SINGER, GUITAR

Aaron Hawkins

Aaron Hawkins is a one-man powerhouse. Strong and soulful vocals accompanied by melodic guitar playing. With a bright attitude and a wide flexible range Aaron is the perfect fit for any event!

SINGER

Amy Moffitt

Versatile Singer, Multi-Instrumentalist & Radio Host Sharing Music Across Borders

Amy Moffitt has sung for decades—on street corners, in basilicas, in the woods, and on stages across the UK, the US, and Canada. She has led church music for many years, including five years as cantor and choir member at St. Augustine’s Roman Catholic Church at 15th and V in Washington, DC, and currently performs with her band, The Overthinkers.

Amy also plays a variety of whimsical instruments, including the ukulele, hammered dulcimer, and melodica, and has hosted a biweekly radio show on Takoma Radio for eight years, sharing music designed to uplift and calm listeners. Passionate about the power of music to communicate when words cannot, Amy delights in every opportunity to sing for audiences and bring joy through her performances.

Sample Song List

🎵 Amazing Grace

🎵 How Great Thou Art

🎵 O Holy Night

🎵 Fascinating Rhythm — Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Beginner’s Luck — Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Superstition — Stevie Wonder

🎵 My Cherie Amour — Stevie Wonder

🎵 Songbird — Fleetwood Mac / Eva Cassidy

🎵 On the Rock Where Moses Stood — Carter Family

🎵 Red Dirt Girl — Emmylou Harris

Harpist

Anna Ellsworth

As a winner of the Anne Adams Award, harpist Anna Ellsworth was featured in the opening concert of the 42nd American Harp Society National Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. She has won prizes in the American Harp Society National Competition (Young Professional Division), Korean International Harp Competition, and Young Artist’s Harp Competition and was a two time winner of the Boston Harp Festival’s Stars of Tomorrow competition, subsequently performing in the festival’s Stars of Tomorrow concerts. Currently, Anna enjoys a diverse freelance career and loves to perform in almost any capacity, whether that’s playing in an orchestra or accompanying herself while she sings for weddings. She holds a Master of Music degree from Yale University.

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FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Anthony Rowland

Certified Personal Trainer Helping Clients Build the Best Version of Themselves

DANCER

April Burril

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Ariel Jacobson

With nearly twenty years of professional experience, singer/guitarist Ari Jacobson has a wide repertoire guaranteed to delight senior center audiences. From beloved folk singalongs to jazz standards to country classics to all your favorite hits from the 50s through today, Ari always finds a way to put a smile on the faces of any audience.

Sample Song List

• You Are My Sunshine – Traditional

• I’ll Take You Home Again, Kathleen – Traditional / Irish

• Hey Good Lookin’ – Hank Williams

• As Time Goes By – Dooley Wilson

• Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland (from The Wizard of Oz)

• All I Have to Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers

• Love Me Tender – Elvis Presley

• A Hard Day’s Night – The Beatles

• (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding

• Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel

Singer

Ashley Denay

Ashley Denay is an on fire, go-getting up and comer in the music industry. She’s been described as having a voice that “tugs at your heartstrings” and can “convert negativity into something beautiful.” Ashley has an extensive musical background, providing vocals for both stage performances at venues such as MGM Grand, Las Vegas, or recording barbershop live performances: also in Las Vegas.

Ashley has dedicated her life to helping others, and she does so unselfishly. From giving vocal performance, piano and musical theater lessons in Seattle all the way down south of Baltimore – Ashley’s commitment is clear: spreading love through knowledge and music!

Ashley’s training, love and inspiration for music has led Ashley into becoming a successful singer with many awards, enthusiastic reviews from professionals, and recognition as “The Voice of Baltimore”!

Sample Song List
At Last – Etta James
Dreams – Fleetwood Mac
Don’t Stop Believing – Journey
Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You – Frankie Valli
Respect – Aretha Franklin
I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor
Rock With You – Michael Jackson
What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
I Can’t Make You Love Me – Bonnie Raitt
Sweet Thing – Chaka Khan
Dancing in the Street – Martha and the Vandellas
Proud Mary – Tina Turner
What’s Love Got to Do With It – Tina Turner
Jolene – Dolly Parton
That’s Life – Frank Sinatra
Unforgettable – Nat King Cole
The Way We Were – Barbra Streisand
Let It Be – The Beatles

Showtunes/Musicals:
Sound of Music
My Favorite Things – Sound of Music
Tomorrow – Annie
All That Jazz – Chicago
This Is Me – Greatest Showman
A Million Dreams – Greatest Showman
My Heart Will Go On – Titanic
Hopelessly Devoted to You – Grease

Cello, Piano

Atticus Mellor-Goldman & Minji Nam

Pianist Minji Nam, a graduate of the Eastman School of Music, has worked for Yale University, the Aspen Music Festival and School, Bowdoin International Music Festival, the McDuffie Center for Strings, Florida State University, and the MTNA competition. Most recently, Minji was the head Coordinator and Collaborative Pianist at the Yale School of Music.

Cellist Atticus Mellor-Goldman earned his Masters degree in 2021 from Yale University. DuUpon graduation, Mellor-Goldman moved to Washington, D.C. after winning a position in the Air Force Strings.

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO

Ayodele Owolabi

Powerhouse Singer and Performer: IO the Singer

A singer-songwriter whose vocal range has been praised by the likes of Andra Day and Bill Nye the Science Guy, IO is an artist whose musical storytelling and vocal prowess both challenge and heal the hearts of her audience.

Unbound by genre and free in spirit, IO’s musical journey spans from her roots as a Gospel worship leader in the American South on BET’s Sunday Best, to her studies in Jazz at Howard University in Washington D.C., and her love for Classic Rock, Funk, and Pop—all of which resonate in every performance she delivers.

Most recently, she has sold out every single show she’s presented in Europe, with lines of fans waiting to find spare tickets on the day of each performance.

As a survivor of abuse, IO channels her electric stage presence and storytelling into performances that embody freedom, rage, and the vast spectrum of human emotion. At her core, IO represents the powerful act of coming home to yourself.

COMEDIAN, LECTURER

Belinda Cleare Criddell

Belinda infuses her sense of humor into all aspects of her work as a standup comedian, consultant, speaker, and instructor.

Entertaining and making people laugh most of her life, Belynda is a multi-talented individual. Originally from a small, rural community in Canada, her comedy material is based on hilarious stories from her outrageous life and family, as well as her extraordinary understanding of life and human nature.

Her comedic style is an interpretation and observation of people and life, delivered in a lively, intellectual, and sidesplitting manner.

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “Let me say first Belinda did an amazing job with the Black Loyalist presentation! The residents loved it!”
• “Residents really enjoyed Belinda during her recent lecture there and would enjoy having her return.”

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

“Let me say first Belinda did an amazing job with the Black Loyalist presentation! The residents loved it!”

“Residents really enjoyed Belinda during her recent lecture there and would enjoy having her return.”

SINGER, BANJO, GUITAR, UKELELE

Beth Mead

Upbeat, delightfully engaging, and familiar songs

She is a charming and engaging personality. Her upbeat repertoire is drawn from the Great American Songbook, Big Band, Swing music, Western Swing, and country, bluegrass and pop hits of the past and present. With her diverse range of music, she can cater to any audience, from the young to the young at heart.

Sample Song List:

• At Last – Etta James

• God Bless America – Kate Smith

• Chain of Fools – Aretha Franklin

• Before He Cheats – Carrie Underwood

• I Heard It Through the Grapevine – Gladys Knight & the Pips

• Who Knew – P!nk

• When Will I Be Loved – Linda Ronstadt

• Let’s Fall in Love – Diana Krall

• O Holy Night – Various Artists

SINGER, DJ, GUITAR, KEYBOARD

Billy Zee

Fun sing along musical memories

Billy Zee is a former Baltimore City elementary music teacher who performs acoustic guitar, piano and is also a DJ. He performs songs that the guests will enjoy singing along from all eras – including the standards, 50 – 70’s, country, summertime music, etc. It is a fun journey of music with singing, clapping, laughing and dancing to bring back those memories from past years. Billy Zee encourages song requests from the audience.

Sample Song List:

• Frank Sinatra – Fly Me to the Moon
• Louis Armstrong – What a Wonderful World
• Elvis Presley – Blue Suede Shoes
• John Denver – Take Me Home, Country Roads
• The Everly Brothers – Bye Bye Love
• Bill Haley & His Comets – Shake, Rattle & Roll
• Cab Calloway – Minnie the Moocher
• Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons – Can’t Take My Eyes Off You
• Jimmy Buffett – Margaritaville
• Roger Miller – King of the Road
• The Drifters – Under the Boardwalk
• Danny & The Juniors – At the Hop
• The Big Bopper – Chantilly Lace
• Paul Anka – Puppy Love
• The Temptations – My Girl
• Village People – YMCA

Singer, Guitar, Drum Machine

Brad Emmett

An engaging 50’s and 60’s jukebox experience!

