2002 Guestbook Archives These are the guestbook messages from 2002. Vassar I just wanted to say that I have saw your shows at Swannee Music Park and wanted to say everytime they have been wonderful. They make me feel music the way I like to feel it, So just wanted to say thank you and We all in Fitzgerald love you and your music. Dale Roberson <gr8fulbear2000@yahoo.com> Fitzgerald, Ga. USA - Tuesday, December 31, 2002 at 23:18:33 (GMT) Vassar, Hoping this season finds you well and surrounded by family and friends. Merry Christmas! Thank you for sharing your gift. God bless! Scott Sullivan <cssullivan@prodigy.net> Pascagoula, MS USA - Tuesday, December 24, 2002 at 18:03:36 (GMT) Vassar, Wishing you a blessed Christmas season. And of course Midge too. I really enjoy your Old & in the Gray CD. Thanks for all the great music. John Ludwig Waterloo, NY USA - Monday, December 23, 2002 at 21:06:05 (GMT) I have been a big fan of you, Mr. Clements since I started to play bluegrass on fiddle 6 years ago, especially I like your works for Tony Rice. Thank you very much for your good music and have a nice time. With Best Regards from the Czech Republic, Tomas Alexa. Tomas Alexa <tomas.alexa@sandvik.com> Chomutov, Czech Republic - Tuesday, December 17, 2002 at 19:39:32 (GMT) Vassir, I've seen you many times over the years and I am a very big fan. I have to say since I found your website and placed orders with Midge, I am now a big fan of her's too. Vassir, I always enjoy listening to you play. Midge, it's always a pleasure to speak to you, I realy do enjoy it. Happy Holidays. Rich Rich Heilweil <rheilweil@totalrecallcorp.com> Newburgh, NY USA - Sunday, December 15, 2002 at 19:41:20 (GMT) I really liked your web site and all the links on it I wrote about you for an orchestra paper.Again I thank you. Desiree Lovato Lubbock , Texas USA - Friday, December 13, 2002 at 15:02:00 (GMT) vassar, i have done sound for you many times at th eabbey pub in chicago... and you helped inspire me when i almost lost my finger! you told a great story about a doctor who sewed you finger back on and disappered. i thnk you ver much and you name come up on my list of people who has more love and compassion than most people i know! you are a star and you shine like a beacon..., hell you ain't so bad on that htere fiddle either.... that rcord you made with dave holland and john abercrombie is one of the best records i have ever heard in my life! thank you. bob popp bob popp sound engineer <bobpopp2000@hotmail.com> chicago, il USA - Wednesday, December 11, 2002 at 08:55:26 (GMT) Hello Vassar: My friends and I truly enjoyed your performance in Atlanta at the Variety Playhouse with Tony Rice and Larry Keel! As usual you took the time to visit with your fans and prove to the public how talent and personal warmth can co-exist. I will continue to follow and support you as a fan. Best regards. Jeff Odem <jodem1@earthlink.net> Waleska, GA USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 18:14:28 (GMT) When Earl Scruggs told John McEuen, "He'll do", I don't know if Earl fully understood what an Ace he had in his pocket. Vassar undoubtably you were ahead of your time. I still drive up the road listening to 1971 "circle" album and it absolutely blows me away! You have made a fiddle fan out of me. It's just hard to listen to anybody else! Keep sawin' away! Brad Riley <bradrriley@yahoo.com> Knoxville, Tn USA - Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 01:14:46 (GMT) Hello Uncle Vassar, Happy Thanksgiving. Your curlyhaired fiddlebuddy Kayla Kayla <inspf@bartlettpolice.org> Bartlett, TN USA - Thursday, November 28, 2002 at 20:53:24 (GMT) Hi Vassar, just thought I'd say hello. Don't know if your heard that Cecil died this past December. He was 81. Come see us if your in the area. Penny & Tony Brooker live close by. Wayne Wayne Journigan <awayne@svic.net> Chiefland, Fla USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 15:27:02 (GMT) Hi Mr. Clements. The Farmers' Opry looks forward to your performance with Doug Jernigan on Jan 18th. See you then.Sandy Sandy <swyatt@gulf.net> Chumuckla, Fl USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 00:54:49 (GMT) Hi Mr. Clements. The Farmers' Opry looks forward to your performance with Doug Jernigan on Jan 18th. See you then.Sandy Sandy <swyatt@gulf.net> Chumuckla, Fl USA - Thursday, November 21, 2002 at 00:54:33 (GMT) Vassar, can't wait to see you again during the upcoming run! I'm gonna try and make Knoxville, Charlotte, Atlanta, and maybe Roanoke. That last 3-night venture with Larry and Tony was one of the highlights of my year! Hope you are well and see you soon. Terron Edwards <terronj@aol.com> Greenville, SC USA - Wednesday, November 20, 2002 at 19:55:25 (GMT) mr clements: just taking a minute to thank you for all the hard work and the time you spent learning to be the wonderful musician that you are.much gratitude for the inspiration.and i was wondering if you knew that we all are bio-chemical machines manufactured with minerals and organic material from the planet troqzmwug.dontpick your nose in public!! golly g. wizzmore b'ham, al USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 21:39:25 (GMT) I'm really impressed! MTO <mto@cs.com> San Diego, CA USA - Monday, November 18, 2002 at 19:23:21 (GMT) I HAVE BEEN A BIG FAN FOR OVER 20 YEARS. seen you live 14 times and it has been great all the time, thank you bob antini pobox533 johnson10933, ny USA - Friday, November 15, 2002 at 21:21:47 (GMT) Hey Vassar, Hey Midge, Well it's Wanda Biggs here from the Acoustic Cafe, Hayden, Alabama. I just wanted to thank you both. Vassar, your musical talent just thrills me. I guess I've heard Old and in the Gray 20-25 times since receiving it two weeks ago. I love that you guys got out buddy John in there. Even thought John is gone, he will always be in our music. GOD BLESS THAT MAN. And God Bless you too, Vassar. I can pick your fiddle out now. Your fiddle talks. Enough from me. Thank you for everything Vassar. Midge...Look for a letter from me soon. You both are precious. Wanda Biggs USA - Thursday, November 14, 2002 at 15:20:46 (GMT) Leave this site forme idon reach there. guymen <guymen@mugu.com> LAGOS , Islader USA - Monday, November 11, 2002 at 03:36:19 (GMT) Hello Mr.Clements, Thank You for all the years of music. I have been a fan for 30yrs, when I bought your albums Crossing the Catskills and The Bluegrass Session.I just close my eyes and drift away. You are the best, Sam Sam J. Ruest <sruest@aol.com> Assonet, Ma USA - Sunday, November 10, 2002 at 13:30:46 (GMT) Thanks so much for so much fun!!! Shawn Snyder <shawnsnyder@attbi.com> Portland, OR USA - Friday, November 08, 2002 at 03:14:48 (GMT) I just bought Old & in the Gray CD. It is already a classic! Douglas Abernathy USA - Friday, November 08, 2002 at 02:08:34 (GMT) Can tell you enough just how much I have enjoyed your fiddle for the last 30 years. Your music with John Hartford, Jerry Garcia, David Grisman, Doc Watson and all the others is truly a blessing. Thanks for all the great musical notes. Dennis Babbitt <dbabbitt@att.net> Florisssant, MO USA - Friday, November 01, 2002 at 14:28:44 (GMT) Hey to Vassar, Midge, and George! Just wanted to let you know how much I and many others are looking forward to the show at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta, GA on Dec. 7 w/ Larry Keel Experience and Tony Rice, plus a guest or two...It's gonna be a special time, as shows in that room always are...It was great to see the three of you plus Carol at MagnoliaFest when all I had to do was play ;-) Midge, I'm feeling better and taking care of myself. see y'all soon! Thomas Helland <thelland@mindspring.com> Decatur, ga USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 22:46:30 (GMT) that should have been 'to' inspire. John L. USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 17:43:59 (GMT) I received the Old & in the Gray CD a couple days ago, and I just wanted you to know that I think it's absolutely great! You have such a distinctive style, and continue in inspire. I especially like 'Good ol Boys' which puts me in the mind of John Hartford. Thanks, and may God bless. John L. <jwl2@cornell.edu> Waterloo, NY USA - Thursday, October 31, 2002 at 17:42:16 (GMT) Hi Cuz, Keep up the good work,Full Circle, and Old and in the Gray were GREAT! Thanks Ralph Ralph Clements <Clementsralph@msn.com> Lakeland, Fl. USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 15:45:41 (GMT) I saw you play tonight (10-28-02) In austin texas. You are the reason I am picking up the fiddle again after all these years. I have never seen you before, you and the boys were great. Keep up the good work. kareem shihab <kareemutman@hotmail.com> austin, tx USA - Tuesday, October 29, 2002 at 07:31:44 (GMT) Sorry about Millie. Look forward to seeing you someday. Kirby Kirby Bass <kirbypapabass1@aol.com> Kissimmee, Fl USA - Monday, October 28, 2002 at 00:02:08 (GMT) My father Named me after you. 5 days before I was born he had listened to you play on the radio the name was something he gave me to remember how well you played. Vassar Clemens Holamon <falcon_88103@yahoo.com> Mineral Wells, TX USA - Sunday, October 27, 2002 at 23:22:15 (GMT) Just to let you know, that we have created a new website for The OLDTIME COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB OF CANADA @ URL: http://bobfuller.has.it/ -also- accessable @ URL: http://www.oldtimecountry.iscool.net/ tom <hwasi@country-music-club.com> montreal, qc canada - Friday, October 25, 2002 at 07:39:04 (GMT) It was better than great to hear & see you at Mag feste - love that purple shirt... (thanks to Midge?) you are looking mighty snappy as always & a constant joy to everyone who crosses your path - I know I'll never be the same thanks to the special way you have touched my life..... the sweetness you & your fiddle emanate is overwhelming.... I want to thank you for a real good time!!!! Victoria Victoria Maxwell <vrmaxwell@gatax.org> Atlanta, GA USA - Thursday, October 24, 2002 at 12:31:34 (GMT) Love his style, not much more to be said. Tom Gilbert <tomg8@attbi.com> Turners Falls, MA USA - Wednesday, October 23, 2002 at 01:15:51 (GMT) love your fiddlin'!!! MIKE STODOLA <gdpost@msn.com> wi USA - Tuesday, October 15, 2002 at 19:31:21 (GMT) Would you be interested in a ’67 Grateful Dead original concert poster for Denver, CO? I also have a “Jerry on Broadway” signed black and white photo, which was the 1st out of 50 signed. I’ll take best offer. Serious