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"Thank you Dr. Pazo for your performance at the California
Peace Officer's Memorial Ceremony at the California State Capitol Grounds. I appreciate your participation, with dignity
and respect, for honoring those Peace Officers who gave their life in the ine-of-duty for our safety, and especially for your
original composition 'Lament for the Fallen Heroes'."
California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger
"Dear Erik, We wish to convey to you our heat felt thanks for participating in our Flag
Ceremony on Such short notice. You played a vital role and added your own special magic to make it something truly memorable
in the Gold Country legacy. We are grateful for your time,generosity and for sharing this moment with us."
Sincerely,
Gold Country Health Center Administration and Staff
"Dear Worshipful Raphael Pazo,
Thank you so very much for playing "Amazig Grace' and the ther joyful songs at Destanee
A. Little's Celebration Of Life Service at teh Stockton Scotish Rite in Stockton. We kow she enjoyed the
'happy' music of the bagpipes whem she visited your home, especially on the Welsh Pipes. She loved 'Loch Lomond', 'The
Welsh Air', 'The Rose of Alendale' and 'Auld Lang Syne'. We are very grateful that you able play for her service."
Sincerely,
Members Stockton Chapter, Order of DeMolay and
Stockton Bethel # 83 International Order of Job's Daughters
"Dear
Dr. Pazo, your performance at our daughter's wedding was a 'dream come true'. Your flawless performance of "Highland
Cathedral" and your inpecable dress in Full Regimental Uniform was better than anyone could have ever
dreamed for. We will highly recommend you as a performer to everyone we know. Thank you."
The MacLeod Family
"Dear Rabbi Dr. Pazo, Mere words are insufficient to express our thanks for your
officating the Graveside Commital Service and the playing the bagpipes at our Beloved Father's graveside. It was always
a wish of his to have you play the bagpipes at his Committal Service and offer the Final Mourner's Benediction and Blessing
in the 'Holy Tongues" (Hebrew and Aramaic). Your performance was flawless and your willingness to co-officiate with
our Pastor made our Father's wishes fulfilled. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts."
The Family of Rev. Dr. Wayne Kildall
Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Chanplaincy Corps (Ret.)
"Dear Dr. Pazo, your plaing of 'Amazig Grace', "Mist Covered Mountains',
and 'Flowers of the Forest' in the Scottish Bagipes at our Father's Celebration of Life Service met and surpassed
every expectation we had the music you help us select. We can simply say that it was marvellous event thanks to
the enhancement you offer by your superb musical performance."
The Alastair Dunn Family
"Excellent work. Your performance is greatly appreciated by all of us , the
Law Enforcement community and the families."
Cruz Bustamante
Former Lieutenant Governor of California
"Dear Dr. Pazo and Mr. Charette, On behalf of the City County of the City of Lathrop,
we express our gratitude to both of you for your participation in the Dedication Ceremony of Lathrops Veteran's Memorial.
You musical selections and the manner of your performance was indeed the high point of the ceremony."
Sincerely,
City Council Members, City of Lathrop, CA
"Dear Dr. Pazo and Mr. Charette, The Member of the United States Marine Corp Leage
are grateful for the performance of your beautiful music on the Bagpipe at the Dedication Ceremony of the Lathrop Veterans'
Memorial. Your music was marterfully played and the selections you chose were just perfect for the event."
Sincerely,
Joe Serna, United Stated Marine Corps Leage
"Dear Dr. Pazo, your performance at the 2006 ANZAC (Australian-New
Zealand Remembrance Day) at Grace Cathedral in San Francisco was absolutely superb."
Consul General of New Zealand
"Hi Raphael, Thank you so much for playing at our
Father's Celebration of Life at the Scottish Rite center in Stockton. The musical selections you performed,
and your kind words are testimonial of the frienship you share as Masons. We sincerely appreciate it."
The Family of Roger Taylor
"Raphael,
Your performance was a great tribute to all of our Veterans. Your bagpipes again brought
down the house. There was not a dry eye when you finished your walk (retreat "Lochaber No More"). Thanks
again."
Captain Robert Bechill, U.S. Navy Reserve
Lodi Veterans' Day Tribute organizer
"Delightful and elegant."
Douglas Ian Wallace
"Masterfully played...",
"Network", Official Newsletter of the
California Peace Officers Association
on the occassion of the opening ceremonies
of the CPOA Conference in So. Lake Tahoe, CA
"Absolutely Wonderful!"
David R. Doan
2004-2005 Grand Master of Masons in California
on the occassion of his official visit to San Francisco S.R. in October
2004
"Thank you Worshipful Brother Pazo for your performance at the opening public
ceremonies of our Grand Lodge."
Howard D. Kirkpatrick
Past Grand Master of Masons in California (2003-2004)
"Raphael,
Thank you for your magnificent performance. We are honored."
D.O. "Spike" Helmick
Former California Highway Patrol Commissioner
President, CPOA 2003-2004
"We appreciate your participation with our Lodi PARTNERS at the opening ceremonies
of the Law Enforcement Volunteers of California (LEVOC)conference."
E.W. "Bud" Shropshire(R.I.P.)
Lodi Police Department PARTNERS Honor Guard
"Raphael,
Your performance at the Queen's Club British Mess on Tribal Rights Night was
magnificent."
Dr. Brian James
Australian Imperial Forces, WWII
The Queens Club
"Dear Raphael,
We are so proud to have you as official piper of our San Francisco Scottish
Rite. We appreciate your talents and your love of Freemasonry".
Judge Donald Constine
Personal Representative of the S.G.I.G. in CA
San Francisco Scottish Rite Bodies
"Raphael,
We really enjoy having you as a member of our Honor Guard. We enjoy working
with you".
Herman Lehr, Honor
Guard Commander
Ed Stewart American Legion Post 803
Stockton, CA
"Dear Dr. Pazo,
Thank you so much for making our son's wedding one that our friends and family
will forever remember. Your knowledge of Scottish traditions and customs made everything so special for all".
Earl McClure
"Dear Raphael,
Your performance at our daugther's wedding was absolutely magnificent.
Your rendition of 'Highland Cathedral' made us feel so proud of our Scottish heritage. Thank you for making her
wedding so memorable and special."
Mr. and Mrs. S. MacClinton.
"Dear Raphael,
I will hold close in my heart your sunset bagpipe
concert. It was a beautiful end to a difficult day. You will always have a special place in my heart and for years
to come we will talk about Jeff’s beautiful memorial service and the bagpipe concert."
Holly Richardson
"Dear Raphael,
'Panis Angelicus' sung by you in Latin is like a gift from God. You sang with direct
eye contact right to my heart and touched my soul. Your musical talents are amazing. Not only can
you sing beautifully, but in a choice of languages. I will always remember your exceptional talents."
Anne Moorefield
"Thank you for playing a my daughter's wedding. You are
awesome. We will highly recommend you to everyone we know."
Bonnie Rasmussen
"Thank you so much for the great job you all did at our ceremony! You
were just fabulous and everyone talked about how cool it was to have you!"
Karen Munro
"Thank you so much for singing and playing the violin and Scottish bagpipes at our father's funeral
service. We were all moved by the way your music took us back to our beloved Scotland. Your impecable dress and appearance, your
kindness and patience, and your musical talent are exceptional!"
R. Sanders, M.D.
"I was so thrilled with your performance at our daughter's wedding. Talk about the power
of music! You will always be my first call."
Karen Snodgrass
"I have heard many bagpipers, but it was your exceptionally flawless interpretation of 'Highland
Cathedral' at our niece's wedding which made it a most memorable one. Thank you"
Mr. & Mrs. K. MacKinnon
"Dear Dr. Pazo,
We are so glad that we invited you to perform at my father's wedding ceremony. Your
playing was so impressive that it exceeded every expectation we had. We appreciate the fact that you took the time to
listen to our requests, your assitance with protocol, and you suggestions on Highland dress etiquete."
Eileen MacPhearson
"Raphael,
Thank you for your kindness and sympathy...and for the beautiful bagpiping at my husband's service..."
Mrs. B. L. Miller
"Raphael,
Your performance at today's 'Every Fifteen Minutes' program added a powerful effect which touched
those in attendance. I appreciate your dedication and participation in this type of worthy program."
Officer Jason Bartlett
California Highway Patrol
"Raphael,
Just a note to let you know how much you meant to our Memorial Service and to the Honor Guard.
Thank you so much for participating in the service. The bagpipes add so much and we sure do enjoy your playing..."
Bill Sherrill
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