![]() ![]() In 2011 6000 people died while waiting and 28535 people received organs and a new chance at life. alone are on waiting lists for a life-altering or life-saving organ transplant. Currently, more than, 115,00 people in the U.S. The second meaning of the title “Be A Blessing” has a much more immediate and urgent message. In Faith, there is no hopeless end where there is endless hope”. I also wanted to send a musical message of hope from someone who’s been there. I wanted to share that faith in hopes that you are also strengthened by it. My experience, although difficult and not with the outcome we had hoped for, has increased my faith in God and reaffirmed my trust in Him. If you’re going through some health issues or other pain, I hope this music soothes and inspires you. ![]() Read moreĪt the very least, if I can make an hour of someone’s day a little better, raise their spirits or give them a peaceful moment while they listen to my music then that goal has been reached. These great people, friends and strangers alike defined a type of person and attitude I felt should be recognized and celebrated.” “I also wanted to take what I’ve learned from my experiences and express that in my music in an effort to encourage and uplift others who might be going through some difficult times of their own. The title “Be a Blessing” has a dual meaning Peterson explains, “We were fortunate to have so many people in our life that were a blessing in so many ways. Since that time, guitarist Peterson has become an outspoken voice to increase awareness of the need for organ donor registration. Ann Peterson, who passed away in 2009 waited nearly three years for organs that never became available. “Be a Blessing” is critically acclaimed jazz guitarist, Dan Peterson’s heartfelt work of beautiful, poignant and impassioned compositions written during the difficult period in which his wife awaited a double lung transplant. His current project, "Be a Blessing", will be released in April 2013. ![]() Peterson, who walked away from an active role in music for nearly ten years, recently returned to the recording scene by displaying playing skills and compositions far advanced from his earlier work. have documented a prolific recording career spanning 35 years. Rave reviews by Guitar Player Magazine, Vintage Guitar, Guitar Digest, and featured in articles by Roland User Group Magazine, Peavey Monitor Magazine, Illinois Entertainer, etc. He was an Illinois Arts Council grant winner for jazz guitar composition and recording projects in the early 80's.Ĭontinued critical acclaim in major music publications for the following albums,"New Life Suite", "A Prayer for the Innocent", "In Praise of The Father", "The Blue Season", "Illinois Jazz Project" and 2005 release "Forward View" followed Peterson's recording career. Peterson's first solo LP' Voice of the Trees" was released in 1979 to critical acclaim by national magazines, Guitar Player, Stereo Review, Audio Magazine, etc. During this two year stint, Peterson participated in college jazz band clinics and/or performances with Rufus Reid, Gary Burton, Bob Hope, Stan Kenton, Maynard Ferguson, etc, which furthered his interest in the pursuit of esoteric modern jazz guitar explorations. As a member of a university jazz band he toured Europe in 1976. He later opened for Tom Petty, Journey etc, before pursuing the modern cool jazz school of guitar. Peterson toured the midwest in a blues band in the early 70's. Kansas City guitar prodigy, Dan Peterson opened for national acts such as Steve Miller Band, Strawberry Alarm Clock, etc at age 13. ![]()
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