Stu Cornick and Savoir Faire Band: Bay Area "reviews"
Savoir Faire Band San Francisco Bay Area client, planner and facility manager reviews
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January 15th 2012 / Wedding @ Mountain Winery, Saratoga
~Brides "Yelp" review~
~Wedding Planners review~
Hi Stu,
Just wanted to say how great it was to work with you on Sunday. They were a nice couple and nice family and everything went smoooooth. Thank you for being a great partner on it.
Thanks again and hopefully we see each other again soon!
~Amy
Amy Frugoli, CWC
Certified Wedding Consultant
P|408.655.9695
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December 31st. 2011 / New Years Gala @ Sonoma Lodge, Sonoma
Stu,
Many thanks for a great evening of great music! Everyone had a wonderful time dancing, as was very evident by the hundreds of photos of the guests on the big screens! Lots of positive feedback…
Happy New Year to you & the Band, ~Kathy
Kathy Witkowicki, Executive Director & Jackie's Mentor
Sonoma Valley Mentoring Alliance
916 First Street West
Sonoma, CA 95476
707-938-1990
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November 12th, 2011 / Wedding @ Regency Center, San Francisco
Sincerely,
Inna - Wedding Design & Coordination
415-717-1199 / info@anyoccasion.us
http://anyoccasion.us / We are on FaceBook
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October / 2011 50th Birthday Party @ Home in Los Altos Hills.
Hey Stu,
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August / 2011 Corporate "Dinner Party" Event at Meritage Resort and Spa and Artesa Winery, Napa CA. with DJ Savoir Faire and Savoir Faire Band Jazz Quartet
Meritage Manager: Asa Christinson / AChristensen@TheMeritageResort.com
Artesa Manager: Glenn Corner / GlennC@ArtesaWinery.com
Dear Stu,
August 11th, 2011 / Net App Corporate "Fun Run" with DJ Savoir Faire
Thank you Stu for another awesome job at NetApp, I am getting many compliments that the DJ was great, you rocked it! Again!! Many thanks!
Kathy Anaya - NetApp Events Manager/ kathy.anaya@netapp.com
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June 5, 2011 Wedding @ Opera House, Los Gatos CA with Stu Cornick and Savoir Faire Band
We are back from the honeymoon and in the swing of things. First, I want to say that you guys were all TOTALLY AWESOME. We remarked that night (and have talked since) that it was some of the best money we spent and all the guests LOVED the band. You all sounded amazing, totally got the feel of the night, and really made it a fun, amazing party.
We're planning to put up Yelp reviews soon, but if there's somewhere else you want us to post we'd be happy to - and we'll be sure to recommend you to anyone throwing an event!
Best,
Lisa and Ross
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5/22/2011 Wedding @ Log Cabin Precedio, San Francisco CA. with Stu Cornick and Savoir Faire Band
First let me say, Savoir Faire kicks up the party beyond your expectations. Here's the bottom line...your guests will say things like, "I felt like I was in a movie" if you hire Stu and his band. Hands down the best wedding entertainment I've seen. Savoir Faire played my wedding reception and brought it to another level.
If you're on the fence between getting a DJ and going with the band, go back to your budget and cut everything until the band works. I guarantee it will be worth it. Early on we knew we wanted a band, but were unsure we could afford it and and were really nervous about picking the right one. We wanted a band that felt contemporary, had a lot of range and could really put on a good show. We filtered through hundreds on gigmasters and more. We narrowed it down to about a dozen that we contacted and actually went and heard 3 live to get a feel for what was behind the mp3's. Stu stood out from the beginning.
He has been in the business for a long time, is well known and liked by many other vendors (our caterer - who was also amazing - knew him well and gave the thumbs up). He made us feel comfortable right away, first offering to meet us just to help us get to know him, the process and the opportunity better. He could be a wedding planner himself. He knows the show inside and out. Stu had ideas on the timeline, flow, music and how he would keep our party going. After talking with him I knew these guys were going to bring a show that would be like I was dreaming about.
