Great American Song Book, Pop, Vocal Music
Deanna Colón
You know her from a certain diabetes commercial. Dynamic vocalist who has been on stage with superstars like Diana Ross, more.
“My Mom nurtured and inspired my love for music”. Whenever Deanna is asked where her love and passion for music came from, this is always her answer. As a young girl Deanna would sneak down to the family basement, her roller hairbrush in hand and would note for note match the riffs and tones of Whitney, Patsy, Chaka and Barbara. The family basement led to recording studios and stages in the Boston area, where Deanna was born and raised.
One lucky day, Deanna was overheard singing by a staff member at the prestigious Berklee College of Music. She was on the spot, offered a scholarship to attend their 5-week Summer Program and by the end of it, wowed the institution into awarding her a full tuition scholarship to study. Deanna gratefully accepted.
During her time at Berklee she honed her singing, performing and songwriting skills. She landed her first, national jingles, performed with and for Diana Ross, Patti Labelle, Arif Mardin, Yolanda Adams, CeCe Winans and Pat Metheny and on a magical night at The Wang Center in Boston, she took the stage with Stevie Wonder. He played piano and she sang “Ribbon in The Sky”. All she remembers is a standing ovation, hugging Stevie and not wanting to let go and being written up in The Boston Globe as a sensation the next day!
Deanna graduated Berklee with a BA in Music Business and Management and a minor in Songwriting. She picked up her degree and her stuff and moved to NYC. There she was met with more incredible opportunities as a vocalist for studio, live and jingle gigs. She landed a Top 3 Billboard Dance hit with “Higher”, which she sang/co-wrote and was produced by legendary DJ and Grammy award winning producer, David Morales.Deanna moved to LA where the passion and success flourished further. Her professionalism and talents led her to be called upon by greats like David Foster, Diane Warren and many other hit writers and producers for lead and background vocals.
In 2014, Deanna was a contestant on Season 8 of NBC’s #1 rated show, “America’s Got Talent”, and made it to the live, quarter semifinal round at Radio City Music Hall in NYC with a TV audience of 10 million. That same year she was cast as the lead singer/dancer/actress in the next 2 years of BIG LOTS holiday commercials.
Deanna has sung background vocals for Dirty Heads (All I Need), Daniel Skye (Smile), Nick Jonas (Chainsaw), Celine Dion (Unfinished Songs), Lea Michele (Louder), Justin Bieber (Believe & Pray), Havana Brown (One Way Trip), Paula Abdul (Dream Medley, Check Yourself & Pre-recorded performance vocals) & Cassie.
Her singing and songwriting can be heard in over 200 Film, TV & Ad placements like: “Apple”, “Betrayal”, “Sex and the City”, “General Hospital”, and “America’s Funniest Home Videos”, to name a few. As a vocalist, Deanna’s commercial resume includes national campaign spots for JBL, Dos Equis, Big Lots, State Farm, Nabisco, Proctor & Gamble, Mattel, Jack in The Box and Siemens Technologies, to name just a handful.
Deanna’s songwriting credits include: My Silent Bravery “Drunk Off The Sun”, Red Velvet” Dumb Dumb”, Quincy Featuring French Montana “Friends First”, Sophia Grace “Girls Just Gotta Have Fun”, Charlie Wilson “Life Of The Party”, Cody Simpson “Guitar Cry”, Cassie “Sound Of Love”, Mya “Alive” & “Fabulous Life”, Justice Crew “Sexy & You Know It”, Bret Ryan “She’s Beautiful”, Three Graces “A Man Like My Father”, plus!
Another creative passion for Deanna has always been cooking. Her parents owned an Italian Restaurant for 45 years and there and at home, Deanna honed her culinary skills. This led her to audition for Fox’s Master Chef in 2019, hosted by renowned Chef & TV personality, Gordon Ramsey. On Season 10 of the show, Deanna won a coveted white apron from the judges and became a member of the elite Top 20. Deanna will be appearing as a Judge and Chef on Season 2 of Hot Mess Express on Sling TV.
Forever creating, in July of 2020 Deanna launched her Inspirational, Self-Love/Body Positive company, Bomb Chica Apparel. The company was inspired by her song “I Am A Masterpiece”, a self-love anthem Deanna wrote in 2013 and released in 2017. It is an ongoing passion of Deanna’s to inspire everyone to love and appreciate themselves!
The future is bright and abundant and with that, gratefully blessed with creativity and talent, Deanna is LIMITLESS!
Opera, Percussion
Stephanie Ann Ball
Stephanie Ann Ball is an opera singer that has performed worldwide including venues like Red Rocks in Colorado.
She is swiftly taking her place in the world of classical music with her warm, strong, lyric voice. As a highly sought after concert artist and curator, she has performed on stages alongside world-renowned composers such as the award-winning Mark Hayes, and the composer of the highly acclaimed new opera, Rider’s of The Purple Sage – Craig Bohmler. Following a recent collaboration, Mr. Bohmler said this of Ms. Ball’s work: “I worked with Stephanie for the first time where [we] did a concert of varied repertoire in Mesa AZ. I found her an incisive and committed performer who was easy to follow and whose mellifluous voice certainly touched her audience. I was pleased at her facility with many styles from Strauss to Spiritual.” Ms. Ball has been invited to perform as a guest artist on concert series across the country including St. Peter’s Cathedral in Mansfield, OH, the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, CO, and has commanded the stage of Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado as a soloist for the Colorado Council of Churches.
Equally comfortable in the oratorio repertoire, Ms. Ball’s credits include appearances as the soloist for Mozart’s Requiem with the Bach Society of St. Louis, Handel’s Messiah with the Voices West Chorale, Songs of the Slave with the Larimer Chorale, Saint-Saëns’ Oratorio de Noël with First Presbyterian Church of Rapid City, Vaughan Williams’ Pastoral Symphony with the Jefferson Symphony, von Weber’s Mass in G and Mozart’s with the Ambrosian Choristers, and many others.
A favorite of opera-loving audiences across the nation, she has performed the beloved roles of Adina in Mid-Ohio Opera’s production of L’elisir D’amore, Frasquita in Boulder Opera’s Carmen, Annina in Winter Opera St. Louis’ production of La Traviata, Adele in Die Fledermaus with the Aurora Symphony Orchestra, among many others.
In recent years, Stephanie has created concept programs that showcase the many contributions African Americans have made to classical music. Renaissance & Remembrance: A Musical Celebration of Black History takes listeners on a journey through jazz, art songs by black composers, art songs featuring the words of black wordsmiths, and more. Her exciting concert Heading Up to Glory focuses on the many interpretations of the African American Spiritual.
Stephanie Ann also offers vocal toning to help people with stress reduction and nervous system regulation. It is simply singing specific pitches without words. It’s a little bit like chanting.
Folk, Pop, Rock
Denny Sarokin
DENNY SAROKIN has written for, recorded and toured with Every Mother’s Son, Rick Nelson, Crosby, Stills, Nash and other Hit Artists.
He’s written and recorded 100’s of songs for T.V. and Film, as well as being a touring solo artist, playing concerts, clubs, churches, and house parties.
His songs feature Up-lifting Lyrics and Melodies that feel like Old Friends!
With the help of a harmony pedal, Denny also plays full sounding cover versions of Classic Acoustic Songs.
Blues, Jazz, Soul
Acute Inflections
“A velvety mix of Erykah Badu & Billie Holiday” they have shared the stage with Jennifer Hudson, Keith Urban, and more.
New York’s sultry duo is led by a former Broadway singer and her 007 on bass.
. They can often be found entertaining their clients (United Nations, Mercedes-Benz, etc.) at high-end events across the world.
Their albums are always favorites on the jazz charts, and their shows are both fun and enchanting. Just prepare yourself, because these sassy artists love engaging their audiences!
Classical, Pop
Duo Eunoia
Inês on violin and Laura on piano, they have performed with the London Philharmonic and specialize in music and dementia.
Drawn together by their passion for using music in the context of health and wellbeing, Duo Eunoia creates interactive performances where creativity, improvisation and connection are at the heart of it all. They have supported and co-lead workshops for: early years, schools, SEN schools, groups for young people on the autism spectrum, for adults with disabilities, people living with dementia, homeless people, women and children who experienced abuse, women survivors of human trafficking, mothers experiencing postnatal depression, in prisons and in addiction recovery settings.
Passionate about discovering the work of lesser-known and contemporary composers, they share a varied and contrasting selection of music with listeners – from meditative sounds to magical scenarios, old traditions to folk melodies – to inspire each person’s own creative mind.
Inês Delgado:
Inês’ greatest purpose is to explore how music can help, empower and inspire others. Community music is therefore a big part of her work. Inês trained as a Music Leader with the Wigmore Hall and Evolve Music. She now continues the workshop facilitating work as a freelancer and working with organisations such as Wigmore Hall and Turtle Key Arts.
Inês is particularly passionate about working with vulnerable or marginalised groups, as she strongly believes that music and creativity should be accessible to all. Her passion for meditation led her to start a Meditation Teacher training, knowledge which will help her deepen the delivery of her Music & Meditation workshops. As a performer, Inês’ passions are orchestra and chamber music. She trained at the Royal College of Music, where she completed her Bachelor and Master’s Degrees. Currently, Inês is on trial with the Ulster Orchestra for the position of second violin Section Leader, and she was a 2020-2022 Foyle Future First with the London Philharmonic Orchestra. She regularly freelances with other orchestras, such as the Philharmonia and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.
Laura Casas Cambra:
Laura’s passion for facilitating access to quality and meaningful musical experiences for all has led her to combine a performing, community music and research career. As a performer and researcher, she is undertaking a doctoral research project at the Royal College of Music, which aims to introduce the public to lesser-known interwar female composers and their works, by recovering manuscript scores, preparing its premiere and recording, as well as their performing editions, suitable for publication. Alongside this, she is delighted to be engaged in community music projects with early-years, young people, women survivors of human trafficking, people living with dementia, and in prisons; with organizations such as Wigmore Hall, Pan Intercultural Arts, Spitalfields Music, Turtle Key Arts, Soundcastle or Liberty Choir UK.
Rock & Roll
Ben Mauro
Ben Mauro has performed all over the world, in some of the largest venues, with Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Cher, Lionel Richie, Don Felder (Eagles), Peter Frampton, and John Fogerty from Creedence Clearwater Revival. He has also performed with other icons, including Toni Braxton, Kelly Clarkson, and many others. He now performs singing and playing guitar, either acoustic or electric, as a solo singing guitarist, as a duo, or with his cover band.
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About
Tony Lombardi has been a performer for over 50 years and has played in bands since the age of 13. Tony plays five instruments, and his main instruments are the piano, keyboards, and the organ. His selection of music when performing ranges from the 1940’s (the Great American Songbook) to present day. From simple piano music to dance music, or whatever the mood, Tony covers it all. Throughout the 70’s and 80’s Tony played the nightclub circuit with his brothers Car- men and Rich, in their band The Lombardi Brothers. They played in many of the clubs in South Jersey and Delaware County, Pennsylvania. Today, he is the regular favorite at retirement communities and independent living facilities around the area. When Tony performs, he uses backing tracks achieving the sound of an orchestra, and sings songs from Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin, and Michael Buble, to just name a few. With his unique interactive approach, he gets the crowd singing, tapping their toes, dancing, and smiling. Recently semi- etired, he continues to work 2 days a week at Taylor’s Music Store and Studios as a sales expert in the piano and keyboard department and he also edits the company web site.
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Jessa is a Scottish singer and singing leader based in North Yorkshire, UK. A versatile singer with a wide range of repertoire from classic pop (particular favorites include Carole King, The Carpenters and The Beatles) to musical theatre and traditional folk tunes, Jessa has taken her singing outside since March 2020, singing her weekly “fieldsing” with the real songbirds in all weathers. Whatever the venue or style of song, Jessa’s pure, heartfelt vocals and characterful storytelling are always popular. Jessa leads a selection of choirs and singing groups, all with an emphasis on singing for health, well-being, and fun! Using a loop pedal and pre-recorded tracks, Jessa is able to create a live online choir experience suitable for all abilities. Jessa’s love of singing is infectious and she can lead you through simple warm-ups, catchy rounds and partner songs and a selection of classic hits to help lift your spirits.
About
DENNY SAROKIN has written for, recorded and toured with Every Mother’s Son, Rick Nelson & The Stone Canyon Band, Crosby, Stills, Nash, & Young, and other Hit Artists. He's written and recorded 100’s of songs for T.V. and Film, as well as being a touring solo artist, playing concerts, clubs, churches, and house parties. His songs feature Up-lifting Lyrics and Melodies that feel like Old Friends! With the help of a harmony pedal, Denny also plays full sounding cover versions of Classic Acoustic Songs.
About
Alan Mann studied classical piano as a child, playing piano and singing songs from musicals with his mother. He remembers that one Christmas his Aunt and Uncle bought him a huge box of second hand Juke Box records. He thought this to be an unusual gift but these records introduced him to lots of different music and he played them for many years. At 15 he bought his first Roland electronic piano and started entertaining at the age of 17 when he joined his first pop covers band. Alan was entertaining in the Social Clubs and Miners Welfares in and around Yorkshire and Derbyshire. Living in Yorkshire became difficult so he re-located to Suffolk in the mid-eighties where after ten years working as an engineer he became a training instructor in the engineering sector. There he continued with his musical pastime playing piano with various bands entertaining at weddings and celebrations as well as working with a popular sixties band at theaters throughout East Anglia. In 2017, Alan Mann took an opportunity for early retirement and began singing as a solo artist entertaining in the Care Home settings. Here, Alan found that his musical talents were very much appreciated along with his easy-going friendly personality. Visiting the residential homes and spending time with residents and staff has given him a new direction in life, which he hopes to continue with for many years to come. Alan performs variety of music from many genres with the aim of provided musical memories for everyone, encouraging his audience to join him in singing their favorite songs. Alan is married with four children ( three girls and one boy ) and also two grandsons.
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Anthony Cirillo fell into a mission for elders when he started performing in senior communities. And he still sings for seniors. He also does performances for all ages. With a repertoire of some 1,000 songs, Anthony can do a Mitch Miller sign-along, a Woodstock party, or move right into today with Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Kenny Chesney and any number of artists. It all started when he was 10 and his father decided that he should take guitar lessons. He had the idea they would go out and perform together. Well he hated the lessons of course and put the guitar aside. A year later his dad died and that guitar was beckoning. The passion has not subsided. He went from the bass player in the band to a full-fledged entertainer; at his peak performing nearly 200 shows a year for upwards of 20,000 people. He has been entertaining audiences since 1971. He has entertained in casinos and resorts, has one several Billboard songwriting awards, recorded in Nashville and has been featured in BMI writer showcases. He regularly entertains in local venues, clubs and cafes and is available for private functions as well. He can also MC your events. As a frequent contributor to Charlotte Today he will be a familiar face to many. You can find him on Amazon, CD Baby and iTunes. Anthony has 16 pre-recorded programs ready for you with more coming and you can schedule live stream events as well.
About
Ariel Sol Bertulfo Schwartz (2000) is at the cutting edge of musical arts as an LA-based composer, producer, and harpist. Originally hailing from Chicago, he is passionate about channeling musical innovation to foster community both on and off stage. Storytelling, ancestry, technology, and mischief intersect to inform his dynamic approach to the music of today.
About
Lee performed on the violin and in song since his childhood, replacing the violin with the guitar in 1973 as a teenager. As a singer-songwriter-guitarist, he has been writing and performing both as a solo artist and part of a duo/trio since the late 1970's. His adult contemporary style is reminiscent of secular artists Dan Fogelberg, James Taylor, Paul Simon and Jim Croce; Christian artists Michael Card and Bob Bennett. He performed in clubs throughout the DC-MD-VA area to finance his architectural studies at the University of Maryland, and then in his native state of NJ after graduating. He started writing Contemporary Christian Music in 1986, and has produced an album of original Christian music entitled CHILD OF LIGHT. Lee also has an active YouTube channel. Lee has performed for audiences of over 5,000, and was an opening act for the Grammy-award-winning band AMERICA in 1997. He has also performed in vocal groups as backup for Andy Williams and Clint Holmes, and has been a featured performer at both Christian and secular festivals. He has received acclaim from nationally and regionally known Christian artists, radio personalities and industry people, receiving airplay and being interviewed on radio and television. Lee and his wife Elaine live in Mays Landing, NJ. They have 3 children and 7 grandchildren. Lee's calling is to write and share his heart through songs about the Christian life, both the joyful and the difficult. His transparency about his own struggles brings an honest voice of healing to the struggling soul. What critics have said about Lee's music: • “...smooth renditions on his acoustic guitar...” • “...his easy, you-could-listen-for-hours voice...” • “His songs mirror life's struggles...the lyrics stand on their own as poetry."
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Ben Mauro is an international musician, who has performed all over the world, in some of the largest venues, with Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Cher, Lionel Richie, Don Felder from the Eagles, Peter Frantom, and John Fogerty from Creedence Clearwater Revival. He has also performed with other icons, including Toni Braxton, Kelly Clarkson, and many others. He now performs singing and playing guitar, either acoustic or electric, as a solo singing guitarist, as a duo, or with his cover band.
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“I love being able to schedule a musical performance in my 55+ Community Room with many of my new friends and acquaintances joining in, and benefiting from, a quality musical performance!”
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