Dear Natalia, I must say I've never seen or heard anything quite like your cowbell playing. You are amazing and quite musical in the expressivity you were able to get from a tableful of bells. Brava! William Bolcom *Webmaster's note: W. B. is a pulitzer prize winner American composer.

Dear Natalia: saw you sawing away at 14th St. and was mightily impressed. Made me want to buy your CDs. When are you at Avery Fisher Hall? I will try to go. Alan Farnham Forbes Magazine Senior Editor

Hi Natalia! I know you probably don't remember since we didn't speak much today when I came up close to you at the 34th Street station. I'm the young girl who stood by you at around 1:30, while you spoke to an elderly woman and you told her to check out your website. Well, I did and I'm still in awe and now even more so since I viewed your site! You see I'm a visual artist/designer/educator myself and you really inspired me to keep on learning and teaching with your rare sounds. Thank you for the opportunity to hear you! Truly, Vaso Sourlis

Really enjoyed the other night I never heard the saw before and it was so wonderfully soothing and Natalia you have fabulous stage presence too! Congrats Sue Scannel Director of Astoria Performing Arts Center NY

Hi, I met you last night before your performance. I am so impressed. What you do is amazing! The sound is so otherworldly, celestial, and angelic, and your performance is angelic and capricious. I loved it! I think what you are doing is great! Music should be fun, and you certainly have a wide range of unique musical talents! I really like your website too. Turns out that it was you on the radio that my friend Jared heard! Small world... Karen Biehl NY

hi, i heard your playing in the subway today. very nice indeed. i am a composer in the film music and commercial realm. now i know where to look if i ever need a person with your talents. the website is very cool and informative. the manuals are much appeciated. ciao for now, michael montes

Dear Ms. Paruz, I saw your performance at the PDQ Bach concert in December and was pleasantly surprised. I had no idea a saw could produce such a beautiful sound. I thought your performance was excellent. I am interested in becoming part of the e-mailing list. I look forward to attending a future saw concert. Sincerely, Stuart Summer NY

Dear Natalia: My name is Andrew. I am a violinist. Once I saw you play at New York subway and was deeply impressed with a voice of your saw and your technique. Best regards, Andrew Kompaniyets NY, USA

I heard The Swan on tonight's rebroadcast edition of Prairie Home Companion and thought it was excellent. I'd like to have the piece to listen to, but did not see it available on the CD's for sale on your website. Is there anywhere I can get this? Thanks.

Natalia, Well, THANK YOU! you were wonderful, and everybody was charmed by your playing. Thanks so much for coming down and sitting up and playing for us (tall platform and all). Maira and I will keep your number for future parties, you were just a delight to have at the last one. I wish you the best of luck. Cheers, Meaghan

HI Natalia, I am a classical music lover, and admire talented people who play instrument, particular those rare insturment like the saw you play. I could image it must be very difficult at the beginning, for it's not like piano with the fixed keys and violin with fixed finger positions. I was strucked by the tremendous tone and tune. I would be very pleased to listen to your performance when I am in 34th street station area on the way to go to the library at Madison Ave. Have a nice weekend and enjoy nice spring. Shu-hsing

I saw you in the subway today. You were great... I want to buy one of your CD/s which is the slowest and most haunting? Darcey Steinke

Dear Natalia, I heard you playing on the subway today and greatly enjoyed what I heard! At first I thought you were playing the theme to Star Trek - do you ever play that? I'm going to look over your site and try and get your cd. I hope I hear you again. David Bernstein

hi sawlady, i saw u at the 34thst station on 1/3/03 you brightened up my day very very much with your beautiful music and beautiful smile as well .you seem like one of the most unique individuals i ever saw. it was a most surreal experience for me. thank u very much for showing the beauty of life......... robert

hi, i was working the platform on lexington ave today and i saw you performing.(no pun intended).quite a show. i loved it. hope to see u again. are your cds in stores? ....darrin (MTA worker on NYC subway platforms)

I work in the Development/Alumni Affairs department at CIM (Cleveland Institute of Music). I think your web-site is great! Plus your chamber concept of Blades, Bars, and Bows seems very interesting! Congratulations on your Amazing approach to ensemble music!! If you're ever in the Ohio area performing, definitely let me know! Jon Riccio

Hi! You uplifted my spirits so much on a day I needed it...by playing Somewhere Over the Rainbow on your saw. Thank you, your work has the power of angels. Annie New York

Hi I've heard you playing in subway and was quite impressed with it!! Vadim Yakovlev Senior IT developer. New York

I think Natalia is the most gifted and unusual player I have ever heard i love christmas and I really enjoyed Natalia's CD. Kev Hopper London, England

Hi, It's Monday evening, Memorial day and they just played your interview on KFJC here in the SF Bay area in California. Your music is wonderful and the interview was enjoyable. Bill California

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Natalia, I saw you perform at the Union Square station today and I was terribly impressed. Jon Hecht Film director New York City

hi natalia, you have an unusual & interesting profession. i read your resume, & was duly impressed, you have a wonderful web site. regards bobb parlan New York City

Hi Natalia! I saw you last week in the subway... I was very impressed of the lovely music you played an i liked your beautiful smile! I hope that i hear you again the next time when I�m in NY! Anja St�ve Hamburg,Germany

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I saw Natalia in the subway today in New York city, I loved it. Frank Pascuzzi New York

Hello Natalia, I was just going through my journal when I came across the date of September 15, 2002. I was in Prague and saw you in the Namesti Miru Subway stop. The majority of the lines were not in service on account of the recent floods. It was pouring outside and I watched you for nearly an hour. At one point a dog started to sing along with you. The whole experience was magical. I was almost in tears. Thank you for an experience I will always remember. And hey,I even saw myself on the pictures you have posted on your site! I have a picture of you that I will send you as soon as I get my hands on a scanner. Hopefully I will see you play agian soon. Sean. Canada

Hi, The saw is a lovely and way too under-exposed an instrument; thanks for making it more widely known. I'd also appreciate it if you could let me know when your new CD is available. Richard S. Utah

I saw you perform in Penn Station and thought you were great. I have a TV show that airs in over 1 million homes. If you want to send us a video to air, we'd be happy to promote your music. Andrew H. Executive Producer Access Central TV

Heard you in the subway station last week at Times Square and followed the melodious sounds of your saw until I found you at the source -- loved your Ave Maria -- then heard you in the same spot today -- love your music -- wish I had time to stop and listen longer! Happy Holidays to you! Jack M. Creative Director

Dear Natalia, I "saw" you this morning in the subway and I bought your Christmas CD. I was so impressed with your most musical sense of melody and sustain and then I looked at the liner notes to the CD. Well, I must say under that Christmas hat and glasses I thought you were as sweet as your music, and then I looked at the pictures on your liner notes and I must say you are a stunning beauty. Your instrument and sound is so unique and your appearance is so lovely and your resume so impressive along with the courage to perform in the subway even with all your professional credits; you are what star performers are all about. Sincerely, Arty S. CA

Hello, I love the way you play the saw and I want to congratulate you. I'm your fan! I hope some day I will be able to play the saw as wonderful as you do. Sincerely yours, Carlos R. F. Mexico

Hi Natalia, I had seen you perform in Penn Station on my way to work. I thought you were great. Will you be performing in Penn Station at all? If so e-mail me because I work in the area. I'd like to hear you play live again. You brightened up my day on my way to work. Going to your website has made me dust off my old George Crumb records. Now I'm off to the basement to dust off some more George Crumb records. Yours Truly, Tom M. USA

i watched it (the movie 'Dummy', staring Oscar-winner Adrien Brody) last week & it's wonderful. Natalia, you were lovely. nice work! evelyn USA

Beneath Union Square, as I'm leaving the city, I walk by a woman playing the musical saw just as she begins Ave Maria. I stop, listening. It was sung, years ago, at both of my grandparents' funerals, but it was not sung two weeks ago at the most recent burial I had to attend. There are no words this time, but the music is enough, sounding for all the world like an angel humming to herself. I listen, watching her play until it's finished, and whisper silently because my voice won't work that it's one of my favorite songs. R. Meinhart USA

Dear Natalia Saw Lady, Hearing and seeing you play and then talking with you yesterday lent a special dimention to my visit to your city. I was charmed by your performance. As I told you, my mother fell in love with the exotic sound of the saw when she was a child (b. 1906), and she passed on to me the saw her family got for her. I hope I get to hear you again. Thanks to you and thanks to the MTA for adding so much to my day. Sincerely, R. Frey USA

Dear Natalia, I truly enjoyed listening and watching you play. I found your performance very artistic. Sincerely, Irene USA

you played beautifully yesterday - and you are such a joyous spirit - i always enjoy seeing you Sue S. USA

Wow, thats really awesome, I had no idea you could do that! Anyone want to hear something new, but completely awesome go take a listen! Becca USA

Hi Natalia !! when i see you in the subwbay i see one ANGEL Luis USA

I actually find it quite amusing. Its cool though, and I never even heard of anything like saw playing. Well done Owen USA

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Hello SawLady, What kind of saw are you using in your music? It sounds great Nate USA

Hello, my name is Jared Fernandez. I was surfing around on the Internet and happened onto your page and I just wanted to commend you on being such a talented artist. When I first heard samples of your music, I was breathtaken. I wish you luck with your music and urge you to continue to seek your unique way of expressing your strikingly beautiful music. Cordially, Jared F. P.S.-I look forward to the release of your next CD; I hope to be one of the first to hear it. USA

Hello there, I have seen the Saw Lady perform twice already. I was blown away that someone could turn a simple working tool into a thing of beauty. The Saw Lady is awsome. james b. USA

Dear Natalia, I love your website! I am curious if you would consider performing here in Baltimore, Maryland? I strongly believe that there is an audience here for what you do. Thank you for the wonderful music and please keep performing. Sincerely, Ryan T. USA

Natalia....great talent! I certainly do admire your work!!!!! (and the web-site!) Rhythm Board Ray West Virginia, USA

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Dear Natalia, I love the sound samples from the Christmas cd and I will certainly order it. I also look forward to hearing your new cd in December. Your whole project is really interesting, innovative and just brilliant, and I will certainly be back often to read more. Best wishes, Br�d Ireland

Hi, I've seen you in the subway for a long time now. I really enjoy your music. Thanks. Sincerely, Adam N. NY, USA

i often see you play in the union square stop and the way you play - and the way you smile while you play - always brings tears to my eyes!! really! it's so beautiful. thank you so much!!! Rony V. NY, USA

I am a retired professional musician. I spent some time at your web site and I am highly impressed with your musical ability's. Respectfully: Vernon J. Fort Worth Texas, USA

hi there! i saw you in the subway and thought you were fantastic!! looking forward to more subway performances! donna NY, USA

i know this may sound strange but i would like an autographed photo to add to my collection. you are one of a kind and i am sure you know it. thank you! jack f. cincinnati, oh usa

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Natalia.. you were GREAT! Thank you for swinging by, its going to make a very entertaining sequence. You are a very talented lady Best, Bill Kates XM Satellite Radio NY, USA

Hello Natalia, I had the pleasure of meeting you and listening to your music last week as you played in the subway station. It was wonderful. Thank you! I look forward to hearing you play again and feel fortunate to have run into you at "play." My best regards. Gary C. NY, USA

Natalia, I just listened to your song on "All Songs Considered". Very nice. As a carpenter years ago I used to get a few "sound effects" out of my saw but what you do is amazing - a little weird but beautiful and amazing! I think we become what we are supposed to be when we do what we love. I�m always amazed by human ingenuity. It wouldn�t surprise me at all if carpenters in Jesus day knew how to get sounds from their saws. A bad cutting angle and a little bend in the blade is enough to get started. I doubt they developed it to the level you have! What impressed me about your playing is that it must take a very well trained ear and an accurate sense of touch to get the notes so distinctly. It must be something like playing a violin by using the bow and a tuning peg � no fingers on the neck. All the best, John Ohio, USA

Dear Natalia, A friend and I were talking about our favorite Christmas CDs, and she mentioned that she had heard about one with a musical saw but had not been able to find it in the stores. I searched Yahoo for "musical saw," and your site was the second one on the results list. I listened to the audio clips and decided to get one for her and one for me! Unusual and very beautiful. My friend is an avid National Public Radio listener, and she probably heard about your CD there. This will be a great addition to my Christmas music! Thanks! Pauline S. CT, USA

I heard Natalia on WPKN, on Sunday, December 19, 2004. Loved it! Did I see you perform on Prarie Home Companion, at Town Hall, in New York? John H. CT, USA

Dear Natalia, A good friend of mine mentioned to me about you, your music. He also showed me your website. From what I heard so far, I think you're absolutely amazing! Warm holiday wishes to you and your loved ones! Qun C. NY, USA

Natalia, Thanks so much for the notes & music. Your thoughts and music have uplifted & inspired my family and radio listeners. My Best Regards to you and family for a Happy New Year! david Host of Casey Jones Sunday Night Show on WPKN 89.5FM Radio CT, USA

Natalia, Thanks for being so nice and thanks for the beautiful music! Sincerely, Nick M. photographer NY, USA

TO: Natalia Paruz & Scott R. Munson (Bell Composer) Dear Natalia & Scott, You guys were really cherished by our audience. A super hit! A great ending to our Bell Symposium! Great Meeting and working with you! You were Fabjoulous! Best Wishes, Helen Y. American Association of University Women - NYC branch NY, USA

I heard you in the subway today, and was quite taken with your music. Joe S. NY, USA

I play your CD often, who needs to wait for Chrismas anyway? I still can't get over how you make that saw sing. Yeah...so when is Saw Dust coming out? Thinking of you often, Joel GA, USA

Whether Union Square or Times Square, I've always enjoyed your creativity and your energy...it was nice to meet you and I hope you enjoy the picture! Sincerely, Lexie NY, USA

I had an amazing experience yesterday at the 34th Street Herald Square Station. I was heading back home after spending a couple hours riding around looking for old faded advertising signs painted on the sides of buildings. When I went through the gate with my bike, I was immediately struck by an otherworldly musical sound. A young woman was seated and producing the music by running a bow across a saw. The sound was incredible. An even greater joy was the observing the joy radiating from her. My first thought was that this was part of a polished stage presence. After speaking with her between songs, I realized that I was very fortunate to experience someone who so obviously loved what they were doing. heypaul NY, USA

So I was walking to the train the other day when I saw her� the Saw Lady. Yup. This little lady tucked into a corner of the subway tunnels, playing a saw, a big ol� hand-held saw you cut wood with. She was holding it lengthwise and was playing this beautiful, almost haunting, sad melody. I couldn�t tell you how exactly she was playing, she was kind of bending the saw in certain ways and she used a violin�s bow with it but it created a sound just like a woman�s voice, singing a high-pitched melancholy tune. It was pretty incredible. She played it so well� I had no idea saws were used as musical instruments back in the day! I was running late, and could only dare to stop for so long as I watched in fascination but her eerie melodies followed me to my train and settled in my head. Incredible. Sumeet NY, USA

"The Saw Lady," my favorite subway performer. I've only seen her once but she remains unforgettable. I've never regretted letting the 1, 9 go by--twice--without me just so I could hear the rest of her song. adriana NY, USA