With over two decades of experience captivating audiences with his talent, Brad is equally skilled with his voice and guitar. He seamlessly weaves together soulful melodies and captivating rhythms to create an unforgettable musical experience. His song selection from the 50’s and 60’s takes residents on a journey into the past. He enjoys seeing so many residents recognizing the songs and singing along with him during his performances. One of his unique features is the innovative use of technology in his performances. Utilizing a digital drummer controlled by his feet, he adds drums and percussion to his sound, creating a rhythmic experience that resonates with audiences. It’s not unusual to have some residents who can’t help but get up and dance! Additionally, he incorporates a harmonizer pedal into his setup, enriching his vocal performances with lush harmonies. He is a one man band! Brad specializes in engaging with senior audiences, where his warm personality and timeless repertoire strike a chord with listeners. Whether he’s performing beloved classics or introducing audiences to new favorites, his passion for music shines through in every performance, leaving a lasting impression on those who have the pleasure of enjoying one of his performances. Brad can also perform as part of a three piece band. Same great songs, same engaging experience, but with bass and piano added.

Sample Song List:

• All Shook Up – Elvis (1957)

• Bye Bye Love – The Everly Brothers (1957)

• Runaround Sue – Dion and the Belmonts (1961)

• Donna – Ritchie Valens (1958)

• Come Go With Me – The Del-Vikings (1956)

• I Saw Her Standing There – The Beatles (1963)

• Hey Good Lookin’ – Hank Williams (1951)

• In the Still of the Night – The Five Satins (1956)

• Hang On Sloopy – The McCoys (1964)

• La Bamba – Ritchie Valens (1958)

• Rock Around the Clock – Bill Haley and His Comets (1954)

• Earth Angel – The Penguins (1954)

• Summertime Blues – Eddie Cochran (1958)

• A Teenager in Love – Dion and the Belmonts (1959)

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis (1961)

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King (1961)

• Good Lovin’ – The Rascals (1965)

• Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash (1955)

• Goodnight Sweetheart – The Spaniels (1953)

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “Brad Emmett is doing a great job with the trivia at SK. He is fabulous. The SK residents loved him and enjoyed how interactive he was. He was excellent and giving that factor we wanted.”
• “We enjoyed Brad Emmet who came for our NYE party and would love to have him again.”

Vocalist, Guitar, Drums, Harmonica

Brandt

Vocal Shapeshifter Traveling through Time

Brandt has technically been entertaining audiences since his school days in the late 1970’s. Graduating from jazz/jam drummer to rock band frontman/guitarist to one man band, Brandt performs unique, yet familiar, versions of over 500 eclectic covers and originals throughout the 1900’s to music from the 21st century.

Sample Song List
Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
Only Living Boy in New York – Simon & Garfunkel
Stand By Me – Ben E. King
Sitting on the Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding
What’s Going On? – Marvin Gaye
Three Little Birds – Bob Marley
Easy – The Commodores
Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash
Touch of Grey – The Grateful Dead
Something – The Beatles

Vocalist, Multi-Instrumentalist

Bruce Gardner

Bruce Gardner is a singer/songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist and architect of The Bruce Gardner Experience. Born in a suburb of Maryland, Bruce discovered his love of music at a young age listening to his family’s eclectic collection of old LP’s from all genres. In his teens he played with local Go-Go music bands while interning as a recording engineer/producer at Bebop Productions Inc. where he earned his first professional recording credits as a producer and session musician working on the album “Plays With Toys” by Imago/Chrysalis recording artist BASEHEAD.

DANCER, SINGER,DJs

Bryan Archibald

DMV-Based Actor & Entertainer with a Strong Musical Theatre Background

A Howard University Fine Arts graduate in Theatre Arts and Music, he is a DMV-based working actor and entertainer.

Ensemble

BW and The Danger

BW and the Danger is an acoustic cover band who plays your favorite songs from the last 70 years. For Senior performances, they focus on hits from the 50’s and 60’s. Made up of Brad “BW” Emmett on vocals and guitar, Karen Chae on vocals and piano, and Bobby Banks on vocals and bass, they have over 120 years of combined performing experience. They take audiences on a journey back in time as they play many timeless hits. It’s not uncommon for audiences to sing along and even get up and dance at their performances. They utilize a digital drummer that allows them to sound like a four piece band. This means they take up less space and have complete control over their volume. They love engaging with Senior audiences through their music and crowd work. They’ve become the favorites of residents at some communities. They look forward to bringing their musical experience to your community and to meet and perform for your residents. They also offer an hour of Holiday music for that time of the year.

Sample Song List:
Let Me Be Your Teddy Bear – Elvis Presley (1957)
All I Have to Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers (1958)
Que Será, Será – Doris Day (1956)
Love Me Tender – Elvis Presley (1956)
Be My Baby – The Ronettes (1963)
Blueberry Hill – Fats Domino (1956)
Little Bitty Pretty One – Bobby Day (1957)
Lollipop – The Chordettes (1958)
Help Me, Rhonda – The Beach Boys (1965)
Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin (1959)
Money (That’s What I Want) – Barrett Strong (1959)
My Girl – The Temptations (1964)
Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash (1963)
Walkin’ After Midnight – Patsy Cline (1956)
Twist and Shout – The Beatles (1961)
Yakety Yak – The Coasters (1958)
This Magic Moment – Jay and the Americans (1969)
The Wanderer – Dion (1961)

INSTRUMENTALIST

Carter Stevens

Sample Song List

• Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

• Hey Jude – The Beatles

• I Get a Kick Out of You – Frank Sinatra

• Irish Washerwoman – Traditional Irish

• Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder

• La Vie en Rose – Édith Piaf

• Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Take Five – Dave Brubeck

• Wedding Tarantella – Traditional Italian

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Cinda Smith

Unique Harmonica and Ukulele Songs from Funny to Poignant

Cinda Smith is an award-winning singer-songwriter based in Kensington, Maryland, renowned for her lyrical style and unique blend of harmonica and ukulele. With a repertoire of original songs ranging from humorous to heartfelt, Cinda’s music brings smiles and creates meaningful connections through genuine, relatable storytelling.

Cinda has earned recognition for her songwriting, including a Finalist Award in the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Song Contest (MASC) Rock and Alternative category for her song “House of Mirrors.” She also received Honorable Mentions in the 2020 MASC Freedom Song category for “Fences,” co-written with David Scott Weaver, and in the 2019 MASC Lyrics Only category for “NOLA.”

Currently, Cinda is preparing for the release of her new EP, recorded at Gizmo Recording Studio in Silver Spring, Maryland. In addition to her solo work, she performs as part of WeaverSmith, a duo with David Weaver.

Sample Song List:

1. Heat Wave – Martha & the Vandellas
2. Bring It on Home to Me – Sam Cooke
3. Take Out Some Insurance – Jimmy Reed
4. Cupid – Sam Cooke
5. These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ – Nancy Sinatra
6. Moonglow – Music by Will Hudson and Irving Mills, lyrics by Eddie DeLange
7. Proud Mary – Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)
8. You Are My Sunshine – Jimmie Davis
9. Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles (written by George Harrison)
10. Rainbow Connection – Kermit the Frog (from The Muppet Movie)
11. Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
12. Peaceful Easy Feeling – Eagles

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO, ENSEMBLE

Claudia Gargiulo

I perform classic Latin American tunes as a duo or trio, featuring drums, guitar or piano, and vocals.

Claudia Gargiulo is an acclaimed Argentine singer known for her captivating interpretations of classic Latin American music. Based in the Washington, D.C. area, she has garnered recognition for her clear, resonant voice—a quality once praised by the legendary Mercedes Sosa. Claudia’s repertoire spans a rich variety of genres, including tangos, boleros, bossa novas, and folk music from across Latin America and Central America. Her performances often reflect the nostalgic essence of beloved songs, many of which were inspired by her mother’s favorites from the Latin American musical tradition. Through her artistry, Claudia brings to life the emotional depth and cultural richness of Latin music, enchanting audiences with every note.

Sample Song List:

• “El día que me quieras” – Carlos Gardel & Alfredo Le Pera

• “La cumparsita” – Gerardo Matos Rodríguez (lyrics by Pascual Contursi & Enrique Pedro Maroni)

• “Bésame mucho” – Consuelo Velázquez

• “Cielito lindo” – Traditional (adapted by various artists)

• “La bamba” – Traditional (popularized by Ritchie Valens)

• “A media luz” – Edgardo Donato & Carlos Lenzi

• “Sabor a mí” – Álvaro Carrillo

• “Solamente una vez” – Agustín Lara

• “Adiós muchachos” – Julio César Sanders & César Vedani (famously performed by Carlos Gardel and Julio Sosa)

SINGER, GUITAR

Cole Larravide

Cole Larravide | Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter with International Stage Experience

Cole Larravide is a Maryland-based singer-songwriter who has performed at many world-famous venues, including Blues Alley (Washington, DC), The Cavern Club (Liverpool), Whisky a Go Go (Los Angeles), The Fillmore Silver Spring, The Birchmere (Alexandria), The Hamilton Live (Washington, DC), and The Cobblestone Pub (Dublin).

He has also appeared as an opening act for notable artists such as Three Dog Night, Grand Funk Railroad, Tommy James and the Shondells, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, Ruthie Foster, 10cc, Hot 8 Brass Band, and Pete Best, the original drummer of The Beatles.

