Dave Rudolf is a long time performer and a multi award winning singer/songwriter who is working on his 31st and 32nd Album right now…He's a Gold Record, Grammy nominated artist, 15 time nominee for Entertainer of the Year awards from NACA( The National Association for Campus Activities), has 32 albums many of which have won various awards. He is an award winning childrens' author, wrote for Disney, did a TV pilot for the All New Captain Kangaroo several years back, written for Second City, and lots more stuff we won't bore you with…Dave is currently touring in support of his new CD.. He's shared the stage with The Beach Boys, The Everly Brothers, The Mamma and Pappas, Steve Goodman, John Hartford, The Smother Brothers, Michael Smith, Megon McDonough, The Gatlin Brothers, Sha Na Na, and weirdly back in the day, Cheech and Chong to name a few…His latest CD, Acoustic Live is getting national airplay on various folk radio stations throughout the country…He also has writing workshops and music Biz workshops should you be interested.... Daves' Family/Kid shows are totally interactive with Limbo sticks, hula hoops, Beach Balls and tons of other props, sound effects, backgrounds, and more, and cover a wide range of age groups. I have themed shows such as “Beach Party, Halloween, Christmas, On Vacation, and more.. Writing workshops for kids are available as well...   If you are interested, he'll be glad to send a more extensive promo pack, including sample CDs and video, simply call or email him with any questions, requests for more promo, or availability for dates... Dave can send you an Electronic Press Kit or more hard copy info -He has an adult Beach Party, halloween, British Invasion, Cracked Christmas, and a great acoustic act (Songwriters or his own material or combination of both) Check out Daves' websites for videos of some of the shows, sample posters, reviews and more... If you are looking for a fun, interactive show we think you will love Daves' shows... Quotes What I love about a Dave Rudolf show is that I know it's always going to be a great time. Whether he's performing his well-crafted witty originals or feel good favorites, Dave engages his audience and lets them drive his song selection. His musicianship is first rate. It's entertainment and then some. Paul Zimmerman, Producer Maple Street Chapel Folk Concerts  Dave Rudolf is one of the most versatile and entertaining performers on the folk scene today. Whether he is putting his own spin on a beloved cover or singing one of his own well crafted songs, be it hilarious or poignant, Dave never fails to captivate and engage his audiences. Highly recommended! Valerie Birk/ Booking agent for Edgar's Place Coffee House, Park Forest, IL John McLaughlin ,The Digital Folk Life  review of Dave Rudolfs "Acoustic Live" Cd A 2-disc collection of Dave Rudolf originals, together with 10 non-Dave favorites (total: 36 songs), recorded at four different venues Of the Dave-composed songs, my favorites (as of now!) are “Rosalee’s Cafe,” “You’re Getting Old,” and “State of Mind”; he does really surprising - excellent - takes on the Jagger/Richards, “Ruby Tuesday” and on John Prine’s Angel From Montgomery.” Enough. Do yourself a major favor. Get the CDs. You’ll thank yourself, after you’ve thanked Dave Rudolf. Chicago Sun Times--- Dave Rudolf Captivates his audience. Anything and everything that happens onstage or offstage during a Rudolf concert becomes fair game for his disarming wit. The Daily Illini--- Dave Rudolf is a rare blend of musicianship and comedy. He introduced a fascinating array of musical characters with a wit that was both ingratiating and disarming.....He doesn’t just let the audience in on what he’s doing, he makes them a part of it. "Dave, to say that you are a breath of fresh air is an understatement; you are a force of nature.  Your show is so entertaining and so much fun, not just because of your awesome talent but also because of your wacky sense of humor and the easy-going way you engage the audience.  No two shows are ever the same and our audiences leave with big smiles on their faces.  Thanks, Dave." Janet Collins Adult Programming Coordinator Rolling Meadows Library