Maureen McGovern

Although I am surprised that I am the first to do so, I wish to take this opportunity to encourage Maureen's fans to invest in a copy or two of the new album "A Long and Winding Road." Some songs are more familiar than others. All songs are just delightful! Maureen does a wonderful job of paying tribute to music that was formational for her and for I'm sure, many fans. The arrangements by Jeff Harris honor the originals yet allow Maureen to put her personal touch on them. Maureen has once again used her beautiful instrument to interpret these songs in a way that breaths new life into the lyrics. Her skill with these songs allows the listener to hear them afresh and walk away with a new sense of their meaning. Because these songs date back to when Maureen first began her career, I am struck by the fact that after all these years, the voice of a young Maureen can be heard while the maturity of her years of experience allow for wonderful shading. It's been a long time since we fans were treated to a full studio album. It was worth the wait. Thank you Maureen!
William Phelps <billbud4@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Friday, May 09, 2008 at 15:44:43 (EDT)

Great time had by all at Queensborough yesterday. Mom's girlfrields from the AARP kept saying in the car all the way home that they could've listened for another couple of hours. You were very sweet to Mom and I at the meet-and-greet signing our "stuff". Glad I got one photo, as the one with Mom did not save...argh!! After all these years, I've also not had one photo of you and I together. I was hoping to be at Barnes & Noble today, but unfortunately, cannot get into the City. Just wanted to say loved the show, love the new album. Can totally relate to "Vatican Rag", and hope you do more Tom Lehrer in the future. Hope to see you again soon.
Bill Budris <bilbudris@verizon.net>
Cranford, NJ USA - Monday, May 05, 2008 at 10:54:33 (EDT)

Hi I've been a fan since the 80's. Hard to believe you've been singing and I've been listening for that long. I am really looking forward to your concert here in Nashville TN. I'll be attending on the 22nd. Saw you here in Little Women too. "Days of Plenty" just left me breathless. Getting the new CD in a day or so. Every time I hear "Grateful" from Works of the Heart,I can't help but think of how "grateful" I am to be listening to that incredible voice, and also knowing what an special human being has been gifted with it. Thank you for all the hours of beautiful music.
Joanne Cohen <jayco48419@comcast.net>
Goodlettsville, TN USA - Saturday, May 03, 2008 at 17:01:34 (EDT)

I just wanted to say hi. My dad has told me in the past that we are cousins. He said we are related through the Vanatten Family in Western Pennsylvania. I just wanted to say you have a very beautiful voice!
Stephanie Napodano <Stephy212005@yahoo.com>
Nashville, TN USA - Saturday, April 26, 2008 at 11:13:13 (EDT)

Thank you, Maureen, for the performance last night. Paul and I will display the poster in our little place in NYC...along with its blessing. I\'m a retired pianist. Wherever you are we will try to be also. Best wishes, Steve
Steve Corley <musicsteve@aol.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Monday, April 14, 2008 at 11:20:36 (EDT)

Dear Ms. McGovern, My partner and I had the pleasure of attending your concert with Vocal Essence in St. Paul on April 6th. We both enjoyed it tremendously. One of Vocal Essences performers, Lori Lewis, is a friend of mine and when I mentioned we would be attending the performance she mentioned your Out of this World CD and that she could not find a copy. I promtly put together some of my favorites for her to listen to. Little did I know that she had brought them to the performance and you most graciously signed each one. She surprised me with those today and I couldn\'t have been pleased to have another wonderful memory of that show. I\'ve been a fan since the beginning. I remember your first appearance in the Twin Cities at a hotel, the name of which escapes me at the moment. I\'ve since seen you with the Minnesota Orchestra and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. My favoite song, aside from your Gershwin CD would have to be Nice to be Around. Hopefully someday we\'ll see your first three albums issued on CD, particulary Academy Award Performance. Today I pre-ordered A Long and Winding Road, and while I love your interpretations of the Great American Songbook I can hardly wait for your return to the songs I grew up with. Sincerely and respectfully, Bill Peisert
Bill Peisert <myvibe255@msn.com>
St. Paul, MN USA - Sunday, April 13, 2008 at 17:50:04 (EDT)

I am so looking forward to seeing the Long and Winding Road concert on May 4 at Queensboro CC in Long Island, kinda near where I grew up, and very near where I went to high school. Haven\'t seen a Maureen concert since the tour with John Pizzarelli, and totally missed \"Little Women\" (though I have the cast album). I\'ve been playing \"Baby I\'m Yours\" CD to get in the mood for the new songs, plus sampled what was available on PS Classics. My 85 year old Mom and some of her AARP buddies will be with me. It is their first Maureen show, but know your material very well. I hope there is a meet and greet or a way to say \"hello\" after show. A long-distance friend of mine named Bruce Kotzky did your in-store at Border\'s in Vegas for \"I Wanna Learn To Fly\". You will be singing in his old neighborhood. We haven\'t been in touch for years.
Bill Budris <billbudris@verizon.net>
Cranford, NJ USA - Thursday, April 10, 2008 at 17:37:52 (EDT)

Dear One - We just returned from your concert with VocalEssence in St Paul and it was everything and more. I loved everything you sang, but my favorites are the melancholy songs you do. I\'m sure I have all of your CD\'s. God bless and keep recording! Jack Stengel - Sioux Falls
Jack Stengel <jstengel@sio.midco.net>
Sioux Falls,, SD USA - Tuesday, April 08, 2008 at 11:43:21 (EDT)

hi diva well you never dissapoint do you? I loved ur concert in irving, i was only upset with the seating, i was front row center and could barely see over the stage . since i never been there before i didnt know :( all in all it was great as always cant wait for the CD to add my collection of all ur music :) xoxoxoxoxoxooxoxoxoxoxox tim
tim culbertson <tim_culbertson@swbell.net>
dallas, tx USA - Sunday, March 16, 2008 at 22:40:58 (EDT)

We attended your concert this evening in Irving and so enjoyed the concert. I was hoping for an evening of Rogers and Hart, Gershwin, Cole Porter, etc. but was not too disappointed with your song selections. You are very entertaining, have an easy rapport with the audience and obviously everyone there is a hugh fan. We look forward to your concert in November.
Elsie Carpenter <efcarpenter@mindspring.com>
DALLAS, TX USA - Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 00:15:46 (EDT)

I have been a fan of Maureen McGovern\'s since \"Can You Read My Mind\" was released for the Superman movie. I have always loved that song. I can recognize her voice whenever I hear it. Last night I watched an old movie with George Segal & Natalie Wood. There was a song from that movie called \"We Could Have It All\" that was so beautiful. I have searched all her albums and cannot find it. Would you be willing to let me know where I can find that song? For the record, Maureen McGovern and Barbara Streisand are my two favorite female artists of all time. Thanks.
Debbie Thornton <debbiesthornton@yahoo.com>
Leitchfield, KY USA - Saturday, March 08, 2008 at 10:31:23 (EST)

hi diva if u happen to read this, just to let you know i still yet to meet u but u are coming to irving tx next weekend and i will be in attendance at ur concert .. front row center was wondering how u can ackowldge my presence or i meet u after the concert :) i met u once but didnt get to tell u who i was when were in town for ur little women tour and u came by museum i work at during a brief time from the grind and i handed u an audio guide and also am ur fan from the 70s to now when a friend in kcmo gave u a xmas cd to sign for me and my partner i lvied with at the time
tim culbertson <tim_culbertson@swbell.net>
dallas, tx USA - Thursday, March 06, 2008 at 22:37:29 (EST)

Maureen, I caught your Boomer Show loved it. Your arrangements of "The Times, They Are A-Changin'.", "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow?","The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress," "By the Time I Get to Phoenix", well, the whole show are wonderful. Can't wait until I have the A Long Winding Road CD. God Love You. Courtney
Courtney <CMZ13@kaxy.com>
NYC, USA - Tuesday, March 04, 2008 at 09:38:03 (EST)

Having recently lost my husband of 42 yrs.,your beautiful song \"Bring back my Dreamer\" is so relative to the grief I feel. It allows the heart to soften and feel the connection we all have of limited time on this Earth. The album is a tribute to the great Mel Torme... The Pleasure of His Company....with Mike Renzi, for those who want another side of you and the influences in your life. You are blessed. Dianne Scruggs
Dianne Scruggs <mogoose@windstream.net>
Perry, Ga. USA - Monday, February 25, 2008 at 08:14:32 (EST)

I sing barbershop harmony and love the purity of your voice. I some time ago heard you sing the Beatles Song \'I will\' with just a piano lightly in the background. I bought the album it was ok but that night you sang that on the Garrison K. show some years ago- It melted me. Sorry I missed you here in Charlotte NC (near me) Hope to hear you soon. Love to know where I could get a recording of just you and the piano / I will???? Be well. Stephen...
Stephen Stricker <LtsSng1@aol.com>
Clover, SC USA - Thursday, February 21, 2008 at 19:43:32 (EST)

Maureen, What was the name of the movie where a woman dies of leukemia at the end and they played your song "There's got to be a morning after"?
Bill Barker <barker@advantexmail.net>
Lewisville, TX USA - Sunday, February 17, 2008 at 15:24:55 (EST)

I have been a fan since I watched you sing "The Morning After" on TV when I was a child. It is one of my favorite songs. I have participated throughout my life in school choirs, church choir and worship team, community theater, and as a soloist for weddings. I was recently diagnosed with bulbar ALS and as I went through all the information from MDA, I was reminded that you are a spokesperson for that organization. I just wanted you to know how much I have enjoyed your music for the last 30+ years and how happy I am that you are involved with MDA.
Tammy Long <tulsatammy@yahoo.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Friday, February 15, 2008 at 10:37:30 (EST)

I am sooooo looking forward to the debut of your new show "A Long and Winding Road."!!!!!! Especially now that we know a new CD is on its way!!!! Break a leg at the Metropolitain Room!!!!!!
Buddy Daher <bdaher@maureenmcgovern.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Sunday, February 10, 2008 at 13:46:26 (EST)

