"Dan Keding is an American storyteller who mixes traditional stories with
ones from his own experiences, using humor and power to get them over. He
was quite brilliant and one of the surprise hits of the festival."
Dave Beeby, The Living Tradition Magazine, Great Britain (review of
the Sidmouth Folk Arts Festival.)
"For Dan Keding simplicity and high art go hand-in-hand."
William Furry, Illinois Times
"Dan Keding presents two recordings of stories that are absolutely
captivating. His expressiveness is excellent and dashes of modern rhythm and
phrasing really bring the European folktales on Dragons, Giants and the
Devil's Hide to life."
Bruce Baker Dirty Linen Magazine reviewing South Side Stories and
Dragons, Giants the Devil's Hide
"There are nine stories all together...immaculately performed by this fine
storyteller. An excellent CD...possibly his best yet."
Facts & Fiction , Great Britain
Richard Walker reviewing Promises Kept, Promises Broken
"It was as good as Sesame Street... that was the approval rating given
storyteller and folksinger Dan Keding at Argenta Primary School."
Dave Petrina, Decatur Herald and Review
"Dan kept the audience hanging on his every word. Everyone present had a
great time; sharing laughs, memories, & dreams."
David Chayer, editor, Teacher Tales, Blackburn College
"Keding's rich voice and honest style add to the tales' warm appeal."
Naomi Leithold, Chicago Parent Magazine, Best of 2001 Review of "Rudy
& the Roller Skate
"Dan has worked his magic again. Here is a lovely collection of traditional
tales told with warmth & affection by a storyteller who clearly loves
what he's doing."
Facts & Fiction, Great Britain, Richard Walker reviewing Strawberries
in Winter
"Keding's straightforward, no frills telling style puts the stories at
center stage ...just pure storytelling."
School Library Journal, review of Strawberries in Winter
"Keding's considerable skill as a storyteller makes these well-paced
expressive tellings as his smooth voice creates a warm, comfortable
atmosphere. This upbeat yet thought provoking blend of story and song will
be an attractive addition to school and public libraries."
School Library Journal, review of Rudy and the Roller Skate
"Storyteller Dan Keding ranges from modern to positively medieval in these
two recordings, but in every case the results are thoughtful, fresh and
entertaining."
Booklist, review of Rudy & the Roller Skate and Strawberries In
Winter
"A one man folklore society."
The David Adler Cultural Center, School of Folk & Old Time Music,
Libertyville, IL.
"Keding's storytelling is captivating."
Donna Scanlon, Rambles : A Cultural Arts Magazine, review of Beyond the
Hero
"Keding's mellow voice, vivid descriptions, straightforward style and
endearing characters make this recording (The Gypsy Wagon) a joy to listen
to. Listeners will fall in love with Keding's Croatian Grandmother, Noni,
her colorful friends and the many neighborhood folk."
Naomi Leithold, Chicago Parent Magazine