Natalia. Thanks for the info. I listened to your music and it's beautiful. Thank you, apo164 USA

Hi Natalia I am truely inspired by your web site. I have been a street musician for about 20 years, starting as a classical guitarist, then mandolinist, then a stilt walking mandolinist. Now I run a stilt walking jazz band. If it were possible I would be off like a shot, around the world, like you, playing my way through any country I fancy, but, ahh, commitments. I also run a mandolin orchestra, in Brighton, England, and we would welcome you coming to England to play with us/me. I printed off your busking memoires so I could read them at my own leisure. Look forward to it. All the best and happy travelling Ian Harris England

Natalia, I listened to your cowbell ringing. WOW! I have a friend who has a set and plays very well, not as well as you, but we won't tell him. Although after hearing you I am sure he would agree. Joyce A. PA, USA

Your saw and bell playing is magnificent! Very enjoyable! Most Sincerely, Allen W. FL, USA

Hi Natalia, I thought the pieces ('Lame Sonore' and 'Hidden Behind Nothing') were great; atmospheric & beautiful. Alison M. NY, USA

Hi there! Im a singer from London. I heard your music on the internet and love it! Sophie P. London, UK

Dear Natalia, Great to know about you and to visit your sites. I enjoyed what I heard at your sites. regards, Steven Feld Prof. of Anthropology & Music University of New Mexico Albuquerque, NM

Dear Natalie, Your career with the Saw is just amazing. I was so happy to know about you through your excellent site. I wish you the best of all, Sara S. composer Israel

Hi, I saw you performing at the 42nd street station and was mesmerized... Jeff S. composer NY, USA

Hi Natalia, It was great running into you the other day. Whenever I'm on the subway and I suddenly hear your beautiful music i immediately get a smile on my face. Toda Raba. shep W. NY, USA

Hi Natalia, I saw you playing the saw at Union Square about a week ago; I stopped to take a card & mentioned that I'm an NYU Grad film student. Your music & performance are incredible; what I heard was heartwrenching. Thanks so much-- Janice A. NY, USA

Hi, I enjoyed your playing in the subway. dan NY, USA

Hi Natalia/Scott The cabaret was so affordable and very nicely intimate and let us get a sense of the musicians' selves and instruments. You have such a sense of movement and presentation, plus the pink sparklys on your bow. The recorded accompanyment was fabulous and subtle. Josie S. NY, USA

Dear Natalia, Best wishes from someone who really enjoyed listening to your music and the humor that you provided, Sydney H. Toronto, Canada

Hi, Natalia: I enjoyed your saw music, your CD, and your beautiful spirit. Blessings, Santa :-)} NY, USA

Hi Natalia, I've enjoyed your work immensely when I've see you in the subway station. You have an incredible talent. Thanks again, Mark M. NY, USA

Dear Natalia, I saw you no the TV last night, you looked great, beautiful and you did nice talking, I'm proud of you^^ I'll watch you on the Tv again tonight. Demi Taiwan

We enjoyed the TV show last night. You were great!! I wish they had spent less time on the stores and developed the stories on you and The Isles a bit more. I read the piece in The Metro on my way home. Pat NY, USA

Ch�re Nathalie, J'ai visit� vos sites et je vous trouve vous et votre musique ravissantes! Bonne continuation � vous, Amiti� Aur�lie G. FRANCE

Hi natalia! I just saw your piece on that show cool in your code...You are really incredible. Shirley B. NY, USA

I really enjoy listening to your music. You are truly a talented lady. Devin W. VA, USA

Hello Natalia, I visited your web by chance.Your music is just great - I didn't have any idea how a saw can sing like a women singer - it's amaging sound! As I'm a musician and sometime do busking,your comments for street performance is very agreeable to me.I live in Europe and play often in Venice.I do recommend you to play there! Ok just I wanted to say you to continue your great music!!! greetings, jutica Venice, Italy

Hello, I love your site - love the music you make with the saw. Find it educational and enriching and would love to use it as a teaching tool. Thank you for your time and gifts Susan L. music teacher NH, USA

Natalia, I saw you. This morning. At the 59th Street subway stop. I was on the opposite platform going to work. I had just entered the station, heard faint strains of your delightful music and, quite naturally, walked toward it. I love your music and the special way you play it. I was about to applaud and cheer you as you finished your piece, but a train on your side intervened. I listened to another piece and wanted to applaud again, but this time the train came on my side. Your music stayed with me as I "listened" intently inside my head to how you would do a super-emotional rendition of "Danny Boy." OK, so I'm Jewish, but it's a great piece. I continued to listen all the way to Wall Street where I work. The song, the music, your style of playing�I tell you, I was getting teary eyed. When I got to work, I wondered if I could find you by googling "musical saw." Surely such a master as you would have some kind of presence or, at least, comments about her. Then BIN-GO!!! You site is more that I expected, but I am definitely not surprised. If you publish notes on upcoming performances to an email list, than please add my name to it. Pleased to meet you, Michael C. Wall Street NY, USA

My dear Natalia: I was watching your video clips, and I'm fascinated... The words "artist", "performer", even "clown" are very small to describe you and what you do. You are more than that, you are an entertainer. It's not only that you perform in a confident, efortless, so pleasant way... You are enjoying yourself so much that you involve your audience in a captivating way... You let them be part of the things you love, and that shows the generosity of your soul. I'm fascinated with your performances, and I do congratulate you with all my heart. Your friend, Marcelo M. PEPPO the Clown Calgary, Canada

Hello ... There is much to be said about YOU...about your TALENTS.... and your SPECIAL INTERESTS!! WOW!! is one thing I can say.... You are some musical and interesting lady. I am a singer/songwriter/musician/recording artist, etc. etc... in Dallas Texas.... I wrote a song, Let Freedom Ring, just after 9/11. This song has gained national recognition.. I noticed on your website that you performed in New York on July 4th for the Let Freedom Ring� national Bell Ringing Ceremony of the LIBERTY BELL... Very nice! I enjoyed looking through your website... and seeing all the wonderful and interesting things you do.. Wow... how fantastic your musical interests.... I read all the reviews..etc. WOW... is what I have to say! You are quite a musician...and certainly a respected one! I watched your clip playing the bells... Austrian, I think maybe? Just terrific... and such a marvelous showman (woman - person) ha Kay S. Dallas, TX, USA

I heard you play "Ave Maria" on NPR a few years ago and it moved me to tears. I was hooked after that. Anyway, went to NYC (first trip there) and walked into the subway and damned if you weren't playing. I almost peed myself! Watched you for a while (thanks!) and took a gander at that tool you use. I really appreciate your art and your time. Thanks! Marsha M. Phoenix AZ, USA

im no one, merely a scribe channeling the spirits of meaning from the senses your music and the pleasure you took in playing it compelled me to write and bear witness to what i heard you are pleasing to both the ear and the eye the sight and the sound of you vy for my humble attention You belong to an orchestra of angels Duben C. NY, USA

Dear Natalia, You play so beautifully. Thanks! Allen W. Deltona, FL

Ms. Paruz: I just read the piece on you in today's NYT's. it's nice to know there are still people carrying on singular traditions and listening in their hearts for the "Music of the Spheres." Best of luck! Paul R. Gurian Film Producer USA

Natalia - you were fabulous on the Don and Mike show! Congratulations! She was on the show today, October 27, from about 4:35 to 4:55 p.m. eastern time. Although it took Don several tries to get her number right, they finally connected. Don and Mike did their typical joking and talking with her, and sounded particularly interested in how Natalia held the saw between her knees (AM radio humor at its most refined!). She played a variety of pieces, including SUMMERTIME and the original STAR TREK theme. It sounded great, even on my tinny staticky AM radio. Diane D. St. Petersburg, Florida, USA

Thanks for taking the time to visit my radio buddies Don and Mike. You were fantastic and very sweet. Good luck! Jack TX, USA

i heard you on the mike and don show.... they're kinda stupid sounding but they do hate bush so i love them... you're awesome. beautiful Mark San Francisco, CA, USA

today i saw you playing 59th street and i was truly amazed !!! i loved your music and wish i could have stayed longer to listen ,but i was on a mission. natalia you are an amazing musician and i can tell you today you made alot of people stop for a minute or two to forget about the daily crap and hear something truly beautiful!!! thank you for that.. d.j. koutsaris NY, USA

I work with the largest music educator in the country. I'm going to post something on our blog, The Practice Room, about your great work. Keep on keepin' on. John R. MA, USA

Heard you on the Don and Mike show and loved it! Steven H. VA, USA

I first heard you on the Don and Mike show. You were not only a fantastic musician, but an entertaining guest. Thanks for the fun! Gene S.F., CA., USA

Hi Natalia, I am facinated by your wonderful talent. I listened to you play on the Don & Mike show yesterday. I would love a signed photo/item of you if you have any. I am a collector of musical items and would love to display yours as well. I have taken many years of musical training and I appreciate the dedication and the passion that you have put into your vocation, thank you very much, please send a signature/autographed item to me. Thanks again Sincerely Dana S. MILLERSVILLE MD, USA

Hi, Natalia. I saw you perform today at the 42nd St. subway in NYC and I was stopped in my tracks by the beautiful sounds of your saw. My best friend, Mary, purchased your cd for me. We have been enjoying it all night. Thank your for your introduction to a lesser-known artform. Busk on! Tony PA, USA

Natalia: well, I parked our car in front of our house (no satellite reception in garage), tuned in your show with a glass of red wine, and enjoyed it! I enjoyed the opening piece of yours & your husband's the most...... anyhow.. congrats..... you must be very pleased... I was imagining what your lovely saw playing would sound like with percussive bells... and even overdubbing haromnizing saw "duets" floating above the bells.....Have you recorded anything with both via overdubbing? You certainly have developed a beautiful voice with that unique sound generator. again, congratulations. Chris k. Newton, NJ, USA

i love your music sooooooooo much Jhon Russia

Hi dear Natalia We love your work. Your doing an amazing job. We read the articale about u at "Laisha" magazin. We loved it. Good luck Zahava, Rahamim, Ophir Israel

Dear Natalia, I was able to pull some of your videos up to see what to do, It was a pleasure to see you, hear your cheerful voice and witness the wonderful humor you entice with your playing. Thank you so much for the tips, You don't know how much I appreciate it. All blessings - John Salt Lake City, UT, USA

Dear Ms. Saw Lady, I once saw you in the Times Square Subway station playing your saw. I am a country comic in the vein of Miss Minnie Pearl. You're great. Most sincerely, Linda H. NYC, NY, USA

A piece like that in the NY Times is huge. Unfathomable. It doesn't happen every day. It can be life changing. Wow! Congratulations. That Christmas CD should be on FIRE this year. Go for it! Peace and love, Bobby RI, USA

Dear Natalia, I read about you and your music in the Oct. NYTimes article and was inspired by your creativity and music. I have received your CD'c and am enjoying them. Thank you, Steven E. RI, USA

Hey Natalia: I just saw you on 'Cool in your code'.. I really admire you..I think what you're doing is terrific. XO CAthy NY, USA

Enjoyed listening to you on Prairie Home Companion. Ed USA

Wow! Natalia Paruz! You're like, famous and stuff. (I'm kind of in awe, because I'm a novice saw player, and you are so freakin' fantastic.) Amy CA, USA

Dear Natalia I am a Japanese guy who had bought your CD at 14th Street Station of New York subway the other day. I sent the CD to my friend in Tokyo who's a learning saw player. And I just got an e-mail from her telling me she has just gotten the CD and start enjoying it right away. She says she got really excited with your music and wants to write me more about how she feels about the CD. I will let you know, if I can manage to translate her Japanese. Cinserely yours; Kota S. NY, USA

Hell-o. Sorry to say I'm not a saw player, just the son of a carpenter. My dad didn't play real songs but could make some neat sounds on some of his work saws. I was reading about saw players and when I hit your site and heard a little of the Christmas music I just had to have it. Thank you, John CA, USA

Dearest Sawlady, I've seen you play in the subway and I've been meaning to get your CD for awhile now. I think it's going to help make it a special Christmas. Thanks again. Paul NYC, USA

Hi I live in sydney australia and im a guitarist. i ve been to nyc a few times and love it i want to get the courage to busk there I admire you travelling and playing, would love t do that Peter Sydney, Australia

Hi Natalia, Thank you so much for joining the festivities last Monday. Everyone really enjoyed the "Saw Lady" including myself. Best, Lawrence Williamstown Theatre Festival MA, USA

Natalia, I had a chance to listen to some of your music, and you have elevated the musical saw to a level of virtuosity I'd never imagined possible. It's nice to hear how it SHOULD be played--me, well I'm just a hack...there's a pun in there somewhere, but I'm not going to touch it. My songwriting has been focused on the string-ed instruments lately. Still trying to find ways to incorporate my saw playing into my live set. I look forward to experiencing more of your music in the near future:) Take care, Nathan Seattle, USA

Your saw music is incredibly beautiful! Jeanne Editor and author NH, USA

Hi Natalia - I saw you perform at Grace Lutheran in Astoria a while back; Needless to say, I enjoyed your performance tremendously, and am happy to have the opportunity to share your music with friends and family this Christmas. Also, I figure I routinely wind up spending money and having nothing to show for it; it made me happy to think I was helping in a small way to get your music out into the world by making a small donation. If you have a mailing list to advise people of performances/appearances/general "busking," please email me. Thanks! Bernie B. Actor Middle Village, NY, USA

cant believe it soo kool gooday heyhey Australia

dear natalia, it was a delight having you play at our church. your music was beautiful! thank you so much. God bless you. pastor kate Morris, CT, USA

Dear Natalia (and Scott), Your work (and Scott�s) is amazing and inspiring! I�ve listened to all the cuts on cdbaby.com/paruz, and many times to Scott�s �Christmas Morning. Phillip S. Elmhurst, NY, USA

Hello! I actually became aquainted with Natalia's music on this website about a year and a half ago. I was so enchanted that have since gotten a saw and enjoy learning how to play on my own. But I have many questions! Thank you Natalia for your beautiful music, and inspiring ways... Marieve T. Cape Breton, Canada

Natalia, First let me tell you how much I enjoyed "Hark! An Angel Sings". It is a true inspiration to saw players. All The Best To You, Charlie S. USA

Hello Natalia, my name is Didi G. I saw you playing at 14th street and loved it. Didi G. NY, USA

Hello Miss Paruz, I have seen your performance in subway once. I was really amazed. I found your contact and was impressed by your portfolio. Happy new year of the Dog! cheers, Joleigh L. NY, USA

Natalia, I always enjoy your playing and also hearing about your adventures. Don H. TX, USA

I "saw" you earlier today. You are remarkable. Every time I come from a lousy job interview, you cheer me up!! Diana M. NY, USA

hi Natalia, I saw a saw on eBay that brought back so many memories. in searching for more information I came across your sight and thoroughly enjoyed your music. I'm at work and gotta go. thrilled, Dave D. MN, USA

Admiro su forma de tocar la sierra. Me gustaria escucharla personalmente. Tengo 43 a�os tocando la sierra y con un repertorio de musica internacional aproximadamente 500 canciones. Rafael C. La Paz, Baja Californis Sur, Mexico