Savoir Faire will make your night. They have such range, know how to read a crowd and can get everyone up on the dance floor. They were able to play songs from Tony Bennett (father/daughter dance) to Bon Jovi and current dance hits. Unbelievable. Their performance was flawless. Stu MC'd the entire evening, sounded incredibly pro (I can't even explain how cool it was that it didn't come across cheesy - he made the whole evening seem so polished). The band rocked it. Every one of them is incredibly talented...sax, drums, keyboardist, bass, guitar and vocalists.
Oh, and P.S., get lighting...that little recommendation made the night magical.
Stu - we loved our night. Thank you and the band. it was everything you said it would be and more. Fairytales man....that's the business you're in.
V.I.P. LIST
- Alicia Silverstone, Wedding @ Sunnyside Lake Tahoe, CA
- John Lassiter / Pixar Studio's/Diabetes Fund Raiser @ Fairmont San Francisco, CA
- USA Ski/Snowboard Team, Annual Event @ Ritz Carlton San Francisco, CA
- Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation @ Ritz Carlton San Francisco, CA
- Sports franchise party’s: 49ers, Giants, Sharks, Warriors, A’s, Raiders,
- Union City 50th Anniversary @ Crown Plaza Union City CA
- Tracy Bilitnikoff “Oakland Raiders” Family Foundation, @ Marriott San Ramon, CA
- Bob Klein & Danielle Guttman “Research” Wedding @ Portola Valley, CA
- Brett Michael’s of “Poison”/”MTV’s Rock of Love”, Concert @ Salinas CA
- Eric Johnson “SF 49er” Wedding @ BV Vineyards Napa Valley CA
- Ulrika “People Magazine editor” Wedding @ Sweden Denmark
- Kara & Kelly “AT&T VP” Wedding @ Grand Wailea, Maui Hawaii
- Smyth Family “New Years Party” Sun Valley Idaho
Client testimonials / 2009 - 2011
5.13.11 - Social "Singles Mingle" Party
Stu,
You and the band Rocked last night!!! I got so many raves I lost track. It was the best Singles Mingle ever. As soon as I have summer release dates I will be planning my next singles event, and you will be the first band I call.
Kathy Englund, Director of Sales and Marketing
The Mountain Winery
Saratoga, CA
CEnglund@MountainWinery.com
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Hi Stu,
We appreciated your band's performance for our 2010 New Years Eve. We had great feedback from the members who attended. We have you on our preferred vendors list for future private events and other member events as they come up. Thanks Stu and Savoir Faire Band!
Sincerely,
Giselle Stephani
Special Events Planner
Los Altos Golf & Country Club
(650) 947-3129 phone
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Hi Stu and Savior Faire,
Thank you so much for another WONDERFUL event. As always you are extremely professional, and so easy to work with. I apologize for the change of location the night of the event but you and your band handled it with unmatched grace and poise. As was at the previous event the guest feedback we received on you was extremely positive. I am excited to use you at the next event and will continue to recommend you to friends and family.
Mary Nadine Kane
Entertainment Co-Chair Red Tie Gala 2008 & 2010
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Hi Stu,
Wonderful to hear from you. Emily and I both have been meaning to email you but, yes, it does take a while to recover.
I might have told you that night (or intended to tell you) that we were really happy with your performance and would be happy to talk to anyone who might want a recommendation. You were just perfect, the music and the energy were exactly what Emily and Ben were hoping to have, and we've had lots of wonderful feedback from our guests. You really picked up on the mood of the guests and kept things fun and high energy. I agree that it was a massive event to plan and you were professional, knowledgeable and great to work with. We couldn't have been more pleased. I thought the whole night was fantastic (I'm a little biased however)!!!
If we can help in any way with future bookings, please let us know.
Emily has a friend and work associate who is putting together entertainment for a convention in SF in the spring. She gave him your name and contact information so I hope you'll be hearing from him. I will certainly pass on your name to anyone I know who is looking for a band. Hope all is well and that you have a wonderful holiday as well!
Ellen
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HI Stu,
I apologize for just getting back to you...We were gone for a couple of weeks and it's been so hard to get into the swing of things.
