This is a great website and i love Parlor Entertainment. Went to the big event at the mansion and it was wonderful. Marjorie does so much for jazz she should get an award!! --Mike McCann
I have been to Marjorie's 4 different times and it's been such a spiritual experience I cannot describe it. I live in Philadelpia so cannot go as often as I would like, but I recommend it to everyone worldwide!! Thank You Donna Grossberg
It is incredible how life functions. Years ago around 1996 or 97 I read a NY Times article or some other newspaper where Miss Eliot and her jazz gathering was the subject, however no address or contact information was provided within the article, this is what I remember, and so yrs later I come to hear of Miss Eliot through a beloved friend/brother of mine and I can't wait fo rit to be Sunday already to head out there and live out this long awaited experience. Many blessings to all who make this happen. ciao! Gary
Ms.Elliot, I love your place and if you might remember,I am the gentelman from Dallas Tx who visited in the summer & simultaneously atended my daughters wedding.Anyway I've let things take priority in my life over what when I visited you were my sincere wishes to support your efforts in keeping jazz,keeping on.I so respect what you do,I would like to donate to your effort financialy on a yearly basis.Though I am not much better off than my social security check,I see no reason I couldn't send $100.00.Where should I send it? City Lore? How would I contact them? In the mean time thank you for doing what you do for AMERICA. Al Berman
Ms.Elliot, I just sent ypu an email saying I wish to financially contribute to your efforts & requesting information as to how & where I should do so.After reading the article in the N.Y.Times 2003 above,I have the answer I need.I am endeared towards you & see no more efficient,nor trust worthy place to give my support than directly to you!I have your address & if I can overcome my feelings about your good & needed work,thereby giving myself the ability to get away from this computer,I then can sit down & write you a check you should have in 2-3 days. Happy happy holidays, your new friend, Albert Berman
We love you, Marjorie. Budd and Nancy Kopman (jazzatbudds@yahoo.com)
I love your web site! A friend and I will be visiting NYC for the first time in late October and hope to drop by the Parlor. It's absolutely amazing and fabulous that Marjorie opens her home every weekend, and I'm counting the days until our visit! Caroline Krebs, Ottawa, Canada
Dear Marjorie, I'm a big jazz fan in Los Angeles and heard about your great place on the internet. I will be in New York this Sunday and was hoping to come up to the Parlor with my wife and some friends to hear some music. Do we just fall by and hope for the best? Is there difficulty getting in? Hoping to hear from you. My e-mail address is ncuttler@sbcglobal.net Thanks, Norm Cuttler
Dear Marjorie, I am originally from Munich, Germany, living in New York since several years. I visit your Parlor Jazz Event now for years as often as I can and brought over a lot of my friends from around the world, including my mom and my sisters. I would like to tell you on behalf of all the other worldwide fans that everybody is totally overwhelmed from your personal charming and charismatic aura, and from the magnetic professionalism of this kind of jazz with all those diverse great musicians in your living room - the best idea and the best concept ever! But what would be the concept without you ? Nothing. We are all so touched and grateful and I want to thank you with all my heart for those magnificent and breathtaking afternoons of joy and happiness, love, Susanne M. Zaninelli
11/3/05 Dear Marjorie, Thank you for a wonderful day this past Sunday. It was worth every mile from Los Angeles. What you are doing is so important. Keeping this wonderful music alive and available to your community is a true blessing. My wife, my friends and I appreciate your allowing us into your world, if only for a brief afternoon.I will never forget the sights, sounds, love, joy and sense of togetherness that I felt in your parlor on that sunny day in Harlem. We will be back again. We would also like to help if we can. What is the best way to ease the financial burden? Let me hear from you when you have a moment. Norman Cuttler ncuttler@sbcglobal.net
I read about your Sunday concerts in Loren Schoenberg's column in the magazine Jazz UK. Your website is very informative and I wish you well with your efforts. Jazz lives in Scotland too! We have a vibrant jazz music scene here and musicians like Tommy Smith are doing wonders educating young musicians. Good luck to you. Greg Greenoak
Marjorie, Thanks for make us feeling at home. Since we first saw you in NYC TV show US$9.99 we commit to visit you and check it out. I do not regret it at all, it has been one of the most enreaching experiences of my life since I arrive to NYC 8 years ago from my native country Colombia y South America. My parents will be visiting in mid January 2006 and I have them schedule already to come and visit The Parlor. Juan Pablo Isaza
Rosalyn Weinstein is looking forward to the special event celebrating Martha J. Thomas. And I love the Sunday afternoons at "The Parlor". There is music and warmth and friendship and love. I wish I could go every week.
