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22.02.2010 MIKE FLACK

Message:
Ray, ... it was fun playing music with you today! I thanked Ron James - the guitar player - for calling me in on the last minute. Hope we get to do it again! See a couple of videos:

Peace, Love, ... Mike
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Mike,

Yes it was a pleasure for me as well. I am passing your sticks on to some of the drummers I know too. Great product for you man. Let me know if I can help in any other way. Send me your email address Mike.

Regards,

Ray



27.01.2010 GREGG

Message:
hey ray ..i dont know if you remember me ...w..hope to see you soon and i intend to make one of your future gigs ...you were a ppeace to you and continued success ....your friend ....gregg
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Gregg,

Of course I remember you and I hope that all is going great for you. Send me an email to ray@rayblue.com and a phone number. Would love to talk again and catch up.

Regards,

Ray



13.01.2010 DUKE SEIDMANN

Message:
Hi Ray

Just wanted to tell you again how much we enjoyed and appreciated your guest appearance with THE BLUE FLAGSHIPS on January 2. We've got lots of enthusiastic feedback about your excellent playing, the fat sounds of the horns and how well the "different musical traditions" fitted together. No wonder: It's ONE music!
Thanks again, Ray. We felt honored and it was a great pleasure indeed to share stage with you.

Keep on keepin' on!

Swisskrissly yours
Duke
 
Ray's answer:
Hey Duke,

It was a great experience to work with you and the Flagships. The tradition that you hold too is remarkable and believe me, it was an honor for me. In addition to the playing, you hold an amazing amount of knowledge of the culture of the music. God bless my friend and I look forward to our next hit together.

Always,

Ray



07.12.2009 JEFF P.

Message:
Hi Ray,

So glad to hear about the new cd........PLEASE keep all of us posted when it's released and where we could find it!! Looking forward to seeing you sometime soon in the CT or MA area.

Jeff
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Jeff,

Happy to hear from you. I hope to be in your area during the coming year. Drop a line some time and let me know how you are doing. rayblueisax@yahoo.com

Stay well.

Ray



13.02.2009 THEODORE BURNETT

Message:
Heard your radio interview. Hope to see you
peace.
 
Ray's answer:
Yakov,

It is so good to hear from you. Please, I must see you. 646-319-8008

Blue



15.01.2009 PETER

Message:
Thank You Ray, it was incredible evening in Olsztyn! I'm happy.
 
Ray's answer:
'Thank youi Peter for being a part of the evening. I look forward to coming back.

Ray



02.12.2008 HENRY

Message:
Hey Ray! When are you going to be back in the states again, especially the NY tri-state area?
I'd like you to meet my dear friend Mike Torsone.
he is a truly "world class" Hammond B-3 player / builder.
Regularly plays at "Smoke" @ 105th st & B'way, etc.
Hope all is well w you.
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Hank, wonderful to hear from you again. Would love to see you and meet your friend. Please send me your contact information. rayblueisax@yahoo.com

Ray



06.11.2008 FRANZI

Message:
Ciao Ray! Come stai? Here is Franzi from Schlanders (Italy). Do you remember? We were very impressed of your concert. I will be very happy if you send me the fotos. You are on my mind and good luck for your tour! Spero a presto! :)
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Franzi, nice to hear from you. Lets email and get the photo thing worked out. Be well and happy new year.



19.08.2008 ARTHUR HARRISON

Message:
The Bass Line concert was hot, a sensation and a big treat. It made leaving Manhattan for a different event quite rewarding. All of you played your hearts out. It was wonderful.
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Arthur. The gig was a lot of fun and musically exciting for us as well. See you on the next one.

Ray



03.08.2008 DOMINGO

Message:
Ray...
Great sounds at Bushnell Park in Hartford. It was jazz the way it should be played.
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Domingo.



10.07.2008 GABI

Message:
A great Saturday night in Berlin's garden.
I enjoyed it a lot.

Take care,
Gabi
 
Ray's answer:
It was a great night Gabi and I look to see you again.

Ray



01.07.2008 SHARON

Message:
dear ray
it was a wonderful evening with the soulful tenors at the jazz festival in köpenick.
take care
s.
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Sharon, it was so nice that you were there to share the evening.

You take care too,

Ray



31.03.2008 DIANE HOFFMAN

Message:
Hi Ray Delighted to have met you on the Network - and your
beautiful response to my music - hope to meet when you come
through New York next time. Peace, Diane
 
Ray's answer:
Hello Diane,

Thank you for the reply. I look forward to hearing you perform. Until soon.