Just wanted to Thank you guys for making our wedding so amazing. Everyone enjoyed everything and you guys really got everyone dancing- most of our guests never left the dance floor...you guys made it so special and we can't wait see you guys play again or we need to use you for another party!!! Thank you for everything you guys were all so amazing...I will recommend you to anyone who needs a band.
thank you,
Nicole & Todd
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Hey Stu –
I put some stuff up on your face book so everyone could see. I also plan to yelp you! Bottom line… We LOVED you guys. You made the night! I certainly danced my %$# off!
I love working with great people that over exceed expectations. Glad Testarossa took good care of you. That’s a cool place. Not loving the new coor Jess but that’s a side note. Lots of my friends asked about you so hopefully you’ll get some business from this.
Wanted to chat with you and the band a bit more but the night went by in a flash. That’s how parties go. Ya hang on and hope for the best.
Kelly
PS: We’ll keep an eye for when you guys are playing in town. )
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Hi Stu,
We're taking a delayed honeymoon, so it's back to the real world for us.
The evening was a smash hit and the band was a big part of that. I think everyone had a great time and a number of people came up to us and told us it was the most fun wedding they had ever been to.
Overall your guys did a great job and we've already gotten inquiries for recommendations.
You guys rocked and I won't hesitate to recommend you to friends and family. Thanks again!
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Hello Stu,
Thanks for the wonderful e-mail!It was a pleasure meeting and working with you on this great event- I also thought that everything went as smooth as we could have helped make it :). I left around 12:30 - how late did the guests stayed? Julie and Igor seemed to enjoy dancing a great deal :) I have a feeling they had a fabulous time!
Thank you for all your hard work - you have a terrific band! I hope we get a chance to work together on other events in the future!
Please keep my contact information for reference!
Sincerely,
Inna - Special Events Consultant and Coordinator
415-717-1199 / info@anyoccasion.us / http://anyoccasion.us
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Hey Stu!!!
Oh my gosh, you guys ROCKED!! We had such a blast at our wedding and I cannot tell you how many people talked about how awesome our band was :) I already have one friend who says she is DEFINITELY using you at her wedding...once she finds a groom of course... :) Could not have asked for a better time - you guys were amazing. If you ever need references, we are happy to sing your praises!!!!
Thanks again SO MUCH!!!!!!!
Kim & Danny
2007 - 2009 SPECIAL EVENT CLIENT COMMENTS…
1.16.09 Wedding for Harry and Steven
Hotel St. Clair, San Jose CA
Contact: Hilary Mercante, Catering coordinator / 408.271-3351 / HMercante@ilfo.com
Thank You!
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Stu!
It went so well, and they were so happy!
Glad they keep showing up to your gigs, they were a fantastic couple to work with.
You're the top of my list for any clients searching for bands! I'll add you to Satura Cakes Preferred Vendor List as well.
See you soon hopefully,
Jenny Voight / jennifer@jennifervoight.com (Wedding Coordinator)
12.31.08 50th Anniversary for Union City California Crown Plaza, Union City CA
Hi Stu,
Thank you for doing a great job for us. I received great feedback from many of the attendees. You did a great job of keeping the energy going and kept the people on the dance floor all night long. Thanks again!
Virginia and Union City 50th Anniversary
vsupnet@sbcglobal.net
11.1.08 27th Anniversary Benefit for the California Elderly Jewish Living Center Black Hawk Automotive Museum, Danville CA
Stu,
It was a fabulous event in great part to you and your band- we've never had our group dance so much and tell us they loved it as much. Thank you. We, of course, will call you for next year once we have a date. You are terrific!
Jan Corran
sailing3755@aol.com
10.25.08 WEDDING RECEPTION FAIRMONT HOTEL, SAN FRANCISCO
Manager: Barbara Grieves / 415.772-5229 / barbara.greaves@fairmont.com
Hi Stu!
We thought that your overall performance was fabulous!