You have quite interesting arrangements to your songs. Its really different. Liam S. UK

Saw Lady!!! Certainly hope to see you beneath the city sometime. You're delightful! Laura NY, USA

Hello Saw Lady, I am truely inspired by your saw playing; how did you come to master such a unique instrument? Shay TX, USA

Your saw playing is very inspiring! Jules ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN, USA

Your music is beautiful--when I win the lottery, I shall finally purchase all the music I want. Thank you Eisenhower TX, USA

Love you Saw Lady! Hi there Ms Saw Lady extrodinarie! My name is Maia and I had the pleasure of hearing your perform and play your saw in the subway 42nd and Broadway! I actually also saw you on "Cool in your Code" on NYC TV! Love what you do with that lovely sound and can't wait to see you perform at the Tribeca Film Festival! I am a filmmaker myself and one day soon would love to feature you and your music as well! Please stay in touch and keep making those beautiful sounds that all the world will soon love and enjoy! All the best, Maia NY, USA

Hi, Natalia, I never get tired of listening to your Christmas album and I have a question. Your technique is superb and I wish I could SEE you playing instead of just hearing you. My question has to do with tremolo. It seems you use very little except when a note is held and even then it is just a faint effect that is just perfect to enrich the tone. Can you clue me in as to how you accomplish the task? I also appreciate the way you are able to snap from note to note and still land right in tune. Having played trombone in my youth (gosh, that is a long time ago) I can understand that this is due to the many hours you have spent playing. Wishing always the best, Don H. TX, USA

Hi Natalia! I talked to you in the subway today at about 2 o'clock. I really liked your playing! Adam NY, USA

Hey Natalia, i just found you on David Coulters page and your playing is great :) take care Kev. Liverpool, UK

Hi Natalia, I found you on my friend Byron's page and was highly pleased! My son and I saw you perform at the Utah Arts Festival a few years ago. REALLY enjoyed your music and we both still look for you at the Festival every year. Byron is an amazing saw player as well, but I think your my son's first real love. ;-) Thanks for sharing the music! Peace and Love, jen S. UT

Hi Natalia, just heard you and Scott on "Kol Hamusica" and you were simply fantastic! We enjoyed Scott's piece for piano, flute and saw in particular. wish you great success with your music, Goldoolins ISRAEL

Dear Natali and Scott Your last performance in Beyt leyvik was wounderful. best regards Daniel ISRAEL

I am visiting from Germany and will be returning there this Monday May 8. I saw you at Union Square / Times Square and thoroughly enjoyed your performance. I would like to know where you are performing between now and May 8 so I can come hear you again. Karen S. Germany

My husband saw your performance in the subway one day and can't wait until I can see a performance, too. He thinks you are the best. I see you are performing in Underground NYC from 5/22-27/06. Please let me know your locations and dates. Thanks so much. Looking forward to seeing you soon. Patricia E. Queens, NY

Your music is absolutely haunting and so, so beautiful!!!!!! Jennifer NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA

Hiya! Since I'm nosy, I naturally had to check out your website. Being slightly (which is code for completely) ignorant about saw music, it was surprising...it has almost an operatic quality to it. I enjoyed it very much. Isn't the internet great? Where else would I get the chance to meet a professional musical saw player from New York? Thanks again! Wayne, ILLINOIS

Hey I saw you perform in the Union Square Subway station near the L-train... I enjoy your unique talent for your genre of music... xoxo Shaun Brooklyn, NY

I found your site randomly, and I was like, hm, wonder what that sounds like, as I'd never heard a saw played before. And lo and behold, it rocks. Pretty much. Dave Maineville, OHIO

I used to live in NYC, and have fond memories of seeing when you were playing at the Union Square station. It always made me happy to see how happy you were! LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY

hey this is some of the coolest music ive ever heard. Thanks for the listening pleasure and keep it up. Jon D. POINT PLEASANT BEACH, New Jersey

you sounded preety cool. but was that the saw making thoses singign noises or yourself. Princess (16 years old) Harlem, NY

Natalia.... I find your music wonderfully haunting!!! In a very GOOD way!!! Sort of etherial(sp?)yet with energy, too. Serene. HAVE A BLESSED WEEK!!! Your friend, Cheryl L. Orlando, Florida

I'm very impressed with your original compositions. It's some of the most complex saw playing I've heard. Doc San Francisco, CA

I saw you in Dummy and you play my favorite song in Delicatessen:) Good luck with your career. I love your music. xo, Tara NY

Your music is awesome! Marcus R. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

Hey Natalia, I did indeed hear your music in the subway and to be quite honest, i was completely blown away. Peace, Rob L. Film Maker NYC, NY

Aloha! Quick question I've been meaning to ask: did you write the music to those recordings you have on your myspace as well as perform them? I like them all, but I have to say Changes is my favorite. Ed Chicago, IL

Beautiful sawyering! A cut above the rest. I play saw on a few of my songs, but not like that. Al D. Brooklyn, NY

wow! you're amazing. Steve Winchester, Virginia

HEY! YEA I SAW U IN UNION SQUARE U WERE AWESOME!!! TAKE CARE Stacie Manhattan, NY

I actually did not personally see you in the subway station. However, a friend of mine did, mentioned you to me, and remembered your myspace page, which led me to check it out. I think your music is very interesting, and I'm glad there's someone like you out there finally being innovated in the field of music these days. Harry Plattsburgh, NY

Hi! I'm always interested in unique forms of music... and it does'nt get much more unique than playing the saw. Pretty interesting. Keep it up! Josh Florida

hey Natalia, your music is great! Rhodes Rome, GA

yeah, i like your tunes. i hope a lot of people will get to enjoy and appreciate your magic. dig the bells! Jared Northampton, MASSACHUSETTS

Glad I found you! I saw you playing at one of the subway stops in NYC when I was there last week. Super cool! Dan NAPA, CALIFORNIA

Hi Natalia, I was so delighted and charmed by your interview, that I've been working on your portrait ever since...and I've posted it, along with your interview, in the new Subway Musicians section of Overlooked New York: http://www.overlookednewyork.com Your portrait and interview are one of my very favorites! Thank you so much for participating in Overlooked New York! And thank you for helping to make this the best city in the world! Hi Tim, (Tim is the head of Music Under New York) Natalia was a terrific interview and full of brilliant artistry and energy and fascinating stories! Zina Saunders Author & artist Overlooked New York New York, NY

Natalia, Always a pick me up to see a write up about you! Judy K. New York, NY

It's amazing you can play that beast at all, let alone perfectly in tune and actually keep rythm and melody. I'm very impressed. -Steve Winchester, Virginia

interesting music. i wish more people used saws to make music instead of cutting down trees. mr. marmot Colorado

Natalia; much talent there NYC, NY

VERY, VERY NIICE. I ENJOYED LISTENING TO YOUR MUSIC ALOT. DEEP Illinoy

you play saw. that is so cool. If only you were in our vicinity so you could play with us. Sigh. Shirley we saw a putty cat. bwahahaha. Cheers and pandas. Vancouver B.C- Werd, Canada

thank goodness you're here to represent for the saw as a musical instrument, it's much undervalued. ARLINGTON, Virginia

Hello Natalia, You are playing very beautifully. I admire the strange art of saw playing, it's so soft and vocal, so unbound and yet so distinct and unique. It seems like coming from the atmosphere itself. I've heard it once in a village in Jutland when I was a little child. It was an old man, and he was playing some traditional tunes. But of course, you are bringing it into the sphere of art! greetings from Copenhagen, Christian Copenhagen, Denmark

Hey Saw Lady, Great stuff. When we're in the area(sometime next year) we'd love to have ya play a wee bit with us. Cheers, Mouse FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

so beautiful....what an amazing sound... Juju SEATTLE, WASHINGTON

Lovely saw work. Kevin Patrick Baiko Virginia Beach, Virginia

Excellent music! like a beautifully pitched theremin or an angelic voice. thanks for keeping the world an interesting place! all the best! scott PANAMA CITY, Florida

I enjoy your work. Paul Atlanta, Georgia

I never knew the saw could sound so beautiful! You're amazing! Anna Mason, OHIO

Hi Natalia, I saw you performing today in the Times Sq. Subway station and thought you were wonderful. I wanted to stop, but was on my way to an appointment. Thanks for livening up my day with your beautiful music! Alicia Miller Fort Lee, NJ

you are a very good inspiration. marta Denmark

hello awesome.............very nice work i want this played at my funeral Cotton Sweetwater

Hey Natalia.. I just want to say I am flabberghasted at the tonality of your saw playing. You can't go any further yet any simpler to conjure up such a sweet, sweet sound and you have a fan in me for life. :) Chris Hawaii

I'm very proud to be your friend. Wonderful playing. All the best and take care with sharp objects - As my mama used to say, "you could take your eye out with that thing!" Michael H. London, Stoke Newington United Kingdom

Just beautiful, Natalia! Amazing playing. Have you ever thought of going electric? Kira V. and Joseph B. LOS ANGELES, California

You do really great work: kudos and bravo! Perhaps you'd like to sit in next time we're in NYC? (Why are you laughing? I'm serious!) Industrial Jazz Group LOS ANGELES, California

saw lady, yes i did see you on the subway and loved your music. keep it up! rocknroll LOS ANGELES, California

Hey Natalia It's always great to see your friendly face out there cause' you give so much of yourself to your music. You'll be on Letterman soon enough! See you Soon, Heth New York, NY

Natalia, Your saw playing is fabulous and so unique. I really love it. Keep sawing! :) Scott G. Corona, California

tried to play the saw and just cut myself... you have an uncanny ear ... so very cool Matz Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Dear Natalia: Indeed, I did see you in the subway--in Union Square yesterday morning! I'm always impressed by your playing because (1) you're the only saw player I've ever seen in the subway, and (2) because you always look so happy to be playing and enthused by your music! I look forward to seeing you again! Matt NYC, NY

Hi Natalia! your sound is amazing! your saw looks alot better than mine, did you have it made specially for you? a friend of mine told me about you a few weeks ago, she saw you play at the subway. will you be playing somewhere this weekend? we are coming to NYC tomorrow to play on a festival called Bang on a can, i�d love to be able to catch you play! have fun with you music, Hildur from amiina Reykjavik, Iceland

It's great what you do! Tomtom Gloggnitz, Lower Austria

I think you are GREAT and THANK YOU for making me smile here in New York City. Christopher B. NYC, NY

hello I think that your music is marvelous and i hope that you can accept me as a friend on MySpace. I can't wait to add at my profile "Morning" .... What a beauty melody. Your music is such a beauty and i will share at myspace with all my friends. Congratulations . You are a perfect Star. Ana San Fransisco, CA

Not only is your music beautiful, but your site looks wonderful and your pics are exquisite... Gorgeous...rock on Angel of the Saw... Peace and light... Nicola NYC, NY

I have listened to a couple of your tracks on my space which I linked to from my brothers page and I was amazed! What an awesome sound! I never realised that a saw could be played so beautifully! You are a brave musician! Keep up the good work. Nina United Kingdom

Wow! Your music is great!.. Shannon Stockton, CALIFORNIA

Hey Natalia, I have to come to your site at least 3x a week to get my "morning" fix. I love that song, and your saw is the sweetest saw there could ever be! Chris S. Hawaii

I enjoyed what I heard Thanks Daniel CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA

Hei Hei, it�s very nice to see (and hear) that there are people who play so much different kinds of instruments and music. you�re definitely one of these. your saw skills are great. it�s joy to listen to your work. thanks for this. best wishes, Roderich Germany

Natalia, it's a privilege to meet you and hear your exquisite music :) Kari T. Riverside, Rhode Island

Hi natalia, I have listened to some of your music and I have to say I'm very impressed. :) All the best to the big stairs.. eehhhh big pairs.. big apple whatever. :) Helgi Iceland

Incredible saw playing!I'm very impressed! Tore Morten A. Troms�, Norway

Simply wonderful! You truly raise saw playing to new heights! Gutbucketeer aka Jim B. Washington DC, Maryland

Hi Natalia Thank You for being such a wonderful ambassador of the saw. Keep it up, keep smiling, and enjoy musical creativity. Best regards, David W. Colorado

Hi, I love your music. You really make that saw sound great. Laetitia Portugal

Natalia... I play a Stanly 26.. My tone is not nearly as pretty as yours. I think your saw playing is wonderful, and I have always wanted to play a glass harmonium also.... Take care, Rusty 3rd generation saw player NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE

I'm loving all this-especially 'goodbye' Kindest Regards The KEITELS England

Your music is splendid! if you ever come perform in California please let me know: I wouldn't miss it for the world! Joy to you, Auntie Om CA

I love your music! Rhonda VACAVILLE, CA

hi natalia. i checked out your music. it's quite haunting and beatiful. i would love to have sounds like that in my music. keep in touch. fran los angeles, California

the saw is just silvercolour and not colourfull the feeling is so cold and cruel but the sound is so warm and pureness from the cold saw i could be allright my finger to getting bleed if i got the possible to touch the saw which this beautiful saw lady named natalia plays beautiful sound with soul.. be pleasure and dropping what i feel about you in gratitude happily... xoxoxox from Japan Kirari Japan

hey :) Many years ago, well 10-15 to be exact, I remember stories about people playing saw blades, and things of the sort, as instruments. I can honestly say that seeing and hearing you do it has giving me a new perspective on the matter. You're amazing and I hope that you achieve your goals and in turn get repaid for your dedication and talent to something that not many people venture into. Perhaps you could give me a bit more of an in depth description of how you do what you do and how you stay in key, etc. I'd love to learn about the art of playing a saw :). Harley B WHITE MARSH, Virginia

Hello natalia it is be first..but be briliant to be able to do drop this line for you with my love and passion from here..Japan i just should love to do say thanks a lot for letting me have such a chance to listening such a beautiful sound from your saw on your page my name is shiho song i am from kobe japan a 26 year old well i have to do say thanks at first as a fan...because i am one of person who found your music out and became a fan! but i feel thanks a lot for you:) i really really getting moved my soul by your saw playing i would love to get the album that adding on your space page! if you do tour somewhere in this world i shall be glad to be able to do fly the place to see you! sending heaps of love and flowers for you shiho from Kobe Japan Japan

I recently came across your profile and found your music to be very intriguing. I am always glad to meet good musicians. Such beautiful music! I really enjoyed hearing it. I always heard it was possible to play a saw but never heard anyone do it. Thanks! Mystic Keys COLUMBUS, Ohio

you go! Anyone who can look so ecstatically happy at 9 am on a Monday in the Times Square subway station deserves a big "shout out". Here it is. Ross BROOKLYN, Ohio

Your music is exquisite, illuminating. I had no idea that angels' voices could be coaxed from a saw. An extra-big "Thank you" for the beautiful, magical sounds. Kudos to you and your husband for creating such beauty. It makes me happy to listen to it. Nonna TACOMA, WASHINGTON

