REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS

FOR ADULT SHOWS

"One of the most charismatic performers I've ever seen."

Rob Kammerer, Interfaith Nutrition Network, NY

"I've never seen someone own a room the way you do--they were eating out of your hands! Most spectacular ... incredible ... fantastic!"

Emma Tolmach, East Rockaway Cultural Arts Council, NY

“To have seen folksinger Patricia Shih last Thursday at the Student Activities Center meant that you partook in an inspirational experience. There was music and dancing in both the mind and body. The audience gave a standing ovation.”

Laurie Power, The Statesman, SUNY Stony Brook, NY

FOR SCHOOL SHOWS

“In my 35 years of teaching this was the BEST show I’ve ever seen.” Teacher, White Oaks Ele. School, Burke, VA

“In all my years as a principal here I’ve never seen a program as fun, interactive and meaningful as this one. This is the best show we’ve ever had.” Miss Anello, Principal, Spring Garden School, Nutley, NJ

“Patricia Shih’s 'Big Ideas!' is one of the best children’s programs I have ever seen in a school. She hit all the right notes in an age-appropriate manner in terms of audience participation and message. This year she adapted a program for our New Years Ball where children and teachers participated joyfully. We truly rang in the New Year with dignity as children were dressed in their holiday best… She will definitely be welcomed back to Smithtown Elementary.” Paul Graf, Principal, Smithtown Elementary School, NY

FOR LIBRARY SHOWS

“I’ve been at the library many years and I’ve NEVER seen anything better than this.” Leonard Newman, Kings Highway Library, Brooklyn, NY

“This was the best show EVER, and I’ve been coming here for 11 years!” listener, Manhasset Public Library patron

“This was the BEST show we’ve ever had!” Mary Hoskinson-Dean, Mark Twain Public Library, Redding, CT

"It is my pleasure to recommend 'Patricia Shih in Concert' to all librarians. Her concert here ... was a BIG SUCCESS with everyone. Ms. Shih is a very talented and professional performer. Her voice is beautiful, her songs are thought-provoking and fun, and her stage presence is just wonderful. I RECOMMEND HER VERY HIGHLY." Nancy Pirodsky, Garden City Library, NY

“We want to thank you for a wonderful performance at the Mountain View Library. Your presentation and materials were perfectly suited to our audience of children ages 2 – 8 years. We so appreciate the way you promote reading, literacy and the joys of language. Your message of tolerance and community is so welcome and you conveyed it clearly and joyfully to all ages. With your beautiful voice, wonderful material and skillful presentation, we look forward to having you perform again at our library. I can’t wait to sing with you again.” Laurie Peck, Children’s Librarian, City of Mountain View Public Library, CA

TESTIMONIALS FROM OTHER ARTISTS

“My friend Patricia Shih, one of the finest songwriters on Long Island, is here tonight.” Tom Paxton at his concert for the Folk Music Society of Huntington

"Your singing was gorgeous! I love your songs." Bonnie Raitt

".a very prolific, wonderful songwriter... I'm a lucky musician to live long enough to see people like you coming along." Pete Seeger

"Pat Shih is an absolutely delightful performer. Her songs and her voice are true... from the heart." Peter Yarrow of Peter, Paul and Mary

“…As to the (“99 Neighbors”) DVD-- as I mentioned, I never cry in front of people, but was so touched by your work. It's so beautiful. You are a true artist, and rather a ‘force of nature’ with your energy & commitment to the wonderful work you do, and your desire to make a difference in the world. I'm so glad to know you.” Anna E. Kravis, children’s singer-songwriter

REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS

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TESTIMONIALS FROM OTHER ARTISTS