Vocal Pride Foundation, Tulsa, OK

May 17 , 2006
We absolutely loved "A Musical Feast!" The meal was wonderful and the music was tasty, too. Seriously, the musicianship -- variety of styles and performance quality was superb. Who could ask for anything more?
Fred & Debra Garfinkel

May 16 , 2006
Tulsa should be thankful that our community is made richer by the presence of COMC. Kudos to all involved.
Frank Letcher

May 16 , 2006
John Spiegel is my youner brother. He gave me, my sister, and a friend a tickete to your Musical Feast Concert for my birthday on Saturday night. It was FANTASTIC!!! Thank you for a wonderful evening!!
Victoria Spiegel

May 15 , 2006
COMC's Music on the Half Shell Concert was magnificent! Wonderful song selections and performances. BRAVO!
Ginny Creveling

December 18, 2005
The purpose of this is to comment on the recent appearance of The Council Oak Mens Chorale at Trinity Episcopal Church's "Tuesdays" series November 29. Under the strong, but sensitive direction of their able conductor, Andre Martin, these men displayed an ensemble of exemplary balance (i.e. , TTBB), sure intonation, creative programming and superb attention to text, as in John Leavitt's "Ose Shalom," which demonstrated the sturdier attributes of their unapologetic masculine sound and Franz Biebl's moving "Ave Maria," a crowd pleaser. The listener, especially in this wonderful polyphonic gem, was caught up in every word these men sang with shaded beauty wrought with their voices alone. The City of Tulsa should be proud of this arts ensemble, and for the contribution they make to its musical heartbeat.
Dr. Raeder Anderson
Tulsa, Oklahoma

December 6, 2005
Attended your Christmas concert Saturday night and was amazed at the talent and quality of your presentation. Tulsa is lucky to have such an outstanding group of men. Keep up the good work!!!
Brad Burnham

December 6, 2005
I am Victoria Spiegel, John Spiegel's sister. I had the great privilege of hearing you on Saturday evening for the first time. John gave me a ticket as an early Christmas gift and with my sister, Debbie, and a mutual friend, the three of us greatly enjoyed your concert. I especially loved your Hebrew song. Your Hebrew was perfect. I spent a great many years living in New York City and have had a lot of exposure to Judaism and Hebrew hymns. The Mexican "Hallejuha" Chorus at the end was a perfect ending to a perfect evening. Thank you again for a wonderful performance. It was greatly enjoyed by myself, my family and friend, and I am sure by everyone else. I hope to hear you again very soon.
Happy Holidays,
Victoria Spiegel

September 19, 2005
I want to thank COMC for putting on SUCH a WONDERFUL show with Sing For The Cure as well as Songs Of Faith, performed at Higher D. I live in Nashville, and that's around a 684 mile drive, of which I drove to see Songs of Faith, but flew out to see Sing! and I have to say, the drive was worth every mile. My best friend Alex Hatfield is a member, and seeing him enjoy himself so, moves me. All of your members enjoy and sound so wonderful. I've never been to such events before, and I'm astounded each time I see COMC, they just get better and better. I will definately be back to see COMC in the future, weather permitting will drive out in December too!
Tim Rediker
Nashville, Tennessee

September 17, 2005
Hello. My name is Brad Ward and I'm the new Executive Director of GALA Choruses. I was delighted to see two thriving choruses in Tulsa. I'll be in touch with you!
Brad Ward, Executive Director, GALA Choruses
Fort Worth, Texas

September 14, 2005
We always feel blessed to be included with such a wonderful, loving, caring, group. COMC is the greatest! We are always more impressed each time we get together. It was our honor to be included in Sing for the Cure and we sincerely thank you for including us in your magnificient performance. We have many fond memories as a result of being included with COMC. All of you have a special place in our hearts! All of the narrators are special people in our hearts as well. Thank you for the ribbons which we proudly wear and honor. We so much love to watch COMC perform as you can see and feel the love, that is part of what makes all of you so special.
John & Jana Grafing
Sand Springs, OK

September 1, 2005
I want you to know that it is my privilege to sing with your group. As my friends, you all have more heart and soul than even some of the people in my church. Yes, I have gay friends, and nobody can tell me I can, or can't. I'll have you know not one person from my church attended. Afterwards, I went to the lobby and saw all of you guys with family and friends, hugging and kissing, in joyous celebration of the cause that unites us all, and I had no one there to greet me. But I'm ok with that because Jesus was there with me, what could be better than that. Fly your colors with pride because you should be proud of your accomplishments as men! Take care and God bless.
Randy Williams
Tahlequah, OK