Ray



21.03.2008 ARNIE PEREZ

Message:
Greetings Ray:
Had a chance to hear your interview with Sharif this evening (3-20-08) and just wanted you to know that I feel better knowing that the music is well represented with artists like you. It was a pleasure :).
 
Ray's answer:
Dear Arnie, Thank you for your message and support. Jazz is a precious art form that we want to pass on. Please feel free to contact me again and do visit: www.myspace.com/raybluecrosscontinentalspirit and www.jazznetwork.ning.com



11.02.2008 SCOTT HOLLOMAN

Message:
Great Music!!! I had the proud distinction to explain to a seven year old that this music he was hearing was special because each musician was there playing LIVE with a real instrument that they practice on daily. The seven yr. old has a guitar and in time will get lessons. Fueling his inspiration was the musician from the continent of Africa. I saw you for the first time in the Cafe in Jersey City (there are books upstairs).
May the creator continue to fill the world with healing sounds and continue to manifest the harmony of group effort in relationship, through you. Congratulations on the union with Rita. Fall in love with her daily and stay in tune with the universe.
Much love and expection, sincerely, Scott

 
Ray's answer:
Hi Scott, your words are so very touching. Continue to keep your child close to music. Please send me an email; rayblueisax@yahoo.com, I will put you on the mailing list. Looking forward to seeing you next time. Please make sure that you introduce yourself and your child. Fond regards



28.01.2008 DEAR RAY,

Message:
Thank you very much for coming to my "beautiful" rehearsing room and all the good advices. I'm still not able to vibrate with my tongue.
I very much hope to see you next year again. All the best!!!
Walter
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Walter,

It was such a pleasure to hang out with you and to play together. I also look forward to seeing you again.



28.01.2008 LYDIA

Message:
Hi Ray, I spent 2 funny nights in the PINK bar in Zermatt with my friends and we reaaly enjoyed your music. So thanks for the great nights. I

Have a good time

Lydia
 
Ray's answer:
Hello Lydia, nice to hear that you had a good time at my concerts. Hope to see you again. Please send me your contact information to: rayblueisax@yahoo.com so that I can give you the information that you asked for.

Regards,

Ray
www.myspace.com/raybluecrosscontinentalspirit



21.01.2008 ANDREAS

Message:
Hi Ray
Thanks for the great music you've played in Zermatt and also for the nice talk we've had this night.
I'd love to hear more of your music.
CU, Andreas
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Andreas for being there to share the evening. You made my day.





26.12.2007 MASSIMO

Message:
Hi Ray,

thank you so much for the fantastic concert in Bern. you`re an
excellent saxaphonist & you love your job, one can see that!!
 
Ray's answer:
It was great to meet you and your family Massimo. Can´t wait to see you again. Stay well.



17.12.2007 MARLIS KIRCHHOFER

Message:
Dear Ray

I want to thank you for the wonderful concert yesterday in Lucerne. The music and your group is allways in my mind.

 
Ray's answer:
That is a wonderful to know Marlis. Many blessings



17.12.2007 MIKE PETER

Message:
Hello Master Blue!

Many thanks for a wonderful evening - that was smashing!
 
Ray's answer:
Looking forward to the next one Mike.



20.11.2007 ALEX MARIYANI

Message:
Hey, Ray!

I just got a chance to sit down and listen to your new album from
start to finish, and I dig it. What you did on Softly was killin.
That's a great standard anyways, but the drums were burnin in the
beginning. I really dug your sound on the whole album.

Peace.
 
Ray's answer:
Thanks Alex.



21.08.2007 MILTON IRONS

Message:
Hi Ray ,

Finally had time to check you out. Verry very impressed.
I read the story about Jim Crow is still alive. Sometimes living away from America, it`hard to believe this short of thing is still happing. As a buddist I try to be positive about our future as human beings and I pray everyday for PEACE
in the hearts of us all.. Keep up your goodwork and thanks for the link to COLOR OF CHANGE.

nam myoho renge kyo

Milton Irons
 
Ray's answer:
Milton,

Wonderful to have met you. I was listening to the sample of your poetry at the meeting, very impressive as well. Will see you more in Berlin. Stay well and keep writing.

Regards,

Ray



17.08.2007 BROTHA DOUG

Message:
Hey Bro,

I just got that vvery special photo of you and "Mrs. Blue". How Precious!!

I will cherish it the way I do our friendship!

Brotha Doug
 
Ray's answer:
Back at you Bro. Love you too.

