Testimonials
Patrick Larson – Owner of Caffe Boa Ahwatukee
Val Yemetz – Owner of Florencia Pizza Bistro
Mike Manginello – Beaver Lake Tradition
Steve Johnson – Owner of Keegan's Grill Ahwatukee
Michael Higgins - Private Party
- Chris Donnelly has been performing weekly at Caffe Boa for since 2021. He covers over 300 songs, and plays finger style and flat pick to bring out a quiet James Taylor song and then rock to Green Day later in the evening. Chris interacts extremely well with the customers by playing requests, keeping a light hearted discussion, and visiting tables during breaks to ensure everyone is happy. When Chris is playing, the phone starts ringing at noon to reserve tables. He's never missed a gig and is a key feature at Caffe Boa.
Val Yemetz – Owner of Florencia Pizza Bistro
- Chris Donnelly introduced great acoustic music and brought additional guests to my restaurant. We knew we would have a crowd when reservations came in 3 days in advance. Our guests loved hearing their favorites by James Taylor, Eagles, CSN, Elton John, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, Darius Rucker, and many more. Guest comments included; “Great music and great people”, “awesome evening” and “when is Chris paying again.” Chris is now a regular at our bistro and I look forward to more incredible evenings.
Mike Manginello – Beaver Lake Tradition
- Chris Donnelly started an acoustic tradition at our Beaver Lake summer community. He hosted open mic nights with other musicians from the lake community, and it caught on quickly. Not only is Chris an excellent entertainer and musician on his own, but he encouraged others to play. The evening brought the musical community together. By the end of the summer, the weekly open mic nights were drawing upwards of 100 fans and 20 musicians. We are hoping that Chris continues to host this event as a Beaver Lake summer tradition.
Steve Johnson – Owner of Keegan's Grill Ahwatukee
- Chris Donnelly is the anchor performer at Keegan's on Friday nights. Our guests enjoy Chris' performance and our Canadian customer's encourage Chris to learn Gordon Lightfoot songs to make them feel at home. Chris learn new songs every week so customer can hear familiar tunes.
Michael Higgins - Private Party
- Chris Donnelly entertained our annual 4th of July party guests this year and it was a hit. Chris kept the party going, and the neighbor’s adjacent party loved the music so well they started to send requests over. We look forward to Chris’ entertainment as part of our annual party.