August 31 , 2005
I wanted to express once again my appreciation for the beautiful concert on Saturday night. I had heard how moving and beautiful it is, and you certainly didn’t disappoint me in that regard. I was so glad to be there and to be involved in such a wonderful project. Of course, I always love your concerts, and plan to attend whenever possible. Please give my thanks and warm wishes to the other COMC guys, and I hope to see you both soon! Take care,
Kathy Horne

August 30, 2005
I just wanted to say, both personally and on behalf of the Susan G. Komen Foundation Board in Tulsa, thanks for a wonderful "Sing. " What an awesome, moving performance, and to think that I left my handkerchief and Kleenex at home! That gospel number toward the end was an absolute showstopper. The whole evening was a treat, and we are most grateful for all of the time and hard work Council Oak put into the performance. Please pass my thanks along to your Board and the members of the Chorale. We appreciate your service to Komen, breast cancer survivors and the Tulsa community.
Chris Payne, President, Tulsa Affiliate
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

August 28, 2005
Just wanted to say a huge congratulations on a superb concert! Sing For the Cure was breathtaking, emotional, stunning. Singers, narrators, musicians, all performed to perfection. If there were any glitches, they were absolutely not noticeable or distracting. Smooth job, wonderful evening. Greg Davis, you're fabulous. I talked today to another friend who went, who was also overwhelmed by the concert. She also is a Glen Jones admirer, and hopes he is getting the attention she believes he so richly deserves. I'll stop before it become too excessive. However, please read this message as if it were underlined, bolded and with exclamation points behind every sentence. Thanks to all for your hard work and for a wonderful evening.
Martha Hardwick

June 15, 2004
Dear Men of Council Oak, A huge thank you to each and every one of you who took the time to bring your fantastic talent to the library! What a fantastic concert!! The audience absolutely loved it and it was definitely the highlight of Diversity Celebration 2004 for many of us. You guys are the greatest and we love you all.
Mary Waidner