Ray



21.07.2007 INGRAM WASHINGTON

Message:
HELLO AGAIN,

I WOULD LOVE TO JOIN IN ON ONE OF YOUR WORKSHOP SESSIONS (FREE OF CHARGE) IF YOU DO ANYTHING WITH SINGERS JUST TO DEMONSTRATE DIFFERENT SOUNDS. KEEP IN TOUCH

INGRAM
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Ingram,

Thank you for expressing an interest. It would be a great addition to the workshop concept. I will follow up with you on that.

Ray



09.07.2007 JOHN SAGATTI(TANZANIA,BAGAMOYO.)

Message:
HI Ray,
i pressume you are doimg very fine,i do so well here in bagamoyo,iam right now working for at the college of arts,as amusic tutor and audio tutor.Iam looking forward to establish a music library at the school which will comprise different music genres and one of the cds i have now is yours,remeber you gave me in zanzibar as a gift,after wrking with you at ZIFF,so i ask for your permission that your cd will be used as a reference material for learning(if agreed)and please if there is an institution we can link with to collect more music so that our fellow students could be exposed into international music scene,exploring good music around the world,experiencing wider knowledges in music learning,playing and listerning.thanks a lot for info.take cre ..jo
 
Ray's answer:
Hi John,

It is always to good to hear from you. Thank you for the update on your work as well. You are doing wonderful things. Yes, please use my CD in your library. In fact, I have three more of my CD´s to send to you for the library.

John I will post this on my web site and also ask others to send references for obtaining music and learning materials to my email address: ray@rayblue.com . I will forward the information to you.

Stay well my friend and we´ll remain in contact.

Sincerely,

Ray Blue
www.rayblue.com



06.07.2007 JOHN TARABOCCHIA

Message:
Im a novice tenor sax player, and, Cant get the tune
WORK, from the Spiirit of Life Ensemble CD "That Healin Feelin", out of my Head!!! The Sax Intro is so FULL and FAT, then, the rest of the tune just takes me for a deep emotional ride! not to mention that ALL of the horns blend
perfectly!!!!.... but I must ask, what
Sax/Mouthpiece setup did you use to
record that tune!!!!

KEEP BLOWING, YOUR AWESOME !!!

John
 
Ray's answer:
John,

Glad that the tune works for you. I am using a Jody Jazz DV 7* mouthpiece. You may want to check one out.

Regards,

Ray



06.07.2007 JOHN TARABOCCHIA

Message:
I´m a sax player and I cant get the tune "WORK", from the Spiirit of Life Ensemble CD "That Healin Feelin", out of my Head!!! The Sax Intro is so FULL and FAT, then, the rest of the tune just takes me for a deep emotional ride! not to mention that ALL of the horns blend perfectly!!!!.... but I must ask, what Sax/Mouthpiece setup did you use to record that tune!!!!

KEEP BLOWING, YOUR AWESOME !!!

John
 
Ray's answer:
Hi John,

Thank you for such compliments. I´m happy that you enjoy my tune and my playing on the CD. I play a GB Tenor Saxophone and the Jody Jazz DV 7* mouthpiece. Playing in that horn section is a real joy, so many great players and a fine chemistry. I look forward to our meeting you soon, would like to speak with you in person. Keep Blowin too!!!

Ray



09.06.2007 VICTORIA LEITNER

Message:
Hey there Guy,
Thanks so much for meeting with me today.......
I've so enjoyed listening to your wonderful music on this site.....looking forward to seeing you next Tuesday and sharing some music together...
Thanks again........
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Victoria,

Great to meet you as well. You are a fine talent and I look forward to hearing good things from you.

Peace,

Ray
p.s. Thanks Don



14.04.2007 JIM GARDNER

Message:
Ray,

I pulled up your website from the Peekskill High School Alumni Website. I am thrilled to see you have done so much with your talents and skills. The pride of the class of "68"!

Ray, best regards and wishes for your continued success!
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Jim,

What a wonderful suprise man. Please send me an email to ray@rayblue.com

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Ray



11.04.2007 PATRIK

Message:
Hey Ray,
Thank you so much for your fantastic set in zermatt, the wine has never tasted so good :) I hope you still got my number and that you will contact me when you have the Stockholm dates set.
Love and Respect
Patrik
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Patrik,

Yes, I have your information and I´ll be in touch with you. Looking forward to seeing you in Stockholm.