Everyone loved your energy and your style! You, Stu, have an awesome voice and were a delight to work with. All in all, it was a spectacular evening and everyone was dancing up a storm. We particularly liked your idea about having the Bride and Groom introduced and going right into their first dance, followed by 2 songs for the guests to join in.....that was awesome!!!
Thanks so much for being a part of a very special event in our lives!
Anne and Jim Morrissey
9.26.08 WEDDING CEREMONY DUO AND RECEPTION BAND
SILVERADO COUNTRY CLUB, 1600 ATLAS PEAK RD, NAPA CA
Manager: Kimberie Crego / 707.257-0200
Stu.
You guys were fabulous, and we got TONS of compliments!! I will absolutely recommend you to anyone looking for a band... feel free to have anyone also call me as a reference.
I do plan on throwing Barry a surprise 40th birthday party... probably in or around San Francisco. It's not until June of 2012, which I know seems far away, but I would LOVE for Savoir Faire to play!! If anything comes up between now and then, you are at the top of my list!
Thanks again, Stu. Hope you really enjoyed your birthday with us!!
Natalie
natalie@gracebynatalie.com
9/13/08 WEDDING RECEPTION / JW MARRIOTTE, 500 POST ST, SAN FRANCISCO CA
Manager: Michelle Willoughby 415.929-2012
Stu and group,
Thank you so much for making our wedding so great! Your music got everybody up and dancing and made for a perfect night!!!
Collette and Seth Garsha
collette78@hotmail.com
8/16/08 WEDDING RECEPTION / STONE TREE COUNTRY CLUB, 9 STONETREE LN, CA
(415) 493-2180
Dear Stu,
You guys did awesome!! Thank you so much for everything. Went great!
Thank you,
Grace Dougan
A Touch of Grace Party Planning & Coordination
Ph. 415-717-8667
Fx. 415-234-6078
www.atouchofgrace.biz
8/17/08 WEDDING RECEPTION / CLIFF HOUSE RESTAURANT, 1090 POINT LOBOS SAN FRANCISCO CA
415.386-3330
Stu,
Thank you so much for a fabulous wedding...everyone commented on how great the band was. The music was awesome and everyone had a fantastic time dancing. Sorry if it got a bit crazy with the kids, but they had a great time as well. I definitely will refer people to you, the band was great.
Thanks again,
Nancy Taitz
Nbtaitz@aol.com
8/3/08 WEDDING CEREMONY DUO AND RECEPTION BAND / SEASCAPE RESORT, APTOS CA
Stu,
Thank you so much for doing such a great job performing at our wedding! The first song and father-daughter dance song were excellent and I greatly appreciate you making the extra effort to learn those songs for us.
Everyone that we talked to had great things to say about your band and there is no doubt that your great music and personality set the tone for an amazing night. Many of our guests asked for your contact information and I am sure that you will be receiving calls from family and friends who would like you to play at their special events. Thank you again for helping to make our wedding celebration such a festive and fun event!
I will call you when Tori and I get back from Greece so we can get out to the beach and play some volleyball.
Best,
Benjamin Ow
benjaminmow@gmail.com
6/29/08 WEDDING CEREMONY DUO & RECEPTION BAND / PARADISE RIDGE, SONOMA CA
Stu-
Thanks so much for the bitchin time. It was exactly how I hoped it
would be! My Mom says her feet are still hurting.
Thanks again!!
Mandy and Tal
6/7/08 WEDDING CEREMONY AND RECEPTION / STRONG WINERY, ALEXANDER VALLEY CA
Hi Stu!
Thank you so much for the wonderful music on Saturday! The Wedding Ceremony Musicians were wonderful and all of the guests loved the dance music from the Band!!!
Please let me know if I could help you with anything else. Also, if I get any pictures of the band I will forward them on to you!
Thanks again,
Kacie
kacielauren@gmail.com
5/17/08 30TH ANNIVERSARY PARTY @ HOME IN LAYFAYETTE CA
Dear Stu and Band,
Peter and I want to thank you for a fantastic evening! The trio at cocktails set just the right backdrop to the beginning of the party and our guests were certainly surprised when we did our first dance to Moondance! We loved the music selection with the full band - EVERYONE loved you guys!
