Andrew Schulman(212) 316-6372; (917) 968-5892

andrew@abacaproductions.comwww.abacaproductions.com

Internationally acclaimed 8-string guitarist, Andrew Schulman, made his NewYork debut in 1982 on the Guitar-N.Y. series at Carnegie Hall, and his Londondebut in 1985 at The Purcell Room. Since then, Mr. Schulman has appearedas a soloist at Alice Tully Hall, Merkin Concert Hall, the MetropolitanMuseum of Art, and the White House. He has performed throughout Europe;in the Festival European International in Geneva, the Carnival of Venice inItaly, with Larry Adler in the Royal Albert Hall in London, and in 1991 as oneof the last foreign artists to tour the Soviet Union. Andrew Schulman appearedSundays, from 1999-2005, playing as the first solo guitarist in the history of thelegendary Palm Court at the Plaza Hotel in New York City until it closed forrenovation. Schulman appeared at The Mark Hotel on Sunday’s until it alsoclosed for renovation; he currently performs Wednesday-Saturday nights atthe Intercontinental-The Barclay Hotel (Barclay Bar & Grill) in midtown.

Mr. Schulman has made numerous television and radio appearances includingrecitals on BBC radio, WNCN's ‘Live from Citicorp Center’, repeat appearanceson WQXR'S ‘Listening Room with Robert Sherman’, WNYC's ‘Around NY’,and ‘Soundcheck’ with John Schaefer, and NBC-TV's ‘Fantasy’ with LeslieUggams. He has two worldwide releases on the Centaur label; ‘The BaroqueStyle (transcriptions for Eight-string guitar)’, and ‘Lullabies, Reveilles(and Siesta!)’. Both recordings have been critically acclaimed and receivedextensive international radio play.

Andrew Schulman founded the Abaca String Band in 1991, performing formembership events at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. Thegroup has appeared on the Carnegie Hall Neighborhood Concert Seriessince 1995, and has also been presented in concert at the Newport MusicFestival, Chautauqua Institution, and on many concert series throughoutthe U.S. They have performed for special events at The White House andthe Library of Congress, among many others.

Their unique instrumentation (guitar, mandolin, violin, viola, and double bass)is perfectly suited to their original arrangements of classics ranging from Bachto Pinball Wizard, via Mozart and Gershwin. “Live from Chautauqua”, theirdebut CD, was broadcast nationwide by Public Radio International, as wastheir second CD, “Live from Chautauqua, Vol. II”.

Mr. Schulman's combination of instrumental virtuosity and humor made himpopular in New York City comedy clubs such as The Improv, Catch a RisingStar, and Dangerfield's during the mid 1980’s. His use of humor on theconcert stage gives his solo and chamber performances an unexpected spinon traditional classical music. Andrew is also a composer and prolific arrangerfor solo guitar and guitar with ensemble; his music is published by BerbenEdizioni Musicali of Italy and Editions Orphée, U.S.

Wendy Sayvetzsinger/guitarist(212) 316-6372(917) 715-8506

www.abacaproductions.comwendy@abacaproductions.com

Wendy Sayvetz is a singer/guitarist with a crystal clear soprano voice often comparedto that of Judy Collins, Joan Baez, and Enya.

For almost twenty years Wendy has serenaded thousands of people every week asthey pass through Grand Central Terminal and Penn Station, selling over 40,000copies of her five self-produced recordings. Her sixth and newest CD, “The Clothsof Heaven” was released in May, 2009.

She has also performed at: Symphony Space, The White House, The MetropolitanMuseum of Art, the United Nations, the Algonquin Hotel/Oak Room, Caffe Lena,the Intercontinental/Barclay Hotel, the Lycian Centre for the Performing Arts,BargeMusic,The Rye Arts Center, Levitt Pavilion, Coe Hall/Planting Fields Arboretum,Ellis Island Museum, and The Fast Folk Café as well as Venice (Italy) Carnivale andon the Community Concerts circuit throughout the United States.

Her singing has been featured on: WNBC-TV, WCBS-TV, ABC's “All My Children”and popular radio shows including NPR’s “Weekend Edition Sunday”, WQXR’s“Woody’s Children” WNYC’s “Folk Song Festival” and WOR’s “Rambling withGambling”.