Regards,

Ray



23.03.2007 GRACE VAN PANHUYS-DE PESTGERS

Message:
Hi Ray. It was wonderful to hear you in Zermatt again and hope we will get you in the BIM house here.....
Good to talk to you too and thanks for :the sentimental mood"....and a great dancing night.
Have fun in Paris and hope till soon, love, Grace
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Grace,

Wonderful to meet you as well.. Hope to see you in Amsterdam or in anyother concert venue. Many blessings.

Always,

Ray



26.02.2007 TONY SCONYERS

Message:
Ray - Thanks for coming to Davenport. Hope you can come again. Appreciated your inspiring and thought provoking comments during the workshop.

Hope to be able to catch you in full concert sometime. Thanks again for sitting in wiith us.

Tony
 
Ray's answer:
Hey Brother Tony,

The gig in Davenport was so enjoyable and it was more than a pleasure to meet and play with you and Boris. Your voice is remarkable. Next time won´t´be soon enough. Stay well and see you then.

Always,

Ray



23.02.2007 CHRIS RASBECK

Message:
Ray- It's your old choir friend from ST. Peter's. I bought your CD last summer and have enjoyed it very much. I am following in your footsteps-sort of-working for Cardinal McCloskey, teaching Life Skills to aging out youth. Returned to Peekskill after teaching Art in Rural Fla.. Sorry I missed you earlier in February, look forward to seeing you next time around. Wishing you PEACE - Chris Rasbeck
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Chris,

Wonderful to hear from you. Please send me an email, rayblueisax@yahoo.com would love to communucate with you.

Hugs,

Ray



22.02.2007 GLORIA MUNYAKAZI

Message:
First of all i just want to thank you very much for your performance at our school. It's not every day students like myself see such a well put together musician like yourself. I really enjoyed your perfomance. I liked the fact that you do what you love, this is not an easy task to persue but you simply took the chanllenge. I Really appreciated the different coultures you embrace in your musicianship.


thank you again,
Gloria Munyakazi
 
Ray's answer:
Dear Gloria,

To receive such a message from you means so much and it inspires me. Thank you. Do continue to prepare for and persue your dreams as well. Continue to be self-motivated and share the wealth that is within you.

Always,

Ray



13.02.2007 PAT HALLINAN

Message:
What a great night in Peekskill last Saturday! Thank you for the wonderful experience you created for our children - and a terrific concert.
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you as well Pat for being a part of the evening. I am still on Cloud 9 from the expeience. I am proud of each and everyone one of students and I thank them.

Ray



06.02.2007 TAMM E HUNT

Message:
Hey Ray!

All the best to you and your beautiful music.

JOY!!
Tamm E Hunt
 
Ray's answer:
And all the best to Harlems Lady of Song!!!



27.12.2006 PASTOR FRANK WILLIAMS

Message:
Praise the Lord! My brother I just wanted to let you know that I appreicate you and I thank God that we are able to great things for His Glory. We will continue to pray for you here at the PFF Pentecostal Church of Berlin, You were a blessing to our Chritmas Eve Celebration and We hope that you was blessed also. Keep the faith and continue to keep people smiling. Be Blessed!

Pastor Frank
 
Ray's answer:
Dear Pastor Frank,

It was a blessing and a pleasure to be a part of the Christmas Eve Celebration at PFF. Looking forward to our continued work and collaborations.

Many Blessings,

Ray



17.12.2006 ANTONIOS VYTHOULKAS

Message:
Hello Ray,

My wife and me enjoyed your performance at Park Hotel in Zug / Switzerland. Beside being a fantastic musician your're the best US ambassandor.
We hope to have the opportunity to hear and see you soon.

Antonios Vythoulkas
PS: Remember the foto with Noa, Sven and me in the middle ? :-)
 
Ray's answer:
Dear Antonios,

Of course I remember you and it is wonderful to hear from you and to receive the kind words that you send. Thank you so much. I hope very much to see you and your wife again in the near future. Please send me your email address at; ray@rayblue.com. Be well and have a happy holiday season.

Always,

Ray Blue



09.12.2006 BERT HOLDER (THELBERT)

Message:
RAY,

It's been a very long time...You have, and continue to do some wonderful things! I am very proud,and happy for you!
I am also happy to hear that you, Chip White, and Mike C. and still crossing paths. My sister Lynn told me she spoke with you in Peekskill, and that you were an International Artist, so I hunted down your website.You are indeed doing your thing.
After I buy all of your cd's I hope to see you perform in Peekskill on 02/10/07 at the Paramount.

You are truely Blessed!
Peace and Love!

