| Dear Jim Salestrom- During the last days of December we have the tendency of making a ballance of the good and bad thigs that have happened in our lives. Between the best musical experiences I´ve ever had, was having the chance of performing with such a great musician and composer, and good fellow as you are. We can still recall when our both familys met. You guys are nice people in more than one meaning.
Argentina misses you a lot...
May the Lord give you people a Merry Christmas and a Great Year with lots of Sweet Musical Inspiration! Sincerely, Henry.
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Henry Donati
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tepee@fibertel.com.ar
Buenos Aires,
Argentina - Sunday, December 28, 2003 |
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| A John Denver Fan sent me a midi of your song, "The Bristlecone Pine". I think it is one of the prettiest and most inspiring songs I have ever heard in all of my 83 years. I am ordering your CD from Amazon today. They tell me it will have to be a used CD. I hope I get it soon. P. Bogle |
P. Bogle
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pbogle@psknet.com
Pulaski,
VA USA - Thursday, December 25, 2003 |
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| In 1977-78, The Great Timber Rush was a hit album at the University of North Carolina Greensboro radio station where I worked. Entranced with the melodies and thoughtful lyrics in a time of disco, I bought the album and played it and played it and played it. Today, I still have the 33RPM album, but no reliable way to play it.
Listening to The Thorns, I thought again of your wonderful album and how you blazed the trail; A quick Google search and "presto" there it was. I look forward to turning it up... and curcling back to listen to some of the more recent work you've done. |
Richard T. Griffiths
Atlanta,
GA USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 |
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| I just gave my husband a list of your CD's for Christmas ideas. I remember listening to Timberline in high school. It brings back good memories. I am a 1977 grad of Kearney HIgh School. You need to sing on the East Coast sometime. Thanks for the good music. |
Rita Ross (Royle)
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CrnHskr@aol.com
Bear,
DE USA - Saturday, December 13, 2003 |
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| Jim- I just came across your website while prepping for today's interview with you on our KGFW "Talk of the Town." Very impressive! I count it a privelege to know you and your family and always look forward to our occasional meetings and interviews. We in Kearney are proud to call you a "native" - one of Kearney's "claims to fame."
Also thanks for turning me on to Breckenridge. While my wife and I still claim Estes Park as our annual winter escape, we have visited Breckenridge a number of times and love the ambience there. Keep up the good work. You are not only an entertainer-you are an inspiration!
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Paul Wice
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paul@kgfw.com
Kearney,
NE USA - Friday, December 12, 2003 |
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| Jim - your Brother Chuck and I were in troop 221 together in Beatrice. Have Chuck drop me a line. I saw a Timberline show in lincoln in 1975. |
Mike Rogge
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mrogge@pacbell.net
Brentwood,
ca USA - Monday, November 24, 2003 |
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| Jim it has been nearly 30 years since I sat with friends in Little Bo's in Lincoln. Listening to my old record transcended the years. I am ordering the timberline CD today. Thank you for the memories and the memories yet to come.
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gary dittmar
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edittmar@rrpl.org
cleveland,
ohio USA - Tuesday, November 11, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim.....I just wanted to say thank you for coming to Aspen this last October to perform with John's band. The concert was great. I also want to say that your album "Music from the Mountains" is really great. I play it about two-three times a week! GREAT JOB!!
THANKS |
Chris B.
WI USA - Saturday, November 08, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim, I just want to compliment you and the rest of the band for the outstanding performance at the Wheeler Opra House for the John Denver Tribute. It was awesome once again!