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	May 17 , 2006 We absolutely loved "A Musical Feast!" The meal was wonderful and the music was tasty, too. Seriously, the musicianship -- variety of styles and performance quality was superb. Who could ask for anything more? Fred & Debra Garfinkel May 16 , 2006 Tulsa should be thankful that our community is made richer by the presence of COMC. Kudos to all involved. Frank Letcher May 16 , 2006 John Spiegel is my youner brother. He gave me, my sister, and a friend a tickete to your Musical Feast Concert for my birthday on Saturday night. It was FANTASTIC!!! Thank you for a wonderful evening!! Victoria Spiegel May 15 , 2006 COMC's Music on the Half Shell Concert was magnificent! Wonderful song selections and performances. BRAVO! Ginny Creveling December 18, 2005 The purpose of this is to comment on the recent appearance of The Council Oak Mens Chorale at Trinity Episcopal Church's "Tuesdays" series November 29. Under the strong, but sensitive direction of their able conductor, Andre Martin, these men displayed an ensemble of exemplary balance (i.e. , TTBB), sure intonation, creative programming and superb attention to text, as in John Leavitt's "Ose Shalom," which demonstrated the sturdier attributes of their unapologetic masculine sound and Franz Biebl's moving "Ave Maria," a crowd pleaser. The listener, especially in this wonderful polyphonic gem, was caught up in every word these men sang with shaded beauty wrought with their voices alone. The City of Tulsa should be proud of this arts ensemble, and for the contribution they make to its musical heartbeat. Dr. Raeder Anderson Tulsa, Oklahoma December 6, 2005 Attended your Christmas concert Saturday night and was amazed at the talent and quality of your presentation. Tulsa is lucky to have such an outstanding group of men. Keep up the good work!!! Brad Burnham December 6, 2005 I am Victoria Spiegel, John Spiegel's sister. I had the great privilege of hearing you on Saturday evening for the first time. John gave me a ticket as an early Christmas gift and with my sister, Debbie, and a mutual friend, the three of us greatly enjoyed your concert. I especially loved your Hebrew song. Your Hebrew was perfect. I spent a great many years living in New York City and have had a lot of exposure to Judaism and Hebrew hymns. The Mexican "Hallejuha" Chorus at the end was a perfect ending to a perfect evening. Thank you again for a wonderful performance. It was greatly enjoyed by myself, my family and friend, and I am sure by everyone else. I hope to hear you again very soon. Happy Holidays, Victoria Spiegel September 19, 2005 I want to thank COMC for putting on SUCH a WONDERFUL show with Sing For The Cure as well as Songs Of Faith, performed at Higher D. I live in Nashville, and that's around a 684 mile drive, of which I drove to see Songs of Faith, but flew out to see Sing! and I have to say, the drive was worth every mile. My best friend Alex Hatfield is a member, and seeing him enjoy himself so, moves me. All of your members enjoy and sound so wonderful. I've never been to such events before, and I'm astounded each time I see COMC, they just get better and better. I will definately be back to see COMC in the future, weather permitting will drive out in December too! Tim Rediker Nashville, Tennessee September 17, 2005 Hello. My name is Brad Ward and I'm the new Executive Director of GALA Choruses. I was delighted to see two thriving choruses in Tulsa. I'll be in touch with you! Brad Ward, Executive Director, GALA Choruses Fort Worth, Texas September 14, 2005 We always feel blessed to be included with such a wonderful, loving, caring, group. COMC is the greatest! We are always more impressed each time we get together. It was our honor to be included in Sing for the Cure and we sincerely thank you for including us in your magnificient performance. We have many fond memories as a result of being included with COMC. All of you have a special place in our hearts! All of the narrators are special people in our hearts as well. Thank you for the ribbons which we proudly wear and honor. We so much love to watch COMC perform as you can see and feel the love, that is part of what makes all of you so special. John & Jana Grafing Sand Springs, OK September 1, 2005 I want you to know that it is my privilege to sing with your group. As my friends, you all have more heart and soul than even some of the people in my church. Yes, I have gay friends, and nobody can tell me I can, or can't. I'll have you know not one person from my church attended. Afterwards, I went to the lobby and saw all of you guys with family and friends, hugging and kissing, in joyous celebration of the cause that unites us all, and I had no one there to greet me. But I'm ok with that because Jesus was there with me, what could be better than that. Fly your colors with pride because you should be proud of your accomplishments as men! Take care and God bless. Randy Williams Tahlequah, OK August 31 , 2005 I wanted to express once again my appreciation for the beautiful concert on Saturday night. I had heard how moving and beautiful it is, and you certainly didn’t disappoint me in that regard. I was so glad to be there and to be involved in such a wonderful project. Of course, I always love your concerts, and plan to attend whenever possible. Please give my thanks and warm wishes to the other COMC guys, and I hope to see you both soon! Take care, Kathy Horne August 30, 2005 I just wanted to say, both personally and on behalf of the Susan G. Komen Foundation Board in Tulsa, thanks for a wonderful "Sing. " What an awesome, moving performance, and to think that I left my handkerchief and Kleenex at home! That gospel number toward the end was an absolute showstopper. The whole evening was a treat, and we are most grateful for all of the time and hard work Council Oak put into the performance. Please pass my thanks along to your Board and the members of the Chorale. We appreciate your service to Komen, breast cancer survivors and the Tulsa community. Chris Payne, President, Tulsa Affiliate Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation August 28, 2005 Just wanted to say a huge congratulations on a superb concert! Sing For the Cure was breathtaking, emotional, stunning. Singers, narrators, musicians, all performed to perfection. If there were any glitches, they were absolutely not noticeable or distracting. Smooth job, wonderful evening. Greg Davis, you're fabulous. I talked today to another friend who went, who was also overwhelmed by the concert. She also is a Glen Jones admirer, and hopes he is getting the attention she believes he so richly deserves. I'll stop before it become too excessive. However, please read this message as if it were underlined, bolded and with exclamation points behind every sentence. Thanks to all for your hard work and for a wonderful evening. Martha Hardwick June 15, 2004 Dear Men of Council Oak, A huge thank you to each and every one of you who took the time to bring your fantastic talent to the library! What a fantastic concert!! The audience absolutely loved it and it was definitely the highlight of Diversity Celebration 2004 for many of us. You guys are the greatest and we love you all. Mary Waidner
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