GUESTBOOK 2008 Our prayers are with Midge's surgery,,,I am in the Medical field, respiratory, and take care of these people. God Bless the Family. Love, Dick and Sheryl Dick and Sheryl Schultz <> Lake Mary, Fla USA - Saturday, August 23, 2008 at 17:42:38 (EDT) Hello Midge, What a wonderful tribute to your Dad ,Vassar. I was looking through all the kind words everyone has to say about him. I know he was a very special man and he was blessed to have you to be there with him. I hope you are doing well today and you continue to get better every day. you are in my prayers. Debbie Williams <> Hendersonville, TN USA - Friday, August 22, 2008 at 14:55:42 (EDT) Thank you Vassar for your music and that glint in you eyes and your jazzy harmonies that light up the soul. As August 16, 1960 is my birthday and August 16, 2005 you left and years before Elvis August 16, 1977, I hope that this concurrence means that I get to one day have a good jam on "Ya'll Come" and many others. Sam Klingensmith, Jr. <> Pittsburgh, Pa USA - Saturday, August 16, 2008 at 17:28:17 (EDT) Really great site! Jeremy Fisher <> United Kingdom - Friday, August 15, 2008 at 20:01:49 (EDT) I just ran across the video of Vassar, John Hartford and Tony Rice doing "Steam-Powered Aeroplane" on TNN and have played it over and over. It is so sad to have lost both John and Vassar to cancer. I have a brother who is losing that battle right now, and my heart goes out to Vassar's family. Take comfort in knowing how many of us love his music and that it will continue to provide joy to so many people for so many years to come. All my love. Jim Wills <> Farmville, VA USA - Friday, August 15, 2008 at 17:08:36 (EDT) Not a day goes by that I don't think of this very wonderful man I thank God that I was able to know him. Here's to you, Vassar. You are amongst all the angels in heaven. Dianne St. Louis, Missouri DIANNE <> ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI USA - Friday, August 15, 2008 at 17:07:06 (EDT) IN THE BEGINNING THE ANGELS PLAYED FOR VASSAR, THEN FOR MANY YEARS VASSAR PLAYED FOR THE ANGELS; FOR 3 YEARS HE'S BEEN PLAYING WITH THE ANGELS, NOW FOR 3 WEEKS HE'S BEEN LEADING THE ANGELS PLAYING FOR MIDGE! DAVID L. WHITE <> ENCINITAS, CA USA - Friday, August 15, 2008 at 15:58:29 (EDT) Thinking of Vassar's loved ones at this time... Terry, Renee, Janice, Carroll, Midge and their families. God Bless, I hope his loss is becoming a little easier for you. I still miss him so very much... Friend <> USA - Friday, August 15, 2008 at 09:59:14 (EDT) JATONY NIG., LTD N0. 14 CHUCKABEN AVENUE OFF KIRIKIRI ROAD BY PEOPLES B/STOP APAPA, LAGOS NIGERIA OFFICE TELEPHONE: +234-7027702705 OFFICE EMAIL: jatony_nigltd@yahoo.com ATTN: DEAR BELOVED, I AM EVANGELIST. ANTHONY O. EZICHUKWU. BY THE GRACE OF GOD, I AM THE OWNER OF THIS FIRM. 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Ezichukwu <> Apapa, Lagos Nigeria - Wednesday, August 13, 2008 at 03:50:45 (EDT) Best wishes for continued healing. I'm rooting for you. Sarah B. <> Long Beach, NY USA - Tuesday, August 12, 2008 at 10:14:01 (EDT) Vassar was the best fiddler I have ever heard. But not for nothin' he was a Great man, I have talked to him after Gigs and I would try and catch him whenever he played the NY area. His kindness and humble way always made seeing him a special event. God bless Vassar Clements. Farrel Bove <> Middletown, NY USA - Wednesday, August 06, 2008 at 10:25:00 (EDT) Loved him! Gus Wood <> Auburn, AL USA - Tuesday, August 05, 2008 at 20:33:56 (EDT) Nice website. I'd like to visit more often.. don.xerxes@yahoo.com <> TX USA - Sunday, August 03, 2008 at 14:28:14 (EDT) saw Vassar at the Great Northern Bluegrass Festival in 1979 and at the Peanut Gallery in Tampa Florida in 1983. Great shows. Have a few albums and one I would like to see on CD is Westport Drive. Doug Ritter <> Loveland, CO USA - Sunday, July 27, 2008 at 21:21:51 (EDT) great site Tristan Verducci <> San Francisco, CA USA - Sunday, July 27, 2008 at 20:26:46 (EDT) As many of you may know, Vassar's daughter Midge (who runs vassarclements.com) has had two heart surgeries this past week to replace an aortic valve. We're so happy to report that both of the surgeries were successful and Midge is resting well! Please join us in our prayers for a speedy recovery. Your kind thoughts are very much appreciated. Please sign the guestbook to leave your message for Midge. During this time, we cannot accept any new orders. Any existing orders that were not filled prior to Midge's surgery will remain unfilled until she has recovered. We have been advised that if you have not received your order, your check or money order has not been