Wendy is also trained as an actor – she majored in theater at Princeton University,did summer stock while in college, and many years later completed a two yearMeisner technique program with Phil Gushee followed by four years of advancedscene study with one of New York’s finest teachers and directors, SuzanneShepherd. Wendy is currently producing/directing a documentary film aboutSuzanne Shepherd and her unique gift as an acting teacher and director.

For more information including press quotes, photos, and audio clips, visit ourwebsite: www.abacaproductions.com.

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“We so appreciate your participation in the Levitt Pavilion’s 35th summer season– your performance was, as always, one of the highlights!”

Freda Welsh, Executive Director – Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, Westport, CT

“Thank you for a wonderful concert at our Christmas Tree Lighting this past week(and of course last year as well). Wendy, your voice is crystal clear and such apleasure to listen to as we gaze at the tree. Andrew, your accompaniment toWendy’s songs is discrete, yet so integral. Together you bring about a perfectlyfestive air to the whole evening.”

Susannah Sise, Membership Special Events, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, NewYork, NY

“Your duo concert was truly a highlight…The audience was delighted by theexquisite quality of musicianship as well as the overall dignified, yet personable,ambience created by your warmth, spirit and professionalism. The mix of Mr.Schulman’s virtuosic classical renditions combined with Ms. Sayvetz’s angelicvoice and acoustic folk guitar pieces provided a wonderful balance of musicalbreadth and depth that made the evening unique…It is wonderful to offer acultural evening full of such high quality artistry and sheer delight!”

Paula Rubinstein, Coordinator of Cultural Affairs, Westchester Community College,Valhalla, NY

“I want to thank you both for an outstanding performance the children of theFolsom-Cordova school district were treated to on February 24th. They wereenthralled with the show and especially enjoyed the participation part of theconcert.

Bea Buder, Co-President, Folsam Lake Community Concert Association, Folsom, CA

“Your diversified repertoire showcased the professionalism and abundant talentyou both possess. It was indeed a special evening.”

Paula Titus, VP-Publicity & Development, Folsom Lake Community ConcertAssociation, Folsom, CA

The Abaca DuoWendy Sayvetz, Vocalist and Andrew Schulman, 8-string guitar

Paso Robles, CaliforniaCommunity Concerts Association

April 20, 2008

Sonata in Dm, K. 11…………………………………………………...Domenico Scarlatti (1685-1757)The Entertainer…………………………………………………………………Scott Joplin (1867-1917)

Andrew Schulman, solo guitar

Come by the Hills/Kisses Sweeter than Wine………………….Traditional/Ledbetter, Gilbert, HaysThe Cloths of Heaven……………………………………………………………Traditional/W.B. YeatsWhat a Wonderful World……………………………………………..Bob Thiele/George David WeissDon’t Cry for Me, Argentina, (“Evita”)…………………………………Andrew Lloyd-Weber/Tim RiceGuantanamera…………………………………………………………………………………..Jose MartiMr. Bojangles…………………………………………………………………………….Jerry Jeff WalkerAmazing Grace………………………………………………………………....Traditional/John Newton

Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman

Standchen (Serenade)……………………………………………………Franz Schubert (1797-1828)Stairway to Heaven……………………………………………………………….Jimmy Page (b. 1944)

Andrew Schulman, solo guitar

INTERMISSION

Prelude in D, BWV 1007…………………………………………………………J. S. Bach (1685-1750)Cavatina (theme from "The Deerhunter'")…………………………………Stanley Myers (1930-1993)Here Comes The Sun…………………………………………………….George Harrison (1943-2001)

Andrew Schulman, solo guitar

Con Te Partiro (Time to Say Goodbye)………………………Francesco Sartori/ Lucio QuarantottoEn Aranjuez con tu Amor………………………………………………………………...Joaquin Rodgrio

Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman

Prelude #1………………………………………………………………..Heitor Villa-Lobos (1887-1959)Wave …………………………………………………………………Antonio Carlos Jobim (1927-1994)The Girl From Ipanema

Andrew Schulman, solo guitar

Manha de Carnivale ((from “Black Orpheus”)……….………………………………………Luis BonfaI Got Plenty O'Nuttin/Summertime………………George Gershwin/Ira Gershwin/DuBose HeywardFor Amber Waves of Grain………………………………………………………………Wendy SayvetzAbraham, Martin and John/Camelot………………………………………R. Holler/Lerner and LoeweThey Live in You (from "The Lion King")………………………………………..Lebo M./Mark Mancini

Wendy Sayvetz and Andrew Schulman