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Upcoming Concert

You can hear me play on this video, and learn about the performance we'll be giving on November 7 at Lakeview Lutheran Church in Chicago.

Opus Vitae from Paul Hamilton on Vimeo.

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  1. AnonymousOctober 20, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Thank you for posting this Jennet! I am really looking forward to performing the Loeffler again with you and Sharon!!

    You are a superb musician - and any performance with you is always an inspiration - even during a blizzard! :)))

    Cheers,

    Paulie

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  2. JennetOctober 21, 2009 at 11:56 AM

    Thanks, Paul! I love the video and the work you've done, and I can't WAIT to play with you guys again in November!

    Jennet

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  3. PattyOctober 28, 2009 at 12:07 AM

    You sound wonderful! :-)

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  4. JennetOctober 28, 2009 at 9:25 AM

    Thank you!

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