Rosalyn Weinstein is looking forward to the special event celebrating Martha J. Thomas. And I love the Sunday afternoons at "The Parlor". There is music and warmth and friendship and love. I wish I could go every week.
Rosalyn Weinstein is looking forward to the special event celebrating Martha J. Thomas. And I love the Sunday afternoons at "The Parlor". There is music and warmth and friendship and love. I wish I could go every week.
This is New York's best kept open secret. For a truly wonderful afternoon of music and good community spirit give yourself a real treat and take the A train uptown to Marjorie's house. It's well worth the trip. I have brought many visitors to this magical musical tribute. No-one has ever been disappointed.....they have been thrilled by this magical offering. Congratulations Marjorie for all your hard work. We love you. Lizzie Brown
Marjorie, Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for you and your family. Unfortunately, I will be out of town this weekend but I will visit you when I return. Wishing you comfort & peace, Evarist
Thanks for the info. Looking forward to experiencing Parlor Entertainment very soon. Best, Veronica Future Jumel Terrace resident
Dear Marjorie, My daughter Roze introduced me to your very special Sunday afternoon jazz event on Sunday, January 8th. You told us that your son had passed way the night before and you had decided not to cancel the event and dedicate that afternoon to him. It was an very emotional and spiritual moment that we will never forget. Please accept our deepest sympathy for you and your family. Ludo van Berkel, Singapore Roze van Berkel, NYC
Hi, we'll be in NY March 12, can we make reservations? We're coming from St. Louis. this would be the ultimate jazz experience. thanks teddi@gtlcenters.com
Great Music! We've listed Parlor Entertainment in our new jazz and blues guide at http://www.themepublications.com
One of the joys of our trip to NYC in May 2005. We will be back again. Scott and Michelle Dean Manhattan, MT
Do you need reservations to visit Parlor Entertainment? I stopped by a few years ago with my x-husband without reservations. He used to be a regular with his sister before they moved to California. My e-mail address in Ingca@aol.com
Hello! I am Chad from Tennessee. I just saw your segment on the "New Morning" show, and I am deeply moved and impressed by your dedication to Jazz Sunday. I can't wait to stop by your apartment and listen to your magic! Thanks for being such an inspiration.
Date: Saturday April 29, 2006
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Can't wait!!
My husband and I are coming to NY in a week, and hope to be able to come this time with my son, Justice, who is graduating from NYU Tisch School of the Arts in Film on May 11! See you next week. Gina Whitaker, Ken Hill, Justice Whitaker
Date: Wednesday May 03, 2006
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To all who visit this guest log,
I just want to say how grateful I am that you all derive such pleasure from my mother's efforts. If anyone needs additional information about upcoming events, or directions to the Parlor email me at aldrears1@yahoo.com
Al Drears
aldrears1@yahoo.com
Date: Thursday May 18, 2006
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Marjorie, Our visit to NY was spectacular! Time spent at your home was the BEST part. Justice's graduation was fabulous, both 15,000 graduated from NYU! Thank you so much for your graciousness and love. A special treat is in the mail! Gina Whitaker and Ken Hill from CA and Justice from Brooklyn
Date: Sunday May 28, 2006
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Hi Marge, It was so good seeing you and learning about Parlor Entertainment. I did not know you had a son that was such a wonderful pianist.. and good accompanist for a very terrible singer ..(me).. I ask that you visit me at my site http://www.geocities.com/sheila10011
Date: Monday June 05, 2006
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We attended for the first time (with our friends Joel Kramer and Gloria Goldberg)...what a true, pure, wonderful entertainment and people. Thank you for upholding this great tradition.
Steven and Marie Shelto
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Date: Wednesday June 14, 2006
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Hi Marjorie! I must say I truly miss being part of the group. I am still look for a group here in Troy to join. Here's wishing you and all the member of the singers workshop the very best.
whit your permission I would like to stop in on a Saturday when I'm in New York City. Always, Evarist
Date: Monday July 17, 2006
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I loved the shows I've been to. I also been to the Mikey memorial on May 14th he was a friend of mine. See ya all at the Be-in August 12th.
