“John May, impressing his sizable audience with the technical perfection and stylistic integrity of his performance, received prolonged applause for his colorful and demanding performance.” Paul Schwartz, Delaware Gazette music critic

".... John has performed guitar music in our store many times in the past few years and has proven to be a customer and staff favorite. We have found his style to be very complementary to our store's atmosphere." Shane B., Community Relations, Barnes & Noble

"We thoroughly enjoyed your performance at the library Sunday afternoon. Your selection of music was excellent and fully showcased the versatility of the guitar and the talent of the musician. Your ineteraction with the audience added to their appreciation. I had several people tell me afterwards how much they enjoyed your music. Thank you for being a part of our Sundays @ Your Library." Susan M., Director, Carnegie Public Library, Washington Court House, Ohio

“The subtle enthusiasm of professor John May amplified the powerful music which he performed...I felt reawakened to the connection of music and the soul...in such an ability to manipulate the emotions of an audience, lies an artistic power far beyond the reach of modern day academia.”Andy L., student, Kenyon College.

"I wanted to take this opportunity to personally thank you for an outstanding performance at the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission's 31st Annual Meeting. I continue to receive positive feedback and wonderful compliments about your performance. Your acoustic guitar music was a perfect compliment to the mood and theme of our event. Furthermore, I thank you for your professionalism and attention to detail that made my job of coordinating the event that much easier. With so many details to take care of that day, your punctuality and coordination with the audiovisual vendor took a lot off my shoulders, which I greatly appreciated. I also hope you will consider beitng a part of out event again next year. Finallly, please feel free to use me as a reference if you are contacted about performing at other events. I would be more than happy to share our wonderful experience with others." Laura K., Senior Communications Coordinator, Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC)

"Thank you for helping make this year's Foster Parent Banquet a success. We all thought your music was wonderful, you are a very gifted person." The Foster Care Team, Rosemont Center.

"Steven and I would like to thank you for the wonderful dinner music you played at our wedding reception August 17th. Your choice of music was perfect for the occasion. We received many compliments on your behalf from our guests. We all really enjoyed your wonderfrul playing. Thank you for helping to make our big day extra special for us." Stephanie and Steven R.

"I wanted to let you know how much everyone appreciated your delightful musical contribution to the CBA President's Party at my home on June 21. Your talents are impressive, and the beautiful music you shared with us enhanced our enjoyment of the occasion. The CBA is glad we found you! Should you wish to use my name as a reference, please feel free to do so. " Sandra A., Columbus Bar Assiciation

"On Behalf of the Supreme court, I'd like to thank you and Lea for your performance at our December holiday function at the Vern Riffe Center in Columbus. Many people who attended, including the Chief Justice and Associate Justices, expressed their appreciation for the quality of the guitar/flute selections you provided our staff and guests." Joy P., Education Program Manager, The Supreme Court of Ohio

"Thank you so much for your performance at the CHAMPS Community Musicians Night on May 31. Your solo was beautifully done and from watching the audience of many families I could tell that they enjoyed it. Thanks so much for donating your services as a neighbor of Medary Elemanetary." Lea P., Co-Director, CHAMPS

"I would like to thank you for the performance of Spanish and South American guitar music you gave to our Upper School during our Foreign Language Week. It was greatly appreciated by students and faculty alike and it provided a plasant and relaxing interlude in our school routine." Maria B., The Wellington School

"On behalf of our employees, I would like to personally thank you for sharing your talents with us during our annual Hispanic Heritaage Month Program. Your beautiful solo renditions of an Argentine tango and the very popular Malaguena, helped capture the essence of the Hispanic culture and has resulted in many complimentary comments from those in attendance. John, all of us deeply appreciated your involvement in our program. You are indeed a talented artist." David B., Equal Employment Manager, Defense Logistics Agency, Defense Supply Center, Columbus

"Thank you for performing at our 50th anniversary party Saturday evening. Your music added a special touch which everyone enjoyed that night!" Pam & Mike F.

"Thank you for the presentation of your classical guitar concert for our Conversations & Coffee program. It was wonderful! We are grateful for your contributionn of your time and talent to the city's people." Ellen O., Program Coordinator, Columbus Cultural Arts Center

"Thank you so much for playing your wonderful classical guitar music to our capacity crowd last Saturday. Well over 100 people enjoyed your program. We received many favorable comments about it. Thanks again for sharing your talent with our grateful library patrons." Meribah M., Director, Worthington Public Library

"On behalf of the Mayor of the City of Columbus and Mills/James Productions, I would like to thank your for your wonderful performance during the United Nations Short North party on October 19." Joyce W., Director, National Events, Mills/James Productions

"We can't tell you how appreciative we are of your fine performance during the World Summit Short North Tour. Although the weather was a little inclement, we could not have asked for a better climate, which you helped create. Our many thanks to you for supplying the audience with your delightful performance on such short notice. Artists of you quality are what make our programs successful, and we really appreciate your effort and professionalism." Gail M., Public Information Director, Terry A., Education Director, Greater Columbus Arts Council

"We've heard lots of positive comments from members of the audience at last night's concert. They thoroughly enjoyed an opportunity to hear a classical guitarist. Thank you for coming and for giving us a very special evening." Ginny C., Grandview Heights Public Library

"I'm writing to thank you for your two performances at the Drake Union this spring quarter. We have had many people comment that they enjoyed your guitar playing during the lunch hour in the River Den. I personally have enjoyed listening to your classical selections as well as the Beatles song you played earlier this week. I appreciate your talent., professionalism and the responses you are able to generate from our students, staff, and faculty at Ohio State." Rick G., Manager, Drake Union

"Thank you for agreeing to present for us your wonderful, expressive renditions on the classical guitar during our recent"Forum on Aging" and our "SinglesFest" which was held in January of this year. we have received only positive feedback from those attending these two events and I must say that your presence certainly added a "touch of class" to both events. We will look forward to working with you again in the near future and certainly will recommend you to those seeking to improve the quality of their programming." Barbara W., Education Coordinator, Elizabeth Blackwell Center

"On behalf of Baker & Hostetler's Operation Feed Committee, please accept our sincere thank you for the donation of your time and talent in support of our campaign." Cynthia M., Human Resources Manager, Baker & Hostetler LLP

"We would like to thank you for the musical accompaniment you have provided for our annual office party in past years. You are very talented and we have enjoyed listening to you play. You were always very concerned about whether you were playing the right type of music and if it met our expectations. Obviously we were quite satisfied since you were asked to perform many times at our annual holiday parties! Again thank you for the wonderful music you provided in years past." Laura P, Vice President, Aon Consulting

"On behalf of the Center for Child Abuse Prevention, I wish to thank you for sharing your talents during the show at Keny Galleries. Your music was a great addition, making the ambiance so relaxing! We appreciate your support of our mission to eliminate child abuse. Thank you!" Wendy B, Prevention Specialist, Children's Hospital

"I would like to thank you for performing on April 24th.The Ohio Environmental Service Industries and The National Solid Wastes Management Association enjoyed your music. I had several compliments on your performance, including one that stated "you add class to the joint legislative reception". Once again, thank you for performing. We look forward to having you at our reception again next year." Jerra R., Legislative Assistant, Thomas P. Pappas & Associates

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