Miss McGovern, I read that you will have a Baby Boomer show at the Metropolitan Room. I have reservations and am looking forward to seeing your show. I never saw you in Cabaret so it will be a real treat for me and my husband. We love your voice and have seen you in concert several times. Marcia
Marcia
New York, NY USA - Saturday, February 09, 2008 at 01:31:09 (EST)
Ms. McGovern, it was a pleasure to meet you last night at AFTRA's AMEE Award evening. We were delighted to be able to give you the AMEE and really appreciate that you stayed on for the whole evening. The little bit of singing you did within your acceptance speech was spellbinding. Thank you again, Mitch
Mitchell McGuire <mitch1226@gmail.com>
new york, NY USA - Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at 08:42:31 (EST)
One of my favorite Maureen tunes is SOMETIME SOON from "State of the Heart" . I remember sitting through 2 very memorable shows at the Regatta Bar in Cambridge Mass. back in the late 80\'s and meeting you after the shows . I still have the autographed coaster napkin. I\'ll never forget that evening ! You\'re the best ! Brendan
Brendan <brencal1@bellsouth.net>
Ft Lauderdale , Fl USA - Thursday, January 24, 2008 at 20:41:11 (EST)
My all-time fave Maureen song is "Different Worlds." I am 40 years old and a "child" of the 70's, what can I say. Of course, I love "Can You Read My Mind," and "The Morning After." However, my all-time fave MM CD is "Another Woman in Love." A Billboard Top-Ten Jazz Smash I should say. I was 20 years old and studying voice and theater at Delgado Community College in New Orleans, Louisiana and impressing the entire Music Department when I would play this very loudly and very proudly, being an African-American young man. Great music transcends, Praise God. Have a great show here in NYC.
Alan Liddell <anointedalan@hotmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Monday, January 14, 2008 at 17:53:13 (EST)
Dear Maureen, What can I say? You are wonderful! A special request. I learned from an article about you that Marge Rivingston is "still" your coach. Can you tell me where Marge is? I coached with her many years ago, and still practice with the tape she created for me. Last time I spoke to her she told me she was becoming \"bi-coastal\" and thinking about moving to the west coast. I would LOVE to find her again. Thanks for any help you can offer.
Zoelle Montgomery <goddess.power@yahoo.com>
Southampton, NJ USA - Friday, January 11, 2008 at 17:28:47 (EST)
Hi Maureen, My daughter, Tricia Dudley, directed me to your website. I'd like to share something very special with you that, I would guess, no one else has done. Thirty-five years ago, on December 23, 2002, I was very pregnant with my daughter Tricia. My husband and I went shopping in a mall, and I waddled around all day as we did our shopping. Late in the afternoon, we went to see The Poseidon Adventure at a theater there in the mall. When I heard The Morning After, I was just blown away-it is such a beautiful song! It rang in my ears all the next day, December 24. Tricia was born the next morning, Christmas Day, at 7:58 a.m. The Morning After has always been Tricia\'s and my song, and it is very special to us. Tricia has grown into a lovely young woman, a dedicated Christian, and is currently pursuing a degree in Wildlife Biology and Management. Thank you very much for your career in music, and especially The Morning After. Peggy Dudley
Peggy Dudley <dudley@hamilton.net>
Aurora, Ne USA - Monday, January 07, 2008 at 10:48:27 (EST)
Dear Ms. McGovern, Please, please, please add your music to itunes - especially your Christmas album. Your Christmas album (which I already own on cassette) is, possibly, the best Christmas album ever made! May God richly bless you and your loved ones in 2008, Brian Saunders
Brian Saunders <brisaunders@hotmail.com>
Sicklerville, NJ USA - Tuesday, January 01, 2008 at 09:30:38 (EST)
I have made myself 2 compilation CDs of 20 songs each . You are one of only 2 artists that I have two songs represented...they are both magnificent with just your wonderful voice and the fabulous pianist...Over The Rainbow & How Are Things in Glocca Morra. Your 2 recordings join the greatest in the world: Sinatra\'s Under My Skin; Ella\'s Ev\'ry Time We Say Goodbye; etc. You get the picture. Thanks for your breathtaking CDs that I have collected over the years.
Tom Watts <trwarr@cox.net>
Glendale, AZ USA - Sunday, December 30, 2007 at 12:19:22 (EST)
Maureen, I remember how sensational you were way back in high school. I remember you singing with another gal and calling yourselves \"We Two\". My daughter has done some regional musical theater and I had always hoped she would have met you, but she is married now with a son and is no longer performing. Her very good friend and college roommate is Megan Sikora who is currently doing Curtains on Broadway. Congratualtions on all of your successes. I feel proud to have known you when we both went to Boardman High.
April Podolsky Lombardo <aaprilq@yahoo.com>
Washingtton, PA USA - Saturday, December 22, 2007 at 00:21:32 (EST)
HI and happiest of holidays to you and the animals! I see by your upcoming dates you are returning to Dallas again and this time to the Irving Arts Center. Am contemplating paying to come see you again in concert but my partner has been travelling alot for business and not sure he will be in town that far in advance .. I would love to see you in concert again and possibly to try finally meet you .. we have chatted online once when you did the chat with the F.Alley re release of that one CD and then all the emails i have sent saying how close I have gotten but just would like to know best way to get lucky enuf to meet u ..
Tim J Culbertson <tim_culbertson@swbell.net>
Dallas, tx USA - Thursday, December 20, 2007 at 12:57:39 (EST)
At the holidays we think back on those we have loved and those we love and sadly, even those we've lost. I'm sitting here writing and listening to, what else: \"The Maureen McGovern Christmas Album\"! I have had it since it first came out and it is one of my holiday favorite albums,up there with The Carpenters, Johnny Mathis and Anne Murray. We have met... the last time was in your dressing room after your Milwaukee performance of \"Little Women.\" (I gave you a green WI. bear and my partner of 25 years, Wayne, took our picture which I have enlarged and framed and hanging in our den so I can see you every day and wish you a good night each evening.) True!!! As stated in other articles, I too was touched immensely by \"The Morning After\". What a treat when you re-did it on your latest CD: \"Works of the Heart\". It got me through the rough teenage years being gay and coming out and a family with depression and anger issues. Your song, and I do mean YOUR song, spoke to me and litteraly probably saved my life when I was 16... I am now 48 and as said earlier, I have been with my partner Wayne for the past 25 years! I have been chronically ill with CFIDS and Fibromyalgia for more than 15 years... but I am coping and take things \"one morning after\" at a time. We met before that at a CD signing at Barnes and Noble (where I presented you with a Godiva bear and chocolates) and before that at your first Christmas concert... I\'m the one who gave you the rose and you started to sing the wrong song you were so flustered... I think you are an amazing singer and always have. I watch you on the telethons each year and have (I think) just about anything you ever recorded including \"The Envelope Please...\". I wish you the happiest of holidays and always more laughter tears. Have a wonderful 2008 and maybe, if you pass this way again- I\'ll find another way to say "hello" and how much you have meant and continue to mean so much to me!
Richard (Ric) Fuchs <rfuchs2@wi.rr.com>
Milwaukee, WI USA - Thursday, December 13, 2007 at 19:00:06 (EST)
Ever heard of a place called London, England Maureen? I remember you because of your "Continental" and "Lullaby of Broadway" from the seventies. Sweet memories!! Who else sang with you on the lullaby? Lots of Love Nick
Nicholas Martin <nicholas.martin@virgin.net>
London, England - Friday, December 07, 2007 at 10:39:30 (EST)
Hi Maureen, I wanted to listen to some good music for a change, so I downloaded some of your music on itunes. lol Happy holidays Eric P.S. Sorry about Uncle Clem\'s passing.
Eric V. Ronan <evronanysu.edu>
youngstown, oh USA - Sunday, November 25, 2007 at 23:07:42 (EST)
Someone help me... A song you sung on the Garrison Keillor show some years ago. Lyrics are : Love you forever and forever love you with all of my heart. Love you whenever we\'re together, love you when we\'re apart. So if I ever loved you I didn\'t know your name. Will I wait a million life times if you want me to I will.. What is the name of this song and have you recorded it? HELP...haunting beautiful song... LtsSng1@aol.com
Stephen Stricker <LtsSng1@aol.com>
Clover, sc USA - Monday, November 19, 2007 at 04:51:39 (EST)
I just got home from the afternoon performance you gave at the Annenberg Theater in Rancho Mirage. I convinced my friends, the Baron and Baroness of Portlethen to come with me and they were both blown away with every single note you sang. Wish I could tell you which one I liked best but I was mesmerized by every one of them. Currently I don\'t have any of your CD\'s but can assure you I will be getting everyone of them tomorrow...as will my friends that came with me. I hope we will have the opportunity to see you perform in this area again. Sincerely, Judi Baxter
Judi Baxter <javajudi138@yahoo.com>
Rancho Mirage, CA USA - Sunday, November 18, 2007 at 21:53:44 (EST)
I just had the great privilege of seeing you in Charlotte at the McGlohan on November 8th. You are not only a wonderful talent but have become a truly masterful artist. You have one of the most beautiful voices on the planet with phenomenal facility, impecable musical ability AND you know what you are singing about. I heard lyrics that I have heard many times as if they were brand new. Way back in the summer of 1981 I worked with you very briefly, in fact, I think it was one afternoon reading the part of \"Captain Von Trapp\" during a rehearsal at Pittsburgh CLO (before the real guy showed up). I was just in the chorus that summer. A year or so later Jim Wilhelm (who used to be my agent) took me to see you sing at a club on the upper east side. You were wonderful then but what a joy to see a soul and talent become even more beautiful with time. The experience on the 8th was truly inspiring. I am now an architect working in Charlotte and from time to time I am invited to NYC to sing (I had a modest career as an actor and singer with appearances at the Ballroom, Algonquin (w/ Andrea Marcovicci), Don\'t Tell Mama, 92nd Street Y, and Town Hall plus rather long hauls in CATS and Les Mis (among others). I felt so lucky that I happened to catch your performance here. I will plan to come to NYC to the Metropolitan Room in February. All the very best, Tom Keeling
Tom Keeling <tomk6@bellsouth.net>
Charlotte, NC USA - Sunday, November 18, 2007 at 14:11:37 (EST)
I\'m a 71-year-old happily married man who is a 40-year veteran of choir directing and singing. I first fell in love with your voice with \"The Pleasure of His Company\" and probably have all of your albums since. I\'m very happy to find your web page and to know about your latest appearances. I just bought tickets to your St Paul date in April at the Fitzgerald Theatre. PLEASE keep singing. We need you. Jack Stengel
Jack Stengel <jstengel@sio.midco.net>
Sioux Falls, SD USA - Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 14:31:48 (EST)
Dear Maureen, Your concert at Spirit Square in Charlotte last night was absolutely wonderful! My husband was a huge fan of Mel Torme and agrees with him that you are the best female vocalist around. My sisters and I had the pleasure of seeing you after your performance in Little Women last year in Charlotte. You and Peggy graduated from Boardman High School together so it was especially interesting to me to hear of your references to Ohio and especially Gene Autrey at Stambaugh Auditorium-I too remember that! We will be in NYC Nov. 27-30. Any chance you will be performing then? Thank you for a memorable evening. You were fabulous! Linda Waggaman Vernon
Linda Waggaman Vernon <Waggette3@aol.com>
Denver, NC USA - Friday, November 09, 2007 at 10:21:54 (EST)
Your performance tonight in Charlotte, Nov. 8, was so moving and beautiful. Your incredible voice moved me to tears from the beginning with \"Of Thee I Sing\" to the finale, \"Our Love is Here to Stay.\" So many highlights in your performance. Loved every minute and every note. Thanks for an unforgettable evening.
Tracy Tillery <tracytllry@aol.com>
Charlotte, NC USA - Thursday, November 08, 2007 at 23:46:17 (EST)
Maureen Back in the eighties I worked on Ft. Bragg running The Music Center and was associated with a number of volunteers for the MDA.As a result I happened upon your performance of one of the Gershwin pieces (I think). It stopped me dead from whatever I was doing and when it was noted that \"the Voice\" I heard was yours I immediately went to the store and bought \"Naughty Baby\", \"Baby, I\'m Yours\" and \"State of the Heart\". I am now on my 4th copy of \"Naughty Baby\" because I played 2 of them to death and gave away my third copy. All of my first copies were on tape...now on CD except my original of \"Baby, I\'m Yours\". You toured with Mel Torme shortly after that and I got 3rd row seats in Pembroke, NC and it was amazing.Since then I have become a full time voice teacher/actress/director and have had the priviledge of teaching Evan Rachel Wood ( when she was younger), Frankie Muniz (when he was younger) and Clay Aiken. Clay and I have always been good friends since my teaching days in public school where I first heard him. He honored me in 2005 by writing a script for his Christmas Tour where I was the leading lady and sang a duet with him. I teach in Raleigh, NC (for the past 15 years) and have followed your voice, having gotten \"The Muisc Never Ends\" ( now on my 5th copy because I gave it away and one stays in my studio and one in my car at ALL times.)I can\'t tell you the number of times I have played your Cds for students to give them a perfect example of control, technique, clarity of tone, diction and interpretation!!! If I wasn\'t a starving artist I would LOVE (and have contemplated it a lot!) to have you do a master class for my students, but alas I don\'t think I could afford it. You will be performing in Sanford, NC this coming week and I\'m dying to be there and meet you.(I sound like a silly teenage fan...)I live in Sanford and commute to Raleigh every day where my studio is located.Is there the slightest chance of any sheet music available for ANY of your arrangements? They are divine and kudos to your arranger, sheer genius! I have performed your arrangement (sort of) of \"The Way We Were/Where Do You Start\" in a concert I did here in Raleigh. My accompanist is really good and transcribed what he could, so it worked ok. I\'m really just rambling trying to let you know how much I love and admire your voice(I sound like everyone else on this guest book)and your dedication to helping people through your marvelous gift. Thank-you for sharing it in all ways. Alison Lawrence