Danny
Date: Tuesday July 18, 2006
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i do look forward to attending one of your functions.. i have heard some great things...
ulysses slaiughter
Date: Thursday July 27, 2006
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My name is Victor Cager and I'm a Baritone Classical Jazz Vocalist in Dallas,TX and I think what you're doing is absolutely sensational!!! Please visit my website:www.victorcager.com, I recently recorded with The Dallas Jazz Orchestra.
Date: Monday July 31, 2006
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the sound of music still lingers. mejeke k. maurice jones. harlem usa!
Date: Friday August 04, 2006
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Hello everyone!
You don't need reservations, just show up! A donation, while not required, is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions, email me at aldrears1@yahoo.com, or call me on my cell at 612-889-2923. God bless!
Al Drears (Marjorie's son)
Minneapolis, MN
Date: Thursday August 31, 2006
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I heard your story on the New Morning Show on Thursday August 31, 2006. I am a
mother whose oldest son was killed in 2005 by some unknown person and to see you
giving something that you and your family love is healing to me. Thank you. Jo
Ann
Date: Tuesday August 22, 2006
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what a find cant wait to be apart of this wonderful Sunday spectacular. Looking
forward to meeting you Marjorie.
Tom Paolillo (caterer)
Date: Thursday August 31, 2006
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I
am so pleased that such a thing exist. If I am in New York again, I will make this one of my stops. I will also pass this on to my friends who still live in NY, who may not know of this wonderful happening.E. Keith, Miramar, FL
Date: Friday September 15, 2006
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Dear Margie,
I am glad to see that you are still holding up the banner. I have retired and
now live in PA. I don't get to the city much, but I will check you out on a
Saturday. God Bless You!
Madeline Abimbolah Smith
Date: Monday October 09, 2006
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friends and strangers
sitting shoulder to shoulder
on folding metal chairs
Sugar Hill breeze enters
enlivening white lace curtains
strings and winds
and voice reach
unite and touch
winds from deep within
blow through brass
... rest of poem sent by email to Al
Date: Tuesday November 21, 2006
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I attended my first concert on Sunday, November 19, 2006. I did not realize this
existed right in my own backyard!! I will be back!!
Date: Wednesday November 22, 2006
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I recently worked a new with an Actor named April, met her companion, a musician
named Cedric. He told me about this gathering. I couldn't believe him. My wife
and I live in Ct. but we will see you soon, Thank you in advance.
Michael B.
Date: Sunday March 4, 2007
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| I have been blessed to have been re-located from New Orleans immediately after 'Katrina' to find that I did not have to so dearly miss all of the intimate jam sessions I was accustomed to amongst friends. My best afternoons since that time have been in the company of greatness in the historic location that easily transports me on a toot of the sax to a place that I am sure the jazz greats also found themselves. I am a bit overdue to come again, and will indeed do that as many times as possible...now that I know this welcoming address. LOVE you all...Mitch |
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Date: Friday March 16, 2007 Comments
It is very inspiring to read about Parlor entertainment
Ms Marrjorie Eliot and Mr. Dears are doing heroic work...thank you...I
am a jazz pianist and composer and my 13 year old son is a prodigy on
the drums..I am bringing him to NYC this summer and yours is one the
first places on our list to go...thank you again...Blessings |
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Date: Tuesday April 28, 2007
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I was invited to Tripple Nickel by Kimberly Cameron. I
look forward to the experience. I will bring my wife with me to this
Sunday's experience.
I hope to return with others including my father-in-law the greatest and biggest Jazz enthusiast that I know (can ever be). |
Date: Tuesday May 5, 2007
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| It's GREAT !! to have been able to browse this
website. I've had the good fortune of having attended two OUTSTANDING
Parlor performances over the past four years. I make every effort to get to the performances when I'm in New York. I live in St. Louis MO. I'll be revisiting this website often. BEST REGARDS !! to Marjorie and the rest of the Parlor Entertainment Ensemble. Cleveland Young |
Date: Saturday, June 16, 2007
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Kimberly,
I am anxious to hear you sing. I hope to see you perform on Sunday.
Meri
Date: Saturday, July 28, 2007
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Marjorie ROCKS. I love her energy and glowing spirit. It is absolutely wonderful to be in her presence.. ---bonny s. alphonso
Date: Sunday, July 29, 2007
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I enjoyed the snippet on this Site and look forward to one day hearing it all in person. Referred by Bonny Alphonso. Thanks Bonny. Carol Piper, NC (formerly of the Dallas, TX Jingle Industry)
Date: Friday August 17, 2007
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Beautiful website. Thank you. Jackie Williams Pelham, GA