Venitia Sekema: Guestbook

doug fodrocy

January 19, 2007

venitia,

checking my e-mails and saw the poster for the upcoming "four of us" show.....it brought to mind the night we (the enlargements) played THE MIDWAY TAVERN with yourself and steve foresman as guests.....what great fun.....it was the night that "FOOL ME" became one of my new favorite songs.....hope to catch the 'four of you' at the battell center,.....doug

Ken

January 5, 2007

Hi Venitia,

Just in case we didn't already contact you... What are you currently doing to get airplay and charting for your most current release? That's what we do... artists hire us to get them airplay and charting on stations in the U.S. and Canada. I can send you some details in email if you like... just let me know if this is a good email address and I'll get them to you. Also... would love to get your physical CD or EP too, when it gets here, let's talk!

Musically Yours,

Ken DuBois
Bryan Farrish Radio Promotions
1828 Broadway, 2nd Floor
Santa Monica, CA 90404
ken@radio-media.com

rm

Denny Snyder

January 3, 2007

Venitia,
bruce Bartlett mwentioned to me that you might want me to put me on some open tracks for your next disc. I would like to do that, and he mentioned possibly this weekend sometime.
I meant to talk to you about it a couple of weeks ago, but with the holidays, travelling, etc., it got lost in the shuffle. Let me know when you get the chance. I could do whatever you have in mind, electric, acoustic, slide....

don

December 28, 2006

Hey, Im a friend, musician from the 60's of Bruce Bartlett. You really sound like Joan Biaz, great voice ! ! WOW
keep it gritty.

Don, outonalimb1@charter.net

Denny Snyder

December 15, 2006

Hello Nish,

I was looking for something to do tonight, but no such luck...

Peace,

Denny

Michele Nieto

November 27, 2006

Saw you here in Ft. Wayne, In a few months back, you are awesome!! Just found your card, so I finally got to check out your website!! Hope you get around to coming back

Jim Pickley

November 17, 2006

Had a great time with you and Reily last Saturday. You were sure making some good music up there. Anytime you guys need a piano player, let me know!!!!

Jim

Jared Fiske

November 3, 2006

love your CD Venitia, we met at an open mic at the livery back in July and you were kind enough to buy our CD's. Jared Fiske and Amy Herrera. We're booking an actual tour starting in sept. '07 so we'll definitely be in touch! hope you're well :)

Karen Angela Moore

October 25, 2006

Hey - just wishing you a great gig at the Studio with Riely. Hope things are going well.
Best - Karen Angela Moore Nashville

pieter cor aitton

October 12, 2006

My mother was a SEKEMA, Lamked Sekema, born 31`January 1891 and died 4 November 1984, She was born in Opende,Gr,, but her parents were Fries. Her father Pieter Sekema and her mother Geertje Bouius.
Please, tell me about your family. Have you a tree?
Please, send me information.
Thanks.
I should like to buy your CD. Much money and costs of sending.
My address is: Mr. P.C.Aitton (Scots family), House INCHDAIRNIE, Spinozalaan 26, 9752 NS Haren. Gn. The Netherlands.
e-mail: aitton@planet.nl
I have cousins SEKEMA.

Dale Nafziger

October 11, 2006

Enjoyed our brief visit to the Livery.
We have a handicaped child so we don't get out much and when we do it is not for two long.
If things work out we might be able to come back to perform some monday night.
The only thing is that my wife and I don't drink so I hope that they don't expect us to buy drinks. I guess if we can get on towards the begining it would work out better for us so it wouldn't be as late night. Let me know if you liked my CD.

Dale Nafziger

Molly Moon

October 2, 2006

Your site is smooth and beautiful - and has substance, Venitia. I enjoyed the blog descriptions of your travels, the photo gallery, and the easy format.
You're good at a lot of things, womanfriend.

