A note from Steve and Ellen Seskin:
Hey everyone! We really love reading your posts on this page, but lately my schedule hasn't allowed me to respond to all the messages here, even though I DO read them all. :) Your questions and comments are important to me and I want to make sure that you don't feel forgotten.
From now on, Ellen will be helping me keep up with these posts. She'll answer whatever you want to know, and if there's something she can't answer, she'll find out from me. If you want a personal reply, please leave your email address. Otherwise, replies will appear on this page.
I truly appreciate all the support, either communicated to me or not, that I have gotten from you through all these years. Without you, my music would not be the same!
Hey everyone! We really love reading your posts on this page, but lately my schedule hasn't allowed me to respond to all the messages here, even though I DO read them all. :) Your questions and comments are important to me and I want to make sure that you don't feel forgotten.
From now on, Ellen will be helping me keep up with these posts. She'll answer whatever you want to know, and if there's something she can't answer, she'll find out from me. If you want a personal reply, please leave your email address. Otherwise, replies will appear on this page.
I truly appreciate all the support, either communicated to me or not, that I have gotten from you through all these years. Without you, my music would not be the same!
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Sherry/Remember When
Menlo Park in the park
Watching the Willie Gershwin Award and remembered that I had not remembered your concerts in Menlo Park, so many years ago. I just signed up for concert info and hopefully, you will be playing your wonderful music in the greater Bay Area soon.
Bay area performances
Mid Peninsula SF Bay Area
Hello Ellen,
was listening to a young singer songwriter and I immediately was brought back to the very early days in SF when Steve use to play on the steps of the Cannery.
I decided to check Steve's schedule to see when he is in the Bay Area next. Lo and behold next weekend he is in Campbell playing request. Wow! Unfortunately we are not available that Saturday. Do you have any idea when he might be back in Campbell Ca again this year?
Ps. I would have requested something from his very first album that I purchased from Steve when he was playing at the Drinking Gourd circa 1970 SF.
Best, Kerry
was listening to a young singer songwriter and I immediately was brought back to the very early days in SF when Steve use to play on the steps of the Cannery.
I decided to check Steve's schedule to see when he is in the Bay Area next. Lo and behold next weekend he is in Campbell playing request. Wow! Unfortunately we are not available that Saturday. Do you have any idea when he might be back in Campbell Ca again this year?
Ps. I would have requested something from his very first album that I purchased from Steve when he was playing at the Drinking Gourd circa 1970 SF.
Best, Kerry
Ellen/Kerry writes:
It was great to hear from you - wow, the Drinking Gourd? That was even before my time!!
I'm not sure exactly when Steve will be playing in Campbell again, but he does still do dates in the Bay Area a few times a year. The best way to find out is to sign up on his mailing list. That way you can hear about anything upcoming.
Another interesting show he does is to bring a couple of songwriters out from Nashville and do shows "in the round" where they take turns singing songs and telling stories about them. If you've never seen a show like that, give it a try - they're really great.
Thanks for writing!
I'm not sure exactly when Steve will be playing in Campbell again, but he does still do dates in the Bay Area a few times a year. The best way to find out is to sign up on his mailing list. That way you can hear about anything upcoming.
Another interesting show he does is to bring a couple of songwriters out from Nashville and do shows "in the round" where they take turns singing songs and telling stories about them. If you've never seen a show like that, give it a try - they're really great.
Thanks for writing!
Rozalina Gutman
Bay Area
Dear Steve,
Will I be able to do, what the character of your "Right Out of Nowhere..." did? I am not sure yet. I need to do exactly that, but am still not ready. And need to listen to your song more, or maybe even sing it. But, what an exact match for my very tough situation... Wow...
I've been living without most of my stuff for over half a year now - hotels, and finally renting an apartment, not being able to live in my house with piano and many of my music and other books etc etc. (details about why later), but somehow the CD of your songs, along with Don's and Craig's happened to be in my car. And, when a few days ago I put it into the car CD player, your song drove me to tears... I have not cried for a long time, but these tears were from the sense of relief from getting the right answer finally. Thank you, Steve. You already know that you are a brilliant songwriter. But this song manifested something absolutely extraordinary. Besides many amazing metaphors ("brushed her fear away" etc.), this song is so empowering. The lines " "You are free to go" , as well as "Dream, and the way will be clear. Pray, and the angels will hear. Leap, and the net will appear." seem to be the ones for me to repeat, cause lately it felt that I was in a very dark place... after I lost all my hopes in the battle with cruelty and corruption, particularly dealing with the issue of fraud in my medical histories and in many other places, where people would take care of disability, loosing the sense of their humanity, in our autistic community. I've been home-bound lately, during the long wet season (much to explain...) and was unable to come to your annual concerts in the Bay Area, regrettably. However, I wanted you to know that your songwriting makes a true difference. Blessings to you and yours, and much inspiration! 415.866.0335 (pls, keep private my new #)
Will I be able to do, what the character of your "Right Out of Nowhere..." did? I am not sure yet. I need to do exactly that, but am still not ready. And need to listen to your song more, or maybe even sing it. But, what an exact match for my very tough situation... Wow...