Alison Lawrence <ablawrence@att.net>
Raleigh, ZNC USA - Monday, October 29, 2007 at 22:04:48 (EDT)
Please add \"We Could Have It All\" to your next CD or make it available for downloading. It is my favorite song!
Gary Wagner <WagnerGary@aol.com>
Morton, IL USA - Thursday, October 25, 2007 at 13:19:08 (EDT)
Hi Maureen,I met you years ago when you performed with the PSO my husband was the tympanist. I love your voice and really love the Naughty Baby CD. I\'m a voice teacher and one of my students would like to do your arr. of \"The Man I LOVE\" for NATS on 11/3 any sheet music available for that? Thank you GB
Gloria Bonnin <costudios@gmail.com>
South Portland , ME USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 at 20:51:35 (EDT)
Maureen, A dear friend and former member of the Richtones purchased their Vegas cd as a 60th birthday gift for me. She knew I was a barbershop quarteter and quartet cd collector. She also knew that I was good friends of Gary and Ruth Ann Parker. What she did NOT know is how much I love Maureen McGovern\'s beautiful lilting voice. Your performances with Richtones on this cd have rekindled my desire to purchase more of your recordings and I am heading straightaway to iTunes to buy some right now for download to my mp3 player. You\'ve never sounded better, Maureen, than you do on this recording with the Richtones behind you. Thanks for making my world a more beautiful place today. www.geocities.com/SlickerLeadQ
Bob Caldwell <bobcaldwell@email.com>
Fairfax, VA USA - Monday, October 22, 2007 at 11:28:40 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, My husband, John and I were glad to meet you at the Imagination Stage Annual Gala at Bethesda, MD last Saturday. We are in awe of your life, your accomplishments and your dedication to the music world. With the help of our hearing aids, we were inspired by hearing your lovely voice. Congratulations for winning the annual Imagination Award for Children, the Arts and Philanthropy. Thank you for being YOU! Mary G. Yeh, Potomac, MD
Mary G. Yeh <mgyeh@clark.net>
Potomac, MD USA - Thursday, October 18, 2007 at 15:15:26 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, I have been your truly fan since the first time I heard you singing the Morning After back in the 70s. I am now 46 so look how young I Fell in love with you ! I still keep those first records: The Morning After, Nice to be Around, and the one you performing the Oscars winning songs. I will never stop hearing you. Your voice is unique and you still look gorgeous ! All my love from Argentina. LEONARDO. leovazquez29@hotmail.com
Leonardo Vazquez <leovazquez29@hotmail.com >
Buenos Aires , BA Argentina - Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 17:31:15 (EDT)
Loved your performance last night in Port Washington. We share a love of Yorkies...we have two. Your a cappella (sp?) rendition of \"Over the Rainbow\" was special. One correction...you are one month younger than my wife. You are both...sorry to say...in your 59th year...not 58th. Doesn\'t make either of you a bad person. You do have one spectacular voice. Thanks for a great evening.
Mike Groothuis <mikegroo@aol.com>
Lawrence, NY USA - Saturday, October 13, 2007 at 07:26:51 (EDT)
Dear Miss McGovern- I am currently working with Peggy Taphorn in NC and am thrilled that you will be coming to the Temple Theatre in November. How generous of you! I will be auditioning in NYC next week for the Little Women tour and since I am a MATURE (ahem!) performer, I hope to be considered for Marmee. I will hold your brilliant performance of \"Days of Plenty\" in my heart, as I know it will inspire me. Thank you for continuing to share your gifts-I hope YOUR music never ends.....Best wishes always, Pauline Cobrda
Pauline Cobrda <brakaleg@triad.rr.com>
Greensboro, NC USA - Saturday, September 29, 2007 at 20:32:42 (EDT)
Hi Maureen, I am the son inlaw of Pat Padula I just wanted to inform you that Pat passed away on 9/22/07
Dan Janiw <janiw@embarqmail.com>
warren, oh USA - Thursday, September 27, 2007 at 16:57:54 (EDT)
Ms McGovern I have been a fan of yours for a while now. I admire your beautiful voice but most of all I admire the work that you do for MDA. I also volunteer in my local area. When will you be performing in the tristate NY NJ CT area?
Frank Pasquale <yankeeman2001@yahoo.com>
New Rochelle, NY USA - Tuesday, September 25, 2007 at 11:15:23 (EDT)
Hello Maureen, It is an honor to me be a fan of you. I am Fabio, from Brazil and I love to see the movies \"The Posidon Adventure\" and \"The Towering Inferno\" just to see and listen to your songs. I would love so much if you just answer this e-mail. Thank you. Your fan, Fabio
Fábio Geraldo Fabro <fgfabro@hotmail.com>
Brazil - Monday, September 17, 2007 at 10:31:37 (EDT)
I know, my question might be a bit strange but... Does anybody know how to get the version of \"The morning after\" from the movie, with vocals by Renee Armand? Please let me know
Klaus Herkel <herkel@5-guys.de>
Essen, Germany - Saturday, September 15, 2007 at 16:21:34 (EDT)
I am a Brazilian. I have been living in Japan for 16 year. I tell you what. The Morning After gets me every time. And God, what a voice!!!
Massaru Onuki <massaru@chichibu.ne.jp>
Chichibu, Saitama Japan - Monday, September 10, 2007 at 07:44:23 (EDT)
On one of the performances on Prairie Home Companion, you sang an amazing version of Randy Newman\'s Texas Girl at the Funeral of Her Father is that available anywhere? It is just stunning. Thank you, Pat McGowan
Patrick McGowan <Shreken@aol.com>
South Pasadena, CA USA - Sunday, September 09, 2007 at 04:40:38 (EDT)
She still looks and sounds better than ever!
Roxanne T. Chin <roxanne.chin@att.net>
Owings Mills, MD USA - Saturday, September 08, 2007 at 02:04:00 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, I have admired you for years.What an incredible talent you share with us and it seems as though you have an incredible spirit also. I always watch the MDA,not only to support the cause but to enjoy your contributions to the show.My committed partner in life is part of the Art Department that transforms the hotels ballroom into the television studio the telethon transmits from.I\'m always on my cell phone with her finding out what hours you will be performing in. Your performance is always so beautiful and from the heart,this year was no different. I was blown away by your acappella \"Over the Rainbow\" just incredible.Please come to Arizona soon. Deena
Deena Whiting <whitingdeena@hotmail.com>
Tempe, AZ USA - Tuesday, September 04, 2007 at 02:58:35 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, Congrats on 27 years of helping Jerry on the MDA telethon. YOU look and sound as marvelous as ever. I loved both songs you sang, especially \"Over the Rainbow\" A cappella. No wonder you are called the \"Stradivarius Voice!\" I hope someday I will get the chance to see you in person. You have always been my favorite singer. God Bless you always.
Josephine <jo23@yahoo.com>
Laramie, WY USA - Monday, September 03, 2007 at 14:59:28 (EDT)
I\'ve loved Maureen\'s voice for many years, since \"Morning After\". As I get older, I like the more mellow sounding voices, and the version of \"Morning After\" on her web site is very mellow. I wonder if Maureen has ever thought of doing a cd just of the songs she\'s sung on the labor day telethon? That would be one very nice cd. I remember many years ago, she sang a song on the telethon that was about musical instruments, and her voice imitated the instrument sounds. When her voice reached the high notes of the flute, and she got a standing ovation and an encore for that song, I was in awe. I LOVE her voice, and hope she sees this message, and seriously considers that cd of her telethon songs.
Deb <dakfaught@aol.com>
cincinnati, oh USA - Monday, September 03, 2007 at 13:36:57 (EDT)
HI MAUREEN - HAPPY LABOR DAY I CAUGHT BOTH OF YOUR PERFORMANCES ON THE MDA TELETHON AND YOU\'RE STILL #1 WITH ME! I\'LL NEVER FORGET THE THRILL OF MEETING YOU BACK IN 2001 AT THE WORLD PREMIER OF LETTERS FROM \'NAM IN BEVEVRLY MA;I\'VE BEEN FOLLOWONG YOU EVER SINCE.KEEP UP YOUR GREAT WORK! SINCERELY, BARBARA
BARBARA STELLA <STELLAMTHN@AOL.COM>
METHUEN, MA USA - Monday, September 03, 2007 at 13:14:14 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, I was traveling to Rome, Italy a few years ago. When we arrived at the hotel, I turned on the TV. The TV show, \"Angie\" was showing and I remember the theme song from 1979. I love hearing your beautiful music. You have a unique singing style which I continue to enjoy.
Herman \"Monzo\" Kanter <hkanter@sbcglobal.net>
Antioch, IL USA - Monday, September 03, 2007 at 13:04:26 (EDT)
Maureen, I heard you in person when you were here with Mel Torme, and then again 3 summers again when I was in New York City for the birth of a granddaughter. I have always loved your voice and your music, but last Sunday while returning from Kansas City I played Works of Heart and absolutely bawled my head off. My daughter sang On My Way To You at her wedding, and your rendition is absolutely heart tugging and gorgeous, even though hers was quite beautiful. The whole album is wonderful, and even more so when I reread that the proceeds go to Music Therapy. What a voice! Continue singing forever.
Fay Terrell <fterrell@cox.net>
Wichita, KS USA - Saturday, September 01, 2007 at 23:45:14 (EDT)
IT\'S HERE!!! The Rich-Tone Chorus\' new album with your timeless vocals has been released! Hearing your delicious renditions of Skylark and Our Love is Here to Stay brings back all the joy of recording and performing with you. Thanks again for these memorable experiences -- and don\'t be a stranger! Regards, Amanda Stevens, Sweet Adelines Baritone
Amanda Stevens <minky10@tx.rr.com>
Plano, TX USA - Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 17:23:18 (EDT)
Maureen, I have always enjoyed your music, you incredible talent, from \"There\'s Got to be a Morning After\" to now. I am getting married in October, 2007, an older \"bride\", and was searching for music ideas and found your website. Your albums gave me great ideas...thanks so much for that, and for sharing your musical gift with us. Hope you get to the Philadelphia, PA. area sometime soon! Regards, Jean Hager
Jean Hager <jerseyjean@comcast.net>
Mount Laurel, NJ USA - Sunday, August 26, 2007 at 12:09:53 (EDT)
I have 2 questions: 1. Are there any DVD available of Maureen? On You |Tube I\'ve seen some songs from Maureen on stage at The Wolf Trap and there must have been aty least 3 video\'s. But are there any DVD\'s? 2. Are there any plans to perform anywhere in Europe in the nearby future? Anyone who can help me, please, send me an email: jos@nicozwarthoed.nl Thanks very much!
Jos Hulscher <jos@nicozwarthoed.nl>
\'s-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands - Thursday, August 23, 2007 at 01:18:39 (EDT)
What a lovely voice, what a lovely person. I knew \"of you\" but until I went through the web site I didn\'t realize how much I knew \"of you!\" I heard \"The Morning After\" on the radio recently and made a mental note to Google. What a pleasure it was jogging my memory of all that you\'ve been up to. Before the internet, I wouldn\'t have known how to find you! Would love for you to make a Northwest visit sometime soon. It\'s a Different World although we\'re under The Same Moon. If you Read My Mind, you\'ll see we Could Have Had It All when we get Halfway Home!! :-) Be safe!
Lyle Hall <hall.lyle@yakima.rr.com>
Yakima, OR USA - Friday, August 10, 2007 at 19:52:02 (EDT)
Many belated birthday wishes, glad to see the guestbook is up and running again. Looking forward to what comes next!!!
John McNally <mcnally.john@delta.com>
vergennes, vt USA - Thursday, August 09, 2007 at 12:12:35 (EDT)
Your voice is like buttah!!! Can\'t wait until you come around again!!!
Pearl Thompson <pearl258@oal.com>
Carbonara, NC USA - Wednesday, August 08, 2007 at 23:08:01 (EDT)
At last! Stars have aligned and the guestbook is working again! Please catch up on your birthday wishes for Maureen!!! "It's not too late...."
Buddy @WEBMASTER <bdaher@maureenmcgovern.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Monday, August 06, 2007 at 21:56:33 (EDT)
Happy belated birthday wishes!!! Loved you and followed your career for so long!!! "You're just like a Sunday morning!!!"
Brandy Morris <bmoriss8@alo.com>
New York, NY USA - Monday, August 06, 2007 at 21:52:38 (EDT)
Of all days for the guestbook to experience troubles!!! HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY DIVA!!!!!!!!!!!!! We're working on fixing it! In the meantime, send your wishes to me at the email below and I'll manually post your greetings! Buddy
Buddy daher<bdaher@maureenmcgovern.com>
San Francisco, CA USA - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 08:10:29 (EDT)
Hope your birthday was the best ever - - - just wanted you to know an extra prayer was said for you. Thanks for being your wonderful self! Ellenshadylady1@alltel.net >>
San Francisco, CA USA - Tue, July 31, 2007 5:54:29 (EDT)
Hi Birthday Diva! Went online early yesterday morning to send Birthday greetings to you but was unable to post. So please accept my best wishes! I will also do my best to be at Slippery Rock University in December. My best to you always!!! Bill
Bill Phelps<bilbud4@aol.com>
Pittsburg, PA USA - Friday, July 27, 2007 at 09:05:13 (EDT)

