Claudia Burson Trio: Guestbook

Chella Chappell Corey

February 1, 2010

I was your sister Wanda's roommate in nursig school at St. Edward in Ft. Smith. I just ran into your site on the internet and realized you are her sister. Could you please have her contact me either at this e-mail or on my cell phone 479-213-1498. Thanks! Chella

Jim Axman

January 15, 2010

came across your site looking for jazz piano accompaniment files to play in the background of my tenor sax. Love the complexity of your chords on standards; most tunes played by pros have so many notes in the improv, whereas yours is a fine blend of creativity. I could listen to your playing all night whereas with many, I get tired-out. Thanks for sharing. Jim in Kentucky

Vada Gay Burson Binick

January 13, 2010

Claudia, I'm writing because I thought you would be interested to hear about my daughter Susan's son Jordy, age 14. That makes Jordy your cousin? They live in Long Beach, CA, and Jordy plays a trumpet. Teacher ordered him to get a professional trumpet. He did. Jordy is doing great on the trumpet, invited to move to the advanced jazz class next semester with the juniors and seniors in high school, even though he is a freshman. Jordy was
selected as first chair trumpet player for the All Southern Middle School
Honor band (the band is for 7th - 9th graders. "All Southern" means "All
Southern California," so being selected as the best trumpet player among
those who auditioned is quite an achievement. Jordy is in five music groups right now (Symphonic Winds, Jazz, All-Southern, All-District, and the Symphony Orchestra at his school). Jordy seems exceptionally talented. Brother Jesse, who is good and also plays jazz, is 18. Jesse plays clarinet and sax. The beat goes on......

Eureka Hensley

December 27, 2009

I was feeling rather homesick, searching the net for any recorded sounds from familiar faces/friends (Clare Starr, etc.)... I stumbled onto Steve Wilke's Myspace and found myself enthralled. Happily, it led me here, and I can't seem to shake your music from my ears. Absolutely beautiful, Ms. Burson... I certainly wish I'd caught a live performance during my time in the South. If ever you're in Southern Ohio, I'll be a'swaying.

~E!

Phillip McDaniel

December 11, 2009

Finally checking out Steve's other passion, you know the one that doesn't involve alcohol... oh wait I never knew a drummer that didn't have a nip whilst playing! Merry Christmas!

Ps please don't put me on an email list or anything!

Reggie Goings

April 20, 2009

Very nice article. I remember the wonderful playing you did back in Houston. I'm sure it is nice to be home.

I hope you get in touch. www.reggiegoings.com

Yodi

December 31, 2008

Happy New Year Blessings Claudia! I am listening to you on youtube as I write. Love, Yodi

Kathy Lawler

December 29, 2008

Love you Claudia. You're amazing! Kathy

Anne Mollegen Smith

November 27, 2008

Thanks to the wonders of youtube,com your audience extends to Brooklyn even though we're out of the AETN broadcast reach! Do you have a CD?

Eman Norman

November 18, 2008

Its been five years since i heard or seen you play claudia, but you've never been far from my heart,

Susie Lieux

November 14, 2008

I can't wait to see you this Wednesday, November 19th, on AETN.

Sorry I missed the opportunity of being there
in person for the recording session, in September, 'bet it was a transcendent experience!

Really enjoyed you LIVE on "Shades of Jazz" with with Robert for KUAF's Fall Fundraising, great evening!

Melissa Hickman

October 31, 2008

I really enjoyed your music. I am looking for a place to do some recording myself and was interested in what you thoughts were concerning your experience with this studio.
This would be my first time recording. I play jazz and orgininals here in KC. Any thoughts about this studio or recording in general would be appreciated. I will continue to listen to you and I wish you the best of luck in all your musical endeavors. thank you for the gift.

Sincerely,

Melissa

Bob Boulden

October 6, 2008

Claudia, Steve, and Drew,
I caught your set at the Ft Smith Jazz Festival yesterday. Loved it. You guys are tight as tree bark and fresh to these ears. I really dug "Estate" and Drew's "I Remember You" . Please pass on my compliments to the rest of the band (alto sax included).
Bob Boulden

Wilma Hemingway Taylor

September 10, 2008

I am Jana Hemingway's mother. I've wondered where Debbie is. The last I saw her she was at the Redbird Cafe with your Dad.. I liked Hazel & Gene a lot.. Would like to here about Debbie.
Wilma

Dinny Bullard

July 25, 2008

Saw you a couple of weeks ago at Stella Boyles. What a treat. I bought My Foolish Heart the next morning on Amazon. That too, is a treat. See you at Bordino's or Copeland's. Thanks.

Patrick Smith

June 18, 2008

Hi Claudia! I hope you remember me...this is Patrick Smith. I was one of your students at U of A just a few years ago in the jazz band. I had been thinking about you and wanted to say hello. Your music samples on the website are GREAT! I love the way you play!!!

Julia Olivarez

April 11, 2008

Hi Claudia -- here you are! Been far too long since we've seen or heard from you. Hope all is going well! Best regards from Houston -

Julia O.

PS -- I'm adding a link to your site from mine :-)

Dallas Breed

February 28, 2008

Hi Claudia,

I was just wondering what the most convenient way for me to take you up on the offer of some Bass charts might be. Anything would be great.

Thanks,
Dallas

Bob Young

February 1, 2008

Hello! Hope your new year is off to a wonderful (abeit cold) start. Was bouncing around the internet trying to find the Cate Brothers & Jimmy Thackery's CD "In The Natural State" and found your link at Winterwood Studio. How may I purchase your CD? Haven't been in Fayetteville the last couple of years, but plan on being there April 8-10. Hope I have the opportunity to hear you and your trio. My best, Bob

Anita Blanton

December 24, 2007

Hey! Really enjoyed seeing you Saturday. Here is the recipe for Almond Roca:

Line large cookie sheet with foil, dull side up. Arrange saltines one layer deep to the edges. Melt together 1 cup butter and 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup brown sugar and bring to boil. Boil 3 minutes after comes to rolling boil. Pour over crackers and spread. Bake in preheated oven at 375 and bake 4-5 minutes. Take out and immediately sprinkle 1 pkg chocolate chips. When melted spread to edges and springle 1 pkg. sliced almonds! Enjoy. (Takes about 30 minutes in fridge to cool, or more. Then break into pieces and store in air-tight container.)

Merry Christmas

Jana Hemingway-Dupre

December 3, 2007

Used to be neighbors of your dad, mom and Debbie. Lived on the corner of Turner & Holly. Brother Brent and mom and dad. I remember your moms Minah Birds and her Chihuahua named Tango. Read the story in the paper today. Living in Fayetteville again. Say hi to Debbie.