Can't wait for next year. |
Jody Bender
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spiriteyes@earthlink.net
Mesa,
AZ USA - Saturday, October 18, 2003 |
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| Hey Jim,
Just thinking about you today and thought I'd check out your website. I like the new look, well done. Say 'hi' to Pam, Casey and James for me. Hope to see you soon, and I'm glad you're my Uncle. |
Josh Salestrom
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vintagefade@earthlink.net
Omaha,
NE USA - Monday, October 13, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim, just came across your website... do you remember me? I have great memories of you playing your banjo and singing to me as a child! Hope all is well. Take care...Abby |
Abby Hirner
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dogruoz@clara.co.uk
London,
UK - Thursday, October 09, 2003 |
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| Dear Jim Salestrom, On September 21, 2003 I came to the 2003 Boy Scouts Council Camporee. The night of the 22nd was spectacular! You were awesome! It's the best music I've heard in a long time. I really appreciate you spending your time with all 6,000 Boy Scouts that night. All your songs were great! I speak for Timberline, Gateway, Valley, and all the rest of the districts when I say, thank you very much!
Sincerily,
Angelo Paul Sapienza: Second Class Scout
Troop 814
P.S. Hope your week long tour in France was great!
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Angelo
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charizard1990@msn.com
CO USA - Friday, October 03, 2003 |
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| Dear Jim,
I'm David, I was checking you this morning in Paris for your flight to Philadelphia. I hope you and your wife enjoyed your flight.
I just finish to listen to the CD you gave me, it's very, very nice, I love your music. Thank you very much Jim ...Could you please tell how it's possible from France to buy your others CD's?
I'm sorry, but when you gave it to me, I didn't realize that it was your CD. When I saw that, it was to late to ask you to dedicate it to me. I'm really sorry Jim.
I regret it especially since I really love your music, and every time I listen to it, I 'll say myself: "I had the luck to meet Jim at least once in my life" because you're really friendly, generous and you filled my day with a magnifcent sunbeam today.
I hope, the next time I'll go to U.S.A., I'll have the luck to be able to attend one of your concerts.
Hope to meet you again,
Best regards,
Friendly,
David.
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David
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MANIDavid@aol.com
Paris,
France - Wednesday, October 01, 2003 |
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| "WHO WHO RAH!" JIM,
Thank you so much for giving of your time at the 2003 Denver Area Council Boy Scout Camporee. My family and I enjoyed a great Saturday evening under the stars listening to the many tunes. Sincerely, Debbie Fauskee Cubmaster Pack 498 Timberline District/Denver Area Council |
Debbie Fauskee
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DFauskee@wideopenwest.com
Denver,
CO USA - Sunday, September 21, 2003 |
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| I made a reservation for him and he was the nicest person...Thanks for being a pleasant customer...Keep up the good work |
Donna Wagner
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ddwagner98@aol.com
Chesapeake,
OH USA - Sunday, September 07, 2003 |
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| Dear Jim: It wouldn't be summer in Frisco without Jim Salestrom concerts. We have a real tradition going with the Fourth of July - you have been here every 4th for the last nine years that I have been coordinating the show and probably several before that. The Concert in the Park series has also been featuring you for many years. You draw the best crowds for these shows and I know many of our repeat visitors look forward to your shows every year. Can you imagine the impression you have on a first time guest? Your wonderful singing and original songs, the mountains surrounding you, a clear blue Colorado sky and Frisco's charming Main Street in the background. We are truly blessed to live in this place and have a Colorado treasure like you as a Frisco tradition. Thanks, Jim for all the music you have shared with Frisco over the years. We are looking forward to the Fourth in 2004 already! Sincerely, Linda Lichtendahl Town of Frisco Community Relations Director |
Linda Lichtendahl
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lindal@townoffrisco.com
Frisco,
CO USA - Wednesday, July 30, 2003 |
