“ Mark Dvorak doesn’t play folk music, he IS folk music,,, "
Kalamazoo Noise
“ Mark Dvorak is a treasure - genuine, talented, truly caring & engaging…”
FARM Conference, Grand Rapids MI
“ WOW! Your presentation was the hit of the conference! Bravo! “
CCHA Conference, Newark NJ
“ Mark Dvorak’s songbook ranges across the American heartland…”
Blue Bear Music School, San Francisco CA
“ Thanks once again for making this year’s Big Muddy Festival one of our best. We’ve heard nothing but rave reviews about your stage set, and your outstanding workshops.”
Big Muddy Folk Festival, Boonville MO
“ Chicago’s official troubadour "
Midnight Special, WFMT 98.7 fm
“ Masterful ” Chicago Tribune
“ Dvorak shines! ” SING OUT!
“ A master musician, storyteller & songwriter ” WKMS, Murray KY
“ Dvorak’s song book ranges across the American heartland ” Blue Bear Music School, San Fancisco CA
“ Funny, passionate, intimate and unforgettable ” Old Town School of Folk Music, Chicago IL
“ Thanks again for a great virtual concert last night…It was fun to see all the banjoes, to hear about their history, and to hear their unique voices. You made the most of an awkward platform with such humor and style… "
Sarah Vessalo, Park Ridge IL Public Library
“ Your new CD is right on target. There are lessons to be learned, more than just music… and the music is beautiful. There is a deep spiritual quality, and we all need uplifting during these times. I believe something really good will come of this… ”
Lovetta & Hugh Stewart, Bartonville IL
“ THANK YOU for the wonderful ZOOM tribute to Pete Seeger for our Lunch & Learn series…We were at capacity! You’re a true talent and I can’t thank you enough… ”
Jamie Gehin, Deerfield IL Public Library
“ Thank you for ‘Let Love Go On…’ I just played it all the way through and loved it. Your delivery is so smooth and clean; the songs re great and I know I’ll play it a lot… ”
Walt Taylor, Flagstaff AZ
“ When a song from your CD comes on, I stop whatever I’m doing. Your voice resonates through my entire being… ”
Pamela Lindeke, Franklin WI
“ If you like Midwest folk music, then you like Mark Dvorak… His performances are a perfect blend of masterful instrumentation, joyful sing alongs and humorous stories! "
White Oak Folk Festival,
Dodgeville WI
“ Your song ‘I Have Walked Every Step of the Way’ is a timeless gem…”
MIki Greenburg, Wishbone North, Chicago IL
“ One of my favorite people in the whole world… “
Bill Camplin, Cafe Carpe
Ft. Atkinson WI
“ ‘We Become’ inspired my homily for a packed congregation! “
Fr. Ed McKenzie, St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Chicago IL
“ If I were a drinker, ‘I Hate to See the Summer Go’ would be my 3 olive, 3 fingers full - hold the ice - martini song. It makes me need a hug. “
Nancy Joliff, Madison WI
“ Jesus Blazes! That was good! “
5th grader, Belvidere IL
“ He is our folk music here. He should be yours too.”
Someplace Else Concerts, La Grange IL
A master musician, storyteller and songwriter
A concert packed with songs and interesting stories about the origin and evolution of this uniquely American instrument. The program includes selections from the historic minstrel show era, songs and lore from old-time mountain traditions, and examples from the masters of the 5-string banjo, from Pete Seeger to Earl Scruggs.
Bring Mark to your school, library, community group or arts organization.
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