Laurie Lewis generating their superb music and the wonderful community vibes from all who were there . . . What a night! Thanks for having the presence of mind to document the room with its decorations and other highlights like those incredible Patriotic Cupcakes that you made. They really are little works of art.
Nina’s comments were right on target: Your concerts are opportunities
for the community to get together to celebrate (usually) fabulous music
and musicians, but in last Saturday's instance, we celebrated the marvelous
music and musicians AND the Inauguration of Barack Obama.
Thanks again, Lauriejo for ALL that you do for our community of music
worshippers!
January,
2009
Peace & Love!
Paz y Amor!
Juliana (and Jack)
That was just amazing last night. That has to be the most moving concert I've ever attended. That piece Nina did combining America the Beautiful, Imagine etc. . . was just so beautiful. It has been a long time since I've been moved to tears hearing the songs of pride about my country. Thanks to you for making this happen. Now PLEASE.... get Nina back more frequently!
Gerry M.
1/25/09
(regarding the "Post-Inauguration Celebration" with Laurie Lewis and Nina Gerber)
Laurie,
No need to introduce yourself! I had such a blast at your place! Great sound and vibe. I love that part of the world. Invariably, at some point during any given gig there, I will look up at the folks gathered to share the music with the thought - "these are my people."
John Inmon
(Jimmy LaFave's guitar player; Lost Gonzo co-founder)
1/09
Hi Laurie,
Thanks so much for having us again last January.
Studio E is an awesome experience for the artist as well as the audience.
It's a luxurious gig to be able to play for such wonderful, appreciative people.
The BIG meal is pretty damn awesome as well!
Don Henry
3/08
Loved the show, loved the venue and love being part of music in such an intimate way. Keep up the good work and will see you soon.
Gerry
2/19/08
Laurie,
Thanks for much for your many years of service to out community of music-lovers!
I'm looking forward to once again seeing Eliza at Studio E!
~Karen
January 16, 2008
Laurie,
We had a great time. You really have created more than a music venue. You've created community which is far more important. What a great feeling in that room last night.
Steve Seskin
January 12, 2008
Dear Laurie,
When I first experienced Studio E (Steve Seskin, Craig Carothers and Don Henry in Jan 07), I felt such pleasure! At last, a small intimate venue removing the barrier without pretension: great music up close and personal. My husband and I have attended at least a dozen concerts since.
I feel as though I’ve rediscovered the Ash Grove of my teens where a few of us would go after school and sometimes be allowed to push a broom to sweep the sawdust off the floor while the likes of Doc Watson, Taj Mahal, Brownie Terry and Sonny McGee practiced up for their evening gigs.
Thanks Laurie for what you do! There’s no place I’d rather listen to music. And, the music you’re bringing to Sonoma County satisfies way down deep!
Devra
Sebastopol , CA
October, 2007
Diane
October, 2007
Hi Laurie,
Just wanted to tell you what a wonderful time we three had at the Jimmie La Fave show. Thank you for doing what you do.
One of the Humboldt Honeys,
Dona
September, 2007
Thanks for keeping the music and Studio E alive - such an incredible venue and with such true spirit to the music. So few things in life are worth that much trouble ! Thanks again,
Lynda
Sebastopol
August, 2007
To be able to enjoy a great concert of original music without the aid of ear plugs in a space as nice as yours was such a joy, your sound man is great!
Peace, Xander
August, 2007
Thanks for bringing Gove Scrivenor to Studio E. I saw him in 1978 at the Inn of the Beginning and he was a great inspiration to me and my playing at that time. It was great to see him again after all these years. I've been to several of your concerts at Studio E. Everyone of them has been great. It's the best venue in Sonoma County and there are some good ones, but you're the best.
Sincerely,
May, 2007
Charlene and I just love the shows you are putting on out at Studio E. Great artists at a great venue. I think you're doing a great job and providing a great service for the West County. Keep up the good work.
Rick
May, 2007
A Review of a Sonoma County Gem
By Janet Dove
Sonoma County Folk Society
July, 2006
STUDIO E!
Wow! the quality of music you can find here in Sonoma County! Schaef-Abel Productions recently brought Slaid Cleaves to Studio E near Sebastopol, and what a treat for those who braved the heat and backroads on a recent Sunday Evening! Slaid delivered his obscure and delightful collection of songs in a personal, easy-going manner, with a rich yet gentle voice, and two outstanding musicians playing along. Cleaves is an important folksinger of our time, coming up with songs no one else seems to know, and selecting only tunes that have touched him in a personal way. If you ever get a chance to hear him (live or CD), you won't be disappointed. And, the bottom line is . . . check out upcoming concerts at Studio E on www.northbaylive.com.
Schaef-Abel Productions has once again proven that they "know how to pick 'em."
Sebastopol
May, 2007
Dear Laurie and Greg,
Thank you so much for hosting Nina Gerber
and myself. It was such a magic night we've made a CD of it! It's called
'In The House' and is a double CD set.
Thank you also for making me so welcome into this new country I now call home, and for following your musical bliss so passionately.
Much love,
Audrey Auld Mezera
February, 2006
We
of whiz-bang string-band The Waybacks
have nothing but great things to say about Laurie Schaeffer. We have worked
with hundreds of promoters and bookers all over North America and Australia
and Laurie truly is among the cream of that crop. She's a pleasure to
work with, she knows her audiences and venues, and best of all, by our
lights, she puts Butts In Seats for her
artists. Go Laurie!
Stevie Coyle
THE
WAYBACKS
http:\\www.waybacks.com
November, 2004
I
just wanted to thank you again for your support of live music. The show
last night was so wonderful. I didn't think any venue could be as comfortable
as the old Palms, but Studio E certainly is. Folks like you and your colleagues
make my world, and the world in general, a
better place. I deeply appreciate your efforts.
Thanks so much,
Robert Z
Davis, CA
January, 2005
Hi
Laurie,
Just a big thank you for a wonderful evening of music. Nina
(Gerber) and Chris (Webster) are a magical match of stellar
talent. And . . . the best part is that I felt like I was among an elite
group of listeners at Studio E. It was so refreshing to be with people
that were there solely for the music. I almost want to keep this a secret
so it won't become impossible to get future tickets. I promise, I will
be very selective in sharing this new found venue.
Take Care,
P. Joyce
Sonoma County, CA
January, 2005
Thank you again so much for hosting our show once again . . .we had a great time! We called Mongrel and told them what a great venue it was. Truly one of the very best we have played. All done so well. And the audience is grand as well. Love, August 2005 Nashville, TN |
The show and venue were wonderful! I've seen Billy Joe Shaver enough to know he was very moved by the reception he got. He threw in a few songs he doesn't regularly do (Old Five and Dimers . . . Son of Calvary . . . Hearts A Bustin') because he liked the audience so much.
Deborah
September 2005
Davis, CA