Cole recently recorded an upcoming album at the legendary Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, further cementing his place among today’s dedicated touring and recording artists.

Sample Song List

🎵 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right — Bob Dylan
🎵 Buckets of Rain — Bob Dylan
🎵 That’s All Right — Arthur “Big Boy” Crudup (popularized by Elvis Presley)
🎵 Folsom Prison Blues — Johnny Cash
🎵 The Fool on the Hill — The Beatles
🎵 Dear Prudence — The Beatles
🎵 Midnight Special — Traditional
🎵 Never Been to Spain — Three Dog Night
🎵 Sloop John B — The Beach Boys
🎵 I Know You Rider — Traditional (popularized by Grateful Dead)
🎵 Goin’ Down the Road Feeling Bad — Traditional (popularized by Grateful Dead)
🎵 House of the Rising Sun — The Animals
🎵 Gone, Gone, Gone — The Everly Brothers
🎵 The Last Time — The Rolling Stones
🎵 Things We Said Today — The Beatles
🎵 Last Fair Deal Gone Down — Robert Johnson
🎵 Matchbox — Carl Perkins

SINGER, PIANO

Cynthia Dillard

Jazz, Blues, and Boogie-Woogie Piano

An engaging pianist with a Jazz & Blues background will get your toes tapping, heart happy, and put some sunshine in your day. Cynthia Marie is a pianist & songwriter from Maryland with a love of the blues, boogie-woogie, and jazz genres. She plays everything from American Jazz standards, to golden oldies, R&B, classic hymns, and popular favorites with her signature piano rhythms.

Sample Song List:

• In the Garden – Traditional / Various Artists

• Edelweiss – from The Sound of Music (Rodgers & Hammerstein)

• Just a Closer Walk with Thee – Traditional / Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley (various versions)

• How Great Thou Art – Traditional / Elvis Presley

• Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland

• Let Me Call You Sweetheart – Patti Page / Bing Crosby / Various Artists

• I Just Called to Say I Love You – Stevie Wonder

• Peace Like a River – Traditional Spiritual

• This Little Light of Mine – Traditional Gospel / Odetta / Raffi

• My Girl – The Temptations

• On the Sunny Side of the Street – Tommy Dorsey / Louis Armstrong / Ella Fitzgerald

• You Are My Sunshine – Jimmie Davis

• Love Me Tender – Elvis Presley

COMEDIAN

Dana Lollar

Natural. Edgy. Hilarious. Relatable. Your favorite FUNNY friend.

Comedian D. Lo hails from Baltimore, MD. Always a jokester, D. Lo stumbled into the comedy world in November 2015 after a leg injury left her out of work.

In her short comedy career, she has won more than 30 competitions and was a finalist in Magooby’s New Comedian of the Year Competition. She has headlined various shows in Baltimore, DC, Delaware, Florida, Chicago, Milwaukee, Ohio, NYC, Alabama, Portland, Las Vegas, and Jamaica.

D. Lo is a regular host at Magooby’s Joke House and was a finalist in Kevin Hart’s Hart of the City on Comedy Central. She was also a featured act in the 2019 Black Girl Giggles Festival, the 2019 Baltimore Comedy Festival, the 2019 DC Comedy Festival, and played an integral role in the 2021 Black Women in Comedy Festival.

She has expanded her experience by performing at notable comedy clubs such as Magooby’s Joke House, The Stand, DC Improv, Riddles, and many more. More recently, she has shared the stage with comedy greats like Mark Normand, Sam Morrill, Roy Wood Jr., Damon Williams, Just Nesh, Gina Brillon, and Michael Rapaport.

SINGER,, SAXOPHONE

Daniel Wallace

A Versatile Professional Band

Dan Wallace is a professional saxophonist and singer based in Baltimore who works with some of the area’s strongest collaborators. Whether you’re looking for upbeat New Orleans music, Tin Pan Alley–style jazz, swing, lush romantic ballads, or 1970s pop, Dan and his group of musicians can deliver.

While the band specializes in jazz from the 1920s through the 1960s, they also have extensive experience performing Motown, pop from all eras, and even select country favorites. Much of their repertoire comes from legendary composers such as Cole Porter, Richard Rodgers, Hoagy Carmichael, and Jerome Kern.

From soothing background music to a high-energy party atmosphere—and everything in between—Dan Wallace and his band provide the perfect sound for any event.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Night and Day (Cole Porter)
🎵 All the Things You Are (Jerome Kern)
🎵 Have You Met Miss Jones? (Rodgers & Hart)
🎵 Isn’t She Lovely (Stevie Wonder)
🎵 The Nearness of You (Hoagy Carmichael)
🎵 I’ve Never Been in Love Before (Frank Loesser)
🎵 On the Sunny Side of the Street (Jimmy McHugh)
🎵 Ain’t Misbehavin’ (Fats Waller)
🎵 The Girl from Ipanema (Antônio Carlos Jobim)
🎵 It Could Happen to You (Jimmy Van Heusen)
🎵 Almost Like Being in Love (Lerner & Loewe)

Vocalist

Daniela Hernandez-Fujigaki

Daniela Hernández-Fujigaki is a multidisciplinary, performing artist working in the DC/Baltimore area. She currently forms one half of Dave and Daniela, a musical duo, along with Dave Weber. Recent acting credits include: Remember Me, Dreams of Azul by Karen Chacana with Teatro La Bolsa (DC).

SINGER, GUITAR

David Weaver

Award-Winning Songwriter and Folk Singer

David Scott Weaver is a Maryland-based singer-songwriter who has received multiple songwriting honors, including a Gold Award in the Mid-Atlantic Song Contest. Weaver crafts songs across a variety of genres, including Americana, Folk, Bluegrass, Gospel, and Rock. Over the years, he has collaborated with Mary Chapin Carpenter’s longtime producer, John Jennings; GRAMMY Award winners Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer; and Rickie Simpkins. He has also co-written songs with legendary Bluegrass tunesmith Louisa Branscomb.

Sample Song List:

• This Land Is Your Land – Woody Guthrie

• Blowin’ in the Wind – Bob Dylan

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Will the Circle Be Unbroken – The Carter Family

• You Are My Sunshine – Jimmie Davis

• Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash

• Move It On Over – Hank Williams

• Paradise – John Prine

• Down in the Valley – Burl Ives

• Original Songs – David Scott Weaver

SINGER

Debbie Bucci

Heart, Soul, Roots & Bluesy

Debbie Bucci self-describes her style of music as Heart, Soul, Roots & Bluesy.   Given her diverse background , you can expect anything from roots to blues, to jazz, to folk, to country, to hymns/gospel;any song that has heart and soul at its core.   While primarily a folk & rhythm guitarist, she also plays a bit of slide and mandolin to mix it up. Singing along is strongly encouraged – if the spirit move you.

Sample Song List:
Hank William Medley (Your Cheatin Heart, Jambalaya, Hey Good looking)
Tennessee Waltz –
Walking after Midnight
Ring of Fire
Rock Around the Clock
That’s alright Mama
Bye Bye Love
Mean Mean Man
50/60 standards
Unchained Melody
Dedicated to the one I love
Dream a little Dream of Me
You send me – Sam Cook
Stand by me
Natural Woman
Dancing in the streets
Aint that Peculiar
My girl
The way you do the things you do
Leaving on a jet plane
Blowing in the wind

SINGER, VIOLIN, BOUZOUKI

Donna Smith

Multi-instrumentalist, composer, and singer-songwriter Donna Elanor has been performing in bands, small ensembles, theatrical productions, and as a soloist in the Baltimore-Washington area since 2008. A folk violinist and singer trained in both Classical and Celtic styles, Donna performs lively traditional and original fiddle tunes, as well as folk favorites from pub singalongs to sweet ballads.

Sample Song List:

• I’ll Tell Me Ma – Traditional
• I’ve Just Seen a Face – The Beatles
• Leaving on a Jet Plane – John Denver
• Mary and the Soldier – Traditional
• Molly Malone – Traditional
• New York Girls – Traditional
• Shenandoah – Traditional
• The Times They Are a-Changin’ – Bob Dylan
• When Irish Eyes Are Smiling – Traditional
• Wildflower – Original Folk Song
• Fiddle Tunes – Jigs/Reels/Waltzes/Polkas (Instrumental)

SINGER, GUITAR

Ed Schafer

Powerful vocalist and guitar player performing acoustic and as a one-man band

Ed Schafer is a dynamic and versatile performer whose professional experience spans more than five decades. A powerful vocalist and accomplished musician, he has performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe. Whether he is performing a driving dance tune or an up-close and personal ballad, his performance is rich and energetic. He connects with his audience delivering captivating renditions of the biggest hits from yesterday and today made popular by a wide variety of artists such as Jimmy Buffett, the Beatles, Neil Diamond, Roy Orbison, Elvis, Tom Jones, Gordon Lightfoot, B.J. Thomas, Dion, Jim Croce, the Righteous Brothers, MOTOWN and many others.

