2005 Testimonials from Students

What did you like best about Midwest Banjo Camp?

"Seeing, meeting & talking with some of the great banjo players." (DG Hammond, Hartford City, IN)

"That I could go to sessions that focused on neither old time nor bluegrass but rather on the possibilities of the banjo. (Spencer Bennett, Adrian, MI)

"Diversity of topics and faculty; faculty compassion for camp members." (Jerry Dahl, Kalamazoo, MI)

"The laid back atmosphere and opportunities to jam with the instructors." (Lacy Gregg, Negaunee, MI)

"Teachers' ability to teach. I was thrilled with everything, really!" (Lorene Smith, Lansing, MI)

"Being exposed to different styles of playing and meeting and listening to all the instructors." (Stephanie Fritts, Utica, MI)

"Close-up instruction; slow enough to not intimidate." (Harley Jensen, Lansing, MI)

"The calibur and vast spectrum of teachers and levels of instruction available." (Mike Petrosky, Howell, MI)

"The hands-on, step by step approach of each class." (Mark Moza, Batavia, OH)

"Every single class was amazing." (Frances Trail, Mason, MI)

Your overall assessment of Midwest Banjo Camp?

"A very profitable experience!" (George Gaerig, Redford, MI)

"Great people, great opporrtunity - well exceeded my expectations." (Marshall Ponzi, Mount Prospect, IL)

"Great variety, well run" (Joy Stone, Austin, TX)

"Pleasantly overwhelming!" (Doug Filbrun, New Paris, OH)

"Really enjoyed it; it was my first camp - great forum!" (Mike Petrosky, Howell MI)

"Wow!" (Frances Trail, Mason, MI)

If I could change one thing about the Camp?

"I was so impressed I don't know what to put here." (Doug Filbrun, New Paris, OH)

"I enjoyed every part" (Stephanie Fritts, Utica, MI)

"It's pretty near perfect, just have it again!" (Frances Trail, Mason, MI)

Classes:

"I was very impressed with the variety. I didn't have a bad class. Seemed to be something for everyone " (Stephanie Fritts, Utica, MI)

Concert:

"Awesome, it was wonderful to be able to see and hear s omany great musicians and so many different styles" (Stephanie Fritts, Utica, MI)

"Fantastic, Inspiring!" (Diane Robitelle, Haslett, MI)

General:

"This camp was a memorable experience of a lifetime. The organization, design and exectution were superior. Looking forward to next year." (Marshall Ponzi, Mount Prospect, IL)

"After camp ended, everyone I talked to said they enjoyed themselves and would like to do it again next year. For me it was a great experience which I'll always remember." (Kathy Keenan, Cropseyville, NY)

"I have attended other camps and my congratulations to you for putting together such a diverse banjo course offering. The teachers you brought in were truly amazing! They genuinely had much to offer in technique, style and recommendations for improvement." (Steve McCalmon, Fort Gratiot, MI)

"I had a great time. The atmosphere was really positive and inspiring . Everybody was really approachable." (Lacy Gregg, Negaunee, MI)

"This was my first camp ever so didn't know what to expect. Wow! I'll be baaaaack." (Doug Filbrun, New Paris, OH)

"I loved all the campers, as well as the instructors and other staff. It was wonderful being with all the great musicians and all the BANJOS!! There was such a great mix of talent on the staff." (Iris Gruhl, Ann Arbor, MI)

"Best Camp so far! I've attended about 6." (Dennis Young, Atlanta, GA)

"This was the first music camp I have ever been to. I loved it and will definitely be back next year." (Stephanie Fritts, Utica, MI)

"I'm not sure that the biggest names are the best teachers, but this was a great faculty even with "big" names. The virtuosity of the faculty was incredible." (CW Duncan, Upton, MA)

"Great!!! (Tim Jackson, Willis, MI)

"Please come back next year." (Frances Trail, Mason, MI)

"Best and most productive time I've had in years." (Sean O'Reilly, Farmington, MI)

"Thanks you for organizing this helpful, enriching, fun event." (Diane Robitelle, Haslett, MI)