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| Jim, so glad to find this web site. My children have spent every 4th of July in frisco w/ you since birth. There is no place they would rather be, including disney land! You won our hearts many years ago. We were disappointed when you left the stage so quickly this year. We are planning to go to botanical gardens in Sept. Thank-you for writing and singing songs that create wonderful memories for our family. You are a blessing, Todd,Vicki,bethany and jonathan |
vicki fraker and family
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vicki.d.frakerkp.com
littleton,
co USA - Monday, July 21, 2003 |
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| To a great musican. Keep on singing and playing my friend. You bring happiness to everyone when you sing and play with your heart and soul. Your Buddy!! |
Tom Mares
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tomvette@aol.com
Denver,
CO USA - Monday, July 14, 2003 |
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| Jim - it was great seeing you in Keystone last weekend for the 4th of July! Sitting on the patio by the lake and hearing your tunes and John Denvers' literally had the hair on my arms standing up - not bad considering it was 95 degrees! Enjoyed meeting your wife and have been thoroughly enjoying your new CD Music from the Mountains - keep up the good work! Can't believe it's been almost 30 years already since we graduated from Kearney High School - we'll have to get serious about a reunion - maybe since so many of us in Colorado - we move it to Summit County?? Take Care - Deb Anderson |
Deb Anderson
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dander@frii.com
Fort Colllins,
CO USA - Wednesday, July 09, 2003 |
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| I found "The Great Adventure" amongst the rubble of moving houses.. Eerily, the first song came on and I remembered where that CD came from. About 10 years ago, when I was 7 (imagine that..), I saw you play live at a steak restaraunt in Colorado (Winter Park or Brekenridge.. the Cattle Co.?) Anyhow, thanks for the quality work and reminiscence. |
David
Houston,
TX US - Wednesday, July 02, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim, Like the new look of the site. Good music is one of "WEAPONS OF MASS CONSTRUCTION" all people should seek! Hope to see you in Kearney sometime. Your friend BOB AYRE |
Bob Ayres
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bobayres1@hotmail.com
Holdrege,
NE USA - Saturday, June 28, 2003 |
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| Hi James: We are in Northern Georgia and try to catch you at one of your concerts... My daughter found your web sight and sent it to us.. Glad to hear you are doing something for John... Do you have any new tapes and such out? Sned us an e-mail when you get a chance... still in the jewelry business and doing music some for fun. Dean Davis. |
Dean Davis
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MBSienna@Aol.com
Blue Ridge,
Ga USA - Friday, June 27, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim, Just wanted to let you know how much my 18 month old triplets LOVE LOVE LOVE "All the Colors". We love to sing really loud to "We"re going to the Zoo" and I love the Rabbit song. Thanks for keeping my "Zoo" entertained. I love your other albums. Gina |
Gina Roesener
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groesener@ntbinc.com
Denver,
CO USA - Monday, May 19, 2003 |
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| Jim: It was great seeing and lisening to you on Friday @ the Caberet. Agnes and I always enjoy getting a chance to hear you sing. I look forward to seeing you at our camp soon, and even though you may have had a misimpression as to where we live, you are always welcome to stay with us if you need a place when you are visiting the Bay Area. Best wishes, Ala |
Alan Mendelson
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sp4mendy@pacbell.net
Atherton,
CA USA - Sunday, May 11, 2003 |
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| Jim: Enjoyed your music at the BONES conference opening reception in Denver on March 30. Thanks so much for entertaining us. |
Tim Pella
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tpella@aol.com
West Burlington,
IA USA - Monday, April 28, 2003 |
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| Dear Jim, It was a pleasure to meet you in Park City and to hear you perform. Mucho Gracias for the cd's. I listened to the Colorado Collection all the way from PC to Aspen. It made the trip very enjoyable. Again many thanks and I'll be ordering soon. George Riley, FOB |
George Riley
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Gifswerg@aol.com
Yarmouth,
ME USA - Tuesday, April 15, 2003 |
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| I finally found where I can order the Timberline album. Got it when it first came out in 1977, loved it, but when CD's hit, I lost it. Glad to be able to get it again. How about a Timberline reunion album? |
John Noye
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johnnoye@iserv.net
Traverse City,
MI USA - Saturday, March 29, 2003 |