I like very much your music. TGN, Spain

you have a musical heart. Alex Cologn, Germany

I think: - playing a saw is absolutely grazy - making fine music out of it, is a stroke of genious morten_h Copenhagen, Denmark

you're a great compositor nice sounds you've got ;) good bells ... nice musical saw cheers a+ Kluster Bounce saint nazaire, loire atlantique, France

hey natalia! i'm the icelander from amiina, it was so fun to meet you and see you play in person. i've never seen anyone play the saw so skillfully as you do. you've inspired me to practise alot more:) i really hope i'll be in amerika in september, it would be so fun and interresting to come to your party! keep having fun and stay in touch! best, Hildur Reykjavk, Iceland

You fill my soul with different sounds & melodys!!! Be most blessed! DC YUBA CITY, CALIFORNIA

the saw has to be the trickest instruement to play well, besides a church organ or a theremin, I'm very impressed. keep it up. Patrick Canning St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada

I love your unique music. Take Care Lunar Mansion CA, USA

God Bless you I LOVE YOUR MUSIC :-) Pastor Ralph Berlin, Germany

This is gorgeous saw music, I have been exposed to a little through Reggie Miles and "That One Guy" but yours is orchestrally the most beautiful I have heard. Stacy P. Chicago, Illinois

Hi, Natalia; I love your music. I'm glad you like "Sawing a Lady in Half"...I will be recording it for my new CD in the coming months: would you like to sit in???? Craig Boston, Massachusetts

I've always loved, loved, loved the sound of the saw. When I was young, had I not affection for the slide-trombone, I'm sure I should have picked up the saw. Too bad, there was never anything suitable in the tool shed. Imagine what you could do with a few coybow and Swiss yodelers in harmony with a couple of theramens and your saw... it boggles. Come to think of it, the saw would go nice with Luciano Pavarotti, Itzhak Perlman, Uli Jon Roth, Robert Fripp, Mars Attacks! and tall Peet's latte, too... Seriously, love the music; your tone is quite cutting, gorgeous. Good luck with your music. It's vital. All my best, John SAN FRANCISCO, California

well im not used to hear to your kind of music, although i like your music very much..... it takes me to another world---- i love music :) Paco mexico city, Mexico

the sound of your soul is extremely beautyful we wuld realy love to play with you you realy rock girl Aleister -Endless curse Quebec, Canada

Natalia - You are to the musical saw what Clara Rockmore was to the theramin. Amazing stuff! Doug CHICAGO, Illinois

Hi, Loved your music! I will remember about your angelical playing whenever I will need something special! Take care Alex L. Astoria, NY

I really love your playing! The haunting voice of your saw!! Best Bon Mexico City, Mexico

Hey, Sawlady! Much love coming froma veteran Theremin player here! Loving your stuff! Would love to get you to do a guest spot on my album. If only! Have a BEAUTIFUL weekend! John Conahan PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania

It's Brilliant Music! Great Sound! luv V E I N SALEM, Massachusetts

Roma te saluta! Greetings to you and to your original art! Anxur Rome, Italy

.....BIG GREETINGz & PURE tHANKz...... ..TRULY TRULY AMAZING WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH THE SAW.EXTREMELY PEACEFUL... Dub SEATTLE, Washington

Gosh, you play all my favorite instruments that nobody plays. We'll look for your LP. Edward NY

I'm glad you like it, amazed by what you can do on the saw Thankyou MC Squared UK

Hey there, You are great Talent and I am very very happy to have met you. Keep it up. Rowan NJ

VERY COOL. ALOT OF CONTROL.DO YOU HAVE TENOR AND BARI SAWS AS WELL? A WHOLE MUSICAL CONCEPT...JUST CREATE...THANKS FOR YOUR TALENT! Peter P. Somerville, NJ

I grew up in VA...my Great uncle is Ralph Stanley..so I'm use to your kind of music. Awesome job...stay in touch! Don North Carolina

We really Luv Your music very relaxing just what I needed! wish You Great Sucsess! PEACE LOVE & MUSIC! Your Friends BROKN ARROW!! BRILLION, Wisconsin

You truly are a master of the saw, love the music. Hope to hear more from you. rock on, A.J S. Austin, TX

The saw makes me well up. I love it. David V. UK

you are quite the talent! From cowbells to saws to folk art, you must stay busy! ;^] All the best, ~Kort BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

Hi Natalia. I love your music. Your saw has a very haunting voice and it works beautifully with the piano. Lovely stuf!! Hope to see you perform around this side of the globe sometime. Peter Limerick, Ireland

I've never heard saw playing like yours. both max and whip from timesbold play saw pretty well, but could not hold a candle to you. just be careful with that thing! uj BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

Hi! This is Michael aka. miqel. Your tone and sound is awesome on the saw! Who needs a friggin theremin, lol, the saw has better harmonics. The songs on your profile are quite beautiful (i'll be back to listen more!). Keep up the fantastic music! ~miqel BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS

interesting i've never heard a saw played before now. pleasure listening... be well jonathan Dallas, Texas

Hi Natalia, i've never met anyone who plays the saw before and for me you're an absolute inspiration. Take care and have a great weekend Diane Ballymena, Northern Ireland

Greetings from Halifax Nova Scotia Canada. Natalia, that is some of the most beautiful music i have ever heard. You are a really gifted saw player. Amazing !!! Almost like a theromin..... but better. So full of melody, mood and madness. I love it. Will you be in the UK at all in the near future? What kind of venues do you normally play, theaters, halls, clubs, pubs, all of the above? Thank you. All the best to you and your cats. Lots of love, Gabriel Minnikin Halifax Nova Scotia Canada

HI Natalia, Your music is quite unique and inspiring. I'm glad that your keeping this type of music alive...... Best Of Luck In All That You Do....... Lunar Manssion

Beautiful music! I love it. I'm also a big fan of red heads in general. John Chicago, IL

You and the Saw are one. Great sounds & Space. Keep it coming. Kristian Long Island, NY

Good Evening Saw Lady, You are a particularly fine and gifted Sawyer and Campanologist. A real pleasure to make your acquaintance. All the best. Michael Manchester, United Kingdom

Hi Natalia, You make strange and beautiful music... How do actually make a tune with the saw - is the note higher the more you bend it? Careful you don't cut yourself! Are those Austrian cowbells?? All the best from Vienna, Stephen Vienna, Austria

Hey there, Very cool use of the saw, impressive! Keep up the good work Pettersson & Fredriksson Ume�, V�sterbotten, Sweden

Keep up the amazing work! Donna ARKANSAS

you're very talented keep it up. bless Empress Brooklyn, NY

Hello Natalia ~ Your music is so fascinating - I love your approach and style. All the best, Peter TRENTON, Michigan

Your music is phenomenal. I can never resist a good, singing melody. The tone of the saw has always vexed me. John D. San Francisco, CA

Wow i cant believe im accually talking to you, this is amazing! most cool artisits dont respond, but you take care of all your fans. I like that i want to get your cd but i cant. i cant buy things online...do you know if i can get it in a local store? fronc Long Island, NY

a few of us try to play the saw but none have reached this level of control you are an education Timesbold Band Portland & NYC

Hi there! your website's BRILLIANT! i listened to you play at the Town Hall on west 43rd street (i love the crazy american numbered street names, they sound like movies to me) in New York, 2000. I was BLOWN AWAY! you're certainly gifted, a natural talent for pitch. you sounded really confident and like you were enjoying yourself on stage. i love your accent! there must have been houndreds of people there! do you still play in the subway? i'm going to try to set up a paypal account and get your cd, then if you didnt mind, i could practise along with it. Diane Ireland

love your music natalia... fran LA, CA

Hi Natalia, As everyone knows, you're the greatest. Yours, Jeremiah Brooklyn, NY

Hi Natalia, Pretty name! WOW,,, I cant believe how beautiful your music is. You are a very talented lady. I wish you the best with your career. Keep up the good work! Hugs, Mary NJ

Amazing! I like the song "Morning" the best. You have GREAT control over your instrument. You about the only person that I know that if any heckler insults you live you could cut them in half with your instrument...try doing that with a flute..... I have not ever worked with a musician like yourself. Maybe someday we can. You definitely have the skill. Randy V. Simi Valley, California

Keep on making that good music! HUGS! Mel NJ

Im unable to find the proper words to descripe both you and your music so Ill just say "WOW". Andy C. CT

Oh neat! Saw Lady! I just bought The Black Rider by Tom Waits a little while ago and was noticing that all the musical saw was by the same guy, and thinking how cool it would be to be a professional musical saw player. AND NOW LOOK WHO I'VE STUMBLED ACROSS! C...can i move to New York and be mentored by you? Also, can you imagine some kind of...musical saw playing outlaw? One who murders AND plays music on the VERY SAME SAW? I think there's potential there... Cap'n Marshall Canada

Hi, I really enjoyed listening to your saw. It's pretty and haunting, not in a creepy way though. Is there any solo saw pieces on your cd? Bob S. SARASOTA, Florida

Hello Natalia, I really love the sound you get from the saw. Your mastery of it more than admirable. I hope we can get together and do a show together sometime. Kind Regards, Joe/EH BURLINGTON, Vermont

I know that I'm a folk musician. I speed up all the time. I practice with a metronome now. When I hear music like your's I love it. You take it far more seriously than I ever did. I love your song, 'Changes', by the way. I think what I love about the saw is that it wonders. It has a sound that wants to be somewhere. It might be the perfect instrument. John CHICAGO, Illinois

hey, we actually love what you do and think it is so interesting. It would be cool to see you live someday or even play with you somehow. Angela Coopersburg, Pennsylvania

Wow! This is AMAZING!! Carol Alban - Flutist and Composer San Francisco Bay Area, California

Hi Natalia! Is there any way we can maybe order your cd?? Our cello-player has just started to play singing saw, he`ll go banana`s when hears about you! Have a great weekend! All the best, Julie The Hague, Netherlands

i Really love the saw, my father used to play it when i was a child, but ofcause not half as good as you. We are very impressed here in Denmark... Love, Ellert Denmark

You are an amazing saw player! I have been playing for a little less than 2 years now. Your playing is so persise. Renee SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Hi, Natalia! It was a delight meeting you in the Times Square subway station today. I posted one of the photos I took to my flickr account along with a link to your web site. I hope I get to run into you again soon. Can you really tap dance while playing the piano? That's quite a feat. Harris NYC, NY

Hello Natalia, I loved your music. It is so unique compared to most artists today. Congratulations on your successes, I am sure there will be many more. How do you write for the saw? Are there many compositions intended for saw, or do you arrange most of them yourself? In any case, it sounds great. I'd love to write a piece for saw someday, so any help/answers would be appreciated. Talk to you later, -CDD Costas Dafnis Coldwater, Michigan

Hi Natalia, My saw playing is coming along just fine :) (Haha I liked that picture, that's exactly where I found the saw I currently use) I haven't found a saw yet, but I am looking! I haven't felt that gut feeling that tells me I've found the perfect one. But I'm trying new techniques with my playing; that "wobbly" sound is hard to master. Your music is very motivating though. I hope I can one day play like you do :) It's amazing how many people you have played with, including an orchestra. The saw adds a lot more beauty to the piece. Do you plan on performing with any other people soon? Anna Ohio

waaaa...you are a really great lady......!!!!!!!!!! I love your music very much...! especially, I love "morning" I started to practice saw, it is very difficult.... but I love saw's sound. my dream is I want to play like you someday^^ see you... mai Tokyo, Japan

hi , wonderfull and magical songs very beautifull... i like to discover music, and your page was a good surprise , the musical saw sounds oniric great music. bye fred toulouse, France

I did see you on the subway, which is how I found your myspace. As I was passing by in Union Square the other day I caught your myspace URL and I admired your music so I thought I'd add you. Keep up the good work! =) -david Brooklyn, NY

I came across your profile when I was looking at the profile of The Crowd Scene (two of the band members are family friends of mine), and I thought, "Musical Saw...that seems interesting..." Your music is absolutely beautiful :) I stopped playing piano a little over a year ago due to a few personal reasons, but it's unique and enjoyable music like yours and my friends that reminds me that as musicians we make people happy, so I'm thinking of taking it up again. -Virginia Sterling, VA

Hello! I have been to your website many times, you are the reason I got into playing the musical saw!!! My twin sister saw you play in Grand Central one time and told me how amazing you were, about a week later I happened to walk into a music store in Portsmouth New Hampshire and found an alto "Valley" musical saw... I have been playing now for about 5 years. I would love to meet you sometime and play some songs together! I love your music!!! Take care, Johnnie D. VT

hey saw lady i love the music. keep playing those wonderful soundes you play. ~JoE~ NJ

Hi, Your musik is wild. Really intriguing and original. Keep it happenin an stay solid. Chiasmus Musical Theatre United Kingdom

Your sound is amazing, you make it sing like a person, it is so breathtaking. I would love to someday record a saw on cylinder or other media. I recorded Al Duvall on wax a few years back. Shawn Justice, ILLINOIS

Natalia - I've been quite impressed with the way you draw the voice from your singing saw. It's lovely! I don't know of any other artist, whom I've heard so far, who can do this in the pleasing way that you do. When it's done right, it is a wonderful experience for the listener! Thank you! I see you've done bell choir too, and love PDQ Bach as well. Thanks for the add, and for the great sounds - You've won me over to your music - so glad I found you here. Cheers! JL SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS

I've never heard saw played so musically. It sings like a voice in your hands. Thank you for spending the time to learn to play that beautifully. David Coulter in the play "Black Rider" by Willian Borroughs with score by Tom Waits was very good. Great intonation and a good sound. However, I think you have one of the best sounds I've ever heard come from a saw. Darrell L. WOODLAND HILLS, California

Dear Saw Lady, Very beautiful stuff. Your saw is very cool, did you get it like that? or customize it yourself. (the handle and everything) i use a stanley 26" and it can hurt your hands sometimes! but you should know that you are WAY COOL. and i wish i still lived in nyc, i would totally come see you play. take care, and KEEP THE SAW ALIVE! - Thomas Illinois

When I got on your page, I thought that it would be amusing to listen to those strange sounds... but at the very first notes, I realized it was simply beautiful. You make musical saw sound so human. You let it breathe to reach the notes so perfectly. It sounds so human and also so close to nature, to earth heartbeat, to earth breath. You give some air to music and incredible pure sounds, notes, melody to air. You touch perfect circle, perfect cycle, perfect harmony. Lady Natalia Paruz, it is not just music you are creating ; it's the essence of life and love. Nonosse Bordeaux, France

Your music is great! Love, TCH Colchester, Connecticut

Natalia, good health! As you wish I was selected as the winner at that Photo Contest! Just arrived home I had the opportunity to hear your great CD. You play divine! You're a great artist and I will show the contest's pictures to my friends with your music on... I am enclosing some pictures of you. I hope you enjoy them. Sincerely yours, Roberto Gomes. from far away. (Popular Photography magazine 'Photographer of the Year' 2006 winner) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Hi Natalia, I played with the Westchester Phil BTW, but not when you played with them. Excellent tunes, you have a one of a kind gift. Good Luck, David Cleveland, Ohio

I love what you're doing with the music! Edith Florida, USA

I've seen you play in the subways many a times. but never inturupted to say hello. I dig your stuff, its really cool! Best to you Jeff FIorello dot com NYC, USA