inquires only, photos available if interested. Thank you, Leslie B. Leslie <leslie27@msn.com> USA - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 20:46:40 (GMT) Vassar, Hope to make it to the reunion someday and meet you, your second cuz Dan. Dan Walker <Dan.Walker@fmcti.com> Houston, Tx USA - Sunday, October 13, 2002 at 18:23:45 (GMT) I have just recently become a fan through my brother and sister-in-law. They just blessed me with a beautiful new nephew who was named after Mr. Clements. I will now be visitng this site and listening to his music since the proud parents have been raving about your music. Thank you for being such an inspiration and thank you for such an incredible name. Kristen <DrPocketFreak@aol.com> Syracuse, NY USA - Saturday, October 12, 2002 at 15:49:13 (GMT) hi, this is robert britt. i just moved out to colorado (after graduating high school)to play fiddle with the open road bluegrass band. i deeply admire your playing, and would love to meet you someday. are you going to be at ibma? thanks, Robert Robert Britt <robert@openroadbluegrass.com> Chapel hill, NC USA - Friday, October 11, 2002 at 18:25:20 (GMT) You're truly a great one VASSAR!!! Jeff <jacdead@aol.com> Greensburg, PA USA - Wednesday, October 09, 2002 at 06:05:33 (GMT) Thanks for sending out Old and In the Way/Gray.It Makes my heart sing! I hope to catch a live performance in the near future.Best wishes to you and many thanks...... Deirdre LaPenna <deircarl@att.net> Sag Harbor, NY USA - Sunday, October 06, 2002 at 18:07:43 (GMT) I'VE BEEN COUNTING DOWN SINCE THE SPRING FEST AND ONLY 13 {MY FAVORITE #] UNTIL I GET TO HEAR YOUR BEAUTIFUL AND MAGNIFICIENT FIDDLE MUSIC BARBARA BADOLATO <barb0427@aol.com> BRADENTON, FL USA - Friday, October 04, 2002 at 20:43:43 (GMT) I HAVE FOLLOWED YOUR CAREER ALL THRU THE YEARS. AND KNOW YOUR COUSINS CARROLL AND JIMMY CLEMENTS. ALSO YOU KNOW MY BROTHER IN LAW, CHARLES ROUNTREE. I REALLY LOVE BLUEGRASS MUSIC AND GLAD TO SEE YOU ARE STILL GOING STRONG LEON CANADAY 6810 KEYES RD JACKSONVILLE, FLA. 32216 LEON CANADAY <ALCLWC@MSN.COM> JACKSNVILLE, FL USA - Tuesday, October 01, 2002 at 18:37:08 (GMT) I am the oldest grandaughter of Mr. Red Johnson from Plant City. My husband is Steve whose mother was the late Lonna Rae Clements Collier. Ya reckon my son's gonna play the fiddle alright? Dana Collier <SDCCollier@msn.com> Lake city, FL USA - Monday, September 30, 2002 at 14:49:53 (GMT) Hi, wonderful swinging music! My name is Dieter Geike and I play instrumental guitar music under the name of "blonker", see and listen at www.blonker.de All the best Dieter Geike Dieter Geike <DieterGeike@t-online.de> Bad Oldesloe, Germany - Wednesday, September 25, 2002 at 15:16:09 (GMT) looking forward to seeing you at magfest in live oak fl. dave hodges <havehodges1453@aol.com> albany, ga USA - Monday, September 23, 2002 at 15:06:20 (GMT) Mr. Clements, the Acoustic Cafe show earlier this month was an amazing event, I would just like to thank you for bringing your music down to Alabama. It was a pleasure to meet you, thanks so much for signing my wristband! See you at Harvestfest! Chris Pow <sprout151@comcast.net> Tuscaloosa, AL USA - Saturday, September 21, 2002 at 04:49:43 (GMT) you music is inspiration in a strugglin world--do well be well--rastafari one love--turtle turtle <hippietyme@msn.com> spanish fort , al USA - Thursday, September 19, 2002 at 21:13:26 (GMT) thanks for all the notes you served up. i've enjoyed it trememndously. i also appreciate you taking a moment to let me get a pic with you and my family at smilefest 02. thanks eric yarborough <ericy@trulinetruss.com> sparta, nc USA - Thursday, September 19, 2002 at 11:34:26 (GMT) I really enjoyed hearing you at the Acoustic Cafe. It was a great show. Thanks for the t-shirts. jenny scales <jscales@myexcel.com> Shreveport, La USA - Tuesday, September 17, 2002 at 23:00:12 (GMT) Hi, My name is Jeff Padgett I am Ocileta's grandson whom I believe is your sister. I have been to several of the Family Reunions in Bushnell. I have been unable to attend these gatherings the last few years due to job changes and relocation. Viewing your web site photo gallery I recognized some of the people in the Reunion photos. I have a question about one of the earlier photos of the Bluefield Boys. As I do not know much about my family tree I wondered if Ellis Padgett was my Grandfather or some other relation. Thank you, Jeff Padgett Jeffrey Padgett <padgettpad@prodigy.net> Bryceville , Fla USA - Sunday, September 15, 2002 at 05:47:41 (GMT) Hello everyone,i dont know if MR. Clements knows this or not but i am his great nephew Justin Padgett. I am his sister Ocileta Clements's great grandson, who died Ocileta Clements Whitfield. I plan on trying to contact him sometime in the near future unless maybe this message reaches him first. Justin Shawn Padgett <High_Lighter420@hotmail.com> Bryceville, FL USA - Sunday, September 15, 2002 at 02:15:27 (GMT) had a blast in mayville despite the rain. you are truely a beautiful person, thanks for the autograf, peace,matt james m hughey <bigdaddybflo@webtv.net> buffalo, ny USA - Tuesday, September 10, 2002 at 17:34:08 (GMT) Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed seeing you at the Acoustic Cafe this weekend. I have always admired how livly and spirited your music is and after meeting you in person I can see why. That is a mighty brite light that shines in you Mr. Clements! Jerry Philen Poplarville, MS USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 13:07:14 (GMT) Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the show last night at The Acoustic Cafe in Hayden AL. Looking forward to the next chance to see you! Jimmy Wells <wellsjimmy@hotmail.com> Cullman, AL USA - Monday, September 09, 2002 at 01:51:12 (GMT) Sure would like to hear from you. Its been a long time. Hope to see you at Live Oak. Bunn Bass <carnellb@strato.Net> Okeechobee, fl USA - Sunday, September 08, 2002 at 14:42:24 (GMT) Midge-Tell Vassar we say Hello. Just surfing the net and thought of ya'll. Hope all is well. Hope to hear from you. Will call. Much ado' about nothing here. Love you much! Barry and LaRita Barry Palmer <bluegrassalliance@yahoo.com> Cleveland, GA USA - Saturday, September 07, 2002 at 13:41:02 (GMT) loved your site & your music! loved the Stephane Grappelli collaboration CD.Congrats on your Bluegrass nomination. I work @ News Channel 5 in Nashville & HAVE mixed your music several times. also, my wife is Donna Fleming Swafford a sister to Joyce Fleming Mingo who is Kyle Mingo, Your granddaughter, Misty's boyfriend. Jay Swafford <jayswafford@yahoo.com> Springfield, TN USA - Friday, September 06, 2002 at 12:47:49 (GMT) MOM, TODAY IS SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2002 & YOU WOULD HAVE BEEN "73" YEARS YOUNG AND I'M WISHING YOU THE BEAUTIFUL BIRTHDAY YOU WOULD HAVE DESERVED! TODAY IS ONE OF THOSE DAYS THAT HAS BROUGHT TEARS OF SADNESS AND TEARS OF JOY, BEING THAT YOU'RE FREE OF PAIN & HEARTACHE. EVEN NOW WHEN LIFE GETS CRAZY & I'M OVERWHELMED, IT HELPS ME TO REMEMBER THE SOUND OF YOUR VOICE. YOUR WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT & ADVICE WAS IMPORTANT FOR ME THEN AS IT STILL REMAINS TODAY. MOM, I THANK YOU FOR YOUR LOVE AS YOU'VE ALWAYS KNOWN THAT. YOU'LL ALWAYS BE MY HERO! I LOVE YOU...... MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Monday, September 02, 2002 at 20:53:17 (GMT) Hey Papa, Midge, and George. Just wanted to say hi. Sorry we missed ya the last time up. Hope you have a good labor day. See ya THE Respector& Denise <inspf@bartlettpolice.org> Bartlett, TN USA - Friday, August 30, 2002 at 20:00:28 (GMT) I was just watching the Grateful Dawg DVD and saw you! We are attending the upcoming Magnolia Fest...My husband and two boys...4 years and 8 months. We are so excited to see you in person. Can't wait! Enjoyed the visit to your sight. God Bless. Beverly Simonet Beverly Simonet <earthmamas@msn.com> St. Augustine, FL USA - Thursday, August 29, 2002 at 23:02:40 (GMT) I used to play in st.cloud and around in the little clubs,even at narcossi,I,played blue grass then changed,I play for aliving at flea markets,selling my home made tapes michael markley <bruno54@hotmail.com> webster, fl. USA - Thursday, August 22, 2002 at 23:05:58 (GMT) to view the photo's in above letter, go to this address ron frey <ronfrey@ameritech.net> columbus, oh USA - Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 15:53:24 (GMT) Here are some great "free" photos of the "Old & In The Way " show. Performed at the Carnegie Music Hall Pitt. P.A. may 23rd 2002.....enjoy... Ron Frey & Dennis Baker two of Vassar's old road dogs!!! just click here. ron frey <ronfrey@ameritech.net> columbus, oh USA - Tuesday, August 20, 2002 at 15:45:22 (GMT) Amazing show at WinterHawk 2000! I mean, how much more spirit can there be in a single note? Vassar - YOU ROCK!!!! Nina Mars <ninaflanagan@hotmail.com> New York, NY USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 01:55:13 (GMT) vassar-good to see you play like silk at WINTERHAWK. good to see you, period. xo mg meg griffin <mgriffin@siriusradio.com> nyc, ny USA - Wednesday, August 07, 2002 at 00:29:58 (GMT) hi to all music-lovers around the world from austria ! please feel free to visit www.race.at our austrian music-site and leave us a note... Georg <gr@tplus.at> Austria/Europe - Saturday, July 27, 2002 at 21:40:26 (GMT) Thank u for turnin me on to blugrass and NOW hillbilly jaz. OAITW (thank u Jerry/David et al) was my first introduction to what i feel is one of the purest meldings of music and feeling. Thank You all! Be Kind. Peace! PS BC would love to groove with ya!!! Bryce Cartmell <tjed@shaw.ca> Nelson, BC Canada - Saturday, July 27, 2002 at 09:52:41 (GMT) vassar rocks.... with the best hair in show biz ~! hillbilly <me@here.org> philly, pa USA - Friday, July 26, 2002 at 23:59:45 (GMT) What a wonderful site! Vasser is a national treasure and It is obvious that he has good people around him. Look forward to seeing ya'll again this year at Magnolia Fest. Bob Becker Tallahassee, Fl USA - Wednesday, July 24, 2002 at 13:04:07 (GMT) Hi Vassar Hi Midge ! Midge I finally had time to really listen to the "Full Circle" Album. Vassar, This is such a wonderful album. I think my 3 loves are "Out In the middle of nowhere" "Hard Hearted" and Your Love is like a Flower" Midge, Take GOOD care of PAPA, He's one of a kind !!! Much Love and respect BQ Robert Quinto <bobbyquin@mac.com> Metuchen, NJ USA - Tuesday, July 23, 2002 at 23:51:02 (GMT) What