Mollybelle Moonbeam

Matt

October 1, 2006

Hi Nish

Great gig in 3 Oaks. Thanks for letting me play the Alvarez, and taking me "furniture shopping" LOL...Who else but you could combine art, music, 1950's furniture, and Chianti with a live bagpiper! Now THAT'S a Party!
M.

Jennifer Haase

October 1, 2006

Venitia, I'm sitting here tappin' my toes to "Natural Red Head Girl" and feeling so very grateful to have met you in Chicago in September. Your disc is wonderful and so was sharing a gig with you! Come out and play a NYC gig or two with me in the new year, ya hear? Thanks again for being one of the reasons that trekkin' out to Naperville was a damn good idea.

David Curtis

September 30, 2006

Listened to your EPK on SonicBids. Very nice. Hope I can hear you in person onw of these days. I know how tuff it is to write a good song but you seem to have a real affinity for what resides in the soul. Thanks for the listen. If you get a chance check out my latest CD release "Poor Boy's Love Affair" my web address is www.davidcurtismusic.com Dave

brian mcclary

September 10, 2006

well,i and my son joined in your open mic one monday nite, and i must say the environment was as comfortable as in my own studio..a real pleasure it was...thanks much for making it that way..brian

Jeff

September 8, 2006

Glad to meet and hear you tonight in Mishawaka. Thanks for the CD, love it.
Hope to see you again, I'll work on some songs. Anytime you want to ride let me know I'd be more than happy to take you.
Jeff..........

jay johanan

September 2, 2006

i am the photog who was in downtown south bend yesterday, and just saying hi, and to say, i love your music and your page here...i will forward the pics soon, cya again soon

Lois Stockwell

August 30, 2006

Beautiful and "user friendly" webbie, Venitia! Thoroughly enjoyed my browsing time this morning. I have your "Lucky Numbers" CD, and I love the fact that a Chinese fortune cookie message was the catalyst to finally fully immerse yourself in your music. You really are a romantic! See you soon, Lois

Amy Herrera

August 27, 2006

Hey Venetia,

This is Amy Herrera, part of Fiske and Herrera. We played an open mic at the livery 3-4 weeks ago. I just wanted to say thank you for your help finding some places to play, and for having us at The Livery. We've been telling everyone we know about it, and how great it was to find such an amazing community of musicians. I hope we can come back soon! (Thank you again for your cd - it was amazing to listen to!)

~Amy~

Robert Hunter (ELWOOD SPLINTERS)

August 7, 2006

I saw you back a month ago now or so at the Woodfire. YOu are awesome!!! I truly loved every song. THough I am usually playing with Elwood Splinters, if you ever need guest percussion or guitar, Count me in, because your music is great.

Rob

John Derado

August 5, 2006

We keep being in the same place at different times. Plans on coming to the hoot on Monday. Perhaps we can finaly see each other. DIG THE TUNES!

Debby

July 13, 2006

Venitia, I really enjoyed your singing and playing at the Lakeland Court Yard. Hope you return sometime soon. Thanks again, Debby
PS, Natural Red Hair Girl is great!!!

Ronetta Pilcher

June 24, 2006

Hi:

Sitting her with Valerie having a glass of wine. Just wanted to say Hello. Valerie says Hey Girl.

Ronetta

Cathy L. Berk

June 20, 2006

WOW - I love your voice! The music is awesome. So glad Carl Payne gave me the link to your site.

Andre Nirmel

June 16, 2006

Hi Venitia,

I really enjoyed meeting you and watching you and Riely play together at Corner Coffee last night in Indy. You two sounded great and the show was a lot of fun. Great vibes! I look forward to seeing you when you play Indy again in August!

