The love affair began early, which may very well explain how Taylor Roberts’ professional career is well into its third decade. Spanning as wide a range of influences as there are genres of music, Taylor Roberts has earned a reputation that is continuously expanding. Although his heart is deeply steeped in Jazz, Roberts does not...
We gather to play our music and connect with the communities that support us. At our acoustic jams you will hear a many of the genre standards that range from swing, ballads, Latin bossas, bolero, waltz, and more. Even though we gather simply to play for the love of the music and community, we promise toe...
Nate Lopez delivers a sound that is much more than a typical solo artist: With the ability to play bass and guitar at the same time on one instrument, Nate creates dynamic original music and solo cover arrangements of timeless favorites from many styles of music, including Jazz, Blues, Pop, and Funk. When Nate plays his music on his unique 8-string...
Over the past 8 years, Mafalda has come to NY alongside her guitarist/arranger Paul Ricci to become a standout on Jazz radio and on the NY scene where, among other venues, they've played at Birdland, Mezzrow and NYU, and have recorded 4 CDs that feature John Patitucci, Don Byron, Dave Leibman, Rogerio Boccato, Helio Alves,...
Mark Tonelli is an internationally-renowned musician and educator whose career is characterized by innovation and entrepreneurship. Mark is associate professor of music and coordinator of Guitar Studies in the School of Music at Millikin University, where he coordinates the guitar studies program and teaches courses in commercial music. Mark created the long-running course Arts Cafe, a live-performance venue that students operate, which features...
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Become part of the the La Dolce Vita performing community! Join us for an open mic. on the first and third Saturday of the month between 7:00 and 10:00 PM. Bring your instrument, voice, your poetry or comedy routine (keep it clean) and we’ll provide the PA, a very welcoming and supportive audience and of...
Soda Blue is a dynamic duet comprised of partners Alice Frish and David Fermanich. Friends for over 30 years, Alice and Dave share a chemistry that comes across well on stage. Technically a ‘cover’ musical act with a focus on high energy pop and smokey R&B, their joking and overall sense of fun turns their...
Patty Jackson’s angelic voice, her stunning finger style guitar licks, the sweet sound of her ukulele, and the funked up chords of her minty green baritone guitar.Patty’s musical style is a unique fusion of folk, rock, and country with a touch of jazz.Born in central New York, Patty was given some Joan Baez tickets when...
Musician Robert Marcson has performed music his entire life. He plays multiple instruments including violin and piano, but his stripped down shows feature only acoustic guitar and voice. His songwriting style is complex and subtle. He especially likes the play of lyrics that draw the listener into a thoughtful world. He has released four albums...
