Q: Are you breaking in the new guitar? Have you kept your busted Martin? Really made me tear up when I saw that photo. Hope you come WEST soon. Any chance?

A: Hi Regi,

I am a little sad about my old guitar. I wrote so many of my songs on that shapely wood and it's hard to think she's quiet now. I kept the guitar and have had luthier friends of mine offer to fix it. I just might let them try if it's not going to set my wallet back into the dark ages.

The new Martin is trying hard to impress me. She's already coughed up 3 new songs and ready to writer number 4. I love the guitar, it's a 1987 D-28 with lot's of dings and scratches telling stories of being played LOTS.

thank you for checking in on me and I hope to make it out your way soon.

peace,
Donna
Answered on 02/08/2012 by Donna Ulisse

Q: When are you going to be in the Greensboro area? Any chance of playing at Merlefest?

A: wow...i would so LOVE to play Merlefest but can't seem to figure out how to get on that stage. I have tried begging, pleading and offering up both of my dogs to no avail. Maybe a bunch of fans could demand I be part of next years line up! How's that for subtle hinting...lol. I am shameless :)

My website has a schedule of my tour dates that my record company keeps current. It's donnaulisse.com and then the schedule tab. Maybe there is a date on there that wouldn't be too much of a stretch for you. I would love to be in your area or within driving distance and hopefully get to tell you hello.

Take care my friend!
Answered on 01/28/2012 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Hope to catch you live sometime. It would be a treat for me.
Grew up on Bluegrass. My dad found a part to an old Gibson Mastertone 5 string and had it rebuilt. Man we had some good times playing.

A: I love the rebuilt banjo story and the memories you guys made. I hope you continue to be inspired by bluegrass, it sure has inspired me!
take care my friend,
Donna
Answered on 01/17/2012 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Hi Donna,
Thank you very much for raising a glass to me.
I hope you had a good start into 2012, with a lot of music.
All the best to you.
Kurt
ECMA-Radio/Archangel’s Music Corner
Austria

A: And all the best to you Kurt!
Play on,
Donna
Answered on 01/17/2012 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Where will you celebrate New Years Eve?
Wishing you all the best for 2012.
Kurt

A: hi Kurt,

This year we will be celebrating New Years Eve right here at home. A few friends will join us to play games and eat more food...lol. It's never ending. I am quite certain we will break out the guitars at some point because a gathering at my house has to include bluegrass.

We will raise a glass to you and yours Kurt,
Donna Ulisse
Answered on 12/29/2011 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Been infatuated listening to 'The Trouble With You". Are you writing from observation or experience?

Whichever, its a great song.

A: Hi Dave,

I'm so happy to know that you are enjoying the song. I love singing it live actually, it's fun!

I wrote that song about my best friends daughter. She was dating a good looking fella and she was very territorial concerning him. Word was that she was thrown out of many a fine bar because she didn't like anyone looking at her man. They are no longer together which might be a good thing....lol.

You take care and have a wonderful New Year,
Donna Ulisse
Answered on 12/29/2011 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Hi Donna,
What's your favorite Christmas meal?
"Merry Christmas" and "A Happy & Successful 2012"
Kurt
ECMA-Radio
"Archangel's Music Corner"

A: hi Kurt!

Sorry for the slow response....i've been EATING!

My traditional Christmas fare is turkey and ham and because Rick and I always cook for a small army we will be enjoying all kinds of leftovers! I love all the fixin's....ALL of them. I will also be enjoying an exercise program in the New Year to rid myself of my favorite Christmas meal....lol!

peace to you and I hope your New Year is filled with happiness,
Donna Ulisse
Answered on 12/29/2011 by Donna Ulisse

Q: Not a question but a chance to say that I'm hoping for you & yours a wonderful Christmas. I do pray nothing but good things for you in 2012
Faye

A: Hello Dear Faye,

Thank you so much for your good wishes! My Christmas was filled with family and friends and LOTS of food....lol. I hope you had an enchanting Christmas filled with blessings and good times.

May your new year be everything you want it to be,
Donna Ulisse

Answered on 12/29/2011 by Donna Ulisse

Q: I'm sorry, but the information about your two Christmas Songs came in shortly after I asked you.
Meanwhile I have downloaded the songs. One of them will be in one of the Advent programs, the other one

A: Oh....I am so excited about you including one of the songs in your program! God Bless you!!!!!

peace,
Donna Ulisse
Answered on 12/08/2011 by Donna Ulisse

Q: don't have no questions....just prayin that GOD lets ya'll keep on keeping on....ya'll sound soooo good ...and may GOD bless ya'll an give you most excellent holidays...my friends..

A: May God bless you too! Your note just made my day :)

peace,
Donna Ulisse
Answered on 12/08/2011 by Donna Ulisse