cashed. Please email us if you have any questions about your order. Note: some titles are going or have already gone out of print, so you may not wish to cancel the order. We THANK YOU for your continued patience. Your friends at VassarClements.com Laura and Christian <> Asheville, NC USA - Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 12:25:37 (EDT) I was fortunate enough to have seen Vassar play at a small club in Bradenton, FL in the 1970s. I had discovered his music from the original Old and In the Way CD and when I found out he was going to be in Bradenton, I gathered up a big group of my friends who said Vassar who??? Well within the first few minutes they were all up and dancing. Everyone had a fantastic time and I became a lifelong fan. I never did get to see him live again, but I consider myself lucky to have been there that night and enjoy a true master at work. He will be missed. Bill R <> USA - Wednesday, July 23, 2008 at 22:43:57 (EDT) You changed my life Vassar by being my friend not to mention introducing me to bluegrass...and what an intro it was! Friend <> USA - Wednesday, July 16, 2008 at 16:37:35 (EDT) Hi Midge - you are in our thoughts and prayers much lately, but especially today. God Bless Millie and Vassar, they remain in our hearts and minds and will forever be an influence on our lives. Laura and Christian <> Asheville, NC USA - Saturday, July 12, 2008 at 12:42:33 (EDT) I had the very special pleasure of having played with this man in Fort Lauderdale, FL at a friend's backyard and it was easily the best musical experience of my life. You can hear a small clip of that performance (catfish john) on myspace. www.myspace.com/kv466 Anyway, it was amazing and I will cherish the moments we shared jaming forever in my heart. Enjoy~ Michael Camacho <> Hialeah, FL USA - Tuesday, July 08, 2008 at 16:22:05 (EDT) I'll never forget the night that i met you. You were so down to earth. Thank you for showing me your bus and introducing me to your band. i remember Blinky the most. See you someday again. Bill Brunner <> Hamburg, NY USA - Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 14:32:59 (EDT) you have a great gift Phil Makraken <> RI USA - Thursday, June 05, 2008 at 11:20:47 (EDT) Cool site!... Really like the pics! Mjölner Skjerner <> Skvellerup, Norway - Sunday, May 25, 2008 at 14:40:05 (EDT) Loved his music. It's hard to believe he's gone. Tim Lund <> Colordo Springs, Co USA - Friday, May 23, 2008 at 12:25:41 (EDT) Vassar was an incredible musician and also human. I had the pleasure of working with him in the early 70s. What a giant. Dianne Davidson <> USA - Wednesday, May 21, 2008 at 15:29:32 (EDT) One of the greatest fiddle players of all time. I wish more of his earlier works were on compact disc. Dave Pucket <> Independence, KY USA - Friday, May 16, 2008 at 13:54:58 (EDT) I remember seeing a performance in Arcata, CA in 1976 (I think). Even now, when I think of that great evening, Vassar Clements brings a little happiness to my heart. My condolences and regards to his family and friends. Cyrus <> Tucson, AZ USA - Thursday, May 08, 2008 at 12:11:03 (EDT) thanks! john fry <> Dallas, Tx USA - Thursday, May 08, 2008 at 04:14:21 (EDT) Thanks for a woderful website. Your music is a joy to behold Regards Larry Lewis email: lazza.lewis@gmail.com Larry Lewis <> New york, NY USA - Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 04:44:55 (EDT) I stumbled across this web site while searching for anything banjo. I was sad to have learned of Vassar's passing in 2005. My childhood memories include listening to Vassar's recordings with the NGDB and to this day, when I play those CD's I still have a magical response to his music. May God bless and keep you. David <> Seattle, WA USA - Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at 06:00:41 (EDT) APRIL 25TH, 2008: IN REMEMBRANCE AND CELEBRATION ON WHAT WOULD HAVE BEEN YOUR "80TH" BIRTHDAY. PAPA, YOU ARE MISSED, CHERISHED AND LOVED ON A DAILY BASIS. "HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY." WITH MUCH LOVE AND DEVOTION, MIDGE MIDGE CRANOR <> GOODLETTSVILLE,, TN USA - Friday, April 25, 2008 at 17:13:31 (EDT) I love you guys man! Nancy (Gratefully Deadicated) <> Peoria, IL USA - Friday, April 25, 2008 at 06:29:46 (EDT) Keep on truckin! bertramleake@gmail.com Bertram Leake <> Dyer, IN USA - Friday, April 25, 2008 at 06:07:25 (EDT) Hi my name is Justin lott and i am vassar clements grandson i am the son of terry clements and im giving my respect to my grandfarther. justin lott <> tallahassee, florida USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 13:49:30 (EDT) I have always loved Vassar's music, but