Hi Maureen! I was the assistant engineer years ago on several albums at Clinton Recording in NY. I remember singing in the back of the control room, thus annoying Ed. Ha! I will always remember those times with great fondness. I am still engineering in NYC. Anyway... I found a bogus Web page on http://www.myspace.com/canyoureadmymind and sent and Email to their customer service people. I noticed you won't be in town for quite some time. I'll keep my eyes open. Love to see you sometime. All the best, Troy
Troy Halderson <troyhalderson@comcast.net>
Glen Ridge, NJ USA - Tuesday, July 03, 2007 at 16:12:41 (EDT)

some years ago my wife an i saw you perform at the kennedy center with the nat. symphony orchestra. that night you read a poem about grandmothers. i have not been able to find it anywhere. is it available anywhere? it brought me to tears then and now my wife is a grandmother and i would like to get it for her.
Rusty MAck <rmack206657@verizon.net>
mayo, md USA - Friday, June 15, 2007 at 18:39:08 (EDT)

I know its been a few weeks but your performance in San Francisco still gives me goosebumps! Please keep singin' until you drop!
Brady Winters <bwinters@aol.com>
Oakland, CA USA - Thursday, June 14, 2007 at 02:43:30 (EDT)

Maureen, I had the priviledge of being in Colo. Spgs. on June 2 & 3. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful gift with all of us. My husband has ALS and I needed your message of hope. I felt that the song in my heart was gone and you let me see what a selfish way to feel. I love to sing and I will start singing again because of what you said. I so wanted to meet you personally as did everyone but I wanted you to know that I am looking forward to getting the CD's that I ordered today. Thank you for your generous heart. God Bless You! Deb
Deb Kaus <dj419@juno.com >
Grand Junction, CO USA - Tuesday, June 05, 2007 at 14:41:06 (EDT)

Amazing, very pleasing to the ear, articulate, and oh so entertaining! That's how I would describe Maureen McGovern's performance last night at the Pike's Peak Center for the Performing Arts in Colorado Springs, Colorado. When you look up the meaning of "perfection" in the dictionary, there should be a picture of Maureen McGovern right next to the definition.
Wayne Hoey <atjsax@msn.com>
Colorado Springs, CO USA - Sunday, June 03, 2007 at 17:20:57 (EDT)