a gift to be able to hear you play with the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band last night 7/21/02!! It was the best concert I've ever attended. There was a lot of love and joy flowing from the music you all played and it blanketed the audience.Thank you and God Bless You all! Sophie <oldogsgirl@yahoo.com> MD USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 13:51:59 (GMT) Hope to see you at the international fiddle school in Nashville in July. PS You are my fiddle hero! Andy Williamson <andywill57@aol.com> Olive Branch, MS USA - Monday, July 22, 2002 at 02:44:11 (GMT) just got a copy of you playing on "dead grass" and i love it!! looking foreward to getting more of your music....hope to see you live, soon....please keep it up!..... steven collins <rusty48n@yahoo.com> dobson, nc USA - Friday, July 19, 2002 at 01:05:19 (GMT) Dear Vassar: Just writing to extend my thanks to you for playing on my gospel record. Having you on this recording has been a sincere honor and a pleasure. You are such a musical hero of mine. I am sure that this gospel record will be around for years to come. Having you be a part of this is like a dream come true. I even have to pinch myself to think that I have been your guitarist in "The Little Big Band" for the past couple of years. What fun it is! I am very horored. You really have no idea how much you have inspired me. Your career has been a motivational tool for me,in crafting a legacy to leave for others. Thanks so much for being a great friend. I love you to pieces. Sincerely, Johnny Hiland johnny hiland <macsmaxim@aol.com> Nashville, TN USA - Thursday, July 18, 2002 at 16:29:23 (GMT) Sorry for the wrong email address Midge. This virus is still taking a bit of a toll now and then i.e. mental errors. Love, Boyd Boyd <boyddeering@comcast.net> Hermitage, TN USA - Monday, July 15, 2002 at 03:18:18 (GMT) Hey there. Just letting y'all know that we made it back safely. We had a great time with y'all this weekend. I love y'all verrrrrrrrrryyyy much!! Kayla <oprygirl@yahoo.com> You know were, USA - Sunday, July 14, 2002 at 21:10:44 (GMT) Vassar, you truly are a light in this world. No one in any field of music can glimpse your tailights with a telescope. You are the single greatest fiddler that's ever come into this world. I love you and Midge and George, too. Take care and call me and let's catch up. Marma <boyddeering@comcast.com> Hermitage, TN USA - Saturday, July 13, 2002 at 13:21:25 (GMT) Vassar, I moved out to Vegas about 7 months ago. Im Hoping to make it back East to see my friends and to go to the Winterhawk Fest. My friend Rob and I would sometimes be the only ones able to make it to the fests. Mostly it would be a nice group of close friends. I have gone to Fests with my friends for a number of years as a lot of others have and they are going to be there with bells on (actually might be literally) the first week in August. I hope to make it to see them and make up for some time missed and also to see you play. Thanks for giving me a chance to say this and I hope to experience your talent first hand at the Hawk... John Martello John Martello <Johnypro22@lvcm.com> Las Vegas, nv USA - Saturday, July 13, 2002 at 13:18:17 (GMT) Yes, I love your music. I play on occasion in Pub bands (ad hoc bunch of singers and musicians on a Friday night at a bar, playing for drinks), on my 5-string banjo. You played with the Grateful Dead?....WoW. Tony Clements <klem@blueyonder.co.uk> Bristol, U.K. - Friday, July 12, 2002 at 17:11:15 (GMT) "IN LOVING MEMORY OF" MILLIE CLEMENTS 09/02/29 - 07/12/98 AFTER YOUR DEATH ON JULY 12, 1998 THE DAYS TURNED TO MONTHS AND MONTHS HAVE NOW TURNED INTO 4 YEARS. AS THE YEARS HAVE PASSED, THE LONELINESS AND ACHE WE HAVE IN OUR HEARTS FOR YOU WILL ALWAYS EXIST. MY COMFORT IS THAT YOU WILL "ALWAYS" BE MY MOM AND NOT EVEN DEATH CAN SEPARATE OUR HEARTS. I REFLECT DAILY ON TREASURED MEMORIES OF YOU. MOM, YOU ARE MY HERO! LOVED & SADLY MISSED...MIDGE & PAPA MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Friday, July 12, 2002 at 10:53:25 (GMT) Hey there, I’m a huge fan of California-based band Pseudopod…just thought I’d let you know that the player is finally up on their site! If you click on the link below you can listen to some great songs (which will be featured on their new album coming out August 13th): http://www.interscope.com/flashplayer/playerlaunch.asp?player_id=14&gotourl=http://pseudopod.net I’m just trying to generate some feedback from jamband fans, and would really appreciate feedback from musically knowledgeable people like you. So if you get a chance, let me know what you think of Pseudopod. Happy Listening, Julie musicgrl80 <musicgrl80@yahoo.com> Los Angeles, ca USA - Tuesday, July 09, 2002 at 08:46:17 (GMT) just spoke with midge and ordered some stuff i needed, she is so polite , it was a pleasure to chat with her, vassar thankyou for sharing your many gifts with the world, love and mercy, mark roch mark roch <mvbroch@flash.net> austin, tx USA - Friday, July 05, 2002 at 23:36:20 (GMT) Hello fans of VASSAR. On Saturday September 7th The Acoustic Cafe Amphitheater will be proud to host Vassar Clements and the Hillbilly Jazzers. Vassar will do a workshop and a concert. We are located in North Alabama. you can find more info at www.TheAcousticCafe.com We have the most unique music venue in the country. thanks steve Masterson Steve Masterson <steve@theacousticcafe.com> USA - Monday, July 01, 2002 at 01:31:25 (GMT) Thank you for coming to play for us in pooler last nite...Im a friend of Randys and play at his shop on Sat.afternoons...Thanks again..Vasser..We love you.. Robert Simmons <flyingsheephead@msn.com> Savannah, Ga USA - Saturday, June 29, 2002 at 01:51:50 (GMT) kEEP SEEING A FELLOW CLEMENTS ON EBAY - ALL YOUR STUFF!!!. BEST WISHES CHRIS CLEMENTS CHRIS CLEMENTS <clementsfamily@ntlworld.com> Barry,, WALES UK - Friday, June 28, 2002 at 15:53:46 (GMT) A NOTE FROM KITTY WELLS SECRETARY STATING THAT "KITTY WELLS JAMBOREE FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 23RD AT THE RYMAN AUDITORIUM HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO UPSET IN JOHNNY WRIGHT'S HEALTH"...JOHNNY IS NOT RECOVERING AS PLANNED. THE NEW DATE WILL BE DETERMINED IN THE FUTURE AS THE CONDITION OF JOHNNY'S HEALTH IMPROVES. PLEASE KEEP KITTY & JOHNNY IN YOUR PRAYERS. **LAURA, THANK YOU FOR POSTING THE CANCELLATION ON THE TOUR DATE PAGE AT THE LAST MINUTE. MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Friday, June 21, 2002 at 23:52:04 (GMT) HELLO MR. CLEMENTS!I've had hotel reservations since the day after Spring fest and I can't wait until I hear you play again in October---I think of you often and 3 more months will go by fast (I hope) Say hello to your daughter for me - She'll remember me and my Seeing Eye dog *Bud*. Stay well ! I hope Magnolia Fest gets here soon! Your extreme fan, Barbara Barbara Badolato <barb0427@aol.com> Bradenton, FL USA - Thursday, June 20, 2002 at 02:14:27 (GMT) Hi Vassar. We talked at Smilefest at the "coffee bus" You signed my "crew" shirt. You know the one that didn't have a picture of a fiddle on the back. Anyway, we were talking about a radio station (WNCW from Spindel, NC) that plays your CD Full Circle. We told you that we had heard the song White Room played on the station. You made the comment that you wished they would play Tall Timbers. Well I'm writing to let you know last Saturday 6/15 during "Down from the Mountain" the local bluegrass show, WNCW played Tall Timbers. I was so excited I called the station and told them about the conversation we had had the week-end before. The DJ at the station said he had gotten a request for that song from someone in South Carolina who had met you at Smile Fest. I just wanted to let you know we're listening to you here, not only with our CD players but on the radio too! We'll be seeing you Cyndi Phillips <canyonlady66@yahoo.com> Kannapolis, NC USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 18:39:32 (GMT) Just wanted to write and thank you so much for playing at the Smilefest second stage -The Furthur Adventure Stage-fiddle workshop!!!!I don't know if you remember me but I introduced myself after the show- I painted your fiddle on the stage tapestry as the first and most rooted instrument among all the instruments I painted in the "musical landscape". I also got your autograph which was unfortunately stolen. Maybe you can sign the tapestry next year if you come to Smilefest! I would very much like to send you a photo of my painting if you could send me an address to my e-mail!!Bobby Robertson can vouch for me as a real & kind person!- Anyway- It was the greatest, most wonderful honor to see you and listen to you up close!all my admiration and kind wishes for you and yours always,sincerely Lida Witherspoon - stage painter- Visiondance Scenic-Greensboro Lida Witherspoon <visiondance@hotmail.com> Greensboro, N.C. USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 16:18:42 (GMT) We were truly blessed by the your presence here in Mayville during our soggy festival this past week. On behalf of the MBF Committeeand the whole village of Mayville, I'd like to thank you for your artistry, dedication, and friendship, not to mention an UNFORGETTABLE performance with the Auldridge, Bennett, Gaudreau Band. Yours was an endearing visit, and we can't wait to have you back. Thanks, and may God bless you. Bill Ward - Mayville Bluegrass Festival <ward@madbbs.com> Mayville, NY USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 03:23:41 (GMT) Vassar, Thanks to my brother, Steve, whom you so kindly took time to visit with at the Mayville N.Y. Festival, I've grown up these 38yrs listening to the magic you make on your fiddle. Now, I'm plenty envious of my brother, Steve, and pray to someday have the good fortune of seeing you firsthand. God Bless ya and keep touring! Teko Palchak <TnZ_Ranch@yahoo.com> Bellefonte, PA USA - Wednesday, June 19, 2002 at 00:53:04 (GMT) I waited my entire life to see Vassar play and my wait was worth every drop of rain at the Mayville,NY.bluegrass festival,thank you Vassar steve palchak <palchak@erie.net> Bearlake, pa USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 23:46:04 (GMT) PAPA: EVEN THOUGH "FATHER'S DAY" WAS A TRAVEL DAY FROM NEW YORK FOR YOU, THE GOOD LORD ONCE AGAIN BROUGHT YOU HOME SAFELY. CELEBRATING "FATHER'S DAY" YESTERDAY WITH GEORGE & THE KIDS AFTER MORNING CHURCH THEN BACK AT CHURCH SERVICE LAST NIGHT, NOT TO MENTION GOING RIGHT TO THE AIRPORT AFTERWARDS, WITH