when I actually became his "student" via his DVD instructional video I came to realize what a genuine, unassuming guy he was. Obviously, here was a guy who was still humble and approachable even though he was probably the most talented musician ever to pick up a bluegrass fiddle. He will be missed. His loved ones, friends and others who knew him personally were indeed very lucky to have had the honor of his presence. Larry Hawthorne <> Hemet, CA USA - Tuesday, April 22, 2008 at 10:47:35 (EDT) thank you so much for your music which I shared with my own Millie (my sister) and our beloved brother can't describe but know you felt the love can still remember the first time I watched you play and the feelings of awe and amazement, and sharing that experience with my family who were sharing you with me if somehow I had a magic wand and could touch your family in the way you' ve touched me and mine - and if I could, I would - thank you very much my own millie's sister <> - Tuesday, April 15, 2008 at 08:45:29 (EDT) The other day I was sitting around & reminiscing about musicians that have brought a smile to my face. Vassar was definitely one of them. Now my oldest son is learning about all my favorites when I was his age. While listening to Vassar on Jamie Hartford's "Part of Your History" a flash of images of concerts reeled across my mind. Once again I was smiling. I don't think there can be any greater legacy. Thanks for your music Vassar! :-) E. Valdoer <> St. Maries, ID USA - Tuesday, April 08, 2008 at 10:22:01 (EDT) Vassar, I saw you play with David Bromberg in an old hangar at Nassau Community College in 1975. THANK YOU!!! Joe <> Melbourne, Fl USA - Sunday, April 06, 2008 at 19:22:40 (EDT) Vassar was as good as they come. Orange Blossom Special is one of my favorites. Wayne Thompson <> USA - Sunday, April 06, 2008 at 00:06:46 (EDT) Still remember the words you spoke to me,and the sweet sounds you gave to us. They will always Live in our Hearts. Now you are playing in "God's Angel's Band", Where there is no tears to weep, While we still here abide our time, Till again that we shall meet. Love Ya, Tell My Folks I Love Them, (And Please!) put a kind word or two to Jesus for all our families and friends. Thanks AntonStag <> Olean, N.Y. USA - Saturday, March 22, 2008 at 04:33:09 (EDT) Hey love your music been a fan for 3 years now! jb.mond@gmail.com Jabes <> UK - Friday, March 21, 2008 at 05:13:32 (EDT) I am so sorry to read of Vassars passing. Always told my children of his live performances, was always hoping they could see him now that theyre grown. God bless you Vassar...there was none better. Southside Tom <> Steger, Il.. USA - Monday, March 17, 2008 at 16:23:34 (EDT) Thankyou Vassar, truly an inspiration. Andrew Mitchener <> WORTHING, UK - Wednesday, March 05, 2008 at 10:48:28 (EST) Midge, best of luck with your condition. I am just a casual fan who has enjoyed your PAPA's work immensely but I am also recently recovering from open heart surgery to repair a defect. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you begin the road to getting your "ticker" fixed. It can be a long and painful journey but I know you'll make it through fine. Good luck and God Bless. Tim Tim Griffiths <> Oswego, NY USA - Monday, March 03, 2008 at 23:08:30 (EST) Thinking of you, every day... One of Vassar's Many Friends <> USA - Thursday, February 28, 2008 at 17:53:42 (EST) I just turned 15 and I love the way you played. I have been coyping your style and tone. Only wish I could have jamed with you. Jessica Jessica Zelinsky <> Williamsburg, Va USA - Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 15:34:55 (EST) My respects to his family. I had the good fortune of seeing Vassar in 1973 at a Blue Grass festival in Calloway, Md. I will forget the quality of his music - It was just astonishing. With highest respect, John Anderson London UK John Anderson <> London England , UK - Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at 08:02:42 (EST) Great web site. Vassar is my favorite all-time fiddler. Mark Hanzlik <> Sacramento, CA USA - Saturday, February 09, 2008 at 13:58:32 (EST) The finest guitar player I have ever had the pleasure to listen to and watch(mostly with my mouth wide open), STUNNED! Now let me clear this up real quick. In my humble opinion, Duane Allman was the greatest. Slide, lead he was the cream of the crop. Thanks Mike Bondio Michael Bondio <> Slidell, La. USA - Friday, February 08, 2008 at 23:59:20 (EST) Here I am listening to a recording of Vassar's doing Running Blue and Land of the Navajo from 1976 on Wolfgang's Vault website. What a great, great mix of music. I'm sad that I missed