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Reviews from the 2008 UO Oregon Bach Festival Elderhostel Program #1850

On the UO Oregon Bach Festival Elderhostel Program . . .

“Recommend this program to all persons for the wonderful music in a charming pretty University Community.”

“Very good variety and overall quality, making good use of OBF, UO and related local sources and programs.”

“Really loved the whole six days. Nice to be surrounded by all high-class musicians and take part (listen) to the Discovery series. A valuable music education.”

“Barnhart Hall food is something I look forward to all year. Better than any “gourmet” restaurant. Great for vegetarians and people that are health conscious.”

On the UO Oregon Bach Festival Elderhostel Program staff . . .

“They were the best. Of all the Elderhostel’s [I] have attended (30+) [they] are among the foremost in my mind.”

“They couldn’t have been more gracious, friendly, or helpful. They deserve an “A” for this.”

“I appreciate the positive, cheerful, and enthusiastic attitude of the staff.”

“Staff was great—very enthusiastic, concerned and organized.”

On Barbara Baird “An American Eclectic Organ” . . .

“Really enjoyed it. Very knowledgeable and interesting speaker. I really appreciate her comments about the building and acoustics being part of the instrument.”

On Alexandre Dossin “Masters of 19th Century Piano Music” . . .

“His performance at the piano startlingly excellent!”

“How lucky can we get? His lectures were very informative based on his research and personal experience. He is a 1st class performer.”

“Prof. Dossin was superb—a gifted communicator and outstanding.”

On John Evans “Meet the New OBF Director” . . .

“I came away with a great appreciation for the care and expanded knowledge that goes into the planning of this great venture. John is a genius in organization, but also in his understanding of the individuals he works with.”

On Phyllis Villec “A Schubertiade: Part 1” . . .

“Good mix of speaking, music and pictures.”

On the Natural History Museum Tour . . .

“The museum is a wonderful treasure and showplace for the UO related programs and research.”

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Elderhostel at the University of Oregon