BERT HOLDER
 
Ray's answer:
Hey Bert,

Man what a wonderful suprise to hear from you. It has been so many years. Please email me your information at: ray@rayblue.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Peace and Love back to you,

Ray



11.11.2006 THOMAS DE LATES, MUNICH

Message:
Dear Ray,

I'll never forget your wonderful performance at Piazza Linda. Everytime I hear your beautiful CD, especially the one track about your walk with that late Friend, I feel metaphysically and spiritually touched in way, that makes my tears flow.

Fate gave me that precious present to have met you - may your enchanting music make people feel happy and existentially reasonable for many many years to come. The world needs many more musicians like you - and fortunately there are some others already on the scene.

Keep on swinging!

Tom
:-)
 
Ray's answer:
Wow Thomas, these are very touching words...thank you. I will do my best to share what I have.

Sincerely,

Ray



06.11.2006 SHARON

Message:
dear ray

last night was an absolutely refreshing, warm and relaxing atmosphere at the samariter church in berlin. your music pulled me into the spell!! you shifted me into an other world. thank you for that....
i love you new cd "transvision", especially track nr. 4.

all the best!

warm regards
sharon
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Sharon for being apart of the evening.

Warm regards to you,

Ray



23.10.2006 PHILLIP PETERSEN

Message:
Good morning Ray,

You guys played an absolutely stunning performance last night.
Thank you for such a great evening!!!

Phil
 
Ray's answer:
Phil,

We all thank you Phil. It is always special to perform at the Unity Center, its a wonderful venue. See you and Rose next time.

Always,

Ray



06.10.2006 JORG

Message:
Hello Ray,

I just wanted to thank God, that He used you in such a marvelous way in
yesterdays service! And I thank you for your great inspiration and love
for
Gods music. Everyone who was a part of the church service really knew
that
God was there! So may God continuous to be with you and your Band, too!

I wish you all the best for you concerts and have a great time in the
states!

Jörg
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Jorg and many blessings to you as well. It is a real honor to know you as well.

Warmly,

Ray



03.10.2006 WOLF

Message:
You were totally awesome at the mller branch library. I would not have missed it for the world. I pray much success on the CD.
 
Ray's answer:
Thank you Wolf and I am happy that you were there as well. Looking forward to seeing you again when we return to the New York area.

Always,

Ray



09.07.2006 JOHN BASILE

Message:
Hi Ray,
Nice gig! Great to play with you and hope we can hook up again when you return. I'd love to do a duo/trio gig if possible as well so if you know your return dates let me know. All the best, safe travel, and look forward to the next hit ....
Peace,
JB
 
Ray's answer:
Hi John,

The pleasure was truly mine. You are an amazing musician. Will stay in touch.

Always,

Ray



22.06.2006 HELMUT, FROM ADI / ETHIOPIA

Message:
Hi RAY,

I�m following your GIGS since Jears... hope to meet U end of July in Munich
Your fan
helmut
 
Ray's answer:
Hello Helmut,

What a pleasant suprise to hear from you. I look forward to meeting you as well.

Sincerely,

Ray



12.06.2006 SHARON

Message:
hello ray

from time to time i visit your website.
thank you for the explanation about your cross-cultural connection. i admire your joy and entusiasm about your music and the workshops you are leading around the world.
further much success with your work.

regards from switzerland
sharon
 
Ray's answer:
Hi Sharon,

I am happy to receive message and comment and to know that you support this vision. Thank you much, the mission will continue to move forward.

Appreciatively yours,

Ray



21.05.2006 LAURATHOMASMAIL@YAHOO.COM

Message:
Looking forward to a wonderful evening enjoying your music at Bakers Keyboard Lounge in Detroit. Laura
 
Ray's answer:
Hello Laura,

I am looking forward to returning to Bakers. My last time there was a wonderful experience and I am eager to be back. Bakers is a special place. Can't wait. Please be sure to introduce yourself.

Regards,

Ray Blue



15.05.2006 KATHY HOGAN, CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA

Message:
Ray, I enjoyed your music and group so much this past weekend at the African-American Museum in C.R. You really made my weekend, and I'm still thinking about it. You are truly inspirational -- spiritual without preaching; teaching us without being condescending; and enlightening us about jazz and blues and cultural differences, but how we all have the same basic needs. Keep up the great work you do.
Kathy
 
Ray's answer:
Dear Kathy,

Your presence at the event was so very, very important. We all thank you for your, attendance, inspiration and support and we look forward to seeing you when we return. Please be sure that I have your email address.

Sincerely,

Ray Blue
Cross-Cultural Connection, Inc.



sax@rayblue.com