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| Hey Jim, Glad you've gotten onto the web, my travels don't take me to colorado as much but the tape of so far so good i got from you at frisco's 4th of july celebration has taken me back to copper mountain the only ski resort i have ever been to and colorado my heaven on earth i appreciate the feelings you put into your music thanks for the summit county rock and roll. |
Wilburr
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knehls@cox.net
Edmond,
OK USA - Sunday, March 23, 2003 |
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| A unexpected turn on the "I saw Elvis in Minden 56" thing. A few weeks back the "City Cafe" owner told me there was a chance the landlord might change it to an antique store; wich I didn't like because I eat Sunday dinner there. and my mother worked there for near 30 years. I told him the Elvis story and said if I could find proof; maybe the cafe could be put in the HIstoric Register. I got back on the internet and found through Scotty Moore's website manager that Elvis and Scotty and Bill were in Nebraska about the time I claimed. They played Lincoln May 19th, Omaha May 20th 21st layover 22nd layover and 23rd Sioux City. By the way the tickets were like $2.50. So with the 2 day layover; this would give Elvis an opportunity to drive 2-3 hours to Minden. I can't feature him just sitting around in a room and he had never been to Nebraska before. Maybe they went to Pioneer Village. I've tried to see their guestbooks but haven't heard. I did find a black and white picture of the Yellow Caddy Convert. on Elvis Cars web site. Any way I sent a letter to the Editor of several newspapers. I don't know how many used the story but the manager told me the cafe business doubled since my story, so maybe I'll have a place to eat for a while. I also heard from a D J Mark Heylbutt from Melbourne Australia who saw my message on a rockabilly message board. He is interested in the Fate of the Cafe and my old TV audio recording. There is only one "Your True Love" (Carl Perkins wrote this). My mother passed away in 2001 and she loved Elvis songs. She was the one that waited on the 3 men. I sang "Peace In the Valley" at her funeral as requested. Friend BOB Ayres |
Bob Ayres
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bobayres1@hotmail.com
Minden,
NE USA - Tuesday, March 18, 2003 |
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| Hey Jim, I used to live 2 doors down from you in Kearney and liked your band Timberline. Didn't you guys do a little ditty that went something like "I like peanut butter, creamy peanut butter, crunchy peanut butter too?" I also like your song "I wish it would rain." Is it available on CD? There was another song I loved but I can't remember the name--I keep thinking it was "Cinnamon Girl," but that's not quite right. Any ideas? Will you be coming to the Watering Hole again anytime soon, or anywhere else in Nebraska? Hope to see you perform again sometime. |
Barbara Torrey
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sbcheli@inebraska.com
Lincoln,
NE USA - Sunday, March 16, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim! We all love listening to Uncle Jim's music! We hope to see you again real soon. Lots of love to you, Pam, Casey and James. Love the Dailers in Edmonds. PS Kiara's friends love your All the Colors CD--they want more! |
Francie, Doug, Kiara, Maya
Edmonds,
WA USA - Saturday, March 01, 2003 |
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| Hi Jim, Hello from and old friend. It has been a while since last we met. We're coming back to Summit Co this year (March 1-8). Hope to see you and hear you sing while we are there. You have always been such an important part of our time there, and we carry your music and inspiration all year. |
Jim and Cathy Goodyear
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jagoody37@aol.com
Lansdale,
PA USA - Monday, February 24, 2003 |
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| SKI FOR DeSo!!! hi jim, great site. your song The Golden Stream is truly an inspiration to all that hear it. hope to see you next year. scott and maureen |
scott owens
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SOWENS2@nycap.rr.com
west sand lake,
ny USA - Monday, February 10, 2003 |
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| Jim - Thank you for such a beautiful and meaningful evening this past weekend in Idaho Springs, CO. You have made my whole family a true believer in your art and talent. My father will forever have memories of you as you played a song written for him on his 60th birthday. Those memories are precious and your music is a powerful reminder that peace can be felt through the sound of a banjo and guitar. Keep on keepin' on... |
Nancy Hilliard Joyce
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nhjoyce@aol.com
Atlanta,
GA USA - Saturday, February 01, 2003 |
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