I've been living without most of my stuff for over half a year now - hotels, and finally renting an apartment, not being able to live in my house with piano and many of my music and other books etc etc. (details about why later), but somehow the CD of your songs, along with Don's and Craig's happened to be in my car. And, when a few days ago I put it into the car CD player, your song drove me to tears... I have not cried for a long time, but these tears were from the sense of relief from getting the right answer finally. Thank you, Steve. You already know that you are a brilliant songwriter. But this song manifested something absolutely extraordinary. Besides many amazing metaphors ("brushed her fear away" etc.), this song is so empowering. The lines " "You are free to go" , as well as "Dream, and the way will be clear. Pray, and the angels will hear. Leap, and the net will appear." seem to be the ones for me to repeat, cause lately it felt that I was in a very dark place... after I lost all my hopes in the battle with cruelty and corruption, particularly dealing with the issue of fraud in my medical histories and in many other places, where people would take care of disability, loosing the sense of their humanity, in our autistic community. I've been home-bound lately, during the long wet season (much to explain...) and was unable to come to your annual concerts in the Bay Area, regrettably. However, I wanted you to know that your songwriting makes a true difference. Blessings to you and yours, and much inspiration! 415.866.0335 (pls, keep private my new #)
Ellen/Rozalina writes:
We all have hard choices to make sometimes, and scary ones, too. Trust yourself to make the right choice, and go for it!
Shelby H
Sacramento CA
Listened to some old cassettes of Steve's last night and would love to download the album or buy a CD but I dont see the albums I have and want to buy. What can I do?
Ellen/Shelby writes:
Shelby, I have some of Steve's earlier recordings on my computer. If you let me know which ones you want, I can send them to you. Let me know your email address and which ones you need.
Fred and Kathy Scott
Encinitas California
To Steve, Don and Craig: Thank you very much for the beautiful music and wonderful evening at Cliff and Karin Keller's Saturday January 9, 2015.
We bought several CDs and DLAM book, hope that helps. Looking forward to your return visit. Keep up the great work.
We bought several CDs and DLAM book, hope that helps. Looking forward to your return visit. Keep up the great work.
Ellen/Fred & Kathy writes:
Wow - I just saw your post in the guestbook! So sorry I didn't respond before.
I'm glad you enjoyed the concert. Keep an eye on the website - I'm sure Steve will be playing near you again sometime in the future!
I'm glad you enjoyed the concert. Keep an eye on the website - I'm sure Steve will be playing near you again sometime in the future!
seattle show in Nov???
seattle wa
Steve will u be doing a show in Seattle when u play Portland!!? Hope you and yours are doing well a fan Richie Weinstein 408-313-2987
Ellen writes:
Sorry - this upcoming trip Steve will only be in the immediate Portland area. Keep checking the website, though, because he might be in Seattle later this year.
DeAnn
Dallas
Saw you tonight at the Bluebird Cafe and you blew me away! So talented and so genuine! I really enjoyed hearing you tonight!
Ellen/DeAnn writes:
Thanks so much for writing. I really wish I could have been there - you got to see some of my all-time favorites! I'm jealous -
Kate Denk
Long Beach CA
when will you next songwriting workshop be?
Ellen/Kate writes:
I'm not sure when he'll next be in Long Beach - but if you keep checking on his website at www.Steveseskin.com, if it happens it will be posted there.
Rikkie Chambers( Snodgrass)
Willow Creek Ca.
Hello it has been many years .. I used to work for the Harvest Festival when you and Steve traveled a bit with them I think it was pre 1985 I bought all of your cassettes even had y'all autograph a few of them and I have been listening for years .. Now they are worn out and I have been searching for the wonderful old songs again .. If I ran the circus , sail boat, if you fall in love, and all the rest from the early days ... One of my favorites is one you did Ellen, can't recall the name but it is about the boyfriend that is in love with someone else .. Thinks of you as only a friend ... I soo miss singing along to all those old songs ... I have found a few on I tunes but so many are not there and I was hoping there was a way to replace them and also that there would be a performance somewhere soon that I could come see... Glad to see where life has taken you !!! Thank you so much for the years of music .. It has traveled all these years thru my crazy life and made it so much better along the way ! God Bless you both !
Ellen/Rikkie writes:
Rikkie, wow, after all these years, it's great to hear from such a loyal fan! We haven't made tapes in years, but we still have copies of most of them, and a few have even been transfered to our computer. I'm sending you a private email, and we can talk about how to add Steve's music back into your collection!
Peggy Bosch
california
Just hoping this is THE Steve Seskin whose albums I enjoyed in the 70's. Introduced to his music thru a fellow Texan/friend Mike Mitchell who played on one of his earlier albums. Moved to CA and saw him live at Strawberries in Angels Camp? Lost all my music in a move and his albums are what I've always missed most...The Tahoe Song, etc.
Ellen/Peggy writes:
Hi Peggy, this is indeed THE Steve Seskin (I love how you say that!) He's still living in Northern California, and still doing music in addition to his school work and teaching. Where do you live now? It's certainly been a long time since he wrote the Tahoe Song! I'm hoping you live somewhere near one of his planned performances sometime this year. If you do make it to one, please go up and say hi to Steve - I think he'll get a kick out of hearing about "the old days!"