I have loved this lady since 1975 and hearing her academy awards album for the frst time. I hope she can come over this side of the pond to perform again I have always managed to miss her performances in the UK and she is the one person I adore and have yet to hear live.
alex wilson <wilson148@aol.com>
Aberdeen, UK - Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at 07:31:41 (EDT)

I enjoyed listening to all your music but I am looking for the song "WE CAN HAVE IT ALL AGAIN...Where can I find it ? It is not included in your CDs. Kindly advise. Thanks and more power
Archie Zareno <countofmontecristo666@yahoo.com>
Manila, Philippines - Monday, May 21, 2007 at 14:56:39 (EDT)

One more of those heart on the sleeve kinda guys for your song "You Love Me Too Late". I remember you were performing this on the Seals and Croft TV show when I was a teenager. I remember telling my family "shut up I wanna hear this". I had to leave the room when it was over, I was moved to tears from such a painfully haunting song. I never did find it and just found out, as of this writing, it was a "B" side. It really is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard and after only hearing it once 30 years ago it has been in memory ever since. If you could ever release it there would be some eternally grateful fans! Best wishes and much success.
Don <bearlyredca@yahoo.com>
Los Angeles, CA USA - Sunday, May 06, 2007 at 12:51:55 (EDT)
Although i dont write to singers im only interested in songwritersmakerscrafters i have at home album you made in 1978 warner bros pooreview of rolingstone guideguys but i like it featuringreat michaellyoyd classic specialove im wondering why dont you take risks&release albums of 1 songwriters like you did with gerscwin but not old stuff this time only great songs of 1 man 1 classic&14 next hits example richardkerr greatest songwriter on earth you write me&ill tell you how to have songs he never gave to someonelse &you make yourelease with ill never love this way again &you add abittersweet affair i will rise again now forever&always make me your dream tonigt &when its a friend check my website www.allonsongwriters.monsite.wanadoo.fr or write me at yahoo kisses sweetheart take care
stephan greatest master aorwriters european <aworldofmusic14@yahoo.fr>
la seyne sur mer, pa USA - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 10:48:42 (EDT)
I Have only recently heard about Maureen but I must admit to be blown away by her fantastic voice. Since hearing her sing "The Morning After" I can truthfully say that she is the best female singer I have heard. Any chance of a tour of the U.K in the near future
Malcolm Nisbet <Nisb717@aol.com>
Glasgow, Gl Scotland - Saturday, May 05, 2007 at 03:55:03 (EDT)
Maureen - Thank you for a fabulous evening! You are a total performer - so gracious and so talented. You give 110% and we love you for it. Thanks for coming to Carmel and thanks for an unforgetable evening! (I'm still high!)
Phyllis Cleveland <one747czi@redshift.com>
Carmel, CA USA - Thursday, May 03, 2007 at 02:35:42 (EDT)
I have enjoyed your work for many, many years! I was amazed at the versatility of your voice and the control you have. I am currently listening to your "Naughty Baby" CD and am enoying it tremendously, though my favorite CD is "The Music Never Ends". Thanks for your hard work and the many hours of enjoyment! :-)
Keith
Millersville, MD USA - Wednesday, May 02, 2007 at 12:53:34 (EDT)
What a fabulous evening at the Diane Wortham Theatre last night! Your voice, your choice of songs, your renditions, were absolutely fabulous. You do an honor to the genius of George Gershwin et al. Thank you Maureen.
Thelma Cousins <RT180@bellsouth.net>
Asheville, NC USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 at 12:32:45 (EDT)
Been a fan of yours for years but have never had the opportunity to see you in person. Just returned from your performance at the Diana Wortham Theater and was so excited by both you and your phenomenal accompanist that I can't wind down enough to go to sleep! The piano arrangements were nothing short of sheer knock-your-socks-off genius and the blending of both of your talents was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I hope this won't be the last time we get to see you both in person.
Isabel Cutler <isabel95@bellsouth.net>
Hendersonville, NC USA - Sunday, April 29, 2007 at 01:13:56 (EDT)
Very well done site! Please keep up the great job.
Frank Rizzo <frank.rizzo2007@yahoo.ca>
Canada - Friday, April 27, 2007 at 17:21:36 (EDT)
Hi Maureen My Aunt has been a fan of yours for years. She has all of your music, We think you are a wonderfull preformer, and have really enjoyed your song over the years. However there is one song we can"t seem to locate. It's an old theme song to the late 70s TV series Having Babbies I believe it titled "There Will Be Love" Its a beautiful song Can anyone tell me where I can find it I've been doing a web search and haven't located it anywhere. Any help would be greatly appreciated, If found please send info to my Email. Keep up the great work Maureen! Thanks
Candace <Candycane0862@aol.com>
Bastrop, La USA - Wednesday, April 25, 2007 at 05:17:10 (EDT)
I have always loved your style, intonation, range, etc I was a former usaf tuba player and singer. I hope to hear more of you. Rex Sagle
Rex Sagle <rcsagle@msn.com>
Houston, tx USA - Tuesday, April 24, 2007 at 06:50:13 (EDT)
Just wanted to let you know what a blessing your song; Can You Read My Mind is to myself and my new husband. He is a huge Superman fan and picked this particular song for our first dance together as husband and wife. Thank you again for your beautiful music.
April Knight <imsupergrl@peoplepc.com>
Biloxi, MS USA - Thursday, April 12, 2007 at 14:43:11 (EDT)
Thank you for being so gracious last evening when I met you at an event in Ohio on your personal time. Being star-struck I didn't say what I would have wanted....that you are an inspiration in many ways. When asked to sing at a wedding recently, I surprised myself by saying yes. Then realized, I didn't have that soprano voice that brides typically want. I listened to your rich, strong alto voice and it gave me the courage to follow through. Thank you.
Leslie Miller <lslmiller@hotmail.com>
Hilliard, oh USA - Sunday, April 08, 2007 at 15:44:10 (EDT)
I love your songs. They bring back lots of good memory in my life. Love your voice.
Alister Young <seekitt@yahoo.com>
Portland, ME USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 21:56:47 (EDT)
DEAR MAUREEN, I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU HOW MUCH I LOVED SEEING YOU PERFORM AT THE NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATER AT DUNHAM WOODS IN BEVERLY MASSACHUSETTS ON MONDAY NOVEMBER 15, 2004 AND THEN I HAD THE HONOR OF MEETING YOU IN PERSON - THANK YOU FOR SIGNING YOUR FIRST 2 ALBUMS FOR ME - THE MORNING AFTER & NICE TO BE AROUND AND THE COPY I HAD ENLARGED OF THE TICKET OF YOUR CONCERT, AS I TOLD YOU WHEN WE SPOKE I AS WELL AS ALL OF YOUR OTHER FANS WOULD BE GRATEFUL TO YOU IF YOU GET YOUR FIRST 3 ALBUMS REISSUED ON CD AND MAYBE YOU CAN HAVE ADDITIONAL TRACKS PUT ON EACH CD - "PAPER BRIDGES" "WE'LL NEVER HAVE TO SAY GOOD-BY AGAIN" "WE COULD HAVE IT ALL AGAIN" "LIFES' A LONG WAY TO RUN" AND ANY OTHER SONGS YOU HAVE RECORDED OVER THESE YEARS THAT MAYBE HAVEN'T BEEN PUT OUT ON CD - I ALSO STILL THINK YOU SHOULD RECORD YOUR CONCERTS AND PUT THEM OUT ON DVD - PLEASE COME BACK TO THE NORTH SHORE MUSIC THEATRE SOON AND IF YOU DO PLEASE AS PART OF YOUR CONCERT SING "LITTLE BOYS & MEN" - THANK YOU FOR THE MUSIC
CHARLES E LAWRENCE <CHARLESEL@webtv.net>
SALEM, MA USA - Tuesday, March 20, 2007 at 01:53:18 (EDT)
been a fan for many years would love to buy a cd with your hit the continental on it bought the music never ends cd in florids amazing do a concert in scotland
anne earlie <anne.earlie@yahoo.co.uk>
glasgow, scotland - Sunday, March 18, 2007 at 19:31:55 (EDT)
a few hours ago, a friend and i went to EJ Thomas Hall at Akron Univ for a jazz concert -- when you came on stage and started singing, we were in shock. sure, i've heard of you, years ago -- but when you filled that place with your fantastic, unbelievable voice - it just blew us away. i swear people all around where we were sitting, including me, we in tears, that's how beautiful and phenomenal you were. what a gift, what a shock, we just had no idea - and it was such a grand surprise -- if i don't go to a concert for a year, this will be plenty for me. you are absolutely unforgettable. good night,G-d bless, and i forget the last thing, but take care. you really made a lot of people thrilled! valerie
valerie <vividly50@sbcglobal.net>
akron, oh USA - Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 21:31:14 (EDT)
Maureen - Welcome Home! Akron and the Greater Cleveland area have always claimed you as our own... despite you being from a bit East of here.... Looking forward to the concert tomorrow night in Akron. Question... Did you see "Superman Returns" and if so, any special feelings given that so much has happened since the movies began? The "franchise" somehow survives... despite the tragic loss of Christopher Reeve, we've seen Lois & Clark, Smallville, and now another chapter of the movie. During the opening credits I couldn't help but hear your beautiful voice singing "Can You Read My Mind"... In a world of negativity and "what have you done for me lately"... I like to remind people that this entertainment phenomenon came from the creative minds of two young men from Cleveland, Ohio. Despite the fact they are credited in the performances, the people here don't rejoice enough for the incredible gift given by Mr. Siegel and Mr. Shuster. Any thoughts from your perspective? Please keep up all your humanitarian efforts, and thank you for your talents and generous heart...
Chuck Benjamin <innocentage@yahoo.com>
Stow, OH USA - Saturday, March 10, 2007 at 21:13:49 (EST)
One of our local radio stations came up with a wonderful rendition of "Amazing Grace". Unfortunately, they had lost all information on that precise performance and put out an S.O.S to all listeners to find (by ear mind you) who was the singer of that rendition. It took a few weeks but finally someone did come up with the right answer "Maureen McGovern". Not only does our english speking community enjoy the richness of your voice, but many of our french speaking community did their utmost best in helping all to find the answer. Thank you so much, not just for being such a professional singer, but by being a real inspiration to many of us.
Betty G <mousersan@hotmail.com>
Quebec, Qc Canada - Monday, March 05, 2007 at 13:09:59 (EST)
I was privileged to hear you tonight at Sunrise Lakes. You are the consummate professional; a sheer delight to listen to. Thanks for a wonderful evening. Ellie
Ellie Aaron <roel71@aol.com>
Sunrise, Fl USA - Saturday, March 03, 2007 at 23:24:49 (EST)
I can speak confidently, with love from the Rich-Tone chorus, that we were completely moved by your visit with us to record "Skylark". The goose-bumps became an epidemic, once we heard the track. Thanks ever so much and we hope to do this again, soon!
Eileen Turner <ea.turnertx@verizon.net>
Plano, Tx USA - Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 10:48:34 (EST)
A thousand thanks for the delight of singing with you this evening. The artistry that you bring to the music inspires us all. The Rich-Tones will treasure your gift to the chorus, just as we'll treasure the experience of performing again with you. Best wishes from your Texas friends!
Amanda Stevens <minky10@comcast.net>
Plano, TX USA - Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 23:58:33 (EST)
The 'Itinerary' listing called 'The Florida Tour' March 2-9 is not city nor date specific as of February 19. Where can I get some info? I will be wherever Maureen McGovern is singing in the state of Florida.
Don Schafhauser <orlandodon@cfl.rr.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Monday, February 19, 2007 at 07:35:52 (EST)
Hi Ms. Maureen, I just heard your songs and it realy warmth my heart. Is is really touching. I would love to hear more of your songs... please send me all the album title to be able to collect all those. Hope to jear from you. Good health & more success.
A <makulit_lang101@yahoo.com>
Manila, Philippines - Friday, February 16, 2007 at 04:51:26 (EST)
I just returned from your appearance at Wolf Trap. It was really one of the finest performances I have ever heard. "Over the Rainbow" was truly fantastic. Favorites? Hard to single anything out but do enjoy theme from "The Promise" and the entire Gershwin CD. I suppose I have been a fan since "The Morning After," but really enjoyed your appearances on "The Tonight Show." I remember one where you wore this white jumpsuit--sang a scat song with Doc and then sang "The Theme from the Promise." Of course I may not be remembering it correctly as I was watching it on a B/W TV in the middle of Appalachia. Also, "I Could Have Been a Sailor" with you sitting on a stool and Mike Renizi playing. I love your Cincinnati Pops appearances and had the fortunate to meet you after one of those.
Bruce <bruce1900@mac.com>
Rockville, MD USA - Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 23:37:18 (EST)
Maureen, Your performance at Monmouth University last evening was glorious, as always. Don't be a stranger to NJ.
Patty
NJ USA - Sunday, February 11, 2007 at 16:19:05 (EST)
Dear Maureen, your voice is a bless! Your best fan in Brazil, Ana Cristina.
Ana Cristina de Sa <anacrispsicoenf@uol.com.br>
Sao Paulo, SP Brazil - Thursday, February 01, 2007 at 22:42:37 (EST)
Hello: I have been a fan forever. We have met many times. You have autographed one of your albums for me every time we meet. You get better with album. Hope to see you in Los Angeles soon.
santiago rodriguez <petulac@sbcglobal.net>
los angeles, ca USA - Monday, January 29, 2007 at 19:22:04 (EST)
Hello, wanted people to know that not only did I enjoy the poseidon adventure, and of course the music, but was harassed on a poseidon website so i created one on yahoo groups titled anti-poseidon which tells what happened, thank you
Sam Schildkraut <anti-poseidon@yahoogroups.com>
Fort Worth, TX USA - Saturday, January 27, 2007 at 23:30:53 (EST)
I had the distinct privilege and pleasure of attending your performance at the Columbia Theater in Hammond, LA.There are simply not enough superlatives to describe how magnificent you are. This is the 4th time I've seen you live, and each time I am blown away by your talent.Without question, you are the finest vocalist on this planet.Jeff Harris was absolutely amazing-what a wonderful musician.Also, thank you for keeping this neck of the woods in your travels.Wishing you many more years of success-you are the best!!!
Ron Wheat <wheatron@eatel.net>
Praireiville, LA USA - Saturday, January 27, 2007 at 07:58:52 (EST)
We had the great fortune to hear MAureen sing the Richard Rogers songbook with the Baltimore Symphony on Sunday, January 21st. We have been going to broadway shows for over 50 years and have attended numerous other musical events, but none more enjoyable that Sunday's concert. We could have stayed and listened for hours. It was a cold and snowy day in Baltimore, but there was a lot of warmth in Myerhoff Hall that day. Thanks again for a wonderful treat.
Carolyn and Beryl Rosenstein <cystic1@aol.com>
Baltimore, MD USA - Tuesday, January 23, 2007 at 20:04:37 (EST)