Hi, Natalia, Your song is still my favorite. I wanted to tell you that a new friend from MySpace commented that it's the best saw playing he's ever heard...and until hearing it didn't have much a positive opinion of the art form. He likes the way it works with my page. Thanks and cheers! Nonna Washington, USA

You are a credit to all of us saw players! -Joel Clark UTAH, USA

Hi Natalia! Congratulations again! I guess playing in the subways and on the streets of New York City has been really a benefit for you!!! You are always being featured on TV and radio, in books and magazines, plays, movies, recordings... The list goes on and on! You must have a big trophy room to house all your awards, certificates, copies of recordings, videos, etc., etc.! And the GREAT thing about you is that you are a warm, concerned, caring person that anyone can talk to!!! In case some of you on the Yahoo Musical Saw Group don�t know, Natalia Paruz is a towering fountain of knowledge about the musical saw, and consistently contributes interesting articles for �The Saw Player News� - the newsletter for the IMSA (International Musical Saw Association). Morgan Cowin, President International Musical Saw Association IMSA: www.SawPlayers.org San Rafael, CA, USA

Hi Natalia! Thanks for the Power point file (of Delancey Street Rag/Scott Munson - for 25 pitched cowbells and piano)! I finally was able to listen to it (I had to bring it to work). I enjoyed it a lot! I have to say...the whole classical aspect of what you do is nice and relaxing, but it was really fun to hear a jazzy version. My only complaint is that I wish it was longer :). I have to say, I REALLY enjoy Scott's piano. It really blends well with both the bells and the saw. Not being a musician, I dont know if they just naturally go togther or you guys are doing something to make them sound so good togther, but either way, it sounded great! I have to ask...do you always look so happy when you're performing? I've seen other people mention it in posts to you but Ive obviously never seen it myself. Its very infectious, and it doesnt look fake like you see some people on tv do, when its obvious theyre just out there doing a job (I suspect I have much the same look when I'm working, the fake one I mean, not yours :) Congrats on the Spike TV thing too. Good luck on all the stuff you have going, I know you'll do great on it.... Ed IL, USA

Natalia! Thanks SO much for your beautiful playing and wonderful spirit! Here's to many more! Love, Mary Kay McGarvey Soprano singer IL, USA

Thanks for the inspiration! I have always toyed with the saw as a percussion instument, but have never attempted it with the bow till eariler this month. The Mighty Porkfist SHOREHAM, NY, USA

Hi, Just a quick HI to say I loved you music; glad I got a chance to hear it. Tom P. NEW YORK, New York, USA

Natalie your music mesmerizes me. What a cool sound. Jonathan Clay San Marcos, Texas, USA

I see you every morning on my way to work and love it! I play in a band and I am scoring a film for fashion week. I was wondering if you would poss. be interested in playing on a project or 2? Best, Jessica NYC, NY, USA

The music is astonishing Dan MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE, USA

The Puppet Head is amazed by the music you manage to wring out of that piece of steel. Just amazing! What does one call a saw player, a sawist? Sawyer? Enjoying the music! The Puppet Head Lake Dallas, TEXAS, USA

Music is enchanting! Page is beautiful! You are just TOOT SWEET! Viaticum Vespers PENNSYLVANIA, USA

saw you in the subway you play really good Mia NY, USA

Your music is so beautiful, the saw produces such a hypnotic sound.... Matt Suffolk County, NY, USA

I imagine how magic it would be to come to New York, to go to the underground and to hear, then to listen to, then to recognize that supranaturally human voice you're able to give life to. And then to follow the sound and to finally found you romantic Natalia, you and the beautiful smile you have on every pictures and videos. Pure moment of grace. Nonosse Bordeaux, France

my mom and my sister did and they liked your music very much ...they made me listen to it and now i love it too. JESSENIA 17 years old bronx, NY, USA

Natalia, I have seen you in the subway several times and have always been severely impressed with your playing. Joe Astoria, NY, USA

i saw you from across the subway station and we made eye contact while you played the saw. i was deeply moved to the point of a religious experience. keep it up. Jonathan T. NY, NY, USA

Hi my name is Jessica I saw you today August 30 at 14 street I am the girl that wears glasses and has a pony tail. I like how you can take a saw and use it to play music. I am at 14 street alot and I see you sometimes there playing the saw and i just stand there for a mint and see how you play that. It is so geat that you could do that. I put your music on my comuter and I listen to it alot because I like your kind of music. I am going to tell my friends about your music. Your music is great. I told one fried how I see you play the saw and they just can not believe that a saw could be play and make nice music. Take care and have a good day and keep up the good work on you playing the saw. I am going back to 14 street on Friday and maybe you will be there. I will be with my Dad. You would know it is me when you see a girl with glassess and a pony tail just standing there for a moment and seeing you play. From Jessica Ridgewood, NY, USA

I heard you on the Don and Mike show on a replay show. You are very easy to listen to as well as your music also. Good luck! Mark in California CA, USA

Great Show I heard you on Don & Mike Show. It was great. -cal- USA

That was so awsome on the radio yesterday (9/8/06). katherine Towson MD, USA

Dear sawlady, Thank you for your reply. We enjoy your music and appreciate your help. Sincerely, Louise Wilson Deltona, FL, USA

I looked at your website I really had no idea that your music was so well known. That is very exciting, and I always enjoy your performances at the Times Square station. Denise R. New York, NY, USA

Hi Natalia, Great music and wonderful smile! best, Yun New York, NY, USA

Your web site on saws is outstanding my dear and ya get an Atta Girl for that. It's nice to see someone is carrying on the history of the Musical Saw. Thank you a bunch. Jim 'SuperSaw' Leonard Mojave Desert, USA

Hi Natalia, I have seen you a number of times playing in the Times Square Subway stop. I find your sound very interesting. I look forward to hearing you play next, Megan S. NYC, USA

hello! i recently came across your site while looking for musical saw information and wanted to access your FAQ. you are an amazing musical saw player! thanks, and hope to hear back soon -chris S. massachusetts, USA

Hi Natalia, I want to thank you for lending your extraordinary talent to the soundtrack of 'American Carny'. You are a pleasure to work with. Sincerely, - Nick Basile Director/Producer American Carny LLC. NYC, USA

Nice idea with your feedback from fans...God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen sounds beautiful with your talented saw playing. Blessings and Best Wishes, Janina MICHIGAN, USA

Dear Saw Lady, I've seen you playing many times in the subway and I love it. Mikey NYC, USA

I personally feel you should be a star, what you do is so unusual, you are so good at it, and you are an absolutely lovely human being in every way. Bill Kates XM Satellite Radio NYC, USA

Hello there, You're by far the most skilled saw player I have ever heard. I'll be buying your music very soon. Please tel me you'll be coming up to the Detroit area to play soon (maybe you can have a chair in the DSO!) I do believe you're the prettiest saw player I've ever seen as well! What a pair we'd be: You with your aspirations for the saw and me making and selling custom cigar box instruments! Well, I hope to hear back from you. You seem like a great person to get to know. YBIC & Detroit Daddy-O, Brian J. Stafford Detroit, USA

Hello, I like your music. Jason Brazil

Natalia, Everyone loved your performance at the dinner the other night; they were fascinated by your music. I hope you enjoyed performing for us as well. Have a wonderful holiday season. Sincerely, Denise Richardson General Contractors Association NYC, USA

You go girl! Please feel my pride at your continued accomplishments and my joy in the increased realization of more people of your talent. Larry Florida, USA

Talking about Natalia's musical saw in the movie 'Carnaval De Sodoma': Hello Natalia! You said: "Gorgeous music by 'Grammy' winner and Golden Globe nominee composer David Mansfield. Hope you like it." I DO! It IS gorgeous! I especially liked the glissando slide down after the high note! Nice job, and Congratulations! !! Morgan CA, USA

Talking about Natalia's musical saw in the movie 'Carnaval De Sodoma': Congrats to you Natalia! Just listened to it...beautiful and eerily calming! (And I've just finished 2+ hours of aggravation with the AOL tech support! Very disagreeable and frustrating. Now I feel better.) x, carrie NYC, USA

Talking about Natalia's musical saw in the movie 'Carnaval De Sodoma': Natalia, The saw music is truly beautiful. Bill Brisotti NY, USA

i saw you play in the subway! it was beatiful! i want to learn how to play the saw. have a good day! isaac Alaska, USA

Coucou Natalia, Plein de bisous � une magicienne qui a �chang� sa baguette magique contre une scie musicale. Bruno. Bordeaux, France

What a stunningly beautiful sound. Here in the UK the musical saw has lost the popularity it once enjoyed which is a shame. You are a true virtuoso and it is a delight to hear your wonderful music. Malcolm Brown - Composer Freshwater, England

"Hello Saw Lady, I am very happy to know you. My musical heart vibrates with your talent and his angel songs... This music is wonderful. With the violin and piano, I believe, it's the most sentimental and most spiritual instrument! His language comes from an oder dimension, from God's light which a terrible force� Thanks to have a page on Myspace!!! You are in my in my Top, because I will like that one discovers your work. Excuse me for my very bad English Saw Lady. Musical greetings, Ory Chalk Belgium

Dear Natalia, It's amazing what you can do with a music saw. As we say in France, BRAvO! Kisses from the French Riviera S Toulon, PACA, France

i have seen you in the subway and find your sound truly astonishing! cheers! keep up the great work! emilia NYC, USA

I stumbled on to you by accident but I'm glad I did. I know I have seen you on Tv somewhere - how many people can play a saw like you do? Haha!!! You are likely familiar with a Theremin. I have some cool songs with the theremin ranging from rock to opera. The opera is cool because the theremin is doing the voice part and it sounds so realistic with the vibrato like in a real human voice. I bring this up because it seems the theremin is only imitating what can be done with a saw in skilled hands, such as your own. A theremin is a little disappointing after seeing a saw performance! True, they take skill but it is for those who can't play a saw : ) Again I say, the theremin was a great thing until I saw you play the saw. An acoustic instrument can never be copied by electronics. It will never be the same for me since I now prefer the saw. Only the Lord knows how much practice you have put into doing that! I never realized the possibilities with a saw until I heard some of your works. How versatile! I can appreciate he talent that goes into it. Thanks for sharing yourself and your music. I will be adding your works to my collection very soon. Randy Hoschton, Georgia, USA

Im part of the Backdoor Beggars and we think you are phenominal!We have about 4 friends that play saw and I have to put you in the top. Malachi Wisconsin, USA

Your music sounds great! Ryan J. Lane PORTLAND, OREGON, USA

you are great! Christopher B. NYC, NY, USA

Howdy there, Saw Lady!I love your sound! That is an amazing instrument, it sounds angelic! The saw you are playing on the album cover also looks like a modern sculpture- simply amazing! I'll tell everybody I know to look for your performances in NYC- have a healthy and happy holiday! Chris of The Holy Cows NYC, NY, USA

Sweden is still the home of the sandvik stradivarius but most sawplayers I reckon are old cranks who likes to to stroke some tunes ocassionally yknow? I never really met anyone who seem as artistic and driven as you. I really admire the sound of your long fogsvans(as it is called in swedish) Anyway All the best and cheers from sweden Micke Sweden

Hi, Natalia-- I enjoyed hearing you play in the subway at Union Square yesterday, and chatting about theremins. I put yesterday's activities with my nephews on my blog, including a mention of you and a link to your website. If you go to my blog you will see I am mostly a ukulele player, but enjoy pulling out my theremin and playing it from time-to-time. I'll keep an eye (and ear!) out for you next time I'm through the Union Square subway! My daughter says she sees you there a lot. Take care and best wishes for the New Year, --Eric S. NYC, NY, USA

I always have to stop when I come across your performances in the train station. It is absolutely beautiful what you do. Rich M. NYC, NY, USA

Dear Natalia: I really enjoyed listening to your song samples on your MySpace page. I posted a note about you and your music on the Garritan Users Forum Sincerely, Wheat W. Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Hi! You're work is incredible. Happy New Year Shisha Brighton, Sussex, United Kingdom

Hi Natalia, I am a long time fan of the musical saw, having been introduced to its ethereal sounds in the early '70's. While I found some other great practitioners of the singing saw, it was you who really sparked my interest. You have classical as well as folk influence, you play beautifully, and you have a true love of street performance that I share. I realize how good you are at what you do and I know a little about how much work it takes, but what I find really inspiring is the overwhelming love and joy that you bring to your music. Thanks for being on the planet. David P. Colorado, USA

Hi Natalia, As one of the thousands of passers-by of yourself at the 34th street Subway Station, I found your music absolutely fascinating. It was stunning to see such a simple instrument "sing". Thank you for making the station a much more inviting place. It's great that you and other musicians bring such interesting music to the NYC Subway System! Laura D. New Jersey, USA

Getting off the train at Union Square - always seems to be "doings" in that station around the holidays! Last week, it was SantaCon - this week, I heard the unmistakable, unearthly sound of Silent Night, as performed on the Musical Saw - followed the sound to find the one & only Saw Lady! You never saw anyone play the saw with as much verve & panache as Ms. Paruz. Had errands to run but thoroughly enjoyed the moment! Bonnie NYC, USA

your playing is marvelous. i just received a musical saw as a gift from my girlfriend and i can't wait to learn i also want to say that your playing is amazing. you're great! Marc D. Florida, USA

magical saw Are you per chance the enchanting musician I witnessed performing in grand central station? You are utterly awesome!!! In Grand Central Station I have seen a woman play a large saw with a cello bow and produce a haunting, yet enchanting music all her own. The Mad Soundman of AMS Systems NYC, USA

When I lived in NYC I always loved the delightful surprise of hearing you in the subway! You are wonderful. Amy M. Florida, USA

I think you are fabulous! Deborah B. Memphis, Tennessee, USA

Natalia Paruz is a musical saw "superstar", bringing awareness of this beautiful and interesting acoustic instrument to the ears of many in an electronic age. Brava! gregorysarastro USA

You really put the female saw player on the map! Thank you so much for sticking with it....I went back and read everything on your site. Awesome! Keep up the good work, lady! Linda S. Virginia, USA

Hi Natalia, I visited your website, what lovely music you create. Here are a few photos. I love how exuberant you are when playing. I love how artists enjoy making their art and sharing it. (and brightening up those dark subway corridors) heidi Y. NYC, USA

Hello! I've seen you over the years in subway stations all around Manhattan. Namely, Union Square and Times Square. I haven't seen you lately, though. I hope you're still out there doing your thing! I love it. Keep on sawin', Heather Brooklyn, NY, USA

Thank you for sharing that, Natalia ! And for your beautiful music ! Shabbat Shalom ! :) Mt. Brazil

Hi Natalia! My name is Sylvia. I'm a musician too, actually a singer I have some photos of you performing in NY, I send them to you to your email address. Great music, great passion, great sound, I love your style Sylvia M. Brooklyn, NY, USA

Hi Natalia! I�m glad you were happy with the placement of your article. It was the biggest article, and I felt it was worthy of the attention. Your knowledge and opinions and general experience are valued, and I/we appreciate you! Thank you always for your efforts and input! For never having met you, I really like you as a person, and your knowledge is vast � so THANK YOU again! Morgan Cowin, President International Musical Saw Association San Rafael, CA, USA