Kaylee
silver lake in
I love ur songs Steve
Ellen/Kaylee writes:
Kaylee - thank you so much!! I'll let Steve know - I'm sure it will make him smile.
Caitlin Windsor
Steve is an amazing person. I first met him in San Francisco with TCTW 2013. He made us feel welcomed and really interacted with us. It was my birthday the day we listed to him and he really made it a special birthday. I look forward to going to Stockholders and hearing his songs.
Ellen/Caitlin writes:
I'm so glad you enjoy Steve's music. I hope you made it to Stockholder's this year. If you didn't, never fear, he'll be back again next year!
Annie J Brennan
Bartlesville Oklahoma
Ellen! I need a little advice...I've been freelance writing and being published here in Bartlesville for the Examiner-Enterprise. A certain oountry music artist is coming to town in Sept and I would love to snag the interview. Any thoughts?
Ellen/Annie writes:
I'm not really sure what advice I can give you, not knowing who the artist is. I would google them and then try to find any leads there - fan clubs, record company, booking agents, etc. If there's a radio station sponsoring the concert, call them. You could also try the venue. Good luck!
Ellen/Annie writes:
Annie, I tried to send you an email but it came back as no such address. Not having much luck, I'm afraid.
Annie Brennan
Oklahoma
Closest to Tulsa. But willing to travel! I was born in the San Francisco Bay Area and plan on moving home soon...so I will keep checking the calendar. On a writing assignment here for now. Thank you so much Ellen!
Ellen/Annie writes:
Make sure to let us know if you do move back - and I have let Steve know in the meantime that you are hankering for a show!
Annie Brennan
Oklahoma
I would love to come say hi at one of your shows...excepting that you have exactly NONE scheduled according to your calendar. Silly man! (subliminal message...schedule some acoustic concerts...)
Ellen/Annie writes:
Oklahome, huh? What part? I'll pass it along to Steve. You never know!
Annie Brennan
Oklahoma
Steve, remember when I bought your album when you played with Radney Foster in Berkley and made you sign it for Bryan White? Just wanted to say hello and I'm excited about your new music. Happy you're still out there doing your thing!
Ellen/Annie writes:
Wow, Radney Foster? How long ago was that?!!? Thanks for the hello - keep listening, and if you make it to one of my shows, come up and say hi!
Dan B. Freight & Salvage 06/07
SF Peninsula
Thoroughly enjoyed the show Saturday night. I recall the last show of yours that I had attended at The Keystone...Memorable how you could leave the stage, walk through the club, playing and singing without any amplification while still filling the room with your wonderful song. Thank you AGAIN.
Ellen/Dan B. writes:
I'm so glad you enjoyed the show! The Keystone - wow, haven't thought about that place in a while. Now what's there - art store, photocopy place, restaurants? Thing do change.
Rick McElhany
oops left off the title of that LP - Greatest Hits
:-)
:-)
Ellen/Rick writes:
Rick, that's a very nice offer! What did you digitize? Is it the album,"Steve Seskin & Friends Greatest Hits?" If so, we already have it, but thank you anyway!
Looking forward to seeing you at the Palms.
Looking forward to seeing you at the Palms.
Ellen/Rick writes:
Thanks so much for the offer - that's the one we do already have a digital copy of!
See you at the Palms -
See you at the Palms -
Rick McElhany
Benicia
Just took my copy of "Steve Seskin and Friends" and digitized it. If you don't have a digital version and would like to have it, please let me know. Gonna try to get to The Palms on 6/6.
Thanks
Thanks
Tammy K.
Colorado Springs, Co
Hey Steve,
I don't know if you remember me but I took some songwriting classes a few years ago at your house. (I lived in sacramento at the time) Anyway...I just ordered a bunch of your cds b/c the cds I had of yours were stolen. I was so mad to find out of all the cds stolen, yours were in that bunch... Urrrrr!!!! Can you sign one for me if you don't mind? That would be awesome! One of the ones stolen you had signed for me, oh so long ago.. LOL..I hope all is going great for you Ellen and your boy. I hope to catch another of your songwriting gigs the next time I am in Nashville (blue bird Cafe, Rocks!! ) Well Take Care. Love Tammy K.
I don't know if you remember me but I took some songwriting classes a few years ago at your house. (I lived in sacramento at the time) Anyway...I just ordered a bunch of your cds b/c the cds I had of yours were stolen. I was so mad to find out of all the cds stolen, yours were in that bunch... Urrrrr!!!! Can you sign one for me if you don't mind? That would be awesome! One of the ones stolen you had signed for me, oh so long ago.. LOL..I hope all is going great for you Ellen and your boy. I hope to catch another of your songwriting gigs the next time I am in Nashville (blue bird Cafe, Rocks!! ) Well Take Care. Love Tammy K.
Ellen/Tammy K. writes:
Tammy, I'm so sorry to hear your cd's were stolen! When we receive your order, Steve would be happy to sign one for you before we send them out. I hope whoever took yours gets hit with a lot of really bad karma.