I've been a fan since the days when Maureen sang "The Morning After". But I never really listened closely and became a groupie until about ten years ago when someone gave me a copy of "Another Woman In Love". Her voice and her choice of material had really matured and she was now one of the finest voices around. But I never had a chance to see her live until last week at the Kennedy Center. She performed an all Richard Rogers show with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. The occasion was a birthday present for a friend and we had front row center seats. She made each and every song her own, but the real treat was when she performed seveal songs acappello. She sang "My Funny Vaentine" without musical accompanyment and without amplification. Strathmore Hall has fantastic acoustics but you could literally hear a pin drop and the performance gave me chills. Just amazing. There is a reason that most performers would not have the courage or stupidity to try something similar--they are just not in her league. Thank you, Maureen for a truely memorable evening. Now I bought a ticket to see you again in a few weeks at the Barns at Wolftrap. There will be no orchestra this time and I'm expecting another unforgettable performance.
Terry Hanlen <terryh203@aol.com>
Takoma Park, MD USA - Monday, January 22, 2007 at 13:19:24 (EST)
after all these years as a musician and jazz fan, I can't believe that I've never listened to you... until today. 'naughty baby' just floored me - all those years wasted. only Ireland could produce the finest artist of the voice I've ever heard. (jay leonhard on bass was great, too) can't get 'by strauss' out of my head.
adrian steeves <adriansteeves@hotmail.com>
ottawa, on canada - Thursday, January 18, 2007 at 11:00:08 (EST)
Hey Maureen, I'm trying to figure out if I worked with you years back. Did you ever work at the Waltham Reagle Players in Boston playing Marian in Music Man? This would be around '94, '95. Drop me a line if you have a chance. I would love to know if it was you I, indeed, worked with. Thanks, Erin www.erinmaguire.com
Erin Maguire <ecmaguire@gmail.com>
Brooklyn, NY USA - Friday, January 12, 2007 at 10:27:32 (EST)
Dear Maureen, Wow! Congrats on the "Nightlife Legend Award". No one deserves it more. You have been a steady force in music for so many years. Your voice is such a rich instrument, I get chills when I hear you and a wonderful feeling of comfort. You have enriched my life and the life of fans around the world. We will all agree that you absolutely do have THE "Stradivarius Voice" and what a gift to have and share with the world. God Bless you, and may you continue to thrill all who hear you. Congratulations!
musiclover <musiclover@kaxy>
USA - Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at 00:29:50 (EST)
CONGRATULATIONS. You are a legend, I always knew that, but today it was verified. Congratulations, today you were selected to receive the Legend Award for the NIGHTLIFE AWARDS. These awards are presented with no presentation speeches. I look forward to this years presentation when you receive this award.... Well deserved. Maryann
Maryann Lopinto <maryannlopinto@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Wednesday, January 10, 2007 at 00:27:36 (EST)
Hi Maureen, I remember going off to school in Guyana and hearing The Morning After and I won't last a day without you on the radio. I live in the UK now and those songs still bring a tear to my eyes. What a remarkable rendition.I would love to meet you should you come to the UK. My compliments to a remarkabe performer and an equally remarkable voice...God Bless
Leon Gopaul <lgopaul@toucansurf.com>
Milton Keynes, uk - Sunday, January 07, 2007 at 05:40:55 (EST)
Dear Maureen, I just had to write to you first of all to say you've got the voice of an angel. I put through a hard New Year's Day, as a cloistered darling nun whom I've known since I was 4 yrs old passed away. While grieving and feeling so lost and alone, I turned on the TV set to a station I don't even remember and here you were singing "Days of Plenty" and also Amazing Grace. It seemed as if you were talking to my soul and shortly after your songs were through, the Mother Superior called me to see if I was doing all right and I told her about you and what had happened. She said that she thought it was a way of connecting to Sister Theresa and she was so happy that I saw and heard you. Ever since this happened I have been reading more about you and when I saw the picture of you singing to the Boxer and also your love of animals, I felt as if I was totally connected to you, plus your compassion for people. I truly admire you so much and I hope that some day you will come to Beaverton or Portland Oregon. I would even cook you up your favorite meal if you came to my little apt. to visit me and my little West Highland Terrier. What a dream that would be!!! I'm so glad too that I have the opportunity to tell you this story, as I seemed to feel close to you just hearing your voice and naturally learning more about your life. God Bless you for all you do. I bought some of your CD's and plan to buy more. You are an unusual performer, as you truly give your heart to so many. Thank you for easing the pain when I was hurting so the other night. You were a gift from Heaven! Stay well and I hope that I can see you on TV again or that you will perform in Portland Oregon. Love and Prayers to a special woman, Maggie & little Westie Megan
Margaret M. Welch <mmwelch1@Prodigy.net>
Beaverton, Or USA - Friday, January 05, 2007 at 04:22:26 (EST)
Hi Maureen, Thank you for the beautiful music. I heard a recording of you singing "Auld Lang Syne" on the radio today (Jonathon Schwartz show). It really touched my heart. Which cd is it on? Will it be on a future cd? Thanks and have a great 2007...Will Elliott
Will <williott2003@yahoo.com>
Asbury Park, NJ USA - Sunday, December 31, 2006 at 20:42:09 (EST)
You really sings for life... visiting your page makes my spirit grow up ... sorry my english ... Love , Victor
Victor Malasquez <vitucho63@hotmail.com>
Lima, Peru - Sunday, December 24, 2006 at 03:05:02 (EST)
I attended the Candlelight Processional show in Walt Disney World on December 14th (in the rain!) Your reading of the Chrismas story was just wonderful and the choir and orchestra were also great. I will never forget this magical night.
Kathleen McNabb <kjm3457@aol.com>
Granada Hills, CA USA - Monday, December 18, 2006 at 23:34:49 (EST)
I just talked to my son Sam who was with you at Epcot. He really enjoyed you. I have been a fan for years. So good to hear you did such a great job with the reading at Epcot. Take care and God Bless.
Judy Loomis <judyloomis@hotmail.com>
Surprise, Az USA - Friday, December 15, 2006 at 21:47:59 (EST)
******************************THANK YOU AGAIN, MISS McGOVERN****************************** We attended the EPCOT "Christmas Candlelight" Performance and appreciate so much your interpretation of 'The Greatest Story Ever Told'. Each word, just as when you sing, was heartfelt and delivered with the dignity that the text deserved. God Bless You, Don --- See my post re: your concert in Palm Beach Gardens - Merry Christmas
Don Schafhauser <orlandodon@cfl.rr.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Friday, December 15, 2006 at 14:43:58 (EST)
I just got my 'Maureen CD collection' nearly caught up after putting it off for too many years. Heard WITH A SONG IN MY HEART for the first time two days ago and it was worth the purchase price for your singing of "Hello Young Lovers" alone. The be all and end all interpretation, hands down. My husband and I had the privilege of seeing you at a concert in South Park (PGH) a few years ago and it is one of the special memories of my life. Any chance you'll be recording a DVD of a concert sometime?
Karen S
Bethel Park, PA USA - Monday, December 11, 2006 at 16:45:10 (EST)
The Christmas with M M is my favorite one of Christmas; it is the one played first each year to "signal" the beginning of Christmas season. A wonderful blend of music and sung like an angel.Reissue it - how could it go out of print? Margo and Joe Eremus
Margo Eremus <m.eremus@verizon.net>
Bryn Mawr, PA USA - Sunday, December 10, 2006 at 13:11:10 (EST)
Hi Miss McGovern, We had the extreme pleasure of hearing your concert in Palm Beach on Nov 17 - I published the following on our blog http://donandbe1.blogspot.com Hope you enjoy ...... Don Shortly after we moved into our home in 1984, I was blessed with a case of insomnia (just like right now) and began surfing the channels. I came upon the annual Jerry Lewis Telethon and heard the most remarkable singing I'd ever heard. This gorgeous woman, with a voice like light in crystal, was singing an incredible jazz arrangement of "Tiptoe Trough the Tulips" and my ears couldn't believe themselves. The next morning I told Be about my discovery - "....and do you know who she was? I'll give you a hint .... (singing) ..... there's got to be a morning after, if we can hold on through the night ...... Maureen McGovern! The gal who sang the Poseidon Adventure song!" At the time, I was singing with an acapella group at Disney, so I was way into exploring new singers amd expanding my CD collection with fine music. This past Friday, we had the opportunity to hear this outstanding talent accompanied by piano, bass, drums and pops orchestra . We sat transfixed as she worked through Gershwin, Rogers, Hart, Hammerstein & Arlen, her multi-octave range in amazing form. At one point, she began scatting with one of the sax players, singing at lightening speed, duplicating and harmonizing, making my jaw drop into my lap. I listened closely, and she hit every note pitch perfect. I even got verclempt several times during the 90 minute set - especially as she interpreted "Over the Rainbow". Miss McGovern began the song on mic, stood up from her stool, held the mic behind her back, walked to the front of the stage and filled the auditorium with pure music - acapella! No sound reinforcement! The woman was in control no doubt! We were rehearsing the music for our church's christmas cantata on the way home (a 2 hour drive to Palm Beach) and had to laugh at ourselves as we sounded like geese in comparison. We will hear Maureen McGovern again next month, but alas, she won't be singing - she is the narrator for 3 nights at the "Christmas Candlelight Processional" at Disney's EPCOT Center. We'll reflect back on last Friday's concert and imagine her singing the script .....
Don Schafhauser <orlandodon@cfl.rr.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:15:24 (EST)
I just love all her songs , I have the "Academy Award Performance Album.Dating back to 1975. I would love to get a DVD of her inconcert, are there any availble
Clive Bain <niabc@iinet.net.au>
Hocking, WA Australia - Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 01:17:22 (EST)
Help me please find a movie theme song I heard yesterday on an hbo movie,don't know movie name,came in late,slow lovely love song I've never heard before,not one of the disaster movie themes,but it definately made the end of the movie.email me ONEILL1@aol.com,I've search thru most cds for sale onthe internet and no bell rang...HELP and Thanks
barbara neal <oneill1@aol.com>
USA - Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 01:00:19 (EST)
Maureen you have a beautiful voice and when are you coming too Australia?I love the songs "the morning after and we may never love like this again" i think you are a fabulous singer.
mrs marlene miller <marlenemiller@optusnet.com.au>
Sydney, n. Australia - Monday, November 13, 2006 at 22:06:53 (EST)
Hi Maureen, I am one of the lucky ones that saw your concert in Punta Gorda this weekend. It was a thrill to see and meet you. Your voice has not lost it's luster and you are as beautiful as ever. I loved you show. God Bless you. I hope you come back to Southwest Florida soon. Liz
Liz <LIZ@kaxy.com>
Port Charlotte, FL USA - Monday, November 13, 2006 at 14:32:28 (EST)
Thank you so much for a most memorable evening. I enjoyed every note. Max and Sarah are overjoyed by the fact that they will be receiving two new CD's in addition to your Gershwin which they already own. PLEASE COME BACK SOON!!! Danne Varel
Danne Varel <dannelvarel@hotmail.com>
Punta Gorda, FL USA - Sunday, November 12, 2006 at 22:11:51 (EST)
I have heard your songs for years and didn't know who you were until November 2, 2006. I have been a fan for years and so has my mom. My favorite song of yours is "The Morning After". Thank you for your music.
Landraha Carter <landy1120@Yahoo.com>
Thomasville, GA USA - Monday, November 06, 2006 at 10:27:29 (EST)
I Hello Maureen, I was in fourth grade ,and I was hooked on your voice since I heard the opening theme from the t.v. show Angie. I am now 38 and you amaze me with your vocal talents, and wanted to know if you ever tour here in New Mexico? I would love to see you in concert? I just bought the soundtrack for "little women" and it is wonderful. Keep up the good work and may God bless you ! Thank you , Ron Holsapple
Ron Holsapple <ronhnm@yahoo.com>
Las Cruces, NM USA - Thursday, November 02, 2006 at 20:51:46 (EST)
Hello Ms. McGovern! My name is Liz Rubino, and I am a performer from Youngstown, but currently working in Equity theater in Cleveland. I have been studying with Jeffrey Saver (MD "Chicago"-Broadway), for the last few months, and plan to get into the audition scene in NYC after my degree. I am 26. It is sometimes a rare occasion, that we become inspired in our lives so deeply, and following your career has been one of those times. I had a coach say to me once, Liz, if you feel so connected to what another performer is doing, you should strive to follow in their footsteps. I have always remembered that advice. I wanted to thank you for being an incredible role model, and I think you are absolutely stunning. My website, www.lizrubino.com has some info about me, and also some media clips from a recent demo. I would love your advice-shoudl you find yourself bored-HA! I am currently in the process of recording a earl jazz/broadway/torch song album that I hope to be finished with by February 07. You have inspired a great deal of that. My best to you always, and again, thank you for being everything a person can look up to. Musically yours, Liz Rubino
Liz Rubino <liz@lizrubino.com>
Youngtown, OH USA - Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 16:43:34 (EST)
My cousin maureen Gannon Mc govern came to Maryland ,usa from roscommon Ireland in 1951. She lived with us for 1 year. I was in 8th grade at the time. You look so much like one of my Aunts and even of myself when I was younger I'm wondering if we could be related. I lost touch with Maureen after she left us in 1952. this is probably a wild goose chase but if you have any info at all I would appreciate hearing from you. I have always enjoyed hearing your beautiful voice. Thanks
Judy cunniff <jacunniff@yahoo.com>
mountain view, ca USA - Tuesday, October 17, 2006 at 20:22:52 (EDT)
I've bee a fan for years. I am father-in-law of Colleen McNally Harris, sister of your friend Barry McNally. MORNING AFTER
Ray Harris <Spedeeray@earthlink,net>
Girard, OH USA - Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 14:30:05 (EDT)
Last enty is not the sort of trash we want to see on Maureen's Guest Book. Can it be policed, it does not reflect Maureen's quality of life's work. I do not need my e-mail entered on the Guest Book page, but Maureen is a very busy and positive woman whom can not watch her back at all times. This is just not the kind of thing on which she would be wasting her time. There are enough places to e-mail trash......... please use this space to enter your love of Maureen. Thank You.
Dianne <debsmailbox2@cs.com>
Perry, Ga USA - Thursday, October 05, 2006 at 08:40:26 (EDT)
NOTE: Thank you Dianne for your concern over inappropriate email dropped on Maureen's Guestbook. We have taken steps to eliminate as much trash as possible but some determined people still find a way to breach our efforts. We keep an eye on the guestbook and remove an offensive entry as soon as we spot one.