We greatly appreciated your prompt replies to emails and calls, to on-time arrival and set-up and the wonderful energy you and the Band brought to the party. Simply put, Peter and I had a GREAT time at our 30th Wedding Anniversary party, and the music was a huge factor. Thank you very much.
All the best,
Melinda / mmdarbee@earthlink.net
4/12/08 WEDDING COCKTAILS AND RECEPTION @ SONOMA MISSION INN
Stu,
Your band does it all! I couldn’t believe you played Frank Sanatra and ACDC in the same night. Thanks for playing overtime and keeping the party rockin! Plus, your cocktail musicians were great!
Also, thanks so much for helping us through the process and making our special day a huge success.
Carrie and John Aitkin
carrie@allsourceappraisal.com
3/8/08 WEDDING @ GOLDEN GATE CLUB, PRECIDEO SAN FRANCISCO
Thank you Stu!! You gave our party a rocking atmosphere and really brought down the house at the end of the night! You also did a great job with the special songs you learned for us. Your expertise with the 'flow' of the wedding was key. We love your band and had an amazing time. I can't wait to see you in May for the Darbee 30th Anniversary party!
Patty Kinnunen
pbkinn@aol.com
12/15/07 Super Micro Corp Gala @ Santa Clara Convention (over 1500 guests)
Stu! YOU and your band family are sheer genius!! Incredible stage presence, magnetic charisma, stunning good looks - STU - YOU HAVE IT ALL!
We are blessed to have found you and now will only want to book you-you-you!
You were able to adjust to the expectations of this unique and discriminating crowd and we were impressed with you agility. Angela already received emails about many folks frustrated that they wanted to learn more "good moves" from you.. (no one ever taught them the electric slide before!). Everyone left for home exhausted, but happy!
Gee - the best part was that you got the CEO dancing like Michael Jackson. Now this is this engineering genius that encourages people to work 16 hours, including Saturdays, and never leaves the test labs! Amazing. I will have her send you pictures.
Al and Angela / ADR Events
12.7.07 Corporate Party, Bernadus Lodge & Spa Carmel CA.
Stu,
Thank you so much for making our party so much fun! You guys were so great, and everyone really enjoyed having a band. I will definitely recommend Savoir Faire!
Thanks again and I hope you have a wonderful holiday.
Paige Craford
Craford Benefit Consultants
PCraford@Craford.com
11/3/07 Wedding Reception for Todd and Mary
Hi Stu,
Thank you and the band for providing such amazing entertainment. We had such a great time at our wedding and much of that is attributed to Savoir Faire. We chose your band just from audio clips provided on your website and as soon as we listened to one clip we were sold. Live music provided a more intimate feel to the occasion and I know we wouldn't have had that without you and the personal attention we received months prior to our big day. I'll be sure to send pics as soon as we get them!
Thanks again. If you ever need to use us a reference please feel free. Todd and I would give amazing feedback.
Mary Driscoll / Mary_Driscoll@Countrywide.Com
10/20/07 Wedding Ceremony, Cocktails and Reception @ the Old Federal Reserve, San Francisco CA *Savoir Faire Duo for Ceremony/Cocktails and Full Band/DJ for Reception
Hi Stu!
John and I had a fabulous time at our wedding. We are clearly a couple who likes to have fun and your services were an important part to our experience and based on our guest feedback, it was superb! Ceremony: During the processional where the wedding party walked to the alter, I thought the music was beautiful. It was exactly how I envisioned – romantic, sultry acoustic sounds echoing throughout the walls of Old Fed. This was perfect and still brings a happy tear to my eye when I think about walking down the stairs to be with John -- the music heightened my emotions so clearly was a part of that. This will always be THE most special moment of my life! Cocktail Hour: Everything was wonderful! I didn’t notice any awkward transition from the ceremony to cocktail, back to reception, which was my main concern. Everything seemed to flow smoothly here and the music was perfect. Dancing Reception: Another FAVORITE part of our evening! John and I had a blast and continue to get guest feedback that they had a great time. One of my favorite comments came from my new father-in-law who commented that he was a little concerned about the “Koreans” (aka, my parents’ friends) because throughout dinner they were very conservative and reserved, but “…I tell ya, once the band came on, the Koreans went nuts (!!) and had fun dancing up a storm (!!) …” You made my parents’ friends feel comfortable enough to let loose and have fun so thank you for that!! Side Notes: Band/Disc Jockey package – I told you this at our initial meeting and I’m now convinced, you should charge more for your services. I don’t know what the competitive rates for Bay Area entertainment services are, but you guys are GREAT and John and I felt we got a good package for all the services you provided us.
