Retirement Homes & Communities

“Now that was amazing. You are likely the best performer we’ve ever had here, and I wish you weren’t moving back to NH.”
- Jeannette, Walnut Place Retirement Community, Dallas, TX

“You did a wonderful job. The residents loved you and several have already requested that you come back. We’ll be in touch to book you again. Thank you so much.” - April Springfield, The Huntington, Nashua, NH

“Marlena has performed at Signature Pointe on the Lake on a regular basis. She is a very talented performer as she has a great gift in connecting with the residents. The residents always look forward to her appearances. So does the staff! I would highly recommend Marlena to perform at your facility.” - Cinda Brown, Activities Director, Signature Pointe on the Lake, Dallas, TX

“Marlena is an entertaining and talented singer. The residents love her, and I’ve booked her every month for the rest of the year, and all of next.” - Paul Laro, Activities Director, Bentley Commons, Bedford, NH

“You were just great, and everyone loved you. Did you see the staff dancing in the doorway? We don’t hire a lot of entertainment, but the residents loved you, and it was great to see them so happy. We hope to book you again soon."
- Ashley, Activities Director, The Elms, Milford, NH

“On the strength of Lynne Hughes’ recommendation (Huntington Nashua) we’ll book you every other month through the year 2011, and we look forward to having you.” - Leslie Manning, Activities Director, The Hunt Community, Nashua, NH
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"Marlena, I can tell you have such a warm heart just by the way you sing to us. You make everyone feel so special and we're all excited when we know you're coming. Never stop singing, dear. You're very special." - Nancy, resident at Bentley Commons, Bedford, NH

"From the moment Marlena began singing, I could see the residents and their families become taken over by the joy of song. The holiday party was a complete success and the music that filled our community was a wonderful treat. Thank you Marlena. We will definitely have you here again." - Donna Silva, Ledgewood Bay, Milford, NH

Festivals & Public Performances

"Marlena’s performance at Church of Our Saviour’s Peach Festival fundraiser was exactly what we were looking for. She has a beautiful voice, sang all the classic favorites, and established a wonderful rapport with the audience. We’ll definitely invite her back again!"
- Debbie Donnelly, Church of Our Saviour

“Both at the lunchtime concert and the (Keene and Milford) Pumpkin Festivals, you had the crowd on their feet, dancing and singing to a greater degree than EVERY band put together all weekend. (Pumpkin Festival). You gave them what they want, and you are just what this town needs.” - Henry Moore, Sound Engineer, Moore Sound, Jaffrey, NH

(Tracy Bardsley, Do-It Committee, Milford, NH, verbally, after Marlena's first booking in July 2008) - “The crowd was just amazed at your voice and your stage presence. We don’t hear people who can sing like that! I’ll be in touch with you for future bookings.” Marlena was booked many times thereafter.

“It was so elegant to have you singing in my store during the downtown Taste Of Milford event. People stayed in my store longer to listen to you, and you actually drew a crowd of fans on the sidewalk. What a treat to have a talented professional here. Will you come and sing here every weekend?” - Paulette Braffitt, The Frame Depot, Milford, NH (Disclosure: Paulette is Marlena's Mom :)