Sample Song List

• Midnight Rider – The Allman Brothers Band

• Born to Run – Bruce Springsteen

• Take It Easy – Eagles

• Amarillo by Morning – George Strait

• Maggie May – Rod Stewart

• Into the Mystic – Van Morrison

• Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash

• Your Mama Don’t Dance – Loggins and Messina

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett

• If You Could Read My Mind – Gordon Lightfoot

COMEDIAN

Edderson Colson

High-Energy Storytelling Comic | Magooby’s Comedian of the Year Finalist (2024) | Featured on WBAL’s Bmore Lifestyle

Stream-of-consciousness style with sharp one-liners and personal storytelling, blending life perspectives with high-energy crowd engagement. Performs clean or edgy sets depending on the room. Finalist in Magooby’s Comedian of the Year (2024) and featured on WBAL’s Bmore Lifestyle.

For performances 15 minutes or longer, will appear as a trio act.

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Elizaveta Boyce

Versatile Soprano Specializing in Opera, Classical, and International Repertoire

Elizaveta Boyce is a soprano based in the D.C. Metro Area. Her operatic journey includes performances in notable roles such as Yum-Yum/Rhythm in Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Mikado/The Bravado with the Victorian Lyric Opera Company, and Blonde (cover) in Mozart’s The Abduction from the Seraglio with Bel Cantanti Opera. At Mason Opera, she performed the title role in Viardot’s Cendrillon, Susanna in Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro, Madame Beurrefondu in Offenbach’s Mesdames de la Halle, Mrs. Nolan in Menotti’s The Medium, Second Woman in Purcell’s Dido and Aeneas, the Sandman in Humperdinck’s Hansel und Gretel, and the Shepherdess in Ravel’s L’enfant et les sortilèges, among many others.

In the realm of concert performance, Elizaveta has appeared as a featured soloist with the Osanna Chamber Ensemble at the 75th Anniversary Holy Trinity Orthodox Seminary Benefit Concert, as well as on their New York concert tour, recording solos in Bortniansky’s Te Deum and Let My Prayer Arise. Her additional concert work includes serving as soprano soloist in Mozart’s Laudate Dominum with the First Presbyterian Church of Howard County, Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms with the George Mason University Singers, and Britten’s Cantata Academica with the Northern Virginia Community Chorus.

Elizaveta currently resides in Brandywine, MD, where she works as a private vocal teacher and performs as a soloist and section leader at Cherrydale United Methodist Church under the direction of Dr. Angelina Shumway.

🎵 Sample Song List:

• 🎼 I Remember That Wondrous Moment / Я помню чудное мгновение – Mikhail Glinka

• 🎼 The Long Road / Дорогой длинною – Traditional Russian Folksong

• 🎼 In the Moonlight / В лунном сиянии – Traditional Russian Folksong

• 🎼 Do Not Sing, Fair Maiden / Не пой, красавица, при мне – Sergei Rachmaninoff

• 🎼 O zittre nicht – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

• 🎼 Dans les ruines d’une abbaye – Gabriel Fauré

• 🎼 Poor Wand’ring One – Arthur Sullivan

• 🎼 Think of Me – Andrew Lloyd Webber

• 🎼 The Sound of Music – Richard Rodgers

• 🎼 Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

Duo

Empty Ecstasy

Empty Ecstasy is a husband-and-wife acoustic duo with uniquely crafted arrangements and harmonies – and a well-polished repertoire of classic rock/pop/country covers from 70’s to present such as All I Have To Do Is Dream (Everly Brothers, Landslide (Fleetwood Mac), Have You Ever Seen The Rain (CCR), Killing Me Softy (Roberta Flack), With or Without You (U2),
Living on a Prayer (Bonjovi), and Folsom Prison Blues (Johnny Cash).

SINGER, GUITAR

Ethan Lake

Old-Soul Country Artist with Pure Talent & Powerhouse Vocals

SANTA CLAUS IMPERSONATOR, LECTURER

Ezra Countiss

Professional Santa Claus Portrayal Artist

As a Santa Claus Portrayal Artist, I provide Holiday Visits for homes, corporations, schools, and senior living communities. I also offer a History of Santa Claus lecture, Christmas in July appearances, Renaissance Festival performances, tree lighting events, and parade participation.

Sample Song List

🎵 Elvis Presley
🎵 Neil Diamond
🎵 Johnny Cash
🎵 Toby Keith
🎵 Willie Nelson
🎵 Garth Brooks

SINGER, ENSEMBLE, GUITAR

Gabe Hutter

A Modern-Day Troubadour

As Mr. Gabe (“the Pied Piper of Takoma Park”), singer and guitarist Gabe Hutter has been charming young children and their families throughout the Washington, DC area for over ten years. Recently, he has begun performing for adult audiences, on his own and with his band, Song Riot, offering a mix of jazz standards, folk songs, and classic pop and country music favorites. Imagine Frank Sinatra, Woody Guthrie, Willie Nelson, and The Beatles sitting around, trading songs, and you’ve got an idea of what it’s like to listen to Gabe. Whether he’s entertaining kids or grown-ups, Gabe’s performances are guaranteed to have everyone in the audience humming, tapping, smiling, and singing along. 

Sample Song List:

Ain’t Misbehavin’ — Fats Waller 

The City of New Orleans — Arlo Guthrie  
Here Comes the Sun — The Beatles  
Singin’ in the Rain — from the movie “Singin’ in the Rain”  
Take Me Out to the Ball Game — Baseball anthem  
They Can’t Take That Away From Me — Frank Sinatra  
This Land is Your Land — Woody Guthrie  
Till There Was You — from the musical “The Music Man”  
When You’re Smiling — Louis Prima (and many others)  
You Are My Sunshine — Traditional 

INSTRUMENTALIST - ACOUSTIC GUITAR

Garrett Pelland

Classical Guitarist Delivering Timeless, Elegant Performances

Garrett Pelland is a classically trained guitarist with over 20 years of experience, devoted to creating meaningful and memorable musical experiences. With a strong foundation built under world-renowned mentors at the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore, Garrett has performed at historic venues across Maryland and Virginia.

His repertoire blends classical and Latin guitar styles with timeless classics, all thoughtfully arranged for solo performance and tailored to engage and inspire audiences of all kinds. Whether setting the perfect tone for an event or simply sharing the joy of music, Garrett’s passion, professionalism, and artistry ensure that every performance leaves a lasting impression.

Sample Song List

🎵 Pop & Standards
🎵 Que Sera, Sera — Doris Day
🎵 Someone to Watch Over Me — George Gershwin
🎵 Morning Has Broken — Cat Stevens
🎵 Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on My Head — B.J. Thomas
🎵 California Dreamin’ — The Mamas & the Papas
🎵 My Favorite Things — Rodgers & Hammerstein
🎵 You Don’t Know Me — Ray Charles
🎵 As Time Goes By — Herman Hupfeld
🎵 Everybody Loves Somebody — Dean Martin
🎵 I’ll Never Fall in Love Again — Burt Bacharach
🎵 Selections from Elvis Presley & The Beatles

🎵 Classical / Spanish / South American
🎵 Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring — J.S. Bach
🎵 Milonga — Jorge Cardoso
🎵 Seguidilla — Emilio Pujol
🎵 Arroyos de la Alhambra — Ángel Barrios
🎵 Cuban Dance — Traditional
🎵 La Paloma — Sebastián Iradier
🎵 Mariage d’Amour — Paul de Senneville
🎵 Vals Venezolano — Antonio Lauro
🎵 Zamba — José Luis Merlin
🎵 Nevando Está — Adrián Patiño

SINGER, GUITAR

Gary Hoffman

Grassroots Country

Gary Jay is a grassroots*country singer-songwriter. Gary Jay started playing when he was 13 years old and played in a variety of bands since he was 15, playing local/regionally in the DMV area for over 50 years.

Gary’s influences are many including: Jimmy Rodgers, Delmore Brothers, Ernest Tubb, Hank SR, Hank 3rd, Merle Travis, Hank Thompson, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash, George Jones, Buck Owens, Merle Haggard, Flatt & Scruggs, Jimmy Martin, Ricky Scaggs, The Country Gentlemen, Ventures, Del Shannon, Johnny Rivers, Keith Whitley, Doc Watson, Charley Pride, CCR, Badfinger, Eagles, Roger Miller, Vern Gosdin, Waylon Jennings, John Anderson, Patty Loveless, Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, Linda Ronstadt, Loretta Lynn, Alan Jackson, George Strait, Radney Foster, Rodney Crowell, Willie Nelson, Marty Stuart & many more. Gary’s favorite entertainer of all time is MARTY ROBBINS.

Gary has three(3) albums. Gary has opened for Whey Jennings (Waylon Jennings grandson) and Craig Campbell at Dominion Raceway. Gary Jay has played a variety of venues around the DMV including: The Gettysburg Wine & Music Festival, US Oyster Festival, Baltimore Fest at Merriweather Columbia MD, Boonsboro MD Concert Series (headlined), Roundhill VA’s Hometown Festival, Acoustic on the Green (headlined), National Cherry Blossom Festival, breweries, wineries, senior centers, & more.

