March 08, 2011
"In concert halls, classrooms and living rooms, Sean's music reaches us and teaches us with its grace, humor and wisdom. Sean is a gifted and highly skilled musician with a heart that connects with the heart of the child in us all."
"What a wonderful resource and talent! Sean has delighted children at the museum with classes, performances, summer camps and outreach programs. His educational programs for children are innovative, fun and engaging and his versatile performances are interactive and exciting for children and adults of all ages."
"Sean was just really in tune with the needs of these children. They've probably never been that close to that much talent."
One of the highlights of our trips to Tremont [Great Smokey Mountain Institute] is Sean's performance. My AP students are engaged by his talented use of the banjo, guitar, and mandolin as they learn about the culture of the Smokies and the history of American music.
"Sean easily established a rapport with our students and teachers. His hand-on approach quickly drew the children into the world of folk music and folk instruments. Sean's easy-going style appealed to all ages. I even watched him transform a weary group of teachers at a workshop into a lively group actively engaged in give and take with this talented and personable artist."
"I could not believe the ease with which Sean was able to engage students in the song-writing process (even 7th and 8th graders)."