OF COURSE YOUR FLIGHT BEING SOMEWHAT DELAYED TO PICK YOU UP.I DIDN'T GET A CHANCE TO POST YOU A "FATHER'S DAY" GREETING ON 06/16/02...YOU KNOW THAT I LOVE & ADORE BOTH YOU & MOM & I WILL CONTINUE UNTIL THE DAY I DIE. AS I REFLECT UPON THE WORDS KIND, CONSIDERATE, HUMOROUS, A HOOT & WHACKY THAT DOESN'T EVEN BEGIN TO DESCRIBE THE PARENT YOU ARE. SO JUST KEEP IN MIND THAT "THE THINGS THAT COUNT THE MOST ARE OFTEN THINGS THAT CAN'T BE COUNTED AT ALL"....ENJOY YOUR CAKE & THAT YUMMY COOKED FLUFFY ICING YOU LIKE SO MUCH! "HAPPY FATHER'S DAY" EVERYDAY!!! WITH MUCH LOVE! MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 15:45:15 (GMT) Happy Father's Day!! I love you and miss you and I'm so glad that you're my dad!! Terry <mtcmaso@aol.com> Hollywood, FL USA - Monday, June 17, 2002 at 09:05:24 (GMT) saw you at the 1st annual mayville bluegrass festival in mayville, new york on june 15th, 2002. my husband and three very dear friends of ours were the first ones through the gate that day. waited all day in the rain for your performance and it was all and more that we expected it to be. thank you and hope to see you next year, rain or shine mark and karen morton <kmorton@erie.net> bear lake, pa USA - Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 23:04:35 (GMT) Hey there. Tom's Kitchen Band enjoyed getting to meet Vassar at the Mayville Bluegrass Festival June 15. I developed my pictures and a great one of Vassar and I came out. I'm going to send you a copy ASAP. It was pleasure to meet Mr. Clemments and we look forward to seeing him again some time down the road. Thanks. Kevin Briggs <ratherbpickin@msn.com> Erie, PA USA - Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 20:38:27 (GMT) Had to leave Mayville early due to rain, so I never got to see you perform. Hope you will be back in NY soon. George R Blevens <Thesonlite@aol.com> Buffalo, NY USA - Sunday, June 16, 2002 at 03:36:28 (GMT) Since my first Vassar siting I have been in love with his fiddle playing and try to catch him as often as I can. At SMILEFEST this past weekend Vassar mentioned putting info on his board about where to pick up a good used fiddle, he said he had a friend with 40+ fiddles. I'd like to see this info on the site. VASSAR is the MAN!!! and I hope he keeps coming back to Smilefest! Stewart Shirey <sshirey@rti.org> Raleigh, NC USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 20:11:17 (GMT) thanks for the music stefan panrell morgantown, wv USA - Thursday, June 13, 2002 at 01:07:15 (GMT) I have never heard you play. I did hear some great things about you. Most importantly, was that you are a really nice, down to earth person. Please let me know when you're going to be around the N.Y.C. area agian . I live in N.J. by the shore... brian Brian Kileen <bigfastsnails@aol.com> neptune, nj USA - Monday, June 10, 2002 at 06:07:57 (GMT) Hi Vassar, I spoke with Jerry McGlocklin(Not sure of the spelling on the last name) this weekend and checked out some of his fiddles(Gaspar and Vuillaume) and he spoke very highly of your's as the best looking fiddle he'd ever seen. I found your website and he's right. That fiddle is absolutely awesome. And your playing just makes it shine. Keep up the awesome tunes and great website. Keith Herndon Keith Herndon <lonefiddler@igiles.net> Pulaski, TN USA - Saturday, June 08, 2002 at 15:44:41 (GMT) you have a wonderful well designed web site Vassar,I enjoyed it very much. I have left my bluegrass community web site with you Larry Justice <five5strings> jacksonville, fl USA - Saturday, June 08, 2002 at 11:26:38 (GMT) Vassar - It was great seeing you in NYC. You and Peter Rowan did a a great job and were fantastic. Tribecca Blues will never be the same! See you in East Hartford in July! Roger Roger Moss <rmoss@ci.east-hartford.ct.us> East Hartford, CT USA - Thursday, June 06, 2002 at 17:39:12 (GMT) Vassar, Caught the show at Tribeca Blues in NY on Fri. 5/31/02. Once they fix the sound problems it was a really nice show. It was great hearing some of the (old) stuff. Us New Yorkers love you man. Keep coming back. Ed K. <wired1019@aol.com> Brooklyn, NY USA - Tuesday, June 04, 2002 at 16:51:57 (GMT) yippee!!! francine kass <francine.kass@simonandschuster.com> new york, ny USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 21:17:24 (GMT) Hi Vassar, Hi Midge - Just saw the Show at Tribeca Blues on Friday 5/31. WOW !!! This was my first time seeing Vassar Live. Vassar, Peter and all the boys were just AMAZING !!! I'm hooked forever. Thanks for the New Album Midge !! All the Best. BQ Robert Quinto <bobbyquin@mac.com> Metuchen, NJ USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 20:28:49 (GMT) CARNEGIE MUSIC HALL, MAY 23,2002 PITTSBURGH,PA "OLD & IN THE GRAY ....A NIGHT 1500 FANS WILL NOT FORGET !!!! I WOULD LIKE TO THANK CALLIOPE FOR A GREAT 25th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT, THEY RECEIVE THE MOST INFLUENTIAL BLUEGRASS GROUP EVER AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO SEE "LIVING LEGENDS"PERFORM !! VASSAR CLEMENTS "HIS INCREDIBLE VERSATILITY AS A PERFORMER IS LEGENDARY!!!!!!!!!!!! PS;GOT MILK? DO NOT PUT MILK ON YOUR GRITS.. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT SHOW. YOUR FRIEND. DENNIS A. BAKER <DENNIS@NCOWASTE.ORG> LIMA, OH USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 20:15:32 (GMT) Vassar, What a great treat seeing you at Tribeca Blues; and thanks again for the radio interview. Take care, buddy Doug Doug Tuchman <dtuchman@nyc.rr.com> USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 15:40:55 (GMT) I'm still around at 85 yrs. Bunn Bass <carnellb@strato.net> Okeechobee, fl USA - Monday, June 03, 2002 at 12:56:46 (GMT) Had the opportunity to see Mr. Clements perform last fall for a benefit at Lake/Sumter Community College in Leesburg. Had no idea he is a native Floridian! Was particularly impressed with the list of groups with which he has played. I started a middle school fiddle program last summer and am always looking for real-life examples of folks who have "made it" in the business. Am currently turning my students on to Vassar & his music . . . playing one of his CD's which I purchased at the benefit and printing his bio to read to them. Tell him if he's ever in the area, my students would be THRILLED to see his face in the place! Sumter County and our school in particular is a rather depressed area. 60+% of our students are on the free/reduced lunch program. And it's not a racial thing either. Just a lot of underprivileged kids here. I know it's asking a lot, but just think about it, please. Thank you, Donna Luty Donna Luty <MomLuty@cs.com> Lady Lake, FL USA - Monday, May 27, 2002 at 14:06:21 (GMT) Mr. Clements, I had the extreme pleasure of seeing you and the Old & In the Way boys (and girl...she played a mean base) in Pittsburgh Pa (Carnegie Music Hall)on May 23rd. What a show! Thanks for making such great music. Best of luck in the future. Steven G. Nelms Steven G. Nelms <snelms@usachoice.com> Franklin, PA USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 19:43:09 (GMT) Mr. Clements I love your music; it inspires me at 35 years old to want to finally learn to play an instrument. I hope to see you play again somewhere soon! Thank you, Whitney Dunlap Whitney Dunlap <whitneyd@charter.net> Gainesville, GA USA - Friday, May 24, 2002 at 04:35:35 (GMT) PAPA, GEORGE & I WOULD LIKE TO WISH "CHRISTIAN MARKS" WHO SEEMS TO BE TURNING A YEAR OLDER TODAY A VERY SPECIAL HAPPY BIRTHDAY WITH MANY MORE TO FOLLOW. CHRISTIAN, HAPPY "36"....ALSO, THE WORK YOU & LAURA DO ON THE WEBSITE IS SO VERY MUCH APPRECIATED & YOU'RE WONDERFUL PEOPLE TO WORK WITH. YOU'VE BECOME SUCH DEAR FRIENDS! WITH LOVE, MIDGE, GEORGE & PAPA MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Tuesday, May 21, 2002 at 21:44:08 (GMT) Great website Vassar...see you at Dr. Arnold's next week. Dr. Fawn Ray <chiro.ray@comcast.net> Mt. Juliet, Tn USA - Monday, May 20, 2002 at 21:38:54 (GMT) Vassar, I am Bertha Clement's grand-daughter, I just wanted to tell you that I really enjoy seeing you play at the family reunions... you make the group complete. Great photo gallery too! See you next year in Busnell. Kelly Mason <kemason89@yahoo.com> Seffner, FL USA - Friday, May 17, 2002 at 18:56:43 (GMT) Vassar I had one of my dreams come true last night in Hermitage TN at the Heavenly Grounds Coffee Shop, I got to jam with the Man himself and let me tell you it was a HONOR! and I hope to do it again sometime, Thank You Sir Bobby King <bebobbass@html.com> Manchester, TN USA - Tuesday, May 14, 2002 at 13:48:23 (GMT) Vassar, I just wanted to wish you a belated Happy Birthday. Which one was this? I thought you might be as old as 80, your hair being so white and all, but Midge swears your 84. I don't believe her -- you don't look a day over 80 to me. Looking forward to seeing you here in Boise at Music on the Mountain this year. Was sorry it was cancelled last year. Was looking forward to it after having seen you and the Grisman Quintet a couple of years back. I remember the others messing with you on stage -- seems like some of them were pretending to be backwoodsers and one keep making goofy faces at you until he finally stopped your mind and cracked you up. Have I got that right? Well again, Happy Birthday. Take care of yourself and listen to Midge -- unless she tells you to not go to Boise! Dan Walters Dan Walters <dcwalter@velocitus.net> Boise, ID USA - Friday, May 10, 2002 at 14:03:44 (GMT) Vassar,missed you out at the Long Hollow ..It's not as enjoyable anymore..We did some nice double leads together,especially on SLEEP WALK.I thoroughly enjoyed playing steel with you and would love to tour as well.You had talked about possibly putting a band together for AUSTIN CITY LIMITS.I'd be more than honored to play again with you..PLEASE stay in touch 822-9981..CHECK OUT WWW.STEELPLAYER.COM..THANKS FOR YOUR TIME,Chris Tarr Chris Tarr <www.steelplayer.com> hendersonville, tn USA - Thursday, May 09, 2002 at 02:07:24 (GMT) Every time I here Florida Blues, I want to drink shine and squish mud betwixt my toes I got to learn this tune but fast. Great website Mr. Clemmens Dave Cudlip <cdlp32@ivnet.com> Oglesby, IL USA - Wednesday, May 08, 2002 at 22:00:56 (GMT) God bless you! Sharon Wendt <saw@theearlydays.com> Nashville, TN USA - Sunday, May 05, 2002 at 04:46:49 (GMT) I heard that, when asked if you could handle all the different styles in "..The Circle.." recording, Earl Scruggs replied, "He'll do". I really enjoyed finally hearing you