Sample Song List

1. Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash

2. Back to the Farm – GaryJ (Country/Folk)

3. Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico – Johnny Rodriguez

4. Freight Train Boogie – The Delmore Brothers

5. Ernest Tubb / Hank Williams Sr. Medley

6. Sweet Irish Cream – GaryJ (Irish)

7. Rodeo Girl – GaryJ (Country)

8. Speed of the Sound of Loneliness – John Prine

9. Mama Tried – Merle Haggard

10. Ramblin’ Man – The Allman Brothers Band

GENE ISAYEV

Soulful Solos For Any Occasion 

Gene comes with a background of classically trained musician who performed and taught for more than 35 years. He performed with classical, klezmer, blues, jazz and rock bands in Europe in late 80’s and early 90’s, and in US since 1994. Gene still is a working musician, playing mostly in Philadelphia area with his band Whiskey Logic, he moved from there to Maryland in 2021. He is a member of National Flute Association and plays flutes with Flutes on The Brink flute choir. Gene enjoys performing for elderly people, bringing his students to retirement communities for recitals and playing solo, duets or a trios for different occasions and holidays.

Sample Song List:

Duke Ellington – Satin Doll 
Joseph Kosma – Autumn Leaves 
Glenn Miller – Moonlight Serenade 
Sade – Smooth Operator 
Stevie Wonder – I just Call to say I Love You 
Gershwin – Summertime 
Jobim – Girl from Iponema 
Etta James – At Last 
Louis Armstrong – What A Wonderful World 
Miles Davis – So What

🎷 Sample Song List: Music Featuring Saxophone

Classical / Contemporary / 20th Century Expansion

• 🎵 Jean-Baptiste Singelée – Duo Concertante for Soprano and Alto Saxophones (1858)

• 🎵 Jules Demersseman – Fantaisie sur un thème original for Saxophone (1866)

• 🎵 Claude Debussy – Rhapsody for Alto Saxophone (1911)

• 🎵 Jacques Ibert – Concerto for Alto Saxophone (1935)

• 🎵 Paul Creston – Sonata for Alto Saxophone and Piano (1939)

• 🎵 Florent Schmitt – Légende for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra (1918)

• 🎵 Heitor Villa-Lobos – Fantasia for Soprano or Tenor Saxophone (1948)

• 🎵 Paul Bonneau – Caprice en forme de valse (1950)

• 🎵 Paule Maurice – Tableaux de Provence (1948–1955)

• 🎵 Michael Nyman – Where the Bee Dances (1991)

• 🎵 Mark-Anthony Turnage – Your Rockaby (1993)

• 🎵 Takashi Yoshimatsu – Fuzzy Bird Sonata (1991)

Jazz Giants

(Find them on any music streaming app)

• 🎷 Sidney Bechet (1897–1959)

• 🎷 Coleman Hawkins (1901–1969)

• 🎷 Julian “Cannonball” Adderley (1928–1975)

• 🎷 Charlie “Bird” Parker (1920–1955)

• 🎷 John Coltrane (1926–1967)

• 🎷 Sonny Stitt (1924–1982)

• 🎷 Benny Carter (1907–2003)

• 🎷 Ben Webster (1909–1973)

• 🎷 Lester Young (1909–1959)

• 🎷 Johnny Hodges (1907–1970)

• 🎷 Stan Getz (1927–1991)

• 🎷 Eric Dolphy (1928–1964)

• 🎷 Sonny Rollins (b. 1930)

Films Featuring Saxophone

• 🎬 Paris Blues (1961)

• 🎬 Bird (1988)

• 🎬 Round Midnight (1986)

• 🎬 Sound of Redemption: The Frank Morgan Story (2014)

• 🎬 The Devil’s Horn (2016)

• 🎬 La La Land (2016)

• 🎬 Soul (2020)

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

“The program was fantastic. He did a wonderful job engaging the residents and even brought and played the flute as well, which was such a pleasant surprise! Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the performance, and it added a great touch to our day.”

“The residents enjoyed it. They liked that it was different and appreciated how prepared his equipment was able to accommodate the residents’ needs. Thank you for solving that and being able to provide a backup for us. It meant a lot. They were very happy. A big turnout of around 30-40 residents.”

SINGER, LECTURER, GUITAR, UKELELE

Henry Armstrong

Warm jazz and other gentle, sentimental sounds 

Henry Armstrong is a classically-trained vocalist and jazz musician with a passion for all things performing. Some of his influences include Ella Fitzgerald and Mister Rogers and enjoys singing anything from Carmina Burana to Chuck Berry. As a teenager, he was recognized as a top young vocalist in the state of Virginia with acceptance to the Virginia Governor’s School. Henry is currently a youth soloist with Woolly Mammoth Theatre in DC and most recently he sang as part of the opera chorus with Andrea Bocelli. He is also the lead singer for jazz duo True Blue Two with guitarist Andre Cutair. His favorite venues are nursing homes and senior living facilities. In addition to his music, Henry also holds degrees in American Studies and Communication Studies from American University with a certificate in Disability, Health, and Bodies Studies. He has a passion for social advocacy and currently works in marketing. 

Sample Song List

• “Night and Day” – Cole Porter

• “I Got Rhythm” – George & Ira Gershwin

• “Stardust” – Hoagy Carmichael & Mitchell Parish

• “Wave” – Antônio Carlos Jobim

• “Summertime” – George & Ira Gershwin, DuBose Heyward (from Porgy and Bess)

• “They Can’t Take That Away From Me” – George & Ira Gershwin

• “One Note Samba” – Antônio Carlos Jobim

• “My Funny Valentine” – Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart

• “The Way You Look Tonight” – Jerome Kern & Dorothy Fields

• “Fly Me to the Moon” – Bart Howard

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “We love Henry! We want him back again for sure!”
• “She said Henry’s 7/4 performance went well. The residents liked him.”

SINGER

James Lenz

James von Lenz is a full time gigging musician specializing in oldies, Motown, big band, and early rock and roll. He is a multi instrumentalist able to play guitar, banjo, mandolin, and ukulele. When not playing in senior facilities, he is a male lead in the wedding band circuit.

Sample Song List

• “Fly Me to the Moon” – Frank Sinatra
• “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
• “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley
• “Beyond the Sea” – Bobby Darin
• “Stand by Me” – Ben E. King
• “I Second That Emotion” – Smokey Robinson
• “My Girl” – The Temptations
• “This Guy’s in Love with You” – Herb Alpert
• “Hound Dog” – Elvis Presley
• “Hungry Heart” – Bruce Springsteen

VIOLIN

Janet Greene

Dynamic Violinist Blends Genres

Meet Janet Greene, a violinist dedicated to bringing joy to senior living residences and nursing homes. Janet uses classical and Celtic fiddle melodies as well as Sinatra era standards to engage and entertain her audiences. Audience members will frequently sing or clap along to familiar tunes. Get ready for a multifaceted musical experience that will delight seniors!

Sample Song List:

• “Pachelbel Canon” – Johann Pachelbel
• “Air on the G String” – Johann Sebastian Bach
• “Irish Washerwoman” – Traditional
• “Cockles and Mussels” – Traditional
• “Moon River” – Henry Mancini
• “Pennies from Heaven” – Arthur Johnston
• “As Time Goes By” – Herman Hupfeld

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “The violin program was amazing. The violinist (Janet Greene) interacted so well with our residents, accommodating many song requests and truly creating a special experience for everyone. She’s been here before, and moving forward, if I request a violinist, I would love to work with her again.”
• “We LOVE, Janet Greene! She was great!!!”
• “Violin performance with Janet Greene went very well.”

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Jerry McClymont

One person keyboard player

One person keyboard player playing music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

Sample Song List:

1. All I Have to Do Is Dream – Everly Brothers

2. Amie – Pure Prairie League

3. Baby Come Back – Player

4. Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)

5. Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis Presley

6. Brick House – Commodores

7. Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

8. Dancing Queen – ABBA

9. Daydream Believer – The Monkees

10. Elvira – The Oak Ridge Boys

11. Everyday People – Sly & The Family Stone

12. Johnny B. Goode – Chuck Berry

13. Joy to the World – Three Dog Night

14. At the Hop – Danny and The Juniors

15. Saturday in the Park – Chicago

16. Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch (I Can’t Help Myself) – Four Tops

COMEDIAN- MAGICIAN, PUPPETEER, JUGGLER, CLOWN, PPUBLIC SPEAKER, BALLOON ARTIST, STORY TELLER

John Carrington

Veteran Magician, Entertainer & Inspirational Performer

John Carrington began his acting career in 1974, joining the Arena Players and the International Brotherhood of Magicians. A true multi-talented entertainer, John is a skilled magician, clown, juggler, ventriloquist, and puppeteer, with credits spanning television, radio, stage, and film.

He has appeared alongside Robert Townsend and James Earl Jones in the film The Meteor Man, and performed Off-Broadway in We’re Moving On at New York’s renowned La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club.

John is currently the voice of Heaven 600’s Saturday morning Maryland Fun Time Radio Show, as well as its daily news, weather, and sports broadcasts.