Hello again, Natalia! I always love to hear music in the subways and on the streets- I think it is very good for people to have live music happening around them. I think it helps people to keep their lives in balance, especially as they rush through the subways from one critically important engagement to another. ;^) It is wonderful that you contribute in the way you do to help overstressed people retain their sanity! Cheers! Amy G. Florida, USA

Bonjour Natalia I don't play the saw ( yet ) but I got accompanied twice with a friend of mine who plays it a little... It seems to be hard to play....But the way that you are playing it is way up the hill...YOU ARE A VIRTUOUS I'll download some of your music, it's really nice to the ear, so soft. Venez-vous � Montr�al parfois? J'aimerais bien vous entendre en spectacle. Once again I really like your work. Martin Pierre aka monsieur_m Montr�al, Canada

The illustrations of Heidi Younger have a great strenght. I can easily imagine what it is to play, to listen or just to hear music in the subway (or on train platforms) ; and this, more precisely than with the short video you once had on your page (I liked the video too of course :o). Kung Fu moves fit with your musical saw sound, may be taï chi would fit too. Slow precise aerian almost dance moves, in harmony with nature... That's all what your music is about : A breath of life. I'm sure it was a very strange and magical moment this meating, in the subway between two artists, two sensibilities. The NYC underground magic, a place where everything is possible for the artists and because of the artists. Bruno bordeau, France

Aloha from a fellow saw player. I'm in awe of your talent, so beautiful. Paul A. Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Thanks so very much for the lovely comment on my website. I didn't realize you were the Saw Lady! I've seen you play before! It's so impressive. And here I thought you might be a professional gardener. : ) Hope you're doing well. Carrie Astoria, NY, USA

Hi Natalia, it was such a pleasure meeting you and your wonderful music, you are really great!. I hope you are ok and I wish you an excellent year, I'm going to see your web page very carefully. Take care Tonatiuh R. Mexico

Hi Natalia! I really love your music. Did I see you on "Cool in your Code" on NYC-TV?? I'd love to meet you! natalia! you are amazing. xo Carlen New York, NY, USA

hi-ya natalia, your music is delicious. i absolutely love jingle cowbells. hate xmas, me but that number is gorgeous. david New York, NY, USA

It's so beautiful it sounds like a theremin! Nice work! DJ Visitor New York, NY, USA

Amazing music you make.... XO D. CA, USA

Hey Natalia. You are one of the most unique musical talents I observed in myspaceland. Hats off to you 'm'dear. Best, Mike Wales, UK

Wicked Cool Sounds !! *JAMES* Massachusetts, USA

Love that saw! I just think it's incredible to get such a haunting and beautiful sound from such a commonplace object. Sincerely, Elizabeth Anne M. SANTA BARBARA, California, USA

Hi Natalia Your music sounds great. We would be keen on having you perform with us. We are a London based club but we tour also. Hopefully we will see you in London some day! Best Wishes Mia London, UK, USA

Incredible and wonderful!!! Davide Italy

The Saw Lady We love your saw and we also love Theremin. We will keep in touch and next time we need saw we will know who to come to. Good luck Cheers David New Zealand

oh my, what lovely music you create! may all your dreams end as fairytales! Red CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA, USA

I listened to some of your samples and liked them ! pierre Paris, ILE-DE-FRANCE, France

I put you in my top friends...Please Put your music up so it comes on right away...It is amazing... My God!!! Kind Regards... My God~ This is wonderful and haunting~ You are a master of your instrument~ Warm Regards~ I can't stop listening to your song. Amazing. Kind Regards~ Peter EAU CLAIRE, Wisconsin, USA

Eerie & beautiful! And no saw player I've ever heard has trekked so deep into that world. So cool. Huzzah! John B. La Mesa, California, USA

That's some terrific sawing you're doing there. Howlin' Hobbit Seattle, WA, USA

weird & lovely stuff i like it a lot ! thnx & carry on hope to hear you live sometimes ;) n. paris, Ile-de-France, France

Hi Natalia, I really admire you for your creativity in excelling in such an unusual instrument. I love the sound, it's incredibly endearing :) Sinead Dublin, Ireland

Thank you so much for the advice! This saw was my grandfathers, and has been in our family for quite a long time! I feel bad, getting rid of it, but, as you can see from the pictures, Florida is murder on anything that�s worth attempting to keep�the corrosion here is disastrous! Your page is the MOST informative of any I've researched. It is an awesome skill you possess, and I hope you do well. Again, thanks! John G. Florida, USA

i love the song you put up. amazing. Marc D. CAPE CORAL, FLORIDA, USA

Hi there, You have a great gift. Dotty P. Minnesota, USA

Hi! wow...I'm really impressed with your music....a real myspace find! pity you don't live in London as I can think of a few musical projects that you'd be ideal for! shame! Gerry London, UK

Hi Natalie, I have to tell you that I can't stop hear your music. It is amazingly beautiful, really. You have to finish the CD. I told you before and I will say it again, IT WILL BE A HUGE SUCCESS, I'm sure of it . Take care, Gali Canada

hi Natalia! I love very much your saw-sing! I think for you to make a concert for saw and orchestra! but you are so lontano!!! kisses cristiano from rome Rome, Italy

Hello, Natalia- We were listening to your music the other day! I had a friend visiting from NYC, and we all loved your beautiful, remarkable music. Best wishes! Amy Matilda Florida, USA

You are a genuine Soloist on your unusual instrument, for which I wrote also once something some years ago. Best wishes from Bonn Michael D. Bonn, Germany

methinks i heard you playing "ave maria" on the subway, possibly at union square? lovely stuff. brown owls NY, USA

hey natalia i just watched the show! your life story is pretty interesting! and it was the first time that i heard music from saw! Amazing! Wishing you good luck with everything! Yonatan Mevaseret, ISRAEL

Natalia, You have a rare sound. My best wishes to you and your wonderful music. Patrick H WASHINGTON, Iowa, USA

Your sound is...words are failing me...but haunting, amazing, touching part of my higher self come to mind...but there is no single word...I shall investigate more and try to procure [preferably hard] copies of your work... Deborah Australia

Hi Natalia, I've heard much about you and I'm thriled to know you and would love to attend your next sawyer's symposium. Please do put me on your mailing list. Buddy N. PA, USA

DEAR LADY,MS.NATALIA PARUZ I THE UNDERSIGNED HAVE DEDICATED MYSELF TO COLLECT AUTOGRAPHES AND LETTRES FROM VERY IMPORTANT PERSONALITIES IN THE MUSIC WORLD. I SAW YOU TODAY IN A TV PROGRAM IN ISRAEL AND I WAS VERY IMPRESIONATED FROM YOUR WONDERFUL ART AND SPECIAL INSTRUMENTS AND ALSO FROM YOUR SPECIAL STORY. I SHALL THEREFORE BE GRATEFUL TO YOU, IF YOU SEND ME(NOT WITH E-MAIL PLEASE) A FOTO WITH A DEDICATION IN YOUR ORIGINAL HANDWRITING AND A LETTRE. AT THIS OPPORTUNITY PLEASE ACCEPT MY BEST WHISHES AND CONTINUOUS SUCCESS. YOU CAN WRITE ME ALSO IN HEBREW. YOURS FAITHFULLY ARTHUR KR Holon, ISRAEL

Natalia, I believe I have seen you in the subway. I have 8 million questions for you. I'm overwhelmed by the scope of your talent and the explorations you've undertaken with it. You're an actress, a tap-dancer, a unique musician comfortable in many different styles, and apparently a painter! I would love to get together and see your entire musical collection - I want you to give me a tour, and we can discuss your rates, etc. The possibilities of using all your gifts to compose around sets my imagination spinning. Robby M. NYC, NY

Hi Natalia, I love your music. There's a very unique vocal quality to your phrasing. Jeff M. New Hampshire, USA

Hi, Saw Lady! A friend bought me your Hark! An Angel Sings CD one year because I'm an amateur saw player myself! It's challenging to play the right notes on a saw--you have my utmost respect and admiration! I'd love to see you play. I'm in the city every day. Which lines do you play on? Candy NJ, USA

Hi Natalia, I've been a fan of yours for some time. I've been playing the saw for about 7 years and your sawlady web page was a great resource when I was teaching myself to play. I went to school in New Jersey, so I visit New York periodically. It'd be great get to see you play some time. Best regards, --adam MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, USA

Wow! Your skills are incredible, & your mother knew Messiaen?!! Messiaen is probably my favourite composer, definitely my favourite composer of the 20th century! I was born & raised in the countryside & grew up to the sound of the dawn chorus which still amazes me. Don't get the wrong impression, I am passionate about Messiaen's work regardless of the influence of birdsong on his music & have to tell you that I'm amazed at your virtuosity & personally compare you to Clara Rockmore on the basis of your uniqueness & amazing ability coupled with your beautiful understanding of harmonic theory & practise. Love & respect from Paul W. UK

Hey there saw lady. In the last two years I have become obsessed with monochord instruments; diddley Bow, Dan Bau, Theremin etc. I think the best sound of all of these comes from the simple saw. With your music career you have proven it can be a street instrument as well as a recpected sound in "high art". You are an inspiration. I just read most of your busking blog and got all teary eyed. Rollie Oregon, USA

You are definitely the only human being I know of that plays the saw in RI, or anywhere else for that matter. Your music's beautiful! Nikki RI, USA

Your compositions and sound is fabulous. Justine xx UK

Natalia, Hope this email finds you well and that the weather warms up a bit so you can get out to the masses and share your wonderful gift. Best Rich NYC, USA

I had known you for a long time before. Of course, I am your big fan!! I want to sound your music directly in my ears and my heart some time. Kokeshi Yokobori Tokyo, JAPAN

Hi! Lame Sonore sounds beautiful!! Carol A. CA, USA

Hello, I am trully impressed with the originality of your music as well as the intrument, Best wishes for your future endeavours Irina K. USA

This is truely amazing....I mean I know people play all kinds of things but I have never seen this before! keep sawing! Jenn NEW HAMPSHIRE, USA

Hi Natalia! I have 5 saws, though i must say my weapon of choice is the 26inch Charlie Blacklock Special. I also play uke. Hopefully i will make it to the states one day, thanks for doing so much to promote the saw! Dennis UK

O my what a wonderful zingiest moment because I just ordered a baritone saw , for my self but O my your music is so beautiful. I can only day dream to play so well , but I am going to practice every day so please wish me luck . and I am going to buy your Cds because for one the saw is a comic instrument and two hearing this music will give me the inspiration to grow as a musician. I am also going to burn incense so joy always finds you :) -Jason Young SEATTLE / BALLARD, USA

trying to get the hang of the saw myself - suggestions for an tune that works well and easily on saw would be VERY welcome indeed .... keep making the beautiful noises (whilst i make my horrid scrapings :)) Disgraceful London, UK

You're better than Zamfir! Jerry Buffalo, NY, USA

Hear in Seattle we have so many different kinds of music and bands, but its like high school. I am part of the noise / experimental seen but most of my comrades make harsh music that is not beautiful at all and I have been trying to get people into music that is felt with the heart but its been a up hill battle but I feel with my whole heart the saw is the key to open up people to sounds that will move em and it�s a giant step away from electronic gear. I mean this is a real instrument one with its own personality and charm unlike synthesizers and etc etc but I must tell you �� You are the real revolutionary and I am sooooooooooooooooooooooooo happy to be your friend -Jason :) Seattle, USA

great instrument... beautifully played. Ruben USA

Hi Natalia. Your saw playing is incredible. Take care. -Peter Portland, Oregon, USA

My five-year-old twins and I watched your "Saw Lady" film and it was great! Just what I wanted to show them how you make those sounds. Very nice. It took a while to find the "video" section, more people should see that one at least.) much appreciation. Bruce, Harriet and Myriam Vancouver, Canada

Love the haunting quality of the saw. What an original and beautiful sound! I see you all the time at the Union Square subway stop. Read a great article about you in the Times a while back too. Keep it up! Francis Brooklyn, NY, USA

Natalia, We really appreciate your participation, and hope you'll join us again next year. You were perfect and the audience loved you. Thanks again, Christine Brooklyn, NY, USA

Your music is incredibly lovely and inspiring. Still working on getting my saw to sound a little less like two cats fornicating - but it's a fascinating instrument and I'm really liking it. Keep playing beautiful music! You're awesome. Shing Long Beach, CALIFORNIA, USA

hi Natalia! Nice to hear from my favourite sawyer. I don't really play the saw anymore - I'm afraid I lost interest in it - but maybe I'll return to it at some point. I still think you have the most distinctive sound of all Regards Kev London, UK

Hey Natalia, Zach here, big fan! At first, I used my dad's saw from his carpenter's bench. It worked greatly! But recently, I've been using the C. Blacklock Special. It's louder and rusty, thanks for asking--do you ever miss the teeth?" Zach Michigan, USA

Hello Saw Lady! I saw you on Christmas Eve day - I was running around trying to get a million errands done but HAD to stop & take a couple of pictures. I put one of you & a young admirer on my blog, with a little writeup about this fun break in a busy busy day - http://frogma.blogspot.com/2006/12/seasons-greetings-from-nyc.html Funny thing is, somebody just today left a comment mentioning that you keep a blog! I'd missed that when I went to link to your website. I went & checked it out & noticed your call for pictures. So here are the ones I took, feel free to use any of 'em! Bonnie NY, NY, USA

Lovely tone and playing! Micah and Sean PORTLAND, Oregon, USA

hey Natalia: hope all is well...really busy with the other doc, and have slowed down PFK until Denis is freed up from rehearsal- he's co-starring in Bway's "Inherit the Wind"...ran into a guy playing a mini banjo at Union Square Park last Wed (when the weather was so great)...had the camera and asked him to play a few tunes and talk to me...I asked him who his favorite subway musician was- without a beat he said "the saw lady"!...hope to catch up with you soon... Michael N. NYC, USA

Love your music! Paul Ohio, USA

I don't know how you chose the saw as your instrument, but you play it very well. HOUSTON, TEXAS, USA

Hey Ms. Paruz, I really like your music. I was wondering if you have any non digital releases i can purchase w/o a credit card. If not my new debit is coming in the mail and i will pick up the ep. I think the picture of you on P Home Companion is so cool. Thanks again ---Jason Wyoming, USA

Hey Saw Lady. Your music is really beautiful. My daddy taught me to play the saw when I was little. Grampa played it pretty well and he had even a bow. We didn't have a bow but we made a mallet out of a stick and a piece of rag. You play it way better than we ever did. Thanks, Tim A. Portland, Oregon, USA

I just saw a profile on you on NYC-TV. I have seen you perform in Union Square many times. I think what you do is amazing and, well, that it just sounds really pretty. The tracks you have on your Myspace page are really amazing. Captain Wallabee NYC, USA

hello, it was really my presure to discover such a unique and beautiful sound. best regards. city-zen(Boon) London, UK

hi Natalia! Mainly I play my trusty Stanley Traditional that I got at the hardware store! Love your music! Jeff AUSTIN, Texas, USA