play and will seek out more of your work. Randy Featherston <srfeatherston@snet.net> Preston, CT USA - Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 23:09:59 (GMT) Hey there Vassar, Midge, and George! I just wanted to take this moment and wish Vassar a very happy birthday ;-) You are a tremendous person, musician and presence in many people's lives, and for that I and the rest of us who fit in that category are extremely thankful. Take care, and I hope to see you soon!!! Midge & George, I hope all is well with you, too, and I look forward to hopefully running into you at SmileFest in early June, if not sooner... Thomas Helland <thelland@mindspring.com> Decatur, GA USA - Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 19:45:53 (GMT) Hope you had a wonderful birthday. Hope you liked the card. First chance I had to put it on the website. Tell everyone hello and take care. Hope to see you soon. Denise and the respector paul & denise <inspf@bartlettpolice.org> bartlett, tn USA - Tuesday, April 30, 2002 at 14:54:42 (GMT) Hey Vassar - Sorry I missed the big day. We'll have a piece of cake for you when you visit this summer at Podunk! Hope you had a great birthday. Best Wishes, Roger Roger Moss <rmoss@ci.east-hartford.ct.us> East Hartford, CT USA - Monday, April 29, 2002 at 20:26:50 (GMT) Happy Birthday you young rascal...seems like you was 39 last year...hope your world is filled with peace this fine day...with all the smiles you have brought to so many,I have no doubt peace is all around you.Thanks for all the special music Vassar...hope to hear you soon...p.s. say hello to your wonderful daughter Midge. Wes Austin <oldhippie12@hotmail.com> Kennesaw, ga USA - Monday, April 29, 2002 at 15:47:05 (GMT) Hey Daddy Vassar its your favorite grandson adam just lookin at ur site and wanted to say hi cant wait to cya again bye. Adam Mason <moonrocc@aol.com> Miami, Fl USA - Monday, April 29, 2002 at 03:50:11 (GMT) Hey Vasser, Just checking in. You are the original orignal and a wonderful inspiration. Best regards. Kenny Putnam ala Red Willow Band and Roy Clark. Kenny Putnam <putnamk@rap.midco.net> Rapid City, SD USA - Saturday, April 27, 2002 at 22:07:34 (GMT) Happy Birthday and many happy returns! Keep on fiddlin! Del Vohringer <trebledv@yahoo.com> Savannah, GA USA - Saturday, April 27, 2002 at 13:42:33 (GMT) PAPA: SEEMS AS THOUGH YOU'RE "74" YEARS YOUNG TODAY OR IS IT "84"? JUST KIDDING FOR YOU KNOW HOW I LIKE TO HASSLE YOU AS MUCH AS YOU DO ME. MIDGE & GEORGE <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 03:32:19 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar! Looking forward to picking with you this summmer. Bye! Dave Dick Northern Lights Dave Dick <ddbanjo@bellatlantic.net> Southbridge, MA USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 01:26:28 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar! Saw your name in the Indianapolis Star and was reminded again by Al Maxwell....left handed fiddler wishing you all the best.......Tom Raney Tom Raney <tomraney@rtccom.net> Washington, IN USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 00:11:30 (GMT) Hey Vassar, Happy Birthday!! It's been quite a while since I have spoken with you but I have some very fond memories of the many Northern Lights gigs with you. And, don't forget that my sense of direction in a car is even worse than yours!! I'll never forget the fantastic jam we had @ Winterhawk way back with Bill and Jeff. That memory is a keeper. Hope you are well and prospering these days. Hope to see you on the trail again someday soon. Best Regards, Mike Mike Kropp <banjokropp@earthlink.net> Richmond, RI USA - Friday, April 26, 2002 at 00:10:43 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar! We love you! - from Chris and Joyous P.S. You, she and Bill need to split the cake three ways! Chris andJoyous Miles <milestnz@aol.com> New York, NY USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 21:54:07 (GMT) Hey Vassar- Bill Henry here whishing you a Happy B'day!! 74 years young?? Looking forward to seeing you again and picking. Today is my B'day also....I knew there was something I liked about you, hey,hey. Have a great day and say hi to Millie for me. Take care. Bill Henry Bill Heney <bhenry2361@earthlink.net> N. Stonington, ct USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 20:50:10 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar. Your fiddle playing always make me feel happy. You are one of a kind. Zorba Rose <Zorbarose@hotmail.com> Indianapolis, IN USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 19:11:30 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar! You have brought many a smile to my face, and I look forward to more! Best wishes, and hope to see you soon! pretty girl Atlanta, GA USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 18:45:38 (GMT) Happy birthday to a fine man and a great musician. Have a happy!! Chip Maxwell <chmaxwell@macl1.com> Indianapolis, IN USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 18:41:26 (GMT) HAPPY BIRTHDAY VASSAR!! I I enjoyed seeing you at Springfest ... coming to GA soon??? I hope so! Take care and best wishes ... Tommy Jones <tommy@danktheory.com> Athens, GA USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 18:19:14 (GMT) Happy Birthday, Vassar. You're lookin' good & all the pretty girls in Atlanta wish you a Happy Birthday too. I got a John Juzek fiddle given to me & need your help setting the damn soundpost! Keep in touch & see ya soon! Al Maxwell Al Maxwell <resipsamax356@hotmail.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 18:07:24 (GMT) Happy Birthday, Vassar…you're one of the sweetest gentlemen on this earth! Kerney and I wish you many many years of good health…and lots more playing that fiddle! We are looking forward to seeing you at the Podunk Bluegrass Festival in July…we're spending an extra week back east just so we can go! Take good care of yourself…and have a wonderful birthday! Linda & Kerney Bolton <nlightsmgt@aol.com> Albuquerque, NM USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 17:42:50 (GMT) Happy Birthday Vassar Im not far behind you,just keep blazing the trail James ( Jim ) Hasty Jr. <jastwo@gt.rr.com> Orange , Texas USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 17:08:54 (GMT) Daddy, I hope your birthday is full of love and sunshine. I wish I could share it with you. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you with all my heart. HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Terry <mtcmason@aol.com> Hollywood, FL USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 09:53:21 (GMT) Happy Birthday! (a day ahead) Andrew Haynes Petaluma, CA USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 02:11:31 (GMT) Walked out of high school together! Walter Brown <wgbrowny@aol.com> Oregon City, OR USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 01:25:29 (GMT) I just wanted to say Happy Birthday a day early to Vassar. I wish you good blessings and health for the year to come. Chris Giuffrida <cg43840@appstate.edu> Boone, NC USA - Thursday, April 25, 2002 at 00:56:14 (GMT) Vassar, I just want to send you wishes for a Happy Birthday! Thanks for your wonderful fiddle playing over the years. You've brightened and inspired many lives. We hope to see you in Mayville, NY on 15 Jun. John Ludwig Waterloo, NY USA - Wednesday, April 24, 2002 at 19:12:19 (GMT) Vassar, I finally took a visit to your website I love it! I won't make it to the reunion this year-sent a letter to Annette & Janice explaining. We will miss seeing everyone!I still want ya'll to come to Marianna to visit. I have made a photo tour CD of the sites around Marianna, and I'll send you and Janice one.I am sending Janice a copy of my McQuagge papers. I have an advantage of living in McQuagge territory! We will try to get to one of your concerts, soon. Take care, Ann Ann Roberts <gilann@earthlink.net> Marianna, Fl USA - Sunday, April 14, 2002 at 23:15:36 (GMT) Hi, Vassar, We so much enjoyed seeing you perform last year at the 49th Annual Florida Folk Festival. The Festival was almost not scheduled this year because some politicians didn't have their priorities straight and figured the State could not afford to put on the festival this year. However, the outcry from the citizenry changed their minds. However, I do not see you scheduled to appear there this year. Hope to see you there next year. I know you do not really know me, but I guess you can say we are distant relatives. Our grandfathers (McQuagge) were brothers; my mother, Lucille Duncan, and your mother and aunt, Claudia Clements, were first cousins. I met you many years ago at a family reunion in Bushnell. It makes me proud to know a famous musician as yourself. My family really enjoys your music. We look forward to seeing you perform in October at Magnolia Fest. We wish you and your family all the best. The world is a better place for having you and your talent in it. God Bless you. Mary Haskins <mary_bob_@msn.com> MONTICELLO, fl USA - Sunday, April 14, 2002 at 22:36:02 (GMT) Happened on your site by accident, but it was a nice accident! I am also a fiddler being taught by Harold Hensley in the late 1970's - 1980's. Although I do not play professionally I did have the honor of being invited to sit in many times at "The World Famous Palomino club" in North Hollywood and had the thrill to see you perform there...But that was many moons ago. Keep the Faith and play that wonderful music! Irene Ingrim <reneei44@aol.com> La Habra, CA USA - Monday, April 08, 2002 at 04:39:25 (GMT) Vassar, Just realized I missed your call from the airport today. Wish we could have chatted. Hope you're doing well. Anybody special I should ask for at Glasser's Bows so that they'll give me a super duper one just like yours? Take care. Dianne dianne nichols <dianne_nichols@stlouisco.com> st. louis, mo USA - Tuesday, April 02, 2002 at 20:56:04 (GMT) If I'm not mistaken, I saw you with Earl Scruggs at Georgetown College in the late sixties.Earl's sons were also in that group. Rod Cunningham <rodcustom@dcr.net> Lawrenceburg, Ky USA - Saturday, March 30, 2002 at 01:50:52 (GMT) Hey Vassar, We're all looking forward to you show here in January with the Carter Family. Thanks for turning us on to the Carters and for your support of this family of great young players. The Burns Sisters will also be performing that night. I think they would consider it an honor for you to set in with them on a tune or two. Thanks for making The Sheldon your home when your in St. Louis. yer friend, Dale Dale Benz <dbenz@sheldonconcerthall.org> ST. lOUIS, mo USA - Thursday, March 28, 2002 at 17:39:17 (GMT) Vassar, we had a great time dancing by you during Donna the Buffalo in the dance tent at Springfest. love your earth shoes! keep dancin'! nicole lastort and dylan lee <nlastort@yahoo.com> wilmington, nc USA - Monday, March 25, 2002 at 16:50:42 (GMT) Looking forward to seeing you at Springfest! Dirk Armstrong <darmstrong@salvadordalimuseum.org> St. Petersburg, FL USA - Tuesday, March 19, 2002 at 21:05:26 (GMT) the release date for Johns cd is APRIL 2, 2002...not april 18 cowanfan USA - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 20:29:55 (GMT) JOHN COWAN IS RELEASING A NEW CD ON SUGAR HILL RECORDS ON APRIL 18! I HAVE HEARD THE CD AND IT WILL BE THE BEST ONE YET AND A VERY POWERFUL AT THAT! THE CD IS CALLED THEY WILL ALWAYS TAKE ME BACK. PLEASE GO OUT AND GET THIS CD ON APRIL 2,2002. ALSO SEND OUT YOUR PRAYERS THAT JOHN WILL HAVE A SPEEDY RECOVERY! HIM AND THE BAND WERE OUT ON TOUR AND HAD A ACCIDENT. ALL ARE ALRIGHT BUT JOHN HAS HAD SOME NECK PROBLEMS. SO SEND OUT YOUR PRAYERS FOR JOHN......