His magic and variety presentations are both meaningful and entertaining. Programs such as Learn to Read, Nope to Dope, and Black History shows are highly sought after by schools and community organizations, while his Gospel Message Show is popular with church groups. He also serves as a Director at Middle Branch Fitness and Wellness Center in Cherry Hill.

With more than 47 years of experience, John’s warm and friendly style continues to delight audiences. He remains grateful for the education and opportunities that have shaped his remarkable journey.

SINGER, GUITAR

John DeCesare

Engaging and fun singer/guitarist playing familiar singalongs.

John has been playing regularly for senior and assisted living communities for years. Always adding new material and playing familiar and fun songs that everyone can join in and sing along, or just listen. Playing music from the 40’s to the 70’s.

Sample Song List

• All My Loving – The Beatles

• Till There Was You – The Beatles

• Wake Up Little Susie – The Everly Brothers

• All I Have to Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

• Walkin’ After Midnight – Patsy Cline

• Tennessee Waltz – Patti Page

• Forever and Ever, Amen – Randy Travis

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Annie’s Song – John Denver

• Bad, Bad Leroy Brown – Jim Croce

• A Bushel and a Peck – Doris Day

SINGER, GUITAR, MANDOLIN

Jon Watkins

Jon Watkins Brings Your Favorite Tunes to Life

Solo artist Jon Watkins performs all your favorite tunes that will have you singing along.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Ain’t No Sunshine – Bill Withers
🎵 Sorry – Tracy Chapman
🎵 Country Roads – John Denver et al.
🎵 Me & Bobby McGee – Kris Kristofferson
🎵 Lovesong – The Cure
🎵 Falling Slowly – Glen Hansard
🎵 Shake It Off – Taylor Swift
🎵 Zombie – The Cranberries
🎵 Seven Bridges Road – Eagles
🎵 Old Man – Neil Young

Vocalist, Guitar

Josh Earls

Josh Earls is a Maryland-based touring musician, recording artist, and session musician. Being the self-proclaimed “biggest Beatles fan in the world”, Josh has quite the ear for the songs of decades’ past. From Nat King Cole to Jim Croce, Earls has curated a unique repertoire of not only songs you know and love, but the classic songs that you may have forgotten about while simultaneously informing you of music trivia! You will walk away from each performance humming your favorite tunes, and knowing a little more about the songs and artists you have loved all your life.

Sample Song List
-It’s Only A Paper Moon
-Bad, Bad Leroy Brown
-Hey Good Lookin’
-Blackbird
-Fly Me To The Moon
-Hey Mr. Tambourine Man
-Goodnight, Irene
-Oh Susana
-Michelle
-Ring Of Fire

PIANO

Junghoon PARK

Award-Winning Pianist, Soloist & Music Director

Junghoon Park is an award-winning soloist and music director who serves as the principal keyboardist at Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church. A graduate of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, he studied under Drs. Audrey Andrist and Alon Goldstein and has since performed internationally, earning recognition at numerous prestigious competitions.

Junghoon has appeared at major events including the National Music Festival, the Wonderlic Competition, and the International Keyboard Institute Festival. He received the Special Honors Award at the 2016 Paderewski Competition and was a top-12 finalist at the 2017 New York Piano Festival. In 2018, he was recognized as a Rising Star for his interpretation of Earl Wild’s Étude No. 4, continuing to captivate audiences with his expressive artistry.

In 2025, Junghoon became a recipient of the IAMA Howard County Creative Arts Grant for Performing Artists and now serves as an artist on the Maryland State Arts Council’s touring roster. That same year, he appeared as a guest artist for the Honey Acres Concert Series, St. Francis Episcopal Church in Timonium, St. John’s Concert Series in Ellicott City, and numerous other venues.

A dedicated collaborator, Junghoon has performed with Camerata Baltimore—most notably presenting Margaret Bonds’ The Ballad of the Brown King—as well as with musicians from the U.S. Naval Academy. In 2025, he presented a solo recital at the prestigious Market Square Concert Series in Harrisburg, PA. He continues to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Maurice Ravel and the 115th anniversary of Frédéric Chopin with programs featuring Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2 and Chopin’s Concerto No. 2, arranged for piano and string quartet.

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Justin Paschalides

• Masters of Music in Piano Pedagogy from George Mason University
• Bachelor of Arts in Music, Jazz Studies Minor, from George Mason University
• Member of the Washington Metropolitan Accordion Society
• Member of the Music Teacher National Association

Justin is an active performer in the Metropolitan area. He has worked with several different music acts. He has led rock groups, once opening for the famous Jefferson Starship. He has conducted orchestras for musical theater, coordinated and performed church music programs, plays accordion for farmer’s markets, restaurants, Oktoberfest, coffee houses, plays jazz for private events, hotels, embassies, weddings, leads Christmas caroling, and studied classical Indian Hindustani music to perform on harmonium and sitar, once even for the Kennedy Center.

Sample Song List

• Do Re Mi – The Sound of Music

• Hey Good Lookin’ – Hank Williams

• Maple Leaf Rag – Scott Joplin

• Beer Barrel Polka – European Polka

• That’s Amore – Dean Martin

• La Vie En Rose – Édith Piaf

• Danny Boy – Traditional Irish

• God Bless America – Irving Berlin

• Military Medley – Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, Air Force

• Over the Rainbow – Harold Arlen

SAXOPHONE

Justin Smith

Saxophonist Justin Smith

Justin Smith is a professional saxophonist known for his dynamic sound and captivating stage presence. Originally from the Chicagoland area, Justin brings the soul of the Midwest and the polish of the East Coast to every stage. With over a decade of experience, he blends smooth jazz, gospel, soul, R&B, pop, and classic rock to create a live music experience tailored for every occasion. Whether serenading couples during a wedding ceremony, setting the mood for a cocktail hour, or energizing a corporate gala, Justin brings class, charisma, and creativity to every performance.

Sample Song List

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Valerie – Amy Winehouse

• Let’s Groove – Earth, Wind & Fire

• Lovely Day – Bill Withers

• My Girl – The Temptations

• Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder

• September – Earth, Wind & Fire

• Lean on Me – Bill Withers

• Just the Two of Us – Grover Washington Jr. feat. Bill Withers

• Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

FIDDLE, GUITAR, BOUZOUKI, BODHRAN, SINGER

Kaitlyn Likas

Award-Winning Fiddler & Irish/Scottish Highland Dance Champion

Kaitlyn Likas is an award-winning fiddler and Irish/Scottish Highland dancer based in the Washington, DC area. From an early age, her mother, Peggie Casey-Likas—born in Mitchelstown, County Cork—instilled in Kaitlyn and her siblings a deep appreciation for their cultural heritage. As a first-generation Irish American, Kaitlyn remains highly active in the Irish community throughout Virginia, DC, and Maryland, proudly embracing and celebrating her roots.

Kaitlyn began her dance training at age four in Scottish Highland dance, as Irish dance was not available in Southern Maryland where she grew up. In high school, she began studying Irish dance with the Hunt and Broesler schools in Annapolis and Baltimore, earning numerous competition titles and regional championships. At just 14 years old, she was honored with the “Best Maryland Dancer” award.

During high school, Kaitlyn and her sister Jessica founded the Irish music and dance duo The Wild Irish Roses. The sisters won “First Place Performing Arts” in the 2017 Alexandria St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Originally a classically trained violinist for over a decade, Kaitlyn later taught herself the fiddle and has since become one of the region’s most sought-after Celtic musicians.

She is the only female fiddler to have performed with the Baltimore-based Irish punk band The Charm City Saints, who have contributed music to various Irish films and documentaries. Kaitlyn has also performed with Black 47, O’Malley’s March, Celtica, The Fighting Jamesons, Capital Celtic, The Devil’s Tailors, The Thistle & The Rose, Baltic Celtic, and The Gobshites. In 2018, she was featured in Celtic Life International Magazine and recognized as “Female Fiddler of the Day” by Fair Lady Fiddlers.

Kaitlyn has performed at major Irish and Celtic festivals along the East Coast, including ShamrockFest, and has graced the stages of The Kennedy Center, numerous Highland games, festivals, restaurants, and pubs. One career highlight was performing before Her Excellency Anne Anderson, former Ambassador of Ireland, in Kingstowne, Virginia.

In 2022, Kaitlyn represented Washington, DC as the “Washington DC Mary” in the Mary from Dungloe International Arts Festival in Donegal, Ireland—a role she held for several years due to pandemic delays. While in Ireland, she performed and spoke at numerous events and was interviewed by RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta and Highland Radio. During her time there, she also toured with Irish music superstar Daniel O’Donnell.

Kaitlyn has served as a member of the Culture Caucus at The Kennedy Center, representing Ireland, and performed eight times for Ireland 100: Celebrating a Century of Irish Arts & Culture. She has performed for Taoiseach Leo Varadkar at an Ancient Order of Hibernians reception in Washington, DC, and for former Taoiseach Bertie Ahern in Ohio at the presentation of the Seán MacBride Humanitarian Award. In 2021, she was invited to perform for Vice President Kamala Harris at a St. Patrick’s Day breakfast at the Vice President’s residence.