Hi Maureen, My husband has surprised me with tickets to your show at the Tilles Center. I have been a long time fan of yours and am looking forward to seeing you and hearing your wonderful voice in person. Gloria
Gloria
Long Island, NY USA - Thursday, September 28, 2006 at 09:39:32 (EDT)
Maureen, I heard you on the telethon with the band,doing a up tempo thing, scatting with the soloists, then doing the lead trumpet part along with the band. It was really great and totally knocked me out. What was the name of it and has it been recorded? I would love to be able to get it. I'm a retired professional trumpet player, now 70 years old. Thank You, Keep swinging, Garry Schauer
Garry Schauer <gschauer1@charter.net>
Brookings, OR USA - Sunday, September 10, 2006 at 21:01:33 (EDT)
Maureen, as a professional performer (albeit in a different field) I wondered if you had any plans to come back to England for any performances in the not too distant future? I personally adore your voice, the diction the clarity and the quality. When you perform a jaz number it's just the best! May I just wish you well. Sincerely, Gerry Cannell. At the moment I am appearing as Jerry Lewis in a show called "The Rat Pack Live" over here. I do the voice of my hero, and indeed have done so for over forty years! I can be heard "as Jerry" on our website: www.ratpacktribute.net
Gerry Cannell <gerry@voicecannell.plus.com>
Burton On Trent, St United Kingdom - Sunday, September 03, 2006 at 07:50:58 (EDT)
Hi Maureen, Looking forward to seeing/hearing you on the MDA Telethon. Thank you for all the good works you have done for MDA. You are my favorite performer, a wonderful actress/singer. God Bless You. Never stop singing. Diana
Diana <DMZ23@cox.net>
Pasadena, CA USA - Friday, September 01, 2006 at 16:21:52 (EDT)
Hi, Maureen: I have been a fan since 1978, when you were in Viña del Mar Festival. I feel really lucky hearing your wonderful voice, but your records are not available in my contry. Please,¿How can I do in order to buy your CDs?.
Eugenio Ruiz Dreyse <ruiz_eugenio@hotmail.com>
Santiago , Chile - Sunday, August 20, 2006 at 00:35:21 (EDT)
Here I am listening to all your albums on Yahoo Music, reading your bio on your website and totally impressed with your talent and career. And how did I get so interested in your music? I saw you in Little Women last night in Portland. You were great as was the entire cast. I thoroughly enjoyed the show. God bless you.
Patti <elchante@yahoo.com>
Portland, OR USA - Saturday, August 19, 2006 at 23:49:41 (EDT)
Maureen, you and I were not friends as kids in Youngstown, but we were in the same choir at St. Dominic's with Sister Celine. You were either a year or two ahead of me and in the same class as one of my cousins, either Joyce or Judy Zyznar. I wanted you to know that I had the inestimable pleasure of seeing you as Marmee in Little Women last evening at the Pantages, and your performance was amazing. Thank you for continuing to share your gift with all of us. All the best, Fran A
Frances (wozniak) Bennett <FBennGG@sbcglobal.net>
Garden Grove, CA USA - Thursday, August 10, 2006 at 19:52:26 (EDT)
I saw you this weekend in L.A. at the matinee of Little Women. I live in AZ and it was a very fast (and expensive) trip for me to make. Hearing you sing was worth every cent. Your voice is beautiful and rich and it was a true pleasure to hear your talent. Thank you for sharing it with me and all who attended!
Tara LaRue <LaRueski@gmail.com>
Gilbert, AZ USA - Monday, August 07, 2006 at 13:14:47 (EDT)
I'll be coming to Little women in Portland. Hope to talk if any time you busy lady. Way to go chicken lips. Chris
Chris Schroeder-Fain <csfain@bencable.com>
Bend, Or USA - Monday, August 07, 2006 at 01:36:31 (EDT)
Looking forward to seeing you in your production this weekend at the Pantages Hollywood. Great ending to a great season. Thank you.
Kirk Hartley <kirkhartley@sbcglobal.net>
Palmdale, CA USA - Friday, August 04, 2006 at 01:58:29 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, It was such a pleasure to tour Ten Chimneys with you and your group. As I mentioned, I had first seen you in 1981 and it was a memorable evening then. Thank you for making it possible for Kathleen and I to see " Little Women" in Milwaukee. We enjoyed the show, the wonderful seats, and just listening to all that talent. I am going out to get your new CD to add to my collection of unforgettable Maureen McGovern songs. Thank you for adding so much beauty to my life. Jo Balistreri
Jo Balistreri <joeybfl@earthlink.net>
Waukesha, WI USA - Monday, July 31, 2006 at 18:44:25 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, My name is Rachael Rogers. I am 9 years old.I heard your song "the Morning After" and loved it. I am a singer and i love singing that song. I hope to hear back from you with any advice you may have to reach my dream.I take piano lesson and hope to write and perform my own songs one day. thank you for reading this,your fan Rachael
Rachael <Paramed4Life@AOL.com>
Houma, LA USA - Saturday, July 29, 2006 at 22:58:12 (EDT)
DEAR MAUREEN, THANK YOU FOR ALL THE JOY YOU HAVE BROUGHT INTO OUR LIVES, I WAS IN CLEVELAND"PALACE THEATER" WHAT WONDERFUL AND BEAUTIFUL VOICE, MY HOME WAS WARREN, OHIO UNTIL I MOVED AND RETIRED TO NAPLES ,FL. MY FRIEND MARY JO BALISTERE FROM WAUKESHA, WI. WAS THE TOUR GUIDE YESTERDAY 7/28/06 AT "TEN CHIMNEY", SHE INFORMED ME THAT YOU WERE IN THE GROUP, SHE WAS SO DELIGHTED TO SPEAK TO YOU. I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR ALL THAT YOU DO FOR THE "MS" PEOPLE AND OTHER GROUPS. I ADORE YOUR BEAUTIFUL VOICE, DON'T STOP, WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR AND SEE YOU AT THE "NAPLES PHILHARMONIC" IN NAPLES ,FL. FRANCIS NATOLI
FRANCIS NATOLI <FRANCISNAT@AOL.COM>
NAPLES, FL USA - Saturday, July 29, 2006 at 14:35:40 (EDT)
Wishing you a very Happy Birthday, Maureen! Jo
Jo Gayle <jgayle@awb.us>
Chicago, IL USA - Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 22:36:53 (EDT)
Happy Birthday, dear Maureen: May life fill your soul with song and your heart with happiness on your birthday and all through a wonderful year. Keeping you in my prayers, Ellen Wright
Ellen Wright <lyrelsgirl@hotmail.com>
Thompson, OH USA - Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 13:09:59 (EDT)
Birthday Greetings, Maureen! Haven't written in a long time so I thought I would do so on this special day. Thanks for all the years of wonderful music. Enjoy! Bill
Bill Phelps <billbud4@aol.com>
Pittsburgh, PA USA - Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 11:17:23 (EDT)
Happy birthday from Linda and Michael Hampton
Michael Hampton <mrhampt@sbcglobal.net>
Grand Rapids , MI USA - Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 09:15:04 (EDT)
A very Happy Birthday, Beautiful Day and hope it will be the best ever. With hugs and all. Maryann
Maryann <maryannlopinto@aol.com>
New York, NY USA - Thursday, July 27, 2006 at 00:23:10 (EDT)
Happy Birthday to you!!
Anna <anamoony@yahoo.com.tw>
Taichung, Taiwan - Wednesday, July 26, 2006 at 23:33:31 (EDT)
Maureen: I have been a fan of yours for years and I loved the movie The Earthling, but I loved the theme song that you sang "Halfway Home". Thank you for finally releasing it. What took you so long? Also I remember a song that you released and I can't remember the name of it. Something about sandcastles, or sand, etc. Can you help? Thanks again.
Cecile <soarhi721@netscape.net>
SMITHFIELD, VA USA - Sunday, July 16, 2006 at 22:18:43 (EDT)
Hello Maureen! I'm not sure if you remember me from the early 70's. I was Program Director of WHIZ Zanesville, Ohio and we used to do a lot of interviews. I see you are here at the Kennedy Center and would love to talk to you again! You have a great website! Dave Crist
Dave Crist <crist@voanews.com>
Washington, DC USA - Friday, July 14, 2006 at 11:50:59 (EDT)
Hi Maureen- I love your voice. I loved the song THE MORNING AFTER, since I was a kid. I never HAVE seen you playing Marmie March,in LITTLE WOMEN.But every time I hear THE MORNING AFTER-like this morning on the radio, I see you AS Marmie, singing that song to the girls.Bye for now.
Vicki Boston <TonyTheatre@yahoo.com>
Tucson, Az USA - Wednesday, July 12, 2006 at 16:25:35 (EDT)
Maureen, I was fortunate enough to meet you at the lunchtime look-in for little women in Washington D.C.about a week ago. I really enjoyed you in Little Women and I wish you all the best for the rest of your sucessful career.
Ashleigh M.
Stafford, VA USA - Monday, July 10, 2006 at 12:38:36 (EDT)
You are marvalous in "Little Women." Looking forward to you on Broadway again very soon. The next time, hopefully, you will have a LOT more than two songs to sing. God Bless You with continued success. Pat
Patrick <PAT33@aol.com>
NYC, USA - Sunday, July 09, 2006 at 13:16:05 (EDT)
just a comment to the previous post .. yvonne .. the movie you are talking about is the last comedy that natalie wood made before going to make brainstorm and then, she suddently drowned in pasadena .. movie was called .. the last married couple in america .. not sure if you can find it on dvd yet but maybe on vhs somewhere .. been after maureen for years to try get someone to help her release all the songs she did for movies and tv films and even some of her B sides of her singles that didnt make either .. wish there was a way we could dig those up in the archives somewhere :) maureen also did a great job on a theme for a tv movie called having babies where the song was called paper bridges ..
tim culbertson <tjcubby@swbell.net>
dallas, tx USA - Wednesday, June 28, 2006 at 16:10:15 (EDT)
Dear Ms. McGovern: Quite some time ago, I remember watching a movie (I wish I could remember the title of it!) and at the end, during the credits, you were singing a song which I'm sure was titled "We Could Have Had It All". I am a very big fan of yours and have several of your CD's. However, I have never found this song on any of your CD's. And, in serching the internet, I cannot find any record of it sung by you or any other artist. If you could assist me in my quest, I would be very grateful!
Yvonne Johansen <reylj@comcast.net>
San Ramon, CA USA - Monday, June 26, 2006 at 15:07:21 (EDT)
I realise you have little connection with the UK. I bought your Academy Award long player many years ago. I did like The McGovern Sisters -Lullaby of Broadway - Sixties Magic. Whilst I thought you were quite attractive back in the Sixties the transformation to the beautiful woman portrayed in your photos is amazing. You are in the Maureen O'Hara class for looks. Or is she in the Maureen McGovern league? There is a great Irish singer called Mary Black who would grace your concerts. Having read your guest book entries I wonder how you treat such adulation. Best Wishes Brian Campbell
Brian Campbell <bboru88@aol.com>
Solihull, UK - Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 19:35:31 (EDT)
Huge fan from the begining. Although it is not always easy to buy recordings in Australia... thank the lord for the internet. When will you re-release " Where Ever Love takes Me" from the Gold STrack. This more than anything else made me love your voice, and kept me a loyal fan. Would love to be able to purchase that on CD, or reworked to modern standards. Thanks for all the joy and pleasure you continue to give, after all this time. Cheers R
Roger Croyden <jetz787@hotmail.com>
Sydney, ns Australia - Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 08:56:18 (EDT)
I first saw you in Warwick, RI in a theater in the round and I fell in love with you and your voice and have been a fan ever since. I always watch the MD Telethon and you are the highlight of that. I used to sing in a Sweet Adeline chorus, The Channelaire Chorus in Oxnard, California. If you want to see what they look like go to Channelaire.org
Barbara Houle <barbhoule@msn.com>
Antigo, WI USA - Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 20:04:00 (EDT)
Maureen, I first saw you in Little Women at the Aronoff in Cinci last weekend. I didn't know who you were before then, but once i heard you sing "Here Alone" i fell in love. I am an Mezzo Alto and i have been taking voice lessons for the past 4 or 5 years. And i just don't hear a lot of alto voices in today's brodway and famous singers. I love your voice and i am now getting one of your cds. But your songs "Here Alone" and especially "Days of Plenty" have given me two wonderful songs in my range to sing for auditions and just for pure enjoyment. You have relit the fire within me and i am now more confident as ever before to not lose hope and to keep my dream of becoming a singer a live. Thank you!!
Stephanie <stephanier@fuse.net>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 12:14:39 (EDT)
You are my favorite singer I think and have been for some time. I am singer...I have an original (religious) and a cd of standards on amazon and cdbaby. I am therapist by day. You use your God given gift so very well...my favorite is the Bergman cd The Music Never Ends....and your Interpretation of Weil's My Ship is inspiring. You and Rosemary Clooney were about the only famous people I ever thought I 'd like to meet...could be because you have such irish names and faces I guess I thought you' d be not that affected...I missed Rosemary I am afraid...but she is with all of us in spirit and music. Be well. Thank you for the music.Margaret Fennell Flynn of Troy New York
margaret fennell flynn <fennellflynn@earthlink.net>
Troy, NY USA - Sunday, June 18, 2006 at 17:10:47 (EDT)
Ms. McGovern: I have tickets to the Broadway Series here in Cincinnati. The last musical in our series for the 2006 season was Little Women. It was fabulous. YOU were fabulous. Looking forward to your return to the Aronoff Center. Don't make us wait too long.
Elizabeth Glandorf <gemb4@fuse.net>
Cincinnati, OH USA - Sunday, June 18, 2006 at 14:11:43 (EDT)
Had the pleasure of seeing you in "Little Woman" this evening and your performance was so wonderful! I became emotional when you sang the song after Beth's death! Just stupendous! Thank you.
Dianna Steinbach <mrssteinbach@insightbb.com>
Burlington, KY USA - Friday, June 16, 2006 at 00:41:55 (EDT)
I love its album Sings Gershwin. Success always!
Luciana Pereira <lu.nana@ig.com.br>
São Paulo, SP BRASIL - Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 19:08:01 (EDT)
When will you be back in NY? Club? Concert?
Bob Cosenza <rcosenza1@nyc.rr.com>
New York, NY USA - Tuesday, June 13, 2006 at 12:26:03 (EDT)
I'd still like to know if the Stars and Stripes Forever is on one of her recordings. Please say it is!
Carol <clewey@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, June 12, 2006 at 17:06:22 (EDT) Is Maureen's version of Stars and Stripes Forever on cd? I'd love to have this; it's AMAZING!
Carol
USA - Friday, June 09, 2006 at 16:02:13 (EDT)
I first heard the towering inferno song when I was very young and the poseidon adveture song. I had no idea you had sung both songs untill an hour ago. I must say from a guys point of view I did jump a mile, both songs are the most beautifull songs iv ever heard and both make me feel there are beautufull things in the world after all. Im dieing to listen to your other songs. Please keep singing.
David <normdav7@aol.com>
uk - Sunday, June 04, 2006 at 12:12:12 (EDT)
yo diva maureen its tim again, hope u read this sometime soon because no sooner i put the previous post from work i was on my lunch who do i run into at the museum is michael who played john booke with u in little women here in dallas and told him how much i enjoyed the show and told him to tell u hi from me tim in missouri but u will remember our story i told about :) anyway, continued much success with the tour and come back to dallas again for a concert and i will try somehow somewhere to meet u
tim culbertson <tjcubby@swbell.net>
dallas, tx USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 22:16:29 (EDT)
Saw you yesterday when you came in my work to tour the 6th floor museum, I was the guy who gave and returned the audio to. I am also one of ur biggest fans in Dallas, I see you everytime you are in town almost, have all ur albums, cds, everything from you under the sun, was going to introduce myself but we have a thing at the museum we can't approach celebrities and hound them for autographs etc .. even you are as gracious to your adoring fans .. you were simply divine and to end the day, I used my season ticket at the summer musicals to see your performance as Marme in Little women .. u were perfectly suited for that and of course, your chemistry with the four sisters was indeed right on and the solos you sang were just great ... days of plenty should be a classic :) its still too bad we never got to meet after all these years because i chatted with you once when you did an oniline chat thing when re released music never ends and a friend from kcmo gave me my first ever cd which was ur xmas one and had you sign it many moons ago when you were there for a concert. thanks again for spreading your voice to so many fans all over the world and making my day yesterday.
Tim Culbertson <tjcubby@swbell.net>
Dallas, tx USA - Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 13:59:30 (EDT)
I wanted to write to you to tell you what a fan I am. I have been following your career for some time and enjoy your personality and contribution to society. Beyond complimenting you I am also writing to ask you a question. I was wondering if there is a possibility that I could get your autograph? I will send you a S.A.S.E. if you would be so kind as to reply with you address. Thank you and God Bless. Sincerely, Mike Jeknavorian
mike jeknavorian <mtj20@hotmail.com>
tampa, fl USA - Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 10:29:20 (EDT)
Dear Maureen, I've been a fan since your first single, and just recently bought your Bergman CD. It's fabulous! Your version of "Ordinary Miracles", always a favorite, is just inspiring. For the past three years, we've given a CD as a Holiday gift to our customers. The first year was "Keely Sings Sinatra", Keely Smith's superb CD. In each of the last two years, we gave a Tierney Sutton CD, and gave Miss Sutton a list of customer names. She was kind enough to sign each CD. This year, I'd like to give your Bergman CD (The Music Never Ends). We would buy about 180 - writer's cramp for sure - but I'm hoping you'll be gracious enough to sign them. The cover letter that I send with each CD talks about why we chose that CD, the artist, and upcoming appearances. You would sign each one. "To NAME", and then your signature. If you are interested working with us, please contact me by email or phone. I'd really like our customers to experience this great CD.I'm estimating the total number of CDs we would purchase at 180-200. Warmest regards, Ken Greenberg Executive Vice President Austin & Williams Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations
Ken Greenberg <ken@austin-williams.com>
Hauppauge, NY US - Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 07:56:38 (EDT)
Hello Maureen I am your 2nd cousin. My grandmother was Elizabeth McGovern married to Frank O!Donnell. My sister, daughter and I have tickets for Little Women June 18 @1pm in Cincinnati. Would love to finally meet you! My Aunt Betty O'Donnell Sunshein told me she saw you perform whenever you were in Dayton or Cinti. but never tried to see you. She also was a great fan and loved your singing also. I hope that we'll be able to get acquainted. See you soon. Sincerely, Nancy
