Comments on: Relative values: Tenor Alfie Boe and his mother Pat

By: Marybeth Heatherly

Marybeth Heatherly — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 12:49:10 +0000

On a HOT Friday morning, I bump into this article on “Pat and Alfie”…I was stunned. Then I read it…then I cried…..I had so-o-o hoped to raise my family this way , but …(I’m the eldest of 8)…. It is quite a wonder-filled story to read of Mr. Boe’s family, and growing-up…No wonder he’s such a delight!!….But his music…oh, my….I will never hear him in concert, but have been able to save my bucks, and purchase 2 albums, and got the “25th” dvd as a gift; so-o-o-, every morning, it’s Start Your Day w/ Boe….and every evening it’s Taps w/ the Boe….that voice….I offer my prayer for continued joy and success..and….God bless Alfie, Sr., and Pat!!!!!

By: Lori Miller

Lori Miller — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 07:32:03 +0000

What a wonderful article. It answered many of the questions I had about Alfie’s family and how he came to be endearing to so many. Such an incredible talent without “the airs and graces.”

I love his mom, Pat. So… “Bring Him Home” to her, lovely Sarah, as often as you can.

All the best to you and your family. With Love, Lori

P.S. I love to sing.

By: karen boe anderson

karen boe anderson — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:27:35 +0000

I heard you as Alfredo in La Traviata a couple of years ago .. brilliant..now just listened to Desert Island Discs .. and cried. I sentimentally imagine a shared Norwegian ancestry (your own father reminded me of my own.. uncomplaining, generous, humorous). Thanks for sharing brilliant music choices and such a candid life narrative.

By: Marilyn C. Hinson

Marilyn C. Hinson — Thu, 07 Apr 2011 17:58:58 +0000

GA Public Television was having a fund raiser & played the 25th anniversary concert of Les Mis at the o2 Arena 5 times during their campaign. I watched it all 5 times & still can’t get enough! I’ve ordered the DVD…can’t wait for it to arrive! I’ve always loved the story & the music of Les Mis, but since Alfie Boe has made it his own, I’m overwhelmed by him. His voice is pure perfection & surely can come only from God. I been reading all I can find about him on the web, & I’ve learned that he is a very special person. I look forward to listening to him & his incredible music for the rest of my life…Then I’m SURE I’ll hear it again in Heaven!

By: Janine Woodliff

Janine Woodliff — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:07:49 +0000

I thoroughly enjoyed Les Miserables on DVD rental here in Gainesville, Florida. Can’t believe I have never heard of it before, caught a portion of it on PBS channel. Watching it a second time now while typing this. In my efforts of trying to see if there might be more performances of Les Miserables, I saw the article on you and your mom. While reading it, she answered to my heart, I thought about my own four sons and how I raised them with my husband. Sometimes I fear now my values and convictions to do what I thought best might alienate me from the wives, as I am no longer the voice in the heads of my sons. It was a privilege to guide and raise them, but all great things must come to an end. Thank you Pat for your truth, so refreshing to hear someone speak from the heart and not from script, about being a mom, most especially to adult children. It helped more than you know. Absolutely loved Les Miserables. I will look for the DVD and also Bring Him Home, Alfie released this year. Best of luck on all your future endeavors Alfie Boe. My best to your wonderful mother.
Sincerely, Janine Woodliff

By: Launi

Launi — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 08:20:54 +0000

I’ve linked to your incredible “Four Valjeans” performance on my blog and it’s making people cry their heads off. We’re positively in love with you. Happy that you’re here in Utah for some of your time. My daughter is seeing you at BYU- Idaho. I’d come, but I’m afraid I’d scream like a 14 year old girl. THAT would be embarrassing. :} Thanks for sharing your lovely music with us.

By: Carol

Carol — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 01:15:25 +0000

You are an inspiration! We love music because something stirs us inside and once this happens we usually love that music always.

By: Douglas Bell

Douglas Bell — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 12:52:37 +0000

you were brilliant in La Bohem on Sky Arts the other night as were the rest of the Cast I also love your new Album too and hope you will come to Scotland on your tour soon.

By: stephen P

stephen P — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:44:21 +0000

Alfie, Brits living in the US, and only just “discovered” you while catching your sensational performance on “Les Mis”.while on a trip back to UK. Have ordered a copy of the dvd. Waiting to get your latest CD. When and where will we be seeing you live in the US

By: Gail Sanders

Gail Sanders — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 03:43:58 +0000

We love Alfie, his family and we are thankful for his success. How possibly could he just be our Sarah’s husband, Gracie’s dad and our very family friend–Life is good!

By: Elise Pearce

Elise Pearce — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 22:37:10 +0000

Hey, such a lovely article!
Just wanted to say how amazing you were in the 25th anniversary show of Les Miserables in London last week. I was lucky enough to be there in person and it absolutely magical!

Congratulations on making an amazing show even better, you were a fantastic Jean Valjean.

Thanks very much.
Elise Pearce

By: Patricia

Patricia — Tue, 25 May 2010 10:22:41 +0000

This is a lovely write up. You are an amazing person. All my life I have known you and you have never changed, so loving to all and always up for a laugh. Love you so much. God bless you always. xxxxx

By: Betty Bob Jones

Betty Bob Jones — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 01:40:07 +0000

Alf, I think this is beautiful ! Your MUM tells a wonderful story.
I learn as I read this article and I am so proud of you and Sarah.
Best to all the family !

By: Colin Pownall

Colin Pownall — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 20:07:08 +0000

Great article and a great family!

By: Jim Cook

Jim Cook — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:10:39 +0000

We enjoyed every minute of your concert at the Bridgewater Hall.
and also meeting you and your mother Pat. It was a very special night, you must be the only Opera singer that can hold an audience spell bound and then make them laugh. Thank you ALFIE.