(www.johncowan.com) cowanfan music city, usa USA - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 20:29:05 (GMT) Thanks for a great show at the Old Town School in Chicago this past weekend. We had always wanted to hear you play and were delighted by the performance. Please come back again soon! gary baldwin/peggy metge <garypeggy@earthlink.net> chicago, IL USA - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 16:20:42 (GMT) Vassar, I just heard about your appearances at the Magnolia Fest in Florida regularly and got to thinking about how long it had been since I met you. I managed to find my autographed ticket stub from the Maintenance Shop in the Union Hall at Iowa State University from 1978! It was an awesome time back then when in that dim basement bar I heard some of the best live music in my life! Sneaky Pete, Great Guitars, Koko, Flying Burrito Bros., etc. etc. By-the-way, the price of the ticket was $3.50! I hope to see you again sometime and thank you! Jim R. <jimngeri@earthlink.net> K'ville, NC USA - Monday, March 18, 2002 at 03:57:57 (GMT) All my life I have been a frustrated fiddler. Joe Maphis always said that I was "a straight-armed fiddler. Therefore I can truly appreciate superb talent in fiddling. The two superb fiddlers that I know and love to hear are yourself Vasser, and the one and only Scotty Stoneman. And, I love your version of Merle's KINFOLKS IN CAROLINA! Keep em' comming! Henry. Henry Van Wormer <vwflyingdutchman@aol.com(henry Van Wormer)> Englewood, N.J. USA - Sunday, March 17, 2002 at 04:36:28 (GMT) I've sent you a longer email, with some news etc. Great site and I'll drop by from time to time. Cheers, George George McKnight <georgemcknight@shaw.ca> Kamloops, BC Canada - Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 05:16:34 (GMT) Vassar, best wishes to yo and hope to see you in a couple months in Bonner Springs. And by the way, Midge has been very helpful to me and I thank her very much. Ron Bolton <rebolton@fn.net> Wichita, Ks USA - Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 04:21:03 (GMT) I was at Wintergrass, and like everyone else, was concerned for your health. How could you even have played with shingles!!A true professional. Hope you are over your bronchitis soon. Gilah gilah <seabird24@yahoo.com> Portland, OR USA - Thursday, March 14, 2002 at 01:43:47 (GMT) Thanks for all your music. It has touched my heart over the years. You are God, have a great day! Michael godwin <crenbish@worldnet.att.net> largo, FL USA - Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 05:44:23 (GMT) Greetings...I was the owner of the Longbranch Saloon in Gainesville, Fl. You performed there in 1974 or 75...I remeber you as a true gentleman that put on a great show for a bunch of rowdy longhairs...To jog your memory, if it may need it, I grew up in Winter Park,was about 6'3" ( a tad shorter now ) and had hair much like Greg Allman's... Glad to see you are still active in the business....I produced my last show here on Saint Simons, it was either Wet Willie or Delbert McClinton, can't remember which was my swan song as a promoter Jim Hines jim hines <jimhines@darientel.net> Saint Simons Island, Ga. USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 20:12:29 (GMT) this is cool Kasey fr, ma USA - Sunday, March 10, 2002 at 17:51:06 (GMT) I am sitting here listening to Old and In the Way, with tears in my eyes as I visit your website. Thank you for stiring my soul with your superb music! Tod Minnigerode <Toddym@prodigy.net> St. Louis, MO USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 17:26:07 (GMT) I am 42 and three years ago after my Mother passed away I was drawn to listening to Bluegrass music. A year later I bought the album "Will the Circle be Unbroken" and heard Doc Watson say to you "How does that go Vassar" and I listened very closely. What a pleasure to hear what you are able to do with a fiddle. A year later a bought a fiddle and have been trying to teach myself to play. It is slow going with out a teacher and seems like never enough time to practice, but when I do I am amazed at the little things. Then I was given a "Fiddler Magazine Favorites" tunes book. It came with CD's and I was amazed at your talent again hearing "Take a Break" for the first time. I would just like to thank you for the wonderful sound you have brought to my ears. May God Bless. Allen R. Shiflett, Jr. <ALLENARSJ@prodigy.net> Tallahassee, FL USA - Saturday, March 09, 2002 at 02:38:24 (GMT) I'm so disappointed that I'm not able to go to your show in Troy tomorrow night. I saw you there in Nov 2000 for a great show, and you were kind to sign my fiddle afterwards. I practice it daily, and am making s l o w progress. Another of my sons has started lessons, so I have great hopes for them. Hopefully we can catch you this summer..maybe at Winterhawk. Have a great show tomorrow. Thanks for your inspirational playing. John L. John Ludwig Waterloo, NY USA - Friday, March 08, 2002 at 14:36:14 (GMT) Can't wait to see and hear you again in St. Louis!! Do you know when you're commin' back? Last time I saw you at the Sheldon, you the hair in your bow was dyed red, white and blue. I tried it out and liked it. Can you tell me where to get one? Thanks, Vassar. dianne nichols <dianne_nichols@stlouisco.com> st. louis, mo USA - Tuesday, March 05, 2002 at 21:27:26 (GMT) I've loved you since I first saw you at the Euphoria Tavern in Port. Or. way back in 1974! When will you visit the beautiful N.W. again? Some of your biggest fans live here, you know, so please try and book something here soon. How about those great Zoo concerts all summer long--Zoograss on Thursday nights. Please try to satisfy us out here with a Vassar-fix soon!!! Thanx Kathryn McCown Kathryn McCown <smartypants51@msn.com> Portland, Or USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 21:36:23 (GMT) Hey Vassar!! Just wanted to thank you for an spectacular weekend of music. The Carolinas never had it so good! I feel extremely lucky to have seen that big wide grin all three nights, and the performances were truly moving. Take care, and we will see you in Live Oak! Terron Edwards <terronj@aol.com> Greenville, SC USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 03:53:32 (GMT) I know you must love what you do,, I know I do... Thankyou... Kristy Matheson <kristyrm@hotmail.com> Winchester, TN USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 03:39:02 (GMT) I looove Vassar! Billy <badfiddle66@hotmail.com> philadelphia, pa USA - Monday, March 04, 2002 at 02:50:52 (GMT) Ive known and ben jamming with Vassar for about a year now.He has helped me more than anyone ever has.I will forever be greatfull for his encouragement and wisdom he has shared so freely with me. I was ready to quit playing before I met Vassar.Now I want to play on a fulltime bassis.I call that an influance!!!Thank God for Vassar! Rich Arnold Rich Arnold <dbgdbg@aol.com> Nashville, Tn USA - Thursday, February 28, 2002 at 06:22:57 (GMT) Hi Vassar, I had the pleasure of hearing you and meeting you at a place called the Crystal Palace in Paramus N.J. around 1982. I was playing bass with the house band/opening act, and recall speaking with Jimmy O' Neill who was playing guitar with you at the time. Later when I moved to Atlanta I re-connected with Jimmy and played some jobs with him and recorded some at Kala when he was guitar/engineer there. Jimmy loved to tell stories about playing with you, unfortunately we lost Jimmy to cancer last September. I was at a violin shop getting my bass bow repaired, and had my violin along for show and tell. They told me that you play the same fiddle. My instrument has the Duiffoprugcar carved head, but he seems to have lost some hair compared to yours. The corners have the leaves between the double purfling just as yours. The back has similar markings, except on the lower side it is inlaid with a city scene. The ribs have carved : VIVA FVI IN SILVAS DVM MORTVA DVLCE CE CANO. The best and most sensible translation I have had (tried priests, doctors, repair guys etc) is "In life the wood is silent, while in death it sings sweetly". Is this anything like the inscription on your instrument? Best Wishes, Eric Ferguson AFM Local 148-462 Atlanta Eric Ferguson <fergusongs@mindspring.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, February 27, 2002 at 06:35:38 (GMT) I have only been able to see you perform once before with Ratdog. That will all change when I get to see you with Larry Keel and Tony Rice. A rilly big shoe, no doubt! Jim Bean <abaiah@yahoo.com> Asheville, NC USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 06:28:49 (GMT) We have given the pedigree name Vasser WinterHawk to our new male sandard poodle, we are keeping. His call name is Vasser. He is so cute and his hair is the same color as Vassers, white as snow in winter. He will be a giant dog in size. Regal marsh hunter and hopefully qualify for the canine rescue divison. He will be as loved as the person he is named for.