**I have experience playing in Alzheimer’s units and other memory care settings.  I am consistently amazed at how many persons sing along, and  know ALL the words, not just a line or two!

I am available as a SOLO performer, or I can provide an ENSEMBLE.
Also, I am manager for CALAMITY JAZZ, which offers lots of instrumental combinations–be sure to check out the website below!

Although I am based in EUGENE, I am available to TRAVEL WIDELY! Some recent appearances have been in Victoria, B.C., Logan, Ohio, and San Antonio, Texas.

Very Flexible rates–will work with your budget!

Looking forward to entertaining at your facility or event!

Contact: Meg Graf

Phone: (541)461-8071

Email: meggraf@hotmail.com

Website: www.calamityjazz.com

Hear some samples of Meg Graf:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/meggraf

Hear some samples of Calamity Jazz:
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/calamityjazz

Although I am based in Eugene, I travel widely!

Words of praise for Ray Brown: “We invited Mr. Brown to speak about his Walk Across America.  His presentation was polished and professional.  As a former teacher, Ray has no trouble with public speaking.  His material is interesting and entertaining with a touch of humor.  Our residents were very glad they attended and had lots of questions.  I use the Elderaudience site often to look for entertainment for our facility and I feel that Ray Brown would be an excellent fit for the site.  I recommend him highly.” Sincerely, J. Baker, Activities Director, Eugene Abbey

“The residents of Sheldon Oaks thoroughly enjoyed Ray Brown’s presentation  of his Walk Across America. Ray is an engaging speaker and had many great  visuals including the slideshow, maps, flags and costume. The presentation
 tied together his passion for history, his physical & emotion journey and  the stories of the kindnesses of people he met along the way. It was an  extremely moving and interesting presentation. Immediately after, I had  residents asking when we were going to have him back to speak. We plan on  having Ray back very soon. ” Sarah C., Enrichment Coordinator, Sheldon Oaks

Phone: (541)684-9792

Email : sonoflibertywalk@gmail.com

Website: sonoflibertywalk.blogspot.com

Samples from presentations:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AXsuqKPKDGY (recitation Declaration of Independence)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gJhntHGred8 (presentation re: walking across America)

**DAY TOURS       **SENIOR FIELD TRIPS 

 **WILDLIFE VIEWING      **SCENIC DRIVES

Our Signature Tours include:

WATERFALLS TO WILDFLOWERS: Our signature day tour to enjoy the beautiful Columbia River Gorge from its Waterfalls to Wild Flowers.

GORGE GEOLOGY TOURS: We’ll take you on a trip through time with a knowledgeable guide. This tour shows off the beauty of the Columbia Gorge with a fun, educational, geological twist. You will learn a lot while having a great time! (Geology tours around the Portland Metro region too!)

SENIOR DAY TRIPS/FIELD TRIPS: Join us for fun, relaxing day trips to view wildlife and wild flowers, enjoy the beautiful Oregon countryside, attend events and enjoy the company of other seniors on the go!

Talk to us about our many OPTIONS!

• Full day or Half day Tours

• Plenty of destinations

• We can even design a tour around your specific interests

Our tours are all inclusive: You’ll have an experienced and engaging guide,  snacks, water and lunch (full day tours only), as well as transportation! OR, if you already have your own coaches and driver, let us help you plan your day or provide one of our many tours. This is an inexpensive alternative that still includes lunch, water, snacks and a guide! NEW! Personal tours for 1-3 people  – Great for those that just want to wander with a few friends but don’t want to drive themselves or have access to a car.

**If you have a guaranteed 25-30 passengers, you’ll receive a discounted per person rate!

This is just a sample of what we offer. For more information check out our website and contact us with any questions!

Contact: Darcie Hildreth

Phone: (503)709-8458

Email: getoutoftown@yahoo.com

Website: getoutoftowntours.com

Please check out our website, and click below to listen to some of our music samples–then, invite us to entertain at your facility or event in the Portland/Vancouver area!

Contact: Jane Viehl

Phone: (503 )223-6389

Email: jkaboodle@comcast.net

Website: sunsettrafficjam.com

Music samples: http://www.sunsettrafficjam.com/sounds.htm

Duo: Keyboards,Trumpet

Trio: Add Sax

Quartet: Add Trombone

Click on the Music Samples link below to hear our sounds, and contact us to bring Swing Sensation to your facility or event!

$75 to $400 depending on length of entertainment and size of band desired.

Portland/Vancouver area. Mid-Willamette Valley and Oregon Coast possible, too!

Contact: Suzanne Crandall & Brad Davis

Phone: (503)705-5905

Email: suzq11@gmail.com

Music Samples: www.letsdanceband.com/jukebox.htm

Charles Suniga

Read some excerpts from testimonials on Charles Suniga’s Moments of Peace :

“Wow, Charles Suniga is an amazing performer who gets the audience smiling and moving to the beat.  He is truly a favorite amongst the elderly and I encourage other facilities to hire him and his two helpers, Jeannine and Audrey.”  Rhonda R., Tierra Rose

“When I received the call promoting Charles Suniga I felt it was worth giving him a try. It was probably the best decision I have made all year. During his performance my residents were smiling, laughing, tapping their feet, and swaying in their chairs. Immediately after, I was stopped and told it was the best performer they have had in the history of Homewoods and have requested him back to play once a month. Charles, you brought happiness and peace to my residents.” Annie G. Homewoods on the Willamette