--Andre :D

Justin Flagel

May 8, 2006

I very much enjoyed the Livery. Thanks for helping convince me to come out. Talk to you soon.
Justin

April 30, 2006

Heartfelt gratitude to you, my precious friend; for inviting me to accompany you on your 4/26 gig @ Trattoria. We pulled out all of the stops on the second set and truly "Set the prarrie on fire", didn't we? A treasured experience. peace & music-michel

lancied

April 20, 2006

HI GIRL SEE YA MONDAY ROCK ON SUGAR

Mom

April 8, 2006

Venitia ~ Finally saw the web-site and I'm sooo impressed ! Thanks for the visit, as always it was too short ~ WHEN ARE YOU COMING BACK !?!?!? Love, Mom

sally

April 6, 2006

Venitia - looking forward to seeing you and hearing your music when you're in Milwaukee. I am also from Hebron and remember babysitting for your sister Valerie and you. Heard about your website and your picture & bio brought back alot of good memories.

Sally Schroeder

mcdowell

April 3, 2006

The new site looks great, Venitia. We can't wait to get back to the Livery soon. peace

Mike Ross

March 29, 2006

Hi Venitia,

You have made The Livery the place to be to hear great music every Monday night!

Thanks,

Mike Ross

Mami

March 23, 2006

Hi Venitia!

I'm proud of you for doing what you're doing, believing in yourself....I'm trying to do the same (wish me luck).

Hope to catch you LIVE somewhere someday... Come see me at Front Porch when you get a chance!

michel "biscuit" dasse

March 18, 2006

Our shared billing March 11th @ The Livery was a great gig, and a glorious "destination". But the weeks prior; rehearsals, song sharing,jamming, (laughing), all in preparation- was what made for a memorable "journey". HardwterBiscuit is grateful for all of your inspiration,and a bounty of memories.

marjolein and scott Senger

March 15, 2006

Hey Venitia,

Just checking out your wonderfull website, love it and really enjoyed the show at the livery, you are pretty amazing.
Marjolein

Deb

March 15, 2006

Great pics! If I get any good footage from last night's "sing-along," I'll pass it on! It was the best of times!!

ruth "ruthie" mccaughey nangle edlen

March 10, 2006

Nish the Fish,
seems like everyone in the family has seen you except me.. i have missed you so much over the years. i hope to see you soon, PLEASE EMAIL ME, or get my number from Rob. Loved the CD, i will always remember you for "The Wizard", do you remember singing it down in our basement, in your black kamona? I remember the words, and sing it to myself when I want to remember. love always: Ruthie

Andrew St.Pierre

March 9, 2006

Hi- I'm a Boston (actually, Hamilton, MA) friend of Matt Mullins. Matt sent your link along as he knows my love of good singing, songwriting and guitar playing. Congrats on your decision to follow your heart and best of luck with your career - I love your tone and your writing. Great stuff.
Best,
Andy

dennis butler

March 7, 2006

alot of folks see your poster in my store and some need infro. can you suppy a phone# thanks, dennis electronics 2000

derek street

March 7, 2006

seen yor poster at electronics 2000 and music center. ill be there

Matt Mullins R.Ph.

March 2, 2006

Gee!
I go for a short, little walkabout..(Ok, 25yrs, half the planet,and a couple oceans) and look what happens!!

Nish, to hear that beautiful voice again after so long,is a joy and a gift beyond compare.
M.

Uncle John

January 29, 2006

Hi Nish,
Great website for a great singer and songwriter. I wish I could have seen the
'4 of us' concert. It's a small calendar at times!
UJ

Jim Wilcox

January 27, 2006

Really enjoyed your show and talking with you this evening
would like to pick some togather soon

Jim Wilcox

wm wegiel

January 24, 2006

Thank's for your web site link. I really enjoy your sing at Jamie and Brooks weding will

Steve Foresman

January 23, 2006

I love the photos in the gallery. What fun that show was!!

Steve

Paul Schultz

January 10, 2006

Hi Venitia,
I just listened to "Old Flame"... what a great voice you have. Way to go.

McDowell

January 9, 2006

This is a great site, Venitia! The Livery show was FANTASTIC--we wish you well and hope the scene continues to grow and flourish. Cheers.

Diccon Lee

December 22, 2005

Hi Venitia,
Sure had a great time with you and the folks at the Livery!You have an exceptional voice and stage presence. Am enjoying your CD as well.great songs in a creative and inviting package. Love your web site too. Looking forward to the next time!

Diccon

Molly Moon

December 21, 2005

I finally got to read the article - very nice, Venitia! the whole website is beautiful.
Looking forward to more music with you - and friendship.
Molly

Lisa

December 13, 2005

Venitia,
Love your songs - especially The River Song! We had our webmaster put your one of your songs on our Inn's website so we could share your "heavenly" songs with all our guests!! I love that you are truly living out your fortune!

Jim Peltz

December 6, 2005

Venitia, It was my pleasure to perform on your AWESOME cd. It really turned out GREAT!
Kellirae and I are on at Fiddlers on 12/15 - not 12/8 - and - I plan on visiting you at the Livery soon to be a part of your Open Mic Night. Thanks, Jim

"duke biscuit"

November 18, 2005

As a musician and long time denizen of the Benton Harbor Arts District, i speak for many when i say how very grateful we are to have an open-mic (@The Livery) in the district again.
Thanks Venitia, for not only making it happen, but also for sharing your wonderful talent, and your gracious hosting skills as well.

Kent Rowe

November 4, 2005

Sorry I missed your playing at the Beanery in Mishawaka...however I really enjoyed your new CD... definitely some great songs and surprisingly strong and clean production values, kudos to your engineer.I went and got a fortune cookie after I listened to your album and it said "Please disregard previous Fortune"... Lastly, I have to get a close up of that Beautiful K Ryan of yours one of these days...that is one incredible work of art. Keep the creative spirit flowing, where words fail, the music begins...Kent

sana

October 29, 2005

it is a great cd., good for you.

it was nice to see you two again.
peace and well-being.

Tim Madlem

October 25, 2005

Great website, Nish! Way to go! I hope to see you soon.
Tim

jeannine

October 22, 2005

hey venitia. I went to the box factory to pick up something and noticed your cd. way to go! I knew you'd been playing around town, but WOW! I checked out the calendar and I definitely need to get out to see ya. glad things are going well. e-mail me.
jeannine

anne

October 16, 2005

Hey Girl! What a treat it was to hear you play at the Royal! Hurry up and move up here so we can see each other more often!

Lisa

October 14, 2005

Hey Nish
ABSOLUTELY Love the CD!!Way to go.

Bob and Sheila McCaughey

October 10, 2005

Nish, It is so nice to be in touch with you again. Seeing you again and having you play your music in our home brings back a lot of memories for me (Bob). You have a lot of talent and we are very proud of you. We are anxious to hear you play again soon. Love, Bob and Sheila

lainey

September 18, 2005

What an honor to have you sing in
my own livingroom.
So good to see you guys,Nish.

DAD

September 16, 2005

I LOVE YOUR WEBSITE!!!! LOVE DAD

Debbie Sandroff

September 10, 2005

I came, I looked, I listened... You did it, my friend!! It's time for the world beyond to be touched by your voice, heart and soul. Shine on!
Love, always.

Tommy Miller

September 6, 2005

Can't wait to hear your new Album

Bruce Bartlett

August 28, 2005

Hi Venitia,
When we recorded Lucky Numbers, it was a thrill not only to hear your music, but also to witness your arranging skills and to see your joy when it all came together. Your lucky number definitely came up!
Happy trails and clear skies,
Bruce

Corky

August 28, 2005

I didn't know when i'd see you get get my copy of "Lucky Numbers" so Judy Berg sold me hers and i enjoyed it very much! Nice Job!
Best of luck in your endeavors and I hope to work with you again soon!
Rock On!

Lisa Barnetson

August 27, 2005

I am so PROUD of you, can't wait to hear the new CD. Couldn't you have come to BC in October so I could see you. Don't forget to drop in on my Italy trip. 11 SLEEPS!

Kevin Joiner

August 27, 2005

Congrats, Nish! Can't wait to hear the CD, which I'll be buying the next time I see ya!