Most recently, Kaitlyn was honored as one of The Irish Echo’s 40 Under 40 in New York City, recognizing Irish and Irish Americans who have made significant contributions in their respective fields before the age of forty. This prestigious distinction highlights her continued impact as a performer, cultural ambassador, and proud representative of Irish America.

DANCERS

Kalinka Dance Ensemble

Kalinka Dance Ensemble of Baltimore – Preserving the Beauty of Russian and Eastern European Folk Dance

Kalinka Dance Ensemble of Baltimore is a renowned performer of traditional Russian and Central European dance in the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area. The group offers dance lessons for children and adults, participates in folklore and community festivals, and provides cultural entertainment for weddings, corporate events, churches, schools, and community celebrations.

The Kalinka dancers, ranging in age from 6 to 50, represent more than 20 different ethnicities and nationalities—including Germany, Ukraine, Belarus, Russia, Latvia, Uzbekistan, and more. United by a shared passion for Russian and Eastern European dance as a traditional art form, the ensemble’s mission is to preserve and promote these folk-dance traditions across the United States.

Kalinka has performed at prestigious venues such as the Russian Embassy in Washington, D.C., The Lyric Opera House, the Russian Noble Society Ball, Northern Virginia Community College, the Gordon Center for Performing Arts, the Kennedy Center, Hillwood Estate and Museum, and the Russian Festival in Baltimore, among many others.

In 2025, Kalinka Dance Ensemble received the Maryland Heritage Award from the Maryland State Arts Council in the category of “Tradition: Russian Dance.”

SINGER, ACCOUSTIC GUITAR, UKELELE

Kathrin Murray

Velvety Vocals & Beautifully Reimagined Folk Classics

Classically trained guitarist meets self-taught singer—Kathrin Murray combines her naturally velvety voice with precise guitar artistry to create a captivating program of folk and pop standards, both old and new. Audiences will find themselves humming along to familiar favorites while also discovering a few hidden musical gems along the way.

Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Kathrin’s first instrument was the ukulele. She later discovered classical guitar as a teenager and went on to earn a Master’s Degree from the Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore, Maryland, where she now lives with her husband and three sons.

Despite building a successful classical guitar career, Kathrin decided in 2019 to blend her lifelong love of singing with her guitar talents to explore non-classical music. The result is a warm and refreshing collection of classic folk songs thoughtfully reimagined with elegance and heart.

Sample Song List

🎵 How Deep Is Your Love — Bee Gees
🎵 Sunshine on My Shoulders — John Denver
🎵 If — Bread
🎵 Perfect — Ed Sheeran
🎵 Thinking Out Loud — Ed Sheeran
🎵 I’m Yours — Jason Mraz
🎵 Landslide — Fleetwood Mac
🎵 Heaven Down Here — Tuck & Patti
🎵 What’s Going On — Marvin Gaye
🎵 Love’s in Need of Love Today — Stevie Wonder

INSTRUMENTALIST, SINGER, DJ

Ken Wenzel

Sample Song List:

• “The Life” – Kenny Chesney
• “Margaritaville” – Jimmy Buffett
• “Proud Mary” – Creedence Clearwater Revival
• “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay” – Otis Redding
• “My Girl” – The Temptations
• “Lean on Me” – Bill Withers
• “I Can’t Help Falling in Love with You” – Elvis Presley
• “The Gambler” – Kenny Rogers
• “Spirit of New Orleans” – Preservation Hall Jazz Band
• “Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard” – Paul Simon
• “Here Comes the Sun” – The Beatles
• “Brown Eyed Girl” – Van Morrison
• “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver

Dancer

Kinikia

Kinikia is a professional Hula dancer in the Mid-Atlantic area. She has performed countless hundreds of shows throughout the area for both large and small audiences. Kinikia has helped lead many groups in the area from their early beginnings. She currently performs solo dance shows and mentors her young children in the Polynesian arts.

SINGER, GUITAR

Kris Belgica

Kris Belgica is a Baltimore-based guitarist/vocalist who performs a unique mix of jazz, pop, country, klezmer and Yiddish song. He loves engaging with his audiences by providing anecdotes and tidbits about the songs and genres he performs, ensuring each performance is not only entertaining but educational. 

Sample Song List:

All of Me (1931)  
Bei Mir Bistu Shein (1932)  
Abi Gezunt (1938)  
We’ll Meet Again (1939)  
Folsom Prison Blues (1953)  
Blowin’ in the Wind (1963)  
Those Were the Days (1968)  
I’ll Fly Away (trad.)  
Red is the Rose (trad.)  
Shprayz Ikh Mir (trad.) 

SINGER, FLUTE, PIANO

Laura Feibelman

🎶 From Carnegie Hall to Community Stages: The Versatile Talent of Laura

This classically trained musician has performed at Carnegie Hall twice with renowned classical ensembles. After earning her degree in Music Performance from Miami University, she began exploring other genres through the DC jam scene—an adventure that led to an East Coast rock tour and a feature at the Kennedy Center as an improvisational soloist.

Today, Laura blends her classical expertise with modern improvisation, performing weekly at her jazz residency at Bourbon Boulevard. With a background in social work, she loves creating joyful and meaningful experiences for senior citizens through music.

Her song list often brings back fond memories for retirement home residents—who are especially delighted when she plays the flute and piano simultaneously during some songs.

Book Laura today and experience her unique musical charm firsthand!

Sample Song List:

🎵 Alice in Wonderland – Composed by Sammy Fain (popularized in jazz by Bill Evans)
🎵 All Blues – Miles Davis
🎵 All of Me – Composed by Gerald Marks & Seymour Simons (performed by Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, and many others)
🎵 Black Orpheus (Manhã de Carnaval) – Composed by Luiz Bonfá
🎵 Fly Me to the Moon – Composed by Bart Howard (famously performed by Frank Sinatra)
🎵 Freddie Freeloader – Miles Davis
🎵 How High the Moon – Composed by Morgan Lewis & Nancy Hamilton (famously performed by Ella Fitzgerald)
🎵 Imagine – John Lennon
🎵 Just the Two of Us – Bill Withers & Grover Washington Jr.
🎵 Mr. P.C. – John Coltrane
🎵 My Favorite Things – Composed by Richard Rodgers & Oscar Hammerstein II (famously performed by John Coltrane in jazz)
🎵 Satin Doll – Duke Ellington
🎵 Solar – Miles Davis
🎵 Take the “A” Train – Billy Strayhorn (made famous by the Duke Ellington Orchestra)
🎵 Tune Up – Miles Davis
🎵 When You Wish Upon a Star – Composed by Leigh Harline & Ned Washington (originally from Disney’s Pinocchio, famously sung by Cliff Edwards as Jiminy Cricket)

SINGER, GUITAR

Laurie Mangold (Laurie Blue)

Delighting Audiences with Songs They’ve Always Loved

Laurie Blue is a singer-songwriter guitarist from Northern Virginia who for decades has entertained audiences around the United States and in Europe. Her voice has been described as beautifully smooth and expressive. She plays an eclectic mix of popular classic rock, folk and country songs. In addition to performing regularly at restaurants, farmers markets, festivals, and community events, she especially enjoys performing for seniors, inviting everyone to sing along and feel the joy of a shared musical experience.

Sample Song List:

• “Big Yellow Taxi” – Joni Mitchell

• “Brown Eyed Girl” – Van Morrison

• “Can’t You See” – The Marshall Tucker Band

• “Jolene” – Dolly Parton

• “Leaving on a Jet Plane” – Peter, Paul and Mary

• “Proud Mary” – Creedence Clearwater Revival

• “Ring of Fire” – Johnny Cash

• “Sugar, Sugar” – The Archies

• “Take Me Home, Country Roads” – John Denver

• “You’ve Got a Friend” – Carole King

SINGER, DJ, KARAOKE, COMEDIAN, DANCER

Lionel Murray

Meet Just L – The Soulful Voice Redefining R&B and Pop

Just L is a talented singer and rapper hailing from Washington, D.C., known for his soulful voice and captivating stage presence. With a passion for music that shines through in every performance, Just L has quickly made a name for himself in the music industry.

Influenced by a diverse range of musical genres, his sound is a unique blend of R&B, soul, and pop—creating a style that feels both fresh and timeless. With a growing fan base and an undeniable gift for storytelling through music, Just L is poised to make a lasting impact on the music scene for years to come.

SINGER, BANJO, GUITAR, PIANO

Lydia Sylvia Martin

🎶 Lydia Martin: Blending Tradition with Innovation in Folk Music

Lydia Martin’s musical style is a captivating fusion of tradition and innovation. Her performances have earned her a distinctive place in the folk music community. She has received multiple awards for her songwriting and old-time banjo performances. In addition, she taught a Master Artist Folklife Apprenticeship through the Maryland State Arts Council and has served on the teaching faculty at Common Ground on the Hill and Miles of Music.