Natalia, We met briefly this past Dec./Jan. when I saw you performing in the Times Sq subway station. We talked about busking and its relation to my thesis in architecture. I had mentioned that I wrote a short article during my research phase and would like to share that with you. Attached is an article that examines marginal space. Our conversation has helped considerably during my design phase, so thank you. Bill Putnam Catholic University of America, Masters in Architecture candidate USA

Thanks for the beautiful music to read by! You're one of the reasons New York is the greatest city to live in. RIF Brooklyn, NY, USA

You have some serious skills!! Take Care, Misty Dawn Manager of Western Civ Alabama, USA

natalia, the piece on your page is unbelievably beautiful! i've never heard such accurate pitch control on the saw before...sounds like an ondes martenot! Take Care, jay g. athens, Georgia, USA

Hi Natalie,the Saw Lady, I have heard saw playing before, in my childhood, but it is sadly such a rare thing to come by. I am now, at rediscovering it, absolutely intrigued by the sound & the beauty of it. the delicacy, the at moments eerie likeness to a human voice,... there is definitely something very human abOut it, I guess that must come from the vibrations of the hand, the playing, the bow... Of this you know much more that me.. Great pleasure to meet you here, peace & happiness from Randi London, UK

Howdy Natalia! Not every day you run across a saw player! Haunting... but beautiful! Chuck C. CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA, USA

Natalia, I'm curious about playing the saw myself. I currently own an Etherwave Theremin, by the way (but have had no time to practice). Your playing sounds great by the way! Thanks, Andrew USA

Greetings from the Howling Brothers, just stopped by to wish you well keep up the beautiful sawing :) Ian NASHVILLE, Tennessee, USA

We are writing because one of us saw you play in the subway. We are producers of electronic music under the name Radioactive Sandwich. We really think what you do is amazing and was wondering if you would be interested in writing a track together. We really look forward to hearing back from you. Sincerely, Julian and Loren NYC, USA

Saw Lady, I enjoyed visiting your site� you really do get a woman�s voice out of that sheet of metal. Incredible that you were once fined for carrying a weapon in the subway�! e USA

Thank you! I will be undertaking efforts to promote future performances, and I certainly hope to have you again-- always, if possible-- as the saw player. The impact of the saw on audience members was very powerful (some people must not know how to read orchestral personnel lists in concert programs, because it was clearly spelled out. But they were surprised by it anyway.) Take care for now, Best, Mark G. Composer City Island, NY, USA

Hi Natalia I just took your photo today...and loved your music. It was such a pleasure meeting you, listening to your music and talking with you this afternoon. Bill S. NYC, NY,USA

Really love the things you are doing! So creative;what a gift-truly:) Peace & Blessings Pat Philadelphia, PA,USA

I love your stuff. The saw is a truly groovy instrument. MORGANTOWN, West Virginia,USA

Hello! I was just walking around saying hi to people and I stumbled on your page and WOW, that song is just tear jerkingly beautiful - nice to meet you! Tim C. SANTA FE, New Mexico,USA

I see you in the subway all the time. I really enjoy your playing. Thanks for adding beauty to NYC! Amie A. NYC,USA

I saw you in Times Square. I was in awe. I play the violin, cello and the piano and I have always had a pretty good ear. I am in musical theatre. Thank you so much for your time... Dan T. NYC,USA

Hey, my name is Luiz and I rule the Big Bad Music blog. I checked out your website and I am amazed by the sample songs I heard. Just wanted to tell that your work is one of a kind - mainly nowdays where the good music vanished. Best Regards Luiz O. USA

What I did hear sounded great and I would love to hear more Leila D. Australia

Hi Natalia! very beautiful sounds.. take care, angelica Astoria, NY

Hi Natalia, I think you are way ahead of me on the saw. I am self taught - is there any other way, and still use the 22 inch saw from the hardware shop. You seem to have a deluxe model - and a thing on the top to bend it...what is that please? I loved the tracks on your site - I wish you lived here, then you could ( should you want to ) play with me while I played the guitar. Being the only saw player I know, I can always play on friends sessions and shows, but when I need a saw player there never is one. Anyway, enough waffle - glad to make your acquaintence - lets' keep in touch. Moore X England

Hi, Natalia! (My "crush" calls me Natalia!) You are so talented-I love your music! Your newest fan, NatLong Jackson, MISSISSIPPI

Amazing sounds! Kind of a cousin to the Therimin>love to work with you sometime. Cheers! Turtle Kansas

Hi, only started listening to lame senore and within a minute i'm almost in tears! ok, yes, it's a lovely melody but there's also something about the tonal quality of saws isn't there that just taps into some part of the brain? Some tones and keys just do that I guess. Anyway. Thanks for the lovely music. Paul O/ USA

Hello lady of the saw. I have seen a couple of your little videos on you tube...wonderful!!! Nydia Paris

Marvelous music, and great picture with John Hiatt. My, my you are eclectic. Al & Rick HENNIKER, New Hampshire, USA

Dear Saw Lady, Your saw sounds like singing! I had to play the sample on your profile and more on your site a few times to really believe it was a saw. I've seen it performed on TV once as a kid... perhaps on Disney at one point as well... but goodness. What an unusual musical form. I love painting musical vibration! Do you have videos of yourself playing the saw that I might see? I'm intrigued. Cheers Sharon H. Halifax, Nova Scotia

Sounds really good Eve Tennessee, USA

Dear Natalia, I have seen you today playing at the subway, and was deeply impressed by your beautiful performance. The contradiction between an instrument like a saw and the heavenly sounds you produce out of it was overwhelming for me and I immediately bought your CD� My best, Roni N. Israel

You are such a beautiful musical saw player. Thank you so much. I play the saw. I have been playing for about a year, and I think I am ready to take it to the streets. You are a great inspiration for me. Thank you so much. Do you have a technique tips for me? Bece PORTLAND, Oregon, USA

Hi Natalia, If you happen to perform again on Garrison's show, let me know. You are quite a performer on this rather unusual instrument. Then again I ran into the 'saw' many years ago. It sounds like a violin without the staccato. I guess it was a real saw at one time. Anyway, I appreciate your talent, will visit your site regularly. Your musical friend Uwe Minnesota, USA

Hey Nat how are ya?? theres no prob @ all in playing your song i truely admire the sound of the saw you cant imagine how my ears rejoyce when they litsen to that lovly sound =D ooo ohow i wish i could play it .. but its cool also to find ppl like u that play it .. keep up the good work take care Namaste Nuevo Le�n, Mexico

Hi Natalia You are the Queen of Saw! I love what you do, I have watched some clips of you on youtube and what struck me was the wonderful expressive way that you play and your smile too! much respect to you...... Becky Suffolk, UK

playing the saw is an amazing thing that I really can't comprehend....it's beautiful, yet haunting sound. Steve V TAMPA, Florida

You have a lot of character in those videos. I love the way you dramatically move to make a new sound... clever smile on your face... as people hustle and bustle on by without seeing... as if no one ever sees anything anymore. Maybe the really can't see anything. Maybe they can't hear. Maybe they are too wrapped up in things that don't matter that keep them busy from day to day to stop and listen. I thought it was wicked cool. Sharon Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Hello I saw you on youtube - really excellent playing by the way - you make it sound like a classical instrument. whilst looking for footage of a saw being played. I have been looking to purchase a saw perhaps a Mussehl one or one of Peter wentworths. which would you recommend? Kind regards Corona S. Hull, UK

Hi Natalia, Your music is awsome. Very Nice!!!! your saw playing is WONDERFUL. So relaxing. Ethel Germfask, Michigan, USA

Hi Natalia, Yes, the music was sublime & your sparkling showwomanship, personality & enthusiam were wonderful to experience. Thank you, Natalia & Scott, for making the trip to share your talents. Peace, Ralph L. 'Horses Sing None of It' TV show NJ, USA

Hi, Natalia: I was traveling on the N train the other night from work to Trinity, and, while rather tired, about half way through the trip I glanced up at the subway ads and saw before me "SAWLADY.COM -- MUSIC ON THE CUTTING EDGE"(!) (or something close to that!) It made me laugh in my seat, so thank you for that! It's a very catchy slogan! Sincerely, Rich NYC, USA

Hi Natalia!! First of all i'd like to mention that you are the best saw player i ever hear. Yesterday i heared your amazing playing with my wife and we were both shocked with your sound. I'm glad to find you so i can ask any questions i will have for the saw. Trully thanks and many kisses from Greece!!!! Nikos G. Greece

Hi Saw Lady Keep on sawing that beautiful music! Chris Saugus, California, USA

Dear Natalia, What you are doing is great. I enjoy your music. Wish you all the best With love from Ukraine Alexsey Zakharenko Ukraine

Natalia, Just dropping you a short note to let you know that we saw you on Channel 2 today about the Make Music New York day. Very cool - you were the only one that they gave the name for. It was a cute segment too - them asking you if you had any insurance and all. Judy NYC, USA

Hey Saw Lady. Your music is really beautiful. I participated in the Make Music New York event also. It sounded like you had a really fun day there. The CBS video looks great. It was a really great day. I love your playing in the subway also. Carla NYC, USA

You're one of the thing we can't miss if we go to NYC. Here's the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan, Central Park, the Saw Lady, Times Square... Natalia Paruz, you are a real monument :o) Bruno Bordeaux, France

I just checked out some tracks on your page and it's really good.. i'm excited to get the CD. Matt D. Jersey City, NJ, USA

Hi, I am RyuFurusawa of the Japanese saw player. I listened to music of sawlady, too. A deep sound as it is not believed that it is a saw comes out. and It is mysterious shape when I looks a photograph in your myspase. I look forward to a day to be able to meet sometime. And I expect a session. If some English sentences are wrong, I'm sorry RyuFurusawa Japan, USA

I played violin and bassoon in High School, occasionally I come across someone's music and it moves me to tears wishing I had been able to follow through with my love for playing, yours has done that tonight. Thank you for the music, sincerely. Justin COLUMBUS, OHIO, USA

It was so great to see you! I was going to blog about it when we returned, but when I saw that your site was down I held off, since I wanted to link to it. Then, my son broke his arm at camp, things got crazy, and I put it off again. But finally, I'm catching up!! Anyway, you can see my entry about seeing you at http://www.kchristieh.com/blog/?p=624 Thanks so much for your treating us to such a rare and wonderful performance! I wish you all the best!!! - Kathy H. CA, USA

hello there :) i saw you playing yesterday for about 6 seconds on 59th street but then the train came too fast and i had to leave :( anyways it was beautiful!! ang�lica Astoria, NY, USA

I have had my saw for about a year and a half, im still learning, but its my favorite instrument. i listened to your song on myspace, its awesome! shann silverlake, CA, USA

Natalia- Thanks again for your wonderful performance yesterday. You were a great sport and played beautifully. I was so excited to hear about the Saw festival and hope you will put me on your malling list- Dave WNYC Commujity Advisory Board Brooklyn, NYC, USA

Dear Natalia, The Carnegie Hall newspaper article is exciting. Congratulations to Scott and to you! Love, Margie NY, USA

Hey I like your music and sounds drew Texas, USA

Dear Ms. Natalia Paruz, I heard you playing in a subway station, during a trip to NYC. You are unbelievably talented. I hope to get a CD of you for Christmas, I will put it on my Christmas list. All the best of luck to you and your tremendous talent! Sincerely, Blythe USA

Dear Natasha, i am very happy too to meet you and to work with you. As i told you, your playing and the sound of your instrument impressed me soooooo much!!!!!!!!! Your site is fantastic. I will give it to my friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!! with warmest regards your Margrit NYC, USA

Dear Natalia, Your observations on the article about Joshua Bell trying to busk, which appeared in the April 8 Washington Post, were so refreshing and informative, they really opened my eyes. Incidentally, we have had saw players play with us, and I have NEVER heard anyone with anywhere near your talent. I love your web site and your blog, the pictures, the video, the music. All the best, and thank you SO much, Peter B. Wisconsin, USA

Dear Saw Lady: I caught your act in the city at the Columbus Circle subway station once, but I couldn't stay for longer than a couple of seconds. :-( I love your music, loved your Concrete Beat profile too. I hope to see you again in person soon! Steve NJ, USA

great to hear you in the subway the other day. Will M. NY, USA

Please, please, someday come preform in Calgary, Alberta. I am sure that the city would love to have you and to give you more of our weird Canadian money! Shem Canada

Hi Natalia, I heard you perform this past Friday, the 14th of Dec at the Trinity School in Manhattan. I had never heard of the musical saw before then. It sounds like a beautiful instrument. Also I looked it up on the internet and there were quite a few artists who had posted clips of their recordings. However I find your style of playing the most soothing - it's simply beautiful. You are truly gifted and you have a way with the instrument. Keep playing, you make people happy. And I loved the brief history you shared about the musical saw at the concert. I will look out for you on the subway stations :) Happy Holidays and keep making beautiful music - you bring peace to the soul. Renuka NY, USA

Dear Natalia: I have read all about you in Saw Player News and I am impressed with all the wonderful things that others have written about you. Sincerely, Roger M. NJ, USA

I wish I had an expression to describe the smile you sample music "lame..." brought on my face. I congratulate you for having created a tune that is so powerful. I could only imagine how satisfying it must be for you sitting on the other side of the music world creating tunes when listening feels blessed. Naveendip B. Ontario, Canada

Hi Natalia, My husband, Steve, is enchanted with your saw playing...the best ever & he wants to know if you will be playing in the mid-west any time. I have a customer who would like your CD so I will be ordering for him as he does not have access to a computer. Thank you for the invitation to attend the NYC Saw Festival. That would be enjoyable. I will keep in touch & Steve says be safe! Regards, Mary Kay Mussehl & Westphal Musical Saws WI, USA

having this band name ('The Musical Saw') for the last couple of months has attracted quite a few saw players, I just thought you should know that after reviewing the collection your recordings are quite frankly the cream of the crop if you will. I enjoy your work very much. Bob B. USA

with you singing saw your just incredible, maybe a day i will practice it, very interesting and amazing!!! zE baron de rEnO Ile-de-France, France

hello natalia, i'm a burgeoning saw-ist myself, and your playing is very inspirational. mat d. Boston, Massachusetts , USA

Your instrument is as fascinating as your playing. Wrote for the Theremin before but not for the saw. They are quite similar but I can tell you get a lot more melodic control with the saw. Very cool. Marinho N. Astoria, NY, USA

You are a great and generous ambassador for the instrument! Best wishes, Corona S. England

Hello Sawlady .. :) im a saw lover and one of the your fans it is so wonderful for me that i can write for you your playing is great.. i am very happy that i saw your video in expertvillage, they are very useful and they give me alot of hope and desire of learing Thank you once again for your art i hope one day i play a song with my saw .and one day i can see your live concert Best Reagrds Saeid Iran, Tehran

Natalia, I've been a fan since I first heard you on a public radio saw playing feature about you some months ago. I wish I could remember the name of the program. Your playing was on a higher plane than I had heard before or since. I just thought it would be fun to catch your playing in the busking enviornment or any where else if the timing is right. I listen to music of all kinds but couldn't play a tune if I had to. Have A Good Evening, Steve & Mary Kay Dawson Mussehl & Westphal Musical Saws WI, USA

