{"id":50,"date":"2020-06-22T01:22:05","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T01:22:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jeffdwarshuismusic.com\/?page_id=50"},"modified":"2025-05-04T23:39:21","modified_gmt":"2025-05-04T23:39:21","slug":"performance-reviews","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/jeffdwarshuismusic.com\/?page_id=50","title":{"rendered":"Performance Reviews"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\u201cJeff draws the audience in with his deep knowledge of classical guitar composers and works, educating while entertaining. His passion for the music shines through during his performances.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kristin Armstrong, Executive Director- Saugatuck Center for the Arts.<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt has been our privilege to present Jeff Dwarshuis in concert on our Music at Mid-Day series at Park Congregational Church in Grand Rapids Mi. His programs have always been of great interest and he has performed with excellent technique. The audience has appreciated his explanations about the music he presented and about the construction of the classical guitar. We are always delighted to include him in our series.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jim Metzler, Director of Music-First Park Congregational Church, Grand Rapids Mi.<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cSensitive, lyrical playing\u2026\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mark Loring, Director of Music Ministries-First United Methodist Church, Grand Rapids Mi.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff Dwarshuis plays the classical guitar with precision and artistry. His varied program demonstrated many of the different techniques used in playing the classical guitar, which Mr. Dwarshuis clearly explained to the students. I also appreciated how Jeff affirmed each student\u2019s question with a thoughtful response. The students and faculty at Jenison Christian School thoroughly enjoyed the performance presented by Mr. Dwarshuis\u2014a highlight of our annual Fine Arts Week.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

David VanZytveld, Music Director-Jenison Christian School<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff played with accuracy and virtuosity, but also with great sensitivity and musicality\u2026..thoroughly beautiful playing.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Christopher Dekker, Director of Music-Second Congregational Church, Grand Rapids Mi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff\u2019s concert was delightful! His selections were great, and his performance of them was superb! Our audience greatly enjoyed him and we look forward to inviting him to come back for an encore performance in the near future.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

John Repulski, Director of Music and Organist-Christ Church Cranbrook, Southfield Mi.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cJeff is an accomplished talent and passionate about his music. His research into the history of the composers was a delightful addition. Jeff\u2019s music brought the crowd to their feet. For it\u2019s worth to note that our library program attendees have never given a performer a standing ovation before Jeff.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Larry Halverson, Community Relations Coordinator-Loutit District Library<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 \u201cJeff Dwarshuis performed well to an enthusiastic crowd. His obvious love for the guitar and its music connected with the audience and his comments added pleasure to the performance. In addition, Dwarshuis was able to achieve many timbres and a wide range of dynamics on the guitar. These, coupled with a sure technique gave everyone a most enjoyable afternoon. It was a very successful concert!\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Albert Bolitho, Director of Music-First Congregational Church of Battle Creek<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  \u201cWorking with Jeff Dwarshuis was a delightful experience. He opened our 2010 fine arts series, and the audience was pleased with his music, comments, and gentle demeanor. His selections were excellent.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

   \u201cWe enjoyed the concert very much, and I was also impressed with how gracious he was with our patrons following the performance.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carl Doubleday, Director of Music \u2013 Milwood United Methodist Church, Kalamazoo Mich<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  \u201cThe peace and joy that Jeff has as he plays, sets a nice tone for the performance\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  \u201cInformative and enjoyable performance-great for all ages\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

  \u201cExplains his love and passion for the guitar very well\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Fine Arts Committee \u2013  West Side Christian School<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff Dwarshuis is a consummate performer.  Beautiful music with wonderful explanations before playing the music itself.  He will give your performing arts series a real touch of class.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-George Jonte, Director of Music & Worship Ministries, Berkley 1st United Methodist<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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   \u201cJeff\u2019s classical guitar performances are always popular with library patrons and staff. His accomplished playing provides a relaxing and welcoming ambiance that is enjoyed by all.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jeff is a talented musician and we look forward to hosting more musical Sunday afternoons with Jeff.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Lisa Donner, Community Services Librarian, Spring Lake District Library<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

   \u201cJeff Dwarshuis\u2019 passion for the classical guitar and the music he plays is obvious.  His choice of music selections was varied, thoughtfully performed and thoroughly enjoyed.  The explanations about the composers and the music made a nice connection to the music for the audience.  The quietness and calmness of the people in attendance demonstrated a real appreciation for the musician and the music.\u201d<\/em><\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Carole McConnell, Vice President, Friends of the Tecumseh District Library, Tecumseh, MI<\/strong> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff entertained and enlightened us with both his superlative playing and intriguing commentary on the history of the classical guitar. An entirely professional performance.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Ken Raynor, Community Relations Department, Ann Arbor District Library<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI am proud and honored to recommend Jeff Dwarshuis. He is a truly talented musician able to captivate his audience.\u201d<\/strong><\/em> <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Larry Halverson \u2013 Community Relations Coordinator at Loutit District Library<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff worked with our Cultural Arts Committee as a presenting artist a while back and was truly a professional and a wonderful connection for our parents, students, and schools. I would recommend Jeff\u2019s work in the future.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Meggan George \u2013 Manager of the Forest Hills Fine Arts Center<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cJeff is a talented classical guitarist who is passionate about music and enjoys sharing it with others. The performances I\u2019ve attended have included innovative musical arrangements showcasing the guitar as a versatile chamber music instrument.\u201d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Joy Washburn \u2013 Associate Professor of Nursing at Grand Valley State University<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We have used Jeff multiple times for our clients who want engaging but different than the same old music. He comes fully prepared and does his homework to be prepared for the audience he will be performing for. Jeff\u2019s music is professional, enjoyable and inspiring.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 David Pace \u2013 CEO. Business Speakers Bureau and Entertainments<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff\u2019s performance for Music at Mid-Day was an astounding combination of technical and artistic skill.   We were transported by his music, and so impressed with his preparation and delivery.\u201d<\/strong> <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Dr. Patrick Coyle \u2013 Minister of Music, First Park Congregational Church<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cA name that\u2019s hard to pronounce, but a sound that\u2019s ever so easy to listen to.\u201d <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2013 Fr.Brian Coleman, Rector, Saint Thomas Episcopal Church of Battle Creek<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cJeff performed at our most recent afternoon Salon Concert to a packed house and an enraptured audience.  His selections demonstrated a wide diversity of ability and technique.  The introductions were witty as well as informative.  All in all, Jeff is a consummate performer and a perennial favorite of ours.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

-Andrew McMechan, Chair of Music at Christ Church Cranbrook<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAudiences will be impressed with both Jeff\u2019s technical skill as a classical guitarist as well as his ability to breathe fresh life into canonical compositions by adding his own inspired signature to the works. Not only will listeners enjoy Jeff\u2019s personal renderings of some of the most significant baroque, romantic and modern pieces that feature the guitar, he\u2019ll frame the music within its historical context by providing attendees with studied summaries of the works, their composers and the evolution of classical guitar music.\u201d <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

 <\/strong><\/em>\u2014Ryan Gage, Audiovisual Librarian of the Kalamazoo Public Library <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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