David Feldstein

I find this one of the truest poems in the English language. When a death occurs, I stand on my front porch and recite the Hebrew prayer, "Kaddish" and Dover Beach as I reflect upon my connection with them and its loss. Once heard a tale of seven writers who would choose their favorite poem, by title, and thrown into a hat. Each would defend their choice. All seven listed Dover Beach. This was verified to me by the daughter of one of the writers. I never tire of reading and pondering this poem. It enfolds you in its words and metaphors; it expresses you in your grief. It is clear in its beautifully scripted words.

I saw them live once. Like a Seeger concert you had to sing. And oh, how they could sing. The record captures their spirit, their joy of entertaining, the necessity of song and its meaning for all of us. This is a great, great album.