Thanks, Stu and family! It was such a pleasure working with everyone, and I look forward to when our paths cross again
With sincere regards,
Eunice and John McLaughlin / Eunice_Hong@sbcglobal.net
10/20/07 Wedding / Event Coordinator comments …
“I was the event planner for a recent wedding in which Stu coordinated the musical entertainment and acted as emcee. He was always easy to reach and very responsive to requests for information and advice from the nervous bride in the run up to the wedding. He kindly attended a walkthrough at the venue ahead of the event and made proactive suggestions as to the location and set up of the musicians on the day which allowed us to better coordinate the transition of the space from wedding ceremony to reception on the day. The duo that played the pre-ceremony and cocktail jazz music was first class and the choice of DJ music in between sets was great but, by far the piece de resistance was Savoir Faire, the amazing dance band that played great music for the reception. From 80’s classics to chart topping tunes and slow numbers, everyone young and old was grooving on down and had the best time. The dance floor was full all evening. Thanks Stu and gang for a great evening’s entertainment.”
Best
Mandy / mandy@mandyscott.com
October, 13th 2007 Wedding at a beautiful home in Menlo Atherton, CA
Hi Stu,
We spent a lot of time researching dozens of Bay Area bands and we couldn't have been happier with our choice. The band sounded great and everyone had an amazing time on the dancefloor. AND We pulled off Every little thing she does is magic perfectly and got lots of compliments on it! Thanks again for making our wedding so wonderful and memorable.
Rosanna / rosannapr@gmail.com
October 6, 2007 Awards Gala for United Van Lines at the Marriott Hotel, San Mateo CA
Hey Stu!
This is just an overdue THANK YOU for everything the night of our awards gala! You guys were such a huge hit and really made the party! People are already asking me if I can fly you guys out to wherever our next conference is!
You were such a pleasure to work with. I really appreciate all your help. Thank you!
Jaye McManus
National Van Lines
2800 Roosevelt Road
Broadview, IL 60155
jaye.mcmanus@nationalvanlines.com
Donna, what did you think of our Savoir Faire Jazz Quartet for your Corp event on 9/25/07 at the Palace Hotel, San Francisco?
They were Awesome! My clients loved them. Thanks Stu.
Donna
Pineapple Planet Productions
donna@pineappleplanet.com
100% Pure Hospitality!
9/1/07 Wedding Reception at Trentadue winery, Geyserville CA
Hi Stu,
We left for our honeymoon a couple of days after the wedding and just
got back yesterday! We had a wonderful time in Greece.
AND we had an AWESOME time at our wedding!!!! You guys rocked!! I knew
you would, but you guys more than exceeded our expectations!!
Many guests commented on how much they enjoyed the band. You guys
nailed Living on a Prayer! Thanks so much for learning it, you
definitely need to add it to your list of songs!
Arick and I felt like we were at our own private rock concert, which is
exactly what we wanted!! and I'm glad that our guests enjoyed it too!!
I'm glad that you made some contacts and got some
more business in wine country. Yes, it's a far drive home to Santa
Cruz. I'm glad you guys made it back safe. Definitely would be good to
stay the night for the next time you have a gig up there.
Please feel free to add us to your reference list. We'll be happy to
talk to your future clients anytime.
Take Care,
Ceci & Arick Brown / melgarejo.cecilia@gene.com

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