him while he is alive, but I tell you what, that man could play. I'm looking forward to picking up some vinyl by him...what a great sound! Andrew Johnson, Howlin Mercy. www.hmblues.com Howlin Mercy <> Grosse Ile, MI USA - Thursday, February 07, 2008 at 13:00:10 (EST) There aren't many sounds that can ease my soul as Vassar's fiddle does. Not that he doesn't get me hoppin' though. The man plays on thru us all... Sean Willison <> Fairbanks, AK USA - Tuesday, February 05, 2008 at 20:15:06 (EST) RIP graham phipps <> birmingham, england - Monday, February 04, 2008 at 15:21:40 (EST) Love that fiddle !! Mike Shirer <> Green Bay, WI USA - Monday, February 04, 2008 at 13:22:11 (EST) I enjoyed Vassar's music for more than three decades. He was an important contributor to America's musical culture, and his influence lives on in countless fiddle players around the world. Tom Staudter <> Ossining, NY USA - Friday, February 01, 2008 at 18:38:57 (EST) I had the pleasure of hearing Vassar play in a little bar in NY 35 years ago. David Bromberg jusmped up and played with Vassar. Just a few years ago I heard Vassar again in a small church in Chapel Hill, NC. He was kind enough to do a small gig with family. He was the BEST! Rest in peace and play your fiddle for the angels. mike cowal <> Old Fort, NC USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 18:03:44 (EST) i saw vassar at the mighty 8th air force museum in pooler, GA. randy wood was hosting the show. vassar was the headliner, but played with every act. incredible playing and a real gentleman.i asked him about "old and in the way", and he told me a great story about riding with jerry garcia and the band in LA, and seeing a grateful dead billboard. he said to jerry garcia,"jerry that guy on the billboard sure looks a lot like you, and jerry told vassar that he was the guy on the billboard. to that vassar said to jerry, "i didn't know you were famous and in the grateful dead. i just thought you were a pretty fair banjo picker." billy the kid <> USA - Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 20:45:17 (EST) Hi Midge, I am sitting here listening to "Old And In The Way" and thinking of your papa and you. I just want you to know that I pray for you everyday and hope that soon you can have your surgery and get your life back on track. I wore the fiddle t-shirt for the first time today (it has been too cold for a t-shirt until now) and several people asked me where I got it, and they wrote down the e-mail address. My wife Laury just came into the room, and since I am in her chair, I guess I had better go. Hope to hear from you soon. Tom Thomas Oliver <> Gainesville,, FL USA - Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 15:12:30 (EST) There is a mellowness like the wind, dude. chris_thearsol@weirdness.com Chris Thearsol <> sydney, nsw AUS - Friday, January 04, 2008 at 21:26:24 (EST) Hello Midge, You are something special!!!! I just received my package with the additional CD/DVD. I haven't had a chance to view the pictures from the services or listen to the memorial services yet. I did listen to the new CD and I can't pull it out of my CD player. Vassar's music has always lifted me up because you can hear he loved what he did. It is great toe-tappin' music as all of his releases are. I'm sure the memorial service is ver special. You're going to make me tear-up. My mother passed away about two years ago and we put together a similar DVD. It really helps to remember the special people in your life. I hope you are feeling better. God bless you for your kindness. Sincerely, Vassar's biggest fan Steve Rice Steve Rice <> Castle Rock,, CO USA - Friday, January 04, 2008 at 20:31:14 (EST) Hello Midge, The CD's and wonderful bonuses you included arrived a few days ago. Thank you so much for including such a significant piece of music history. Talents such as Vassar's come along about once a millineum, so I'm afraid it's going to be a long time before the world has anything even vaguely close to a replacement. Thanks again, and may 2008 prove to be a better year. Henry Henry Hartman <> Naples,, FL USA - Thursday, January 03, 2008 at 09:42:46 (EST) Dear Midge, I had a chance to listen to and watch the tribute of your father. Very moving and lovely. So interesting to see the photos and the span of a well lived rich life. I was very moved by what you and Misty had to say. Thank you again for the gifts. Happy 2008. I hope it brings you good health! I've been 50 for a few days now and it's been pretty good. Almost exactly like 49! Except for the number. Most Sincerely, Nancy Nancy Green <> Hoboken,, NJ USA - Wednesday, January 02, 2008 at 19:43:13 (EST)