Nancy O"Donnell Lauterwasser <ealafl@yahoo.com>
Ludlow, Ky USA - Friday, May 26, 2006 at 16:49:49 (EDT)
I started following your career after you came to Xenia to give a performance after the tornado. I really appreciate your doing that benefit performance. I have enjoyed your music. Keep up the good work.
Richard Middleton <middletonrs@aol.com>
Xenia, OH USA - Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at 21:44:56 (EDT)
Maureen soy un admirador tuyo tienes una hermosa voz quisiera obtener algun Compact Disc aqui en Peru pero es imposible. Gracias por regalar a la humanidad tan maravillosa voz. Muy Atentamente Fermin Navarro
(Translation: Maureen I am an admirer yours you have a beautiful voice wanted to obtain some Compact Disc in Peru here but it is impossible. Thanks to give the humanity so wonderful voice. Very Kindly Fermin Navarro)
Fermin Navarro <fnavarro@pronaa.gob.pe>
Lima, PERU - Monday, May 22, 2006 at 13:58:43 (EDT)
Hello Maureen, Saw Little Women on Tuesday night - - -what can I say? You were superb, as usual. I loved your fingernails, by the way!!! It was a real disappointment not to be able to say hello.I hope you had a wonderful time with your family. God Bless. Still your most devoted fan - - -Ellen
Ellen Wright <lyrelsgirl@hotmail.com>
Thompson, OH USA - Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 19:28:47 (EDT)
The Morning After, I was the picture in the movie house.My mother saw The Queen Mary being built in Glasgow, and was at the Launching of the Oceanliner and saw Queen Mary Launch it sideways into the clyde river. Pleas sing songs by greshiwn Please take care.My family goes back to 1610 in scotland I think Sheeann Easton is in our family tree. Please take care David Easton
David W. A. Easton <eo903@ncf.carleton.ca>
Ottawa, On Canada - Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 04:17:09 (EDT)
Been a fan for 40 year. Maureen you are a cracker. You made a great compilation amongst which was The McGovern Sisters - a Gem amongst many great songs.
Brian Campbell <Bboru88@aol.com>
Solihull, UK - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 19:56:45 (EDT)
We saw the Little Women play tonight at the Palace Theater in Cleveland. It was mavelous and I was happy to hear your voice again...Peggy
Peggy Recker <pegrckr@yahoo.com>
Independence, OH USA - Friday, May 19, 2006 at 00:21:35 (EDT)
You will never know how much your artistry has brought enjoyment to myself and members of my family. A favorite among many: "I'll Be Seeing You". I have been a fan from the instant I heard the first note and will continue to be until the end of my time. Bravo, Maureen, you have used your talent to the fullest and we, your listeners, have been the grateful beneficiaries. Ed du Pont
E. Edwin du Pont <busbyii@verizon.net>
Holden, MA USA - Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at 23:43:33 (EDT)
Hi Maureen, I'm so glad Little Women came to Cleveland! My sister and her husband and I are looking forward to seeing the show on Sun. May 21st at 1:00.
Ruth Aplin <raplin@wepl.lib.oh.us>
Concord, Oh USA - Monday, May 15, 2006 at 09:58:26 (EDT)
I've been a fan for 20 years. Saw you last weekend in Little Women and you were as flawless as ever. What a treat!
Marla T <marlat@comcast.net>
Kennett Square, PA USA - Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 22:20:28 (EDT)
I just returned from Philadelphia with my 13 year old daughter,after seeing you in Little Women. Although I have taken her to several musicals and plays in Philly and N.Y. City, my daughter, Nicole, told me that this was the most entertaining show she has been to. Thanks for a great time.
Jim Phillips <blade3207@comcast.net>
Wilmington, de USA - Thursday, May 04, 2006 at 00:16:22 (EDT)
Maureen, My husband and I saw your perfomance tonight at the Merrium in Philadelphia. We had a great time and enjoyed the show. It was a great performance. You and the girls were terrific! Welcome to Philadelphia! What a treat to see you! All the best, Thank you for a wonderful evening! Linda Erlich
Linda Erlich <Ryansmemom@aol.com>
Richboro, PA USA - Wednesday, May 03, 2006 at 00:50:58 (EDT)
Maureen, Welcome to Cleveland-----You will always be my favoite "Star" to sell CD's for. You and your Manager were so lovely to me when you performed at Mentor Performing Arts Center. So down to earth and humble you both were/are. God Bless and Godspeed "CJ"
Carole "CJ" Blake <carole.blake@shell.com>
Mentor, oh USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 14:43:14 (EDT)
Maureen, Thank you so much for signing autographs for my daughter and neice in Birmingham on Saturday. My daughter was excited about telling her teacher where she went. As I told you on Saturday, you have an amazing voice. You could sing Happy Birthday and it would sound amazing. I just wanted to share with you that I came to the show on Friday night with my husband and we both were impressed by you and the rest of the cast as well. However, I must say that I came to the show with a heavy heart. I lost my father to cancer in July of 2005 and this past Sunday he would have been 55 years old. I have found that in the last 9 months that it is always when I least expect it that something or someone comes along to give me new perspective when I am having an emotional day. When I heard you sing "Days of Plenty", I was overcome, but not just by your amazing voice. Those words made me realize, again, that even though my father is not here physically, he is and will always be with me. Thank you for singing such a beautiful song. Kristi P.S. If you are ever in B'ham again and want some feta, we get ours from Nabeil's. It is a Greek restaurant/market in Homewood, AL.
Kristi Rizzo <s_krizzo@yahoo.com>
Birmingham, AL USA - Tuesday, May 02, 2006 at 09:53:23 (EDT)
Our family saw you in Little Women in the Concert Hall in Birmingham, AL. Your voice is wonderful. So pure. After a hard week in the office, the music from the Little Women cast was a nice "refreshment" in the true sense. Keep bringing joy.
David McLain <dmclain@pol.net>
Birmingham, AL USA - Saturday, April 29, 2006 at 12:27:48 (EDT)
i don't know speak english, but i want to tell you , my memories(remembers)of my school,are from the song can't take my eyes off you, ,you sing that song like an angels,why don't exist a extended remix of that song , it's a thing that i ask by my self, but any way i love you send me a mail please i love you from monterrey , mexico
cesar longoria <cesarlongoria6@hotmail.com>
monterrey, nl mexico - Sunday, April 23, 2006 at 06:34:50 (EDT)
I found your music through musictherapy.com. I am extremely interested in intergrating music into the healing process of neurologically impaired. Love your!!
Dee <DeeFStewart@aol.com>
Jackson, GA USA - Friday, April 21, 2006 at 19:52:48 (EDT)
Dear Maureen~ As part of my honors grade in Choir, it is required to write a paper each term about a musical achievment. My choir director gave me your name and I went to work. I was looking at our recent tour of Little Women and to my surprise, I saw you perform at the Fox this Feb. You were amazing! Enjoy the rest of the trip!
Annie Graham
USA - Sunday, April 16, 2006 at 10:34:18 (EDT)
We did a Carnival Cruise once on the Inspiration, Carnival Cruise Line. You were on it with your mother. Never forgot the tour of Puerto Rico. The name of the cruise ship was the Inspiration. Loved the number you did on stage on the tallent night. --a fan and a biker granny, Lois
Lois Simpson <LoisS41729@aol.com>
Woodbridge, VA USA - Saturday, April 15, 2006 at 11:17:58 (EDT)
Maureen, you are so wonderful as Marmee in Little Women. Oh how I enjoyed the play and your very comforting song to Jo, "Days of Plenty" is so powerful me and my friends were all in tears. You voice is magnificent. God Bless you. Keep on singing. Lucy
Lucy <ll334@aol.com>
Washington, DC, USA - Saturday, April 15, 2006 at 10:23:52 (EDT)
You are the best! Thank you!
Jim <jimm0087@yahoo.com>
SLC, UT USA - Saturday, April 08, 2006 at 23:43:07 (EDT)
I have seen your work in "Guys and Dolls" (Las Vegas) and at Aurora University's summer program (Lake Geneva, Wisc) and I must agree that you are a remarkable performer with the most beautiful and rich voice I have ever heard. Keep the music playing. You are fabulous.
Michael Lee <mikelee3d@hotmail.com>
Wheeling, IL USA - Thursday, April 06, 2006 at 13:28:39 (EDT)
Just got home after seeing "LITTLE WOMEN" at Fox Atlanta....it was wonderful and the topper was, after the show you came to the lobby to sign our programs. That was an absolute thrill to see you up close as I was still teary eyed and full of emotion from "Days of Plenty". It was just a thrill, and that was all I could say to you. Thank you, thank you. My daughter and granddaughter were with me and loved "Little Women" as much as I. Your energy is just amazing because after the entire show you ran to the lobby and signed autograghs for quite a while and that was the Saturday Matinee with still the evening proformance to go. Thanks again and Blessings to you as well.
Dianne Scruggs <debsmailbox2@cs.com>
Perry, Ga USA - Saturday, April 01, 2006 at 21:59:35 (EST)
I would like to as if Maureen is the one who sang the love song of "when u look at me as though i'm beautiful could it be that u want me coz' i never think someone like U could love someone like me" please let me know as the song is very meaningful & special to me. thanks
myrna <myrna_xxx@yahoo.co.uk>
Manila, Philippines - Friday, March 31, 2006 at 11:07:41 (EST)
I went to my first play Tuesday night. I brought my wife to The Fox in Atlanta to see Little Women. It was my first time at the Fox also. We had a great time and I was amazed at the theatre and the play. I am now a fan and will bring my wife back for future plays. All of you were great. Thank you for a wonderful experience.
Chris Fontenot <chris@accusystems.com>
Cumming, GA USA - Thursday, March 30, 2006 at 12:45:28 (EST)
Maureen, I heard your rendition of "Climb Ev'ry Mountain/You'll Never Walk Alone" and thought it was amazing. I'm a choral director and I'd love for my students to do a choral arrangement. I do my own arranging, but it'd be easier if there was some sheet music available. I've searched everywhere, is there someplace specific I should look? My studnets love your music and I'm so happy to hear you're in Little Women right now, keep up the good work!
Jennifer Randall <jjrandall@kellerisd.net>
Keller, TX USA - Wednesday, March 29, 2006 at 12:25:37 (EST)
Hi i was browzeing threw the posiden adventure web site and i saw there was a link to your site and i just thought that i would let you know that a while back maybe 10 years ago you was in Atlantic City New Jersey Playing at Resorts International Hotel & Casino and i was your Server that day I worked in the room service area of Resorts. i got your autograph and i still have it today up on my wall so i just had to lettcha know about that
John <sthjrzycub@yahoo.com>
Williamstown, NJ USA - Thursday, March 23, 2006 at 11:55:57 (EST)
Dear Maureen, I am excited to write as we have just received our 4 tickets to Little Women at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, GA on Tuesday, March 28th. My question for you is in regard to my 10 1/2 year old daughter (the oldest of three girls). SaraBeth is about to hand in her 5th grade research paper on the 31st. As you might have guessed, she chose Louisa May Alcott. She has worked extremely hard and seeing the production of Little Women is her reward for doing a great job as well as the celebration of her birthday. I was wondering if it would be possible to obtain back stage passes either before or after the show. I understand you may have restrictions. I just thought I would try. Sara will be 11 on May 9th. This is both a celebration of the completion of a very difficult research paper as well as her birthday present. I just couldn't let this pass without at least trying. Thank you for your consideration! I enjoyed "listening" to your web page:)
Sonna Aldridge <aldr4037@bellsouth.net>
Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, March 22, 2006 at 18:36:26 (EST)
Dear Ms. McGovern, I am the daughter of Mary Vecchione--a classmate of yours from Boardman High. When my sister and I discovered that you are scheduled to star in "Little Women, The Musical" at the Kennedy Center this summer, we immediately bought tickets as a surpise Mother's Day gift for our Mom. I am writing to see if there is any way that we could chat with you for a few minutes either before or after the show? My Mom would get a huge kick out of seeing you. I know you're extremely busy, but if you get a free moment, drop me an email and perhaps we can coordinate something. Thanks!
Katie Balmford <kbalmford@law.gwu.edu>
Washington, DC USA - Tuesday, March 21, 2006 at 14:09:05 (EST)
Been a fan since I was a kid in the 70's. Was too young to buy a copy "The Morning After" which was a favorite but was able to get "Different Worlds" and played it 'till the grooves in the vinyl wore out. Incredible Voice! Guess I should mention that there are some very flattering comments made about you in Helen Reddy's new book that reminded me to look you up. Glad I discovered you again!
Rex Ableman <rexableman@msn.com>
Vancouver, WA USA - Thursday, March 16, 2006 at 01:06:41 (EST)
I have been a fan since the release of "Morning After". Shortly after its release I was booked on a 1000 Islands boat cruise and that was the first song we played as we left the dock. My apologies for the inadequate rendition. Of course, I have several albums and it is impossible to pick a favotite but "Another Woman In Love" seems to get the most play. "I Could Have Been a Sailor" is the highlight for me. The simplicity and purity of one voice and one piano makes for marvellous listening. I was enraptured by the similar performance in the PBS special from Wolf Trap. Both the performance and the performer were gorgeous. Another highlight was getting to see you perform at the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. A magical night to be sure which I hope will be repeated at some time. I will keep checking itineraries and hopefully I will get a chance to see you perform live again soon. I note that many reviewers and fellow artists try to compare your voice to others such as "Julie Andrews in her prime" and Yma Sumac among others. I am afraid they are wrong. With deference to Ms. Andrews who is also a favorite of mine, I know of no other such instrument, female or male. You have heard this before, I am sure, but I just wanted to add my voice to your many admirers.
Barry Greene <scaaty@sympatico.ca>
Prescott, ON Canada - Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at 11:35:58 (EST)
Heard of you as a singer. My mom told me about you a long time ago.
Zeke Smukler <zekesmukler@verizon.net>
Syracuse, NY USA - Wednesday, March 15, 2006 at 10:32:28 (EST)
I've been a fan since the 70's. My girlfriend and I saw you Sat night in Tampa, and your performance brought tears to our eyes! We both lost our Moms this past year, and I just lost my Dad in January. For some reason, hearing your voice has always had the power to knock me back on track. Thank you again for sharing your amazing gift! Please come back again with a concert all your own!!!! patricia
Patricia Rose <patricia.rose@macdill.af.mil>
St. Petersburg, fl USA - Monday, March 13, 2006 at 17:43:05 (EST)
Hey Maureen, I saw you Saturday night in Little Women. I thought you were fabulous. I love the first song you ever did, The Morning After. I have been a fan for a long time. Can you send me an autographed picture?
Sharon Brown <sbbroadway@aol.com>
Tampa, Fl USA - Sunday, March 12, 2006 at 16:55:49 (EST)
Hi Maureen im your # 1 fan in the philippines i really love your songs, songs that come from the abyss of the soul of a person, songs like "we may never love this way again", "the morning after""very special love" " theme from superman" and others i really wish somehow you visit our country for an evening of enchantment , i really would not miss it. hope to hear soon from you--- Take care and God Bless-- chris
christopher B Tia <chris5572tia@yahoo.com>
USA - Sunday, March 12, 2006 at 03:46:20 (EST)
Dear Maureen, You sing like an angel. I was so inspired by your singing of "Days of Plenty." My son died a few years ago and I miss him so much. Your song really gave me a new way of thinking of him. You are wonderful in "Little Women" I am so happy that I drove to Tampa to see it. I love your voice. Never stop singing. Thank you,m Ceil
Ceil <Ceil342@yahoo.com>
Englewood, FL USA - Thursday, March 09, 2006 at 11:33:22 (EST)
Dear Maureen, Sunday we saw Little Women at the Fox and my only complaint is that you did not sing enough songs. Wow, what a beautiful voice you have and truly the greatest in the company. Thank you for sharing your talent with the world and I want you to know that you have another new fan. Patricia
Patricia <PVTstl@aol.com>
Fenton, MO USA - Tuesday, March 07, 2006 at 14:22:19 (EST)
Maureen: I am married to a terrific lady who is somehow related to you. While I am not a huge MMG fan, (no offense), she IS and would love to hear from you. Possible? Her maiden name is RONAN from Ohio. Pam is her name and she is a very giving person that doesnt ask for anything. Unfortunately while she loves family, there is only her mom and sister left. Could you send an email maybe? Thank you so much. Burt Shaw
Burt Shaw <shawbeach@aol.com>
Lake Worth, FL USA - Friday, March 03, 2006 at 15:33:02 (EST)
Dear Maureen, I must say that I really don't have a favorite song because I find myself mesmerized with every song you sing. You have an amazing talent. I also love the charity work you do with music becuase I have such a passion for music and the effect it has on people and the amazing things it can do as far as healing and bringing out the best in people. I had the opportunity to see Little Women in Salt Lake and fell in love with the musical right at the begining. I wish I had taken the opportunity to tell you what a great show it was, but to be completely honest, I froze when you walked right by me and I didn't realize I could get so star struck but I did. And only because I look up to you so much as a person and a performer. To me, you can just feel what an incredible spirit you have and such a class that no one can compare to. I hope that one day, if I ever make it to the Great White Way as a performer that I can even be half the person you are. Thank you so much for all you do and the great example you set for people everywhere. Sincerely, Karolyn
Karolyn <klickard@hotmail.com>
Ammon, Id USA - Friday, March 03, 2006 at 03:55:52 (EST)
Dear Maureen, It was over 20 years ago that I arrived home late at night from a social. As I prepared for bed I turned on the TV to see the closing of a movie called "The Yearling." As I heard your beautiful voice singing "Halfway Home" I was absolutely captivated by your voice and the words of the song. Fortunately, a few days later the movie appeared once again. I taped the movie praying that the music during the credits would record in it's entirety. It did and in fact, I held onto that tape