Sample Song List:

✨ Fly Around My Pretty Little Miss
✨ The Cuckoo
✨ Babies in the Mill
✨ Sail Away Ladies
✨ Rough and Rocky
✨ I’ll Fly Away
✨ Meet Me by the Moonlight
✨ Cumberland Gap
✨ Barlow Knife
✨ Farm Girl Blues

CELLO

Magdaline Kovalchuk

The Warmth of Strings: A Journey Through Cello with Magdaline Kovalchuk

Magdaline Kovalchuk is an American-born Russian-Belarusian cellist and pianist from Whittier, California, now based in Maryland as a freelance musician. She has performed at cultural landmarks and concert halls including Disneyland, SkyRose Chapel, Royce Hall, Warner Bros. Studios, and the Fred Kavli Theatre, and was invited to perform at Carnegie Hall. Recognized with a Gold Prize in an international competition, she has also appeared at international festivals, including studies and masterclasses in Spain.

Beyond the concert stage, Magdaline has been featured in music videos such as Being Human (2023), Dumbstruck (2023), and Memory Lane (2024). Her programs for seniors blend classical favorites, timeless songs, and uplifting works that spark memory and meaning. In addition to solo performances, she frequently collaborates with other musicians in duos, trios, or chamber groups. Her mission is to make every performance a moment of beauty and belonging.

SINGER, GUITAR, BASS

Mark Whiskey and the Sours

1950s Rock and Roll and Rockabilly

Sample Song List

• Don’t Be Cruel – Elvis Presley

• Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash

• That’ll Be the Day – Buddy Holly

• Rock and Roll Music – Chuck Berry

• Baby Blue – Gene Vincent

• …and many more favorites by these artists and others from the golden age of rock ‘n’ roll!

SINGER

MaryBeth Kerley

International Vocalist, Actress & Soulful Live Performer

MaryBeth Kerley is an internationally touring performer, a frontline singer with WTA’s Black Tie band, and a local busker in Annapolis, Maryland. She earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) and moved to New York City a year later.

While living in Washington Heights, MaryBeth was given the incredible opportunity to tour with Eventbox, portraying Wonder Woman and Lois Lane in a DC Justice League children’s production throughout the Middle East. Her travels included Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, and Bahrain before the pandemic temporarily halted international touring. She recently returned to the global stage with performances in Saudi Arabia in 2025.

Now back home in the DMV area, MaryBeth performs R&B, pop, and classic favorites at weddings most weekends with Black Tie and enjoys busking whenever time allows. By day, she serves as a Client Experience & Operations Coordinator for Crea Hair Studio in Annapolis.

MaryBeth’s passion for performance began early—at just 10 years old, she insisted on attending acting camp after years of playing sports. Since then, she has built an extensive background in theater and continues to carry her sense of purpose wherever she goes, using her artistry to help audiences connect.

She is also a founding panel member and frequent performer in the Studio 333 Concert Series at UUCA, a fully volunteer monthly event that offers an intimate, candlelit setting showcasing live music from local professional artists. Known for her soulful, acoustic interpretations of popular songs, MaryBeth brings a distinctive style and emotional depth to every performance.

Sample Song List

🎵 Build Me Up Buttercup — The Foundations
🎵 At Last — Etta James
🎵 Perfect — Ed Sheeran
🎵 Fast Car — Tracy Chapman
🎵 Fly Me to the Moon — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Halo — Beyoncé
🎵 Rise Up — Andra Day
🎵 Don’t Know Why — Norah Jones
🎵 Landslide — Fleetwood Mac
🎵 Sunday Morning — Maroon 5🎵 Ballads — Adele
🎵 Selections — Lana Del Rey
🎵 Showtunes — Les Misérables, Anastasia, and more

SINGER, GUITAR, DJ

Mike Nelson

Guitarist, Vocalist & DJ

Michael Nelson is a talented guitarist and vocalist who brings the perfect soundtrack to any event. Michael delivers smooth vocals, skilled guitar playing, and a diverse repertoire. He also offers DJ services to keep the energy going and the dance floor full.

Sample Song List:

• All Night Long (All Night) – Lionel Richie

• Always on My Mind – Willie Nelson (also popular by Elvis Presley)

• Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

• Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra (originally by Kaye Ballard, popularized by Sinatra)

• Glory Days – Bruce Springsteen

• Old Time Rock and Roll – Bob Seger

• One in a Million You – Larry Graham

• Margaritaville – Jimmy Buffett

• My Girl – The Temptations

• The Lady in Red – Chris de Burgh

SINGER, PIANO, KEYBOARD

Myca Townes

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Nathaniel Yielding

Sample Song List

• Wildwood Flower – Traditional / Carter Family

• Big River – Johnny Cash

• Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash

• Stop the World and Let Me Off – Carl Belew

• Mama Tried – Merle Haggard

• Oh Lonesome Me – Don Gibson

• Make Me Down a Pallet on Your Floor – Traditional Blues

• Blues Stay Away from Me – The Delmore Brothers

• Lost Highway – Hank Williams

• Black Jack Davy – Traditional / Folk

• A Boy Named Sue – Johnny Cash

ENSEMBLE, TRIBUTE BAND

Nowhere Men

Nowhere Men is an amplified acoustic quartet consisting of two guitars, bass, and small percussion and focus on the magical vocals of The Beatles from the early days till the end. Nowhere Men is a low-volume group that can fit into any situation: strictly acoustic or amplified for bigger rooms, but we’re always acoustic! We’ve played all over the DMV area, from small bars, outdoor festivals, breweries, and theaters.

Sample Song List:

• I Want to Hold Your Hand – The Beatles

• She Loves You – The Beatles

• Hey Jude – The Beatles

• With a Little Help from My Friends – The Beatles

• When I’m Sixty-Four – The Beatles

• Something – The Beatles

• Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

• Love Me Do – The Beatles

• Get Back – The Beatles

• I Saw Her Standing There – The Beatles

SPANISIH MUSICIAN

Oscar Munoz

Latin9 Orquesta: Dynamic, Versatile Latin Music for Every Occasion

Latin9 Orquesta is a dynamic and versatile Latin music group dedicated to delivering high-quality live entertainment for a wide range of events. Known for their rich sound, professionalism, and engaging performances, the band blends traditional Latin rhythms with modern energy to create unforgettable experiences for every audience.

With a flexible format, Latin9 Orquesta adapts to each event’s needs—from intimate settings to full-scale productions. Their lineup can range from a compact ensemble featuring 2–3 vocalists, guitar, conga, timbal, and percussion, to a powerful 9-piece orchestra including vibraphone, bass, guitar, full percussion, and multiple singers. For smaller or more elegant occasions, they also offer a trio format (guitar, percussion, and vocalist), perfect for cocktail hours and refined atmospheres.

Their repertoire includes a vibrant mix of salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, boleros, and Latin crossover hits, performed in both Spanish and English. Latin9 Orquesta is committed to creating the perfect musical atmosphere—whether it’s a lively dance floor, classy background ambiance, or interactive celebration.

🎵 Sample Song List: 

🎶 “Guantanamera” – Celia Cruz
🎶 “Quizás, Quizás, Quizás” – Nat King Cole
🎶 “Bésame Mucho” – Consuelo Velázquez
🎶 “Sabor a Mí” – Los Panchos
🎶 “La Vida Es un Carnaval” – Celia Cruz
🎶 “Oye Como Va” – Santana
🎶 “Suavemente” – Elvis Crespo
🎶 “La Bilirrubina” – Juan Luis Guerra
🎶 “Stand By Me” – Ben E. King
🎶 “La Pollera Colora” – Traditional
🎶 “La Bamba” – Ritchie Valens
🎶 “Tequila” – The Champs

SINGER, GUITAR, HARMONICA

Patrick Bedore

Playing oldies hits on guitar and interacting with my audience.

Patrick Bedore is an acoustic singer/songwriter from Maryland. He plays a variety of originals and oldies favorites on acoustic guitar. Patrick loves to interact with his audience and also do improv songs.

Sample Song List:
Journey – Don’t Stop Believing
Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody
The Beatles – Let It Be
Oasis – Wonderwall
Lynyrd Skynyrd – Sweet Home Alabama
Bob Marley – Three Little Birds
Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl
Elvis Presley – Can’t Help Falling in Love
Celine Dion – My Heart Will Go On
Backstreet Boys – I Want It That Way

SINGER

Priscilla Lyle

🎶 Priscilla Lyle: Soul Singer Inspiring Joy Through Music and Faith 🎶

Priscilla Lyle is a native Washingtonian who proudly considers herself a Soul Singer. She has been singing all her life and regularly performs at homegoing services, weddings, worship services, and other special events.

Throughout her musical journey, Priscilla has shared the stage with many talented artists. A highlight of her career was performing at President Barack Obama’s inauguration with the Washington Youth Choir and singing alongside the legendary Pace Sisters in the gospel musical “Nail Scarred Hands.”

In October 2022, Priscilla released her debut single, “The One,” by Psista, which is available on all major music platforms, including YouTube, Apple Music, and Spotify.

Currently, Priscilla is pursuing her second bachelor’s degree in Jazz Vocal Studies, with plans to graduate in 2028. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology. By combining her musical talent and scientific background, Priscilla seeks to inspire hope, peace, love, and joy through every performance. She truly enjoys connecting with seniors through music and understands the