Andrew Schulman (212) ; (917)

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2 Andrew Schulman (212) ; (917) Internationally acclaimed 8-string guitarist, Andrew Schulman, made his New York debut in 1982 on the Guitar-N.Y. series at Carnegie Hall, and his London debut in 1985 at The Purcell Room. Since then, Mr. Schulman has appeared as a soloist at Alice Tully Hall, Merkin Concert Hall, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the White House. He has performed throughout Europe; in the Festival European International in Geneva, the Carnival of Venice in Italy, with Larry Adler in the Royal Albert Hall in London, and in 1991 as one of the last foreign artists to tour the Soviet Union. Andrew Schulman appeared Sundays, from , playing as the first solo guitarist in the history of the legendary Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel in New York City until it closed for renovation. Schulman appeared at The Mark Hotel on Sunday s until it also closed for renovation; he currently performs Wednesday-Saturday nights at the Intercontinental-The Barclay Hotel (Barclay Bar & Grill) in midtown. Mr. Schulman has made numerous television and radio appearances including recitals on BBC radio, WNCN's Live from Citicorp Center, repeat appearances on WQXR'S Listening Room with Robert Sherman, WNYC's Around NY, and Soundcheck with John Schaefer, and NBC-TV's Fantasy with Leslie Uggams. He has two worldwide releases on the Centaur label; The Baroque Style (transcriptions for Eight-string guitar), and Lullabies, Reveilles (and Siesta!). Both recordings have been critically acclaimed and received extensive international radio play. Andrew Schulman founded the Abaca String Band in 1991, performing for membership events at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. The group has appeared on the Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Series since 1995, and has also been presented in concert at the Newport Music Festival, Chautauqua Institution, and on many concert series throughout the U.S. They have performed for special events at The White House and the Library of Congress, among many others. Their unique instrumentation (guitar, mandolin, violin, viola, and double bass) is perfectly suited to their original arrangements of classics ranging from Bach to Pinball Wizard, via Mozart and Gershwin. Live from Chautauqua, their debut CD, was broadcast nationwide by Public Radio International, as was their second CD, Live from Chautauqua, Vol. II. Mr. Schulman's combination of instrumental virtuosity and humor made him popular in New York City comedy clubs such as The Improv, Catch a Rising Star, and Dangerfield's during the mid 1980 s. His use of humor on the concert stage gives his solo and chamber performances an unexpected spin on traditional classical music. Andrew is also a composer and prolific arranger for solo guitar and guitar with ensemble; his music is published by Berben Edizioni Musicali of Italy and Editions Orphée, U.S.

3 Wendy Sayvetz singer/guitarist (212) (917) Wendy Sayvetz is a singer/guitarist with a crystal clear soprano voice often compared to that of Judy Collins, Joan Baez, and Enya. For almost twenty years Wendy has serenaded thousands of people every week as they pass through Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station, selling over 40,000 copies of her five self-produced recordings. Her sixth and newest CD, The Cloths of Heaven was released in May, She has also performed at: Symphony Space, The White House, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the United Nations, the Algonquin Hotel/Oak Room, Caffe Lena, the Intercontinental/Barclay Hotel, the Lycian Centre for the Performing Arts, BargeMusic,The Rye Arts Center, Levitt Pavilion, Coe Hall/Planting Fields Arboretum, Ellis Island Museum, and The Fast Folk Café as well as Venice (Italy) Carnivale and on the Community Concerts circuit throughout the United States. Her singing has been featured on: WNBC-TV, WCBS-TV, ABC's All My Children and popular radio shows including NPR s Weekend Edition Sunday, WQXR s Woody s Children WNYC s Folk Song Festival and WOR s Rambling with Gambling. Wendy is also trained as an actor she majored in theater at Princeton University, did summer stock while in college, and many years later completed a two year Meisner technique program with Phil Gushee followed by four years of advanced scene study with one of New York s finest teachers and directors, Suzanne Shepherd. Wendy is currently producing/directing a documentary film about Suzanne Shepherd and her unique gift as an acting teacher and director. For more information including press quotes, photos, and audio clips, visit our website:

4 (Abaca Duo Quotes) We so appreciate your participation in the Levitt Pavilion s 35 th summer season your performance was, as always, one of the highlights! Freda Welsh, Executive Director Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Westport, CT Thank you for a wonderful concert at our Christmas Tree Lighting this past week (and of course last year as well). Wendy, your voice is crystal clear and such a pleasure to listen to as we gaze at the tree. Andrew, your accompaniment to Wendy s songs is discrete, yet so integral. Together you bring about a perfectly festive air to the whole evening. Susannah Sise, Membership Special Events, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY Your duo concert was truly a highlight The audience was delighted by the exquisite quality of musicianship as well as the overall dignified, yet personable, ambience created by your warmth, spirit and professionalism. The mix of Mr. Schulman s virtuosic classical renditions combined with Ms. Sayvetz s angelic voice and acoustic folk guitar pieces provided a wonderful balance of musical breadth and depth that made the evening unique It is wonderful to offer a cultural evening full of such high quality artistry and sheer delight! Paula Rubinstein, Coordinator of Cultural Affairs, Westchester Community College, Valhalla, NY I want to thank you both for an outstanding performance the children of the Folsom-Cordova school district were treated to on February 24 th. They were enthralled with the show and especially enjoyed the participation part of the concert. Bea Buder, Co-President, Folsam Lake Community Concert Association, Folsom, CA Your diversified repertoire showcased the professionalism and abundant talent you both possess. It was indeed a special evening. Paula Titus, VP-Publicity & Development, Folsom Lake Community Concert Association, Folsom, CA

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11 The Abaca Duo Wendy Sayvetz, Vocalist and Andrew Schulman, 8-string guitar Paso Robles, California Community Concerts Association April 20, 2008 Sonata in Dm, K Domenico Scarlatti ( ) The Entertainer Scott Joplin ( ) Andrew Schulman, solo guitar Come by the Hills/Kisses Sweeter than Wine.Traditional/Ledbetter, Gilbert, Hays The Cloths of Heaven Traditional/W.B. Yeats What a Wonderful World..Bob Thiele/George David Weiss Don t Cry for Me, Argentina, ( Evita ) Andrew Lloyd-Weber/Tim Rice Guantanamera..Jose Marti Mr. Bojangles.Jerry Jeff Walker Amazing Grace...Traditional/John Newton Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman Standchen (Serenade) Franz Schubert ( ) Stairway to Heaven.Jimmy Page (b. 1944) Andrew Schulman, solo guitar INTERMISSION Prelude in D, BWV 1007 J. S. Bach ( ) Cavatina (theme from "The Deerhunter'") Stanley Myers ( ) Here Comes The Sun.George Harrison ( ) Andrew Schulman, solo guitar Con Te Partiro (Time to Say Goodbye) Francesco Sartori/ Lucio Quarantotto En Aranjuez con tu Amor...Joaquin Rodgrio Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman Prelude #1..Heitor Villa-Lobos ( ) Wave Antonio Carlos Jobim ( ) The Girl From Ipanema Andrew Schulman, solo guitar Manha de Carnivale ((from Black Orpheus ). Luis Bonfa I Got Plenty O'Nuttin/Summertime George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin/DuBose Heyward For Amber Waves of Grain Wendy Sayvetz Abraham, Martin and John/Camelot R. Holler/Lerner and Loewe They Live in You (from "The Lion King")..Lebo M./Mark Mancini Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman