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Glenn Bassett, also known as ‘My Mate George’ lives in London, England and plays guitar and sings. His job since 2012 has been leading music sessions for people with dementia. They are energetic groups, and there is always plenty of dancing — it’s like a big party. He has over 2000 songs in his repertoire and can usually oblige any style. And if he doesn’t know it, he’ll go and learn it! Glenn created Teatime Tunes’, a brilliant idea to help engage and foster positive behaviors from those suffering memory loss 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.

Anthony is a Philly native who has entertained in casinos and resorts, has won several Billboard songwriting awards, recorded in Nashville and been featured in songwriter showcases. He regularly entertains in local venues, clubs and cafes and is available for private functions as well.

“Singer at Large” Johnny J. Blair has been playing music professionally since the 1980s, having toured internationally, released many recordings, and worked with major artists. However, over the years, one of his joys is to perform for the residents in assisted living homes. “I’ve played the Royal Albert Hall, Disney, Las Vegas, cruise ships, temples in India, and little places all over the world, but there’s something special about playing for our ‘seasoned citizens.’” Johnny’s set includes familiar songs from The Great American Songbook (Johnny Mercer, Cole Porter, Hank Williams, folk songs), Elvis Presley, “The Rat Pack” (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin), movies (Sound of Music, Mary Poppins), “cowboy songs” (Gene Autry, Sons of the Pioneers), and much more. He looks forward to entertaining in your home!

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.