“… As far as the music and the entertainment provided, it is hands down a show stopper! …Charles makes a habit to call residents by name making them feel special, making them feel wanted. Jeannine is kind and gentle and is always walking around having one on one conversations with residents…Audrey is made from the same mold. Kind, compassionate and loving, there is nothing she would not do to help anyone.” Rhonda M. Odd Fellows Retirement

“…He really engages the residents and plays songs they can relate to! Many choose to sing along. Some who have not danced in years feel moved to dance to his music! It is rewarding for me to see how energized and happy they become listening to his music. ..He loves playing for them as much as they like listening or dancing to him…” Shera K., Summerfield Retirement Estates

Contact: Charles Suniga

Phone: (503)888-6856

Email: momentsofpeace@gmail.com

Website: www.momentsofpeace.com

I provide my own sound system, and although I am Portland-based, I travel to facilities and events as far as Corvallis to the south.

 Check out my new website, where you can listen to one of my songs!

Phone: (503)449-8874

Email: jolynnseites@yahoo.com

Website: http://jolynnseites.webs.com/

Chronically Inspired Workshop: “Chronically Inspired” is a dynamic hour long workshop on using the arts and creativity to rise above chronic conditions including pain, fatigue and changes in ability. Joy developed a neurological disorder at age 16 and learned early on to use the power of writing, art and music to live fully. Now at age 50, she has developed a class to share the techniques she has used throughout her life to rise above medical diagnoses. She is a writer, storyteller and fabric artist whose work emphasizes the power inherent in life changes. She will share her story and the stories of others who have overcome life-altering physical conditions through creative living and provide exercises to: Refocus thoughts in a creative direction when pain, depression or fatigue seem to dominate; Build a “creative bank” of inner resources through reading,writing, viewing art and listening to music; Overcome fear and embrace creative expression;Move from a productive ethic to a creative flow; and help you recognize life itself as an art! These exercises go beyond visualizations to strengthen creative thoughts even in the midst of crises. The workshop will teach participants to lighten their hearts and jumpstart the natural power of inspiration to rise above physical limitations. Program will be followed by a question and answer session. **Joy also offers online follow up support through her website and personal email contact.

Storytelling: Joy Corcoran’s storytelling programs are about the sublime in the ordinary. She shares tales for the seasons and holidays that feature everyday people and elder heroes.  Her program called “The Wonder Chair” features updated folktales and personal stories on adjusting to mobility difficulties and physical challenges. “Whistling in the Dark” is a program designed as an anti-depressant for people suffering with clinical depression or just mired in the blues – it’s great for the rainy season! Joy’s stories give people a fresh perspective on their situations and provide inspiration for living a full life no matter what the circumstances. “There’s always hidden treasure in your stories,” a listener commented on her stories. People often are moved to share their own stories after her tellings and she always provides a time for sharing in her program.

**Joy also offers  a workshop that helps people tell their own stories!

Contact: Joy Corcoran

Phone: (503)927-8199

Email: joyzmailbox@gmail.com

Websites: http://www.chronicallyinspired.com and http://www.joycorcoranstudio.com

Listen to Joy being interviewed on the Adult Placement Network’s Aging Resourcefully Radio Blog: http://www.adultplacementnetwork.com/content/apns-btr-4112011-joy-corcoran-chronically-inspired

Contact: Stan Mason

Phone: (503)730-0403

Email: onespirit@frontier.com

Recent Testimonials for 1Spirit:  ” One Spirit came and played for Regent Court in Corvallis on April 22nd, 2011.  I was looking for some good gospel music and thought I would give them a try.  They sang beautifully, the music was awesome and they interacted with the residents.  For a group to put all this together and do a fine job is worth letting others know about them.  I look forward to having them again in the near future.  Thanks One Spirit! “  Lisa L., Life Enrichment Director, Regent Court Memory Care

“The Marie Smith Adult Day Center would like to register a glowing review for 1 Spirit Gospel Ensemble (Stan Mason) that we found on this site. The gentlemen sounded great, they were professional and kind to our participants and we received enthusiastic feedback from our participants. The song selections were southern gospel and performed with beautiful harmonies. We appreciated 1 Spirit’s emphasis on providing uplifting music and their sensitivity to the fact that their audience was diverse, and not exclusively Christian. We have requested 2 more bookings. I highly recommend this ensemble for other senior settings seeking traditional gospel music. ” David B., Marie Smith Day Center, Portland

“Illinois” Doug Tracy is a musician, folklorist, and troubadour. He’s part of a long tradition of entertainers who share encyclopedic collections of American songs with their audiences. As a member of the Oregon Lincoln Bicentennial Commission (OLBC) he became interested in the songs of Lincoln’s two campaigns —1860 & 1864.  For the 2009 Bicentennial he developed a repertoire that represents the campaigns of Lincoln with each of his opponent’s, and featuring other political characters of the day. The melodies used were those of popular songs of the day so everyone could sing along. Some songs may seem familiar still, but many have been long forgotten. “Illinois ” Doug Tracy brings  these forgotten songs back to life!

Invite “Illinois” Doug Tracy to present this fascinating program of songs and history at your facility or event! He is Portland-based but  travels widely!

Contact: : “Illinois” Doug Tracy

Phone: (971) 322-4936

Email: illinoisdoug@peak.org

Website: www.illinoisdoug.com

Music samples: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/illinoisdougtracy