Hey Natalia ~ Your music is so haunting and beautiful - it transports one immediately! How has the underground been recently for ya'? I'm auditioning for the 4th time this year for MUNY...cross your fingers :) xo Heidi ~ NYC, USA

Dear Natalia, I can�t believe such a beautiful sound can come from a saw. Actually, I couldn�t even imagine a saw ever being able to sound like that�. That�s REALLY AMAZING!! My name is Sara and I am a sociology major currently finishing up my last year at Princeton University. I am a musician myself, and certainly someone who is always looking to get inspired and to learn from other fellow artists. Your instrument is so awfully intriguing! I am very much humbled by you. Gratefully, Sara C. NJ, USA

i see you in the subway all the time and i love your playing. Shawn C. Brooklyn, NY, USA

Hello Natalia, I have watched some of your videos of you playing in the subways. You play very beautifully and are a great inspiration. Please keep it up! Have a nice day! Lela North Carolina, USA

hi natalia -- i studied some videos of you on youtube when i was learning how to play. i'm still amazed at how quickly and precisely you can zip from one octave to another. ~Lauren Pennsylvania, USA

wowooweeee your music is beautiful! i would love to see you live. best, Julie Brookly, NY, USA

hi, i found your webpage with busking info very inspiring and the info invaluable! i hope to busk soon in nyc, as well. :) used to busk in seattle Aditi T. NYC, USA

crazy good music! unbelievable sound! Nir B. Montreal, Canada

Hi, I saw (no pun intended) you underground at Union Square today, and I fell in love. You played Over the Rainbow, G-d Bless America and another song. I told you that I love you and I meant it. You really made me smile and I haven't smiled much lately. I would have stayed for an hour, but there's always stuff a person has to do. You would make a lot of people very happy if you played in a hospice, like Calvary or another. I'm a coinnessuer of music underground and you're up there in the ranks. Thanks again. ~Neil NYC

Wonderful. I can hardly consider myself a saw player next to yourself. Nathan M. San Francisco, USA

hello natalia this is anthony. Your music is awesome, keep up the good work. your an awesome musician.... i love your music very relaxing. anthony NYC, USA

Natalia! I'm Carlos, from Barcelona, Spain. I'm a saw player too. I'm a very big fan of you. Where you come to Spain??? Thanks a lot!! You have to come to Barcelona!!! Your way to play the saw is incredible... a very big inspiration for me. I wish to play with you one day Carlos Barcelona, Spain

Hi! I hope you remember me. I spoke to you few weeks ago, when you are playing on 59th street across the 6 platform. I am a student of Hunter collge. I saw on your website that you are not performing until April 26th. I wish there were more performance before end of April. Till then, keep playing beautifully! Taslima Astoria, NY

HELLO...!!!! i understand inglis, i am not speak inglish... Mi ingles es deplorable, alguien habla espa�ol????????? quisiera contactarme para conversar un poco acerca de lo que haces..... I AM FROM ARGENTINA.....I LIKE MAKE A SONG WITH YOU...Y TAKE KEYBOARDS.... YOUR INTERPRETATION IS BEATIFULL, EXELENT... gracias.....thank you...! Mauricio R. Argentina

Hi Natalia! Have I already told you how great your bells sound? Greetings Tom Germany

Dear Natalia, I listened to several of your music clips on your blog and I have to say I was absolutely mesmerized by the haunting sounds of your instrument. I would love to see and hear you play soon. Victoria Valencia, Spain

Hi there. Your sound is so unique. That�s really incredible what you can do with that saw! amazing! good luck to you! blessings! Lisa USA

hi Natalia, i saw you on new york subway a few times. you have been very inspiring. Lalita K. NYC, USA

Dear Ms. Paruz, When listening to you play on CD I've always bean impressed by how rapidly you go from note to note, without sliding through the tones in between. It is what sets your playing apart. Yesterday I saw the video where you "snap" through a scale. Flawless, crisp and perfect. I have bean playing the saw for about two years now, and you are one few players who continue to impress me. I play a 30" Wentworth which I'm very pleased with. It plays from d# to g#:a little over two octaves. My new saw is a Bahco Strad. It's a little disappointing. It's tone is perhaps nicer than the Wentworth's, but it's range is only from e to d: not quite two octaves. Have you ever considered giving performance information about the saws in your collection? Yours, Mac PA, USA

Hi Natalia, Please free to reproduce the poem however you wish - or even to modify it, adapt for performance, etc. - as long as I get credit as the originator (and a link back here if it�s online ). But I do appreciate your asking, and I�m very pleased (and a little surprised!) that a poem on a subject about which I know so little appeals to an expert in the field. I have actually checked out your blog once before, following a link from somewhere or another, and spent an enjoyable hour reading your stories from the streets. I thought the writing was top-notch. So I�m doubly honored by your favorable review. Thanks for stopping by. Dave B. PA, USA

Some years ago there was in Buenos Aires a musical group called "The Tururu Serenaders" who used to play tangos with saw, but their saw sound never will equals yours. Congratulations for your website!!! Pucky DAlessandro Argentina

Hi Natalia I never knew a saw could sound so wonderful WOW !! Ernie R. Charleston, SC

Hey Natalia, Your high grade lecture about the musical saw was really instructive and quite riveting. C U. Dovik A. NYC

Hi there, I enjoy reading your blog and the photos! Rob K. NYC

Hi there, It's Alyssa from Hero Reports. Your website continues to be quite an inspiration for my research. Best, Alyssa W. NYC/Boston

Natalia: I enjoyed myself very much at your performance. I hope to see and hear you again soon. :-) Steve NJ

Hi Natalia, Thanks again for alerting me/the list to your talk and performance this Saturday. It was fantastic and I really enjoyed it! I didn't want to be disruptive with the camera so I did a bunch of shaky, flashless snaps. This one turned out ok: http://flickr.com/photos/essrog/2447384637/ I feel like I learn a little something more whenever I hear you, and I'm eager to try bending a saw again ... maybe a little more carefully this time Anyway, once again, thank YOU for sharing your gift, and alerting me to your lecture & demonstration. It was wonderful and inspiring, I look to hearing more this year ... I�ll have to find more reasons to pass through Union Square in the middle of the day during the week! Stay gold - HANDEL L. NYC

Dear Natalia, I really enjoyed your concert! Thanks again! Ella S. NYC

Hi Natalia: It was so great to meet you in person at the Music Under New York auditions on Thursday. You were the perfect hostess. I watched as you helped calm down many of the performers who had the audition jitters. I also thank you for all the information that you shared with me. I look forward to catching one of your performances soon. Be well, John NYC

hi! i see you all the time, and have always loved your saw seeping through the tunnels as i walk to my train. really wonderful stuff. all the very best, jenny b. NYC

Hi Natalia, I've seen you more than once. I take the train at times square all the time. so I'll say hello when I see you. I would've never imagined that you could make music with a saw. Its really cool. :-) Julie NYC

Dear Natalia, I've never composed for the saw - but I'd like to. At least, the way you play it: in your hands it's not a novelty, it's a musical instrument. Can you give me - or direct me to - a beginner's guide to composing for musical saw? Thanks! Laurie D. England

Hey Natalia, I really enjoyed reading about what people have put in your donation box. New Yorkers never disappoint! Love your good hearted spirit! ~ JoAnn G. NYC, USA

"Lame Sonore" is so beautiful, i heard it a few times today! All best wishes from Johannes Germany

I hope to hear you in New York sometime soon� Your music is absolutely mesmerizing! Cath USA

Hi. I have a musical saw that I haven't played in 55 years. I have started playing again but find that, as was the case in 1953, the bow hair does not last long. Do you have any suggestions for making less wear-and-tear on the bow hair? Or, is there any other way (other than using a hammer, which I don't like the sound of) to get the same effect as the violin bow? Thank you. Your music is beautiful. Bob Tennessee, USA

You are so amazing, i've seen you so many times in the subways Mizanur BRONX, New York, USA

great ben USA

I want to thank you for the tutorials you have posted on you tube. It's such a push for us musical saw beginners! Your music and talent are inspiring. Best of luck =) Cindy Nehme France

Hello Natalia, J'aime beaucoup votre personnalit�, il y a une conviction qui se d�gage de vous qui doit faire bouger des montagnes!... Je comprends aussi l'anglais, mais j'ai du mal � l'�crire, donc pas de sou�is pour m'�crire en anglais.. All the best for your festival! Jean-Claude France

Hi Natalia thanks for the add. I've just released an album of Irish music featuring mainly O Carolan's pieces. Although I play about 20 instruments on the album the saw features on two tracks, most prominently on one. Thanks for the inspiration and help you have offered in the past. Pete Burns UK

Hello Natalia, Once again, my compliments to you too Natalia! You not only masterminded the logistics of the festival, you also played a wonderful and very impressive performance yourself! I particularly enjoyed the premiered piece for music-box and saw! Nick B. Germany

Hi, Very beautiful. I appreciate your talent as I have tried to play a number of differant saws. I do play a mean stainless steel sink. One I played was close to a pan drum. Best wishes, Gary H. Akron, OH

Dear Natalia, we really enjoy the program. Keep up the good work, you are a such dynamic young Lady, see you sometimes soon. Salieu S. NYC, USA

Dear Natalia: This was my first musical saw festival and it was great! It was great because of your super planning and skills of communication. Your directions from Oakland, New Jersey were excellent and I found a parking space only one block from the church. Now, I should take a few lessons from a New Jersey saw player to pick up some sawing techniques. After observing players like Moses, Irving, Nick, and yourself, i am now committed to improving my playing. Again, Natalia, you are to be commended for your effort and coordination in bringing together some great saw players for all of us to enjoy. You and others have encouraged and motivated us to continue playing and improve. Many thanks and God Bless You. P.S. Your articles and pictures in the Saw Players News has helped me to learn, not only about great saw players throughout the world, but important techniques and hints on how to play. Thanks again. Roger M. NJ, USA

I enjoyed your very entertaining youtube presentation. My father was a saw player and I have one of his. The bow he gave me needs to be restrung. I think I might buy a new one insead. What do you suggest for a bow that would produce a good sound? Also, what is that contraption on the left hand end of the saw. I have never seen one before. Where can I order one? After not touching my saw for many years, you have inspired me to take it up again. Thank you for your help- ful advice. Susan S. PA, USA

Hey, Saw Lady, You are a FABULOUS saw player. I am no where near as accomplished as you are. Stephanie USA

Natalia! You're gettin' some kick-ass press on MSG/SOUNDTRACKS...Waasaaaaay 2 go girl!!!!! : ) xo Heidi B. NYC, USA

Dear Natalia, My, how I love to hear you play. Amazing. Wishing you and yours all the best. Warmest regards, Peter P. Wisconsin, USA

Hey ! I can't believe it !!! I'm listening your music with tears in my eyes . . . until today, i thought it wasn't true when I saw delicatessen ! Alejo F. Buenos Aires, Argentina

Your saw music is beautiful! Janet J. USA

hey, i am jacob, i live in omaha, nebraska. i am 16 years old. i am a big time fan of yours. you actually inspired me to play the saw!! jacob r. omaha, nebraska, USA

Thanks for being such a wonderful musician and addition to life in New York! Very best, Zina S. NYC, USA

Hi~~ I love your music!! it`s amazing!! i saw you this weekend in subway,if you remenber there was a tall asin guy came to ask your email adreas.my name is Ting,i came from China,and still learn english,so forgiven me about my english. Thank you for bring such amazing music to everyone,and i hope you can understand my broke engilsh. your friend Ting NYC, USA

Hi Natalia, I've talked to you numerouse times while you have been playing. My favorite subway entertainer....!!! I see you shot with Chris Zedano on Staple St. He shot me there last Saturday, my two photos are on the gallery homepage.....it's nice to be in similar company with you when my mom comes to nyc next i'm bringing her to hear you. your smile and passion while you play is a testiment to real humanity. Thanks for your beacon to the NYC masses!!! Cheers Scoop S. NYC, USA

I saw you on youtube.com. And enjoy your music and your pleasant personality it is very contageous. I was wondering what object you use to hold the tip of the saw? I will enjoy you forever jeff d. Long Island, NY, USA

I recently became engaged. When I first started working at my current job I commuted through Times Square and whenever I heard you play I said to myself that if I ever got married I would want you to play during the happy hour (and maybe the ceremony). Well, we're just starting our wedding plans. Do you play at weddings and if so can you please provide me with additional information? Thank you very much. I love what you do! Leah S. NYC, NY, USA

Hello, I made it to the Saw Festival during my stay in New York. I just wanted to let you know that the high light, for me, was your opening song, from Lucia di Lammermoor. It was wonderful. Take care, from Eleanor. UK

Hello, Hello, You play verry well, I love the sound of you saw. Your playing and the soud of your saw are very particular and touching. Marvelous. See you soon. Gladys Champagne-Ardenne, France

i never knew such beautiful music could be made from a saw! Sandy USA

The music she plays draws you in and her smile captures you and embelishes her performance. A wonderful experience. I love her CD Walter K. USA

very special Hanna USA

She's the best! Larry USA

That is amazing... I just started at a community college yesterday and had my first piano class today, where I mentioned that my only instrumental experience was with the musical saw and thumb drum (I'm not particularly good at either, but since learning your handle trick- which I saw in one of your Expert Villaige video lessons- I have become a bit better a bit faster). Cheers, ~fawn USA

Hi! I love how you play and I really esteem what you do! My name is Carlo, and I study conducting in the conservatory of Venice. If you should ever come to Venice I'd be glad to show you the city and to introduce you to teachers and students in the conservatory. Maybe we could even organize a concert! Ciao! Carlo Venice, Italy

hi natalia, your saw playing is so lovely! my friend and are have started to learn to play the saw; we are really enjoying it, and your videos on youtube have been very helpful! thanks so much, sarah z. NYC, USA

I've recently rediscovered the captivating sounds of the singing saw, it is incredibly inspiring! Thank you for commenting on my art, it means a lot coming from such a talented person as yourself (I've watched many of your U-Tube videos). Leah R. Florida, USA

HI SAW LADY! i play a c. blacklock special with the little mallet that came with it, and with a cello bow. BTW, it was watching your videos on youtube, and looking at you website, that encouraged me to try out this wonderful instrument. thanks! Mig Austria

I heard you on the PHC rebroadcast this weekend and looked you up on th eweb. I'm glad things are going well for you! I love your music! ZekeNix ORLANDO, Florida, USA

Dear Sawlady, It was wonderful meeting you last night: your performance was just great and I also enjoy your Blog very much. best, steve b. Brooklyn, NY, USA

Hey Natalia ! I heard you on Prairie Home Companion last Saturday! That was really cool I ran around the house making sure everybody heard it. It was a rerun from a previous show so obviously you were one of the highlights. and beside any time is a good time to hear saw music on the radio. Hope you're loving the start of autumn! Terry B. Atlanta, GA, USA

Your music is so beautiful. I can't believe you can make such beautiful music from a saw. You are very talented. Tina Arizona, USA

hey natalia! it was totally my pleasure to feature you in ins&outs! i only met you once, but i knew immediately that you were a genuine, lovely person, and you are so talented in such a unique way. this next issue is slated for late october/november.take care! and thank YOU! cheers! audrey d. LIC, NY, USA