^^^^^Pamela Rice and THE RICE FAMILY Mrs. Tony Rice ^^^^ Pamela <tonyrice.com> USA - Tuesday, February 26, 2002 at 00:34:54 (GMT) Hi Vassar its Jesse from Rapid River in Asheville. Jesse Langlais <jlonesomepolecat@cs.com> Asheville, NC USA - Monday, February 25, 2002 at 23:32:37 (GMT) Hey Midge! Thanks for helping me select the CD's. "That High Lonesome Sound" was mostly what I had expected; but "The Bottom Line, Encore Collection" is an absolute treasure. Hillbilly-jazz is a new term and idea to me, but perfectly describes this piece of music. I never knew "Papa" could sing! Of course I wanted the albums because they have Orange Blossom Special, which was what led me to do this search in the first place. Unfortunately I don’t think either of the versions are the ones I’m trying to locate. When we talked, you had mentioned some older cuts that were on vinyl, and perhaps that’s the one I’m looking for. Although “Old and in the Way” is stuck in my mind, I don’t think the version of “Orange Blossom Special” on “That High Lonesome Sound” is the one I’m wanting. Was there another “Old and in the Way”, perhaps on vinyl from the early to mid 70’s that had a very long version of “Orange Blossom Special” on it? Perhaps lasting ten minutes or so? If so, is there any way to find a copy, or is there any possibility of it being re-mastered and put onto a CD? If it is I’ll be first in line to get one. Midge, thanks again for being so nice to me. Talking to you was a pleasure. Thanks again, and please thank Papa for autographing my albums. I’ll treasure them always. Mike Poore <mpoore@innernet.net> Fairfield, PA USA - Friday, February 22, 2002 at 18:19:53 (GMT) I recieved from my grandmother "Full Circle". which your daughter was kind enough to send. I just wanted to say Mr.Clements that I appreciate your god given gift to make music. I one day aspire to make some of my own. I just want to thank you for your inspiration. Charles Aaron Hackney <Jacksliver@home.com> Mt.Juliet, Tn USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 03:54:52 (GMT) I recieved from my grandmother "Full Circle". which your daughter was kind enough to send. I just wanted to say Mr.Clements that I appreciate your god given gift to make music. I one day aspire to make some of my own. I just want to thank you for your inspiration. Charles Aaron Hackney <Jacksliver@home.com> Mt.Juliet, Tn USA - Thursday, February 21, 2002 at 01:38:55 (GMT) Hope to see at Santa Fe Trails festival in KC and getting your autograph on my fiddle case, right next to Mark O'Connor's. Thanks for so many years of music. Geno Martin <genomartin@hotmail.com> McLouth, KS USA - Tuesday, February 19, 2002 at 15:11:35 (GMT) Vassar, I heard that you were not feeling well. I just wanted to let you know I am thinking of you. I miss all of you very much. Hope you get to feeling better soon. Ronnie <Ronald.Lawrence@hcahealthcare.com> Nashville, Tennessee USA - Monday, February 18, 2002 at 18:24:51 (GMT) Hi, Vassar! I'm the guy who sent you the photo of the Old&In the Way mural from Ireland. Just wanted to tell you that your new CD "Full Circle" is Fabulous! Anybody who loves Bluegrass AND Rock&Roll has GOT to hear the Vassarfied "White Room"...Peace. Bob Bob O'Donnell <bobo2000@bellatlantic.net> Springfield, NJ USA - Sunday, February 17, 2002 at 16:07:02 (GMT) Finally getting around to post here. I met you in Lexington KY when you played with the John Cowan Band. What a GREAT SHOW, Seeing you back stage practicing with Luke Bulla was a treat!....I enjoyed talking with you after the show...I was the one who gave you the pictures from the show you did with Peter Rowan @ the Station Inn in Nashville back in Jan. Hope to see them on your web soon. Look forward to seeing you again with the John Cowan Band. Kimmy Kim Slusarski <from_kimmy@yahoo.com> Denver, Co USA - Thursday, February 14, 2002 at 02:04:10 (GMT) THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR MUSIC, ITS THE BEST DAMON BOATWRIGHT <DLBOAT@HOTMAIL.COM> ORANGE PARK, FL USA - Monday, February 11, 2002 at 02:56:09 (GMT) VASSAR THIS IS BRETT AGAIN JUST FOUND YOUR WEBSITE TODAY SO SORRY TO READ ABOUT YOUR LOSS OF MILLIE SHEWAS A WONDERFUL WOMENAND WILL BE MISSED BY ALL. MAY GOD BE WITH HER AND ALL YOUR FAMILY YOUR FRIEND BRETT BRETT J FREY <brettjfrey@aol.com> SHICKSHINNY, PA USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 01:10:29 (GMT) HEY VASSSAR DONT KNOW IF YOU REMEMBER ME WE MET IN DALLAS PA IN THEEIGHTYS ONYOUR TOUR BUSAT THE HEARTH STONEPUB WITH YOUR LOVELY WIFE I,VE ENJOYED YOUR MUSIC MORE THAN THIRTY YEARSAND STILL LOVING IT... I REMEMBERYOUTELLING ME ABOUT YOUR FIDDLE AND JOHN HARTFORD HAD GIVEN TO YOU,I,M SO SORRY THAT WE LOST SUCH A FINE PERSON AND A TRUE LOVER OF OLD TIME FIDDLE MUSICI ALSO GOT TO MEET JOHN IN WILKESBARRE PA IN THE MIDNINETYSWELL MISS HIM DEARLY.VASSAR WE,LL SEE YOU IN TROY KEEP ON REELING YOUR FRIEND BRETT FREY PS.. LOVETO HEAR BACK FROM YOU BRETT J FREY <brettjfrey@aol.com> SHICKSHINNY, PA USA - Thursday, February 07, 2002 at 00:21:53 (GMT) Hello Vassar, I'm friends with matt and steve butler. I've enjoyed your music since 1972.Great music. How could i get a signed photo. thanks johnny Turman johnny turman <jfturman@intop.net> amory, ms USA - Wednesday, February 06, 2002 at 04:46:19 (GMT) Hello, I am JK from "The Evolution of Swing" heard every Saturday night 11 PM to 3 am EST on WNTI 91.9 FM in Hackettstown, NJ. I am looking for you or your band to do a phone interview live on my show. My show features the best in swing, big band, jazz, jump blues & rockabilly every week. To see what I am playing on the “Evolution of Swing” go to wnti.org and click under playlists on the website. Also make sure you head over to the official website for the “Evolution of Swing” at jkswings.8m.com. If you are interested in doing an interview on the “Evolution of Swing”, please e-mail me back or contact me by phone by calling 908-852-0842 (don’t be afraid, there is a crazy answering machine at the other end, still leave a message). When I receive your e-mail or call I will contact you with a date and time to come on the air. Also, if you have not sent a promo CD of your material to be played on the “Evolution of Swing”, please contact me and let me know so I can send you a mailing address. Many groups have sent me their swing, big band, jazz, jump blues and or rockabilly tunes for on airplay for free. I hope to hear from you all very soon. Until then keep on swingin and have a great 2002. Thanks. Sincerely swingin, Jason “JK” Kolucki Host of the “Evolution of Swing” Jason "JK" Kolucki <evolutionofswing@yahoo.com> Hackettstown, NJ USA - Monday, February 04, 2002 at 04:25:05 (GMT) Would love to see you in the NYC area again sometime soon! David O'Sullivan <dosulliv@optonline.net> Oceanside, NY USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 16:10:50 (GMT) vASSAR---WAY BACK IN THE LATE 70'S OR EARLY 80'S I WORKED WITH A PROMO CO AND WE DID A SHOW IN gREEN bAY wISCONSIN. rON fREY WAS YOUR MANAGER. aFTER I WENT TO CHICAGO FOR YOUR SHOW. I MET YOU AND MILLIE AND TOURED YOUR BUS. YOU ASKED ME WHAT 3RD POSITION IS AND I SHOWED YOU IN CHICAGO AT THE CLUB. I WAS IN AWE OF PLAYING THIS FIDDLE OF YOURS. dO YOU BY CHANCE REMEMBER A LITTLE GIRL WHO PLAYED FIDDLE, WAS IN COLLEGE AND BARTENDING??THAT WAS ME. HOPE ALL IS WELL. I HAVE PLAYED IN OPERA COMPANIES, BLUEGRASS BANDS, COUNTRY SWING AND NOW CAJUN BLUES. I LIVE IN CA NOW WHERE I'M GETTING DIVORCED AND FIRING UP MY BOW AGAIN. PEACE AND LOVE TO YOU AND YOURS mISS KARI Kari Krein <Klass61@earthlink.net> Escalon, Ca USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 02:55:27 (GMT) Vassar, I've been listening to you since the 60's but never got to see you live until last year's Merlefest. Thank you for all you have done and continue to do and SEE YOU IN MARCH IN LIVE OAK AT THE SWANNEE FEST!!!!! john zirpola <jmzfactor@yahoo.com> Fort Walton Beach, FL USA - Sunday, February 03, 2002 at 01:42:19 (GMT) Vassar, I have known your two daughters, Terry and Renee since they were in school in Greenville, Florida. I worked at the hospital in Tallahassee with Terry until she moved to Miami to go to Nurse Anesthesia School. My ex-husband grew up in Lovett, FL right up the road from Mr. and Mrs. Parrish. I'm making plans to go to the Suwannee Spring Fest. Hope to meet you there. Kathy Howes <kchowes@nettally.com> Tallahassee, FL USA - Thursday, January 31, 2002 at 01:28:41 (GMT) hi to all music-lovers around the world from www.race.at Georg <gr@tplus.at> Austria/Europe - Wednesday, January 30, 2002 at 08:17:11 (GMT) I wanted to let ya' know what a wonderful time I had at the Variety show with the snake oil folks and Col. Bruce (ret) your playing as always was exquisite, and it was just a lovely mix of people in the audience. Hope to see you soon!!! justin walker <justin_72@lycos.com> Griffin, GA USA - Monday, January 28, 2002 at 19:41:02 (GMT) Hello Vassar,& Midge The photo album has a lot more pics than it did last time I looked. I will be seeing you out there soon Vassar most likley in New York. Your Friend Jamie Mitchell Jamie Mitchell <mkdservice@aol.com> Pearl, MS USA - Saturday, January 26, 2002 at 17:03:04 (GMT) Hi Vassar. Just saw your web site. Remember me? I played bass with Northern Lights and we did a bunch of shows. One of my most memorable moments with you was in the Bolton's camper at Winterhawk when you, Mike, Bill and I jammed on Train 45 for 20 minutes or more. It was fun. Tried to see you at GreyFox last summer but didn't get your attention. I'll be there this year, but not yet sure if you will be there. Hope to see you soon. Jeff Horton Jeff Horton <jefforton@cox.net> East Providence, RI USA - Saturday, January 26, 2002 at 08:08:53 (GMT) Hello Vassar, My name is Steve Masterson, I have an amphitheater in my front yard in the mountains of North Alabama. It is called The Acoustic Cafe. For those that are interested Vassar along with The John Cowan Band will be comming to play here on Saturday September 7th. This is a very very special place to see live music www.TheAcousticCafe.com I am looking foward to it Steve Masterson <TheAcousticCafe@msn.com> Hayden, Al USA - Friday, January 25, 2002 at 02:08:19 (GMT) Just wated to say HI to Mr. Clements. You might remember me, I'm one of Wayne Coats' boys. Bob Coats <nova1154@aol.com> Mt Juliet , TN USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 20:30:57 (GMT) I brought a German friend and he was amazed. Thanks for putting on a wonderful show. It was a wonderful example of great American music. Cathy <cathyridinger@yahoo.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 14:13:35 (GMT) Vassar, What a great show you had at Variety Playhouse in Atlanta. You took the Codetalkers to a new level. Also saw you at Harvest Fest 2001 which was also an awesome and spectacular event. Hope to see you perform with Bruce and Bobby in future shows. Bob Smith <Bsmith5150@aol.com> Douglasville, GA USA - Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at 01:41:52 (GMT) seeing you perform had me wanting more. I can't wait to see you really get into it!! Sue Sue Tokash <suetokash@worldnet.att.net> Stockbridge, GA USA - Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 22:22:11 (GMT) It was a supreme pleasure to see & hear you Saturday nite with both Snake Oil & the colonel Bruce crazies - it looked & definitely sounded like you had a blast..... sorry you couldn't stay over but at always - whatever works for you works for us & we'll take & treasure whatever we can get. Max & I look forward to seeing you real soon at Suwanee.... Vicwell p.s. thanks Midge & George for bringing him to town - hope all is well & that you'll always feel welcome in Atlanta.... I know it's the same everywhere you go but I just gotta say how wonderful I know it is for us who know & love Vassar to get every opportunity to share time with him on planet earth & maybe even more importantly to have the opportunity for young & olde alike - anyone who has never experienced him in person to have this opportunity - thank you both for your perseverance & caring support & making it possible for him to play as much as he does.... we'll always want more Victoria Maxwell Atlanta, GA USA - Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 22:03:58 (GMT) Hello Vasser, I saw your show at the Variety-playhouse and just wanted to thank you once again for the great music. I look forward to seeing you the next time your around. I wish you and your family the best of health. Thank's again Rick. Rick Martinez <atlautotruckcenter@earthlink.net> Atlanta, Ga. USA - Tuesday, January 22, 2002 at 20:42:26 (GMT) Dear Vassar, It was so good to see your smiling face once again! We all had not merely a great time Saturday at Variety, but proud to be there. I will be in touch about the pictures and the'project' with Steve D.and Col Bruce we talked about. (www.nuci.org)Bless you! Midge, bless your heart!So nice to finally meet you and George. You have your papa's smile and your mother's spirit! What a great combination. xo, Farley Farley <globaldome@aol.com> Athens, GA USA - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 19:48:42 (GMT) Dear Vassar, It was so good to see your smiling face once again! We all had not merely a great time Saturday at Variety, but proud to be there. I will be in touch about the pictures and the'project' with Steve D.and Col Bruce we talked about. (www.nuci.org)Bless you! Midge, bless your heart!So nice to finally meet you and George. You have your papa's smile and your mother's spirit! What a great combination. Farley <globaldome@aol.com> Athens, GA USA - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 19:48:25 (GMT) Vassar, thanks so much for the great performances in Atlanta on Saturday night. The way you floated over those crazy Snake Oil compositions was a true testanment to those ears of yours. Midge and George, it was a pleasure to talk with you too. Big props to Thomas Helland as well, who I bet has introduced hundreds, if not thousands, of young ears to the genius of Vassar Clements. All is good. Django Jenkins <Django_Jenkins@yahoo.com> Paris, TN USA - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 18:20:10 (GMT) hello Vassar, i really enjoyed your show saturday at the variety playhouse, it was the third time i've been able to watch you play and it is always a pleasure. Since I'm only 21 i've missed out on many of your great years. I also had the privlege of meeting your daughter, it was a delight to talk with her about your many collaborations with different musicians--rumors of Old and in the Gray???my fingers will definitley be crossed!!Keep it up, hope to see you again in the near future--with love--Lori Lori Tidwell <tidwelo@auburn.edu> Auburn, Al USA - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 15:47:09 (GMT) I saw Vassar at the Variety Playhouse in Atlanta January 19, 2002. He was unbelievable! I enjoyed talking to his daughter about Old & In the Way and David Grisman. Richard Kinsey, Jr. <rlbaboon@aol.com> Mcdonough, GA USA - Monday, January 21, 2002 at 00:48:21 (GMT) Congratulations on your many accomplishments. I found you while browsing the internet. My line is Hiram to James H. to Jack Sr. to me, Jack Jr.; any relation? Jack Clements <jack.clements@kellogg.com> Memphis, TN USA - Sunday, January 20, 2002 at 15:29:04 (GMT) Hey Vasser, just to say hello and to thank you for the great recordings we have made together....love, Rattlesnake Rattlesnake Annie <snake@rattlesnakeannie.com> La Herradura, Spain - Sunday, January 20, 2002 at 14:16:26 (GMT) hey vassar, i once had the pleasure of playing with you ,david nelson's band & merle saunders all at a benefit in staten island,ny. it was wonderful. maybe we can hook up again when your in the nyc area. thank you mike mike grant <bonz179@aol.com> brooklyn, ny USA - Sunday, January 20, 2002 at 00:13:58 (GMT) Love you Vassar, see you tonite in Atlanta w/Col. Bruce at the Variety! Matthews <whodean@yahoo.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Saturday, January 19, 2002 at 17:51:23 (GMT) Hey, great website! Finally got a chance to check it out, will have to hook Rich up! Jennifer Arnold <babysitter73@yahoo.com> Nashville, TN USA - Saturday, January 19, 2002 at 16:31:19 (GMT) Will the Circle be Unbroken shows the talents of Vassar when in the company of the greats. I love to hear him play the blues. Going to see him tommorrow in Atlanta. Claude J. Dodson <cdodson@gpc.admworld.com> Norcross, GA USA - Friday, January 18, 2002 at 21:41:37 (GMT) Hey all y'all fiddle fans!! Just wanted to say that coming up at the end of Feb. and the beginning of March Vassar will be playin with the Larry Keel Experience in SC,and 2 shows in NC. also Tony Rice will be there. DONT MISS THIS!! Larry Keel is a crazy flatpicker! he blows my mind every time I see him, and his band is damn good too. I'll see ya there! Dave <banjodavid@hotmail.com> Atlanta, ga USA - Friday, January 18, 2002 at 20:30:55 (GMT) Hey Vassar!! Hope you are well these days. You should hear all the buzz around town about you coming back to Greenville next month. I think you'll like Gottrocks, it a cool little place. Steve and I will be coming to see all three of those shows with Larry and Tony that weekend!! Anyway, just wanted to say hello, and we will be up front Saturday night in Atlanta when you and the Col. work your magic again. See ya soon! Terron Edwards <terronj@aol.com> Greenville, SC USA - Thursday, January 17, 2002 at 14:49:14 (GMT) Hello, Vassar, Midge & George! Finally got a computer. . . Just thought I'd say howdy! Aaron Till <jaxfiddler@aol.com> hermitage, TN USA - Monday, January 14, 2002 at 07:11:10 (GMT) Dear Vassar, Howdy. I 1st saw you play at Stompin 76'.I'll never forget meeting you in Santa Cruz and we all had dinner or breakfast at Denny's after the gig. You positively SMOKED that night espescially Miles Davis' MOVE!Steve, Bob and the band and me and my friend hung out jammin all night. I asked you if those were real bird calls and you replied, " naw, just a couple a quacks".Hope you are well. God Bless and don't forget to revive Peking Fling!Kenny Kenny b Natural <Speck1106@cs.com> Eugene, Or USA - Sunday, January 13, 2002 at 00:18:23 (GMT) Howdy Vassar, George & Midge! We sure are looking forward to next weekend Jan 19 for your show with Col. Bruce & Snake Oil Medicine Show...there'll be quite a bit of fiddlin' goin' on that night, not to mention the usual unusual when you get together w/ Bruce. Look out!! anyhow, can't wait to see all of you... T-Dawg <thelland@mindspring.com> Decatur, GA USA - Friday, January 11, 2002 at 16:21:24 (GMT) Vassar:We were introduced by John Cowan last summer and I so enjoyed meeting you and hearing your wonderful music.It looks like we will be meeting again soon. Take care...much love...Pamela Pamela <Raingheryl@aol.com> Lexington, NC USA - Friday, January 11, 2002 at 00:38:57 (GMT) Hello Vassar.Loved your playing since "Old And In The Way".Great seeing you on UK TV a few years back with Hank Wangford.I think Bobby Valentino quite likes your playing.His face was a picture.All the Very Best! James Curran <jcurrhist@hotmail.com> Glasgow, Scotland - Monday, January 07, 2002 at 17:43:41 (GMT) Sorry I didn't send anything sooner, but the holidays keep us busy. Wishing a happy new year to You, Midge and George. Thanks for the calls and cards when Denise had her stroke. You are truly wonderful people. Hope to see you soon. Paul & Denise Paul & Denise Freeman <inspf@bartlettpolice.org> Bartlett, TN USA - Monday, January 07, 2002 at 15:42:32 (GMT) CHRISTIAN & LAURA: HERE WE ARE WITH THE YEAR "2001" BEHIND US. I WANTED TO TAKE THIS TIME TO "THANK" THE BOTH OF YOU FOR YOUR CO-OPERATION & HARD WORK OF MAINTAINING PAPA'S WEBSITE. YOU GUYS CERTAINLY HAVE BEEN A TREMENDOUS HELP TO ME WITH ALL MY REQUESTS AND I AM "APPRECIATIVE" OF THE FRIENDSHIP WE HAVE MADE SINCE MOM DIED IN 1998. YOU'RE THE BEST!!! MAY GOD BLESS US ALL WITH A HEALTHY "2002". THANKS AGAIN...MIDGE MIDGE CRANOR <vassar@vassarclements.com> HERMITAGE, TN USA - Sunday, January 06, 2002 at 21:49:50 (GMT) We have heard your music on computer, Bluegrass on Spinner. Love Blackhawk Waltz My 96 yr. old dad played fiddle all his life! Janet Elaine Black <Farm_gal@msn.com> Bay City, Mi USA - Sunday, January 06, 2002 at 05:22:12 (GMT) Hi Midge, George, and Vassar - Happy New Year! We hope you had a wonderful holiday. With Love, Christian and Laura <christian@magicbus.com> USA - Saturday, January 05, 2002 at 23:22:15 (GMT) In the late '70s,Vassar and band played Grinnell College,Grinnell,Iowa.Is there a way to find out who was in that band? rob lumbard <lumbad@aol.com> des moines, ia USA - Thursday, January 03, 2002 at 16:27:59 (GMT) hey vassar, had not seen you in a long time I used to be at the RGang Saloon in NJ when you used to come there and use the back room for rehearsal you know ralphs place,,,you would pull the bus out front and the party was on...Millie would chase us around to make sure we were behavin..hope to see you soon somewhere oscar myer robert myer <oscarmyer11@hotmail,com> granite quarry, nc USA - Tuesday, January 01, 2002 at 18:56:17 (GMT) Have a happy new year and here's to 2002. Love all of you and we are looking forward to next time! Al & Victoria Al Maxwell <resipsamax356@hotmail.com> Atlanta, Georgia USA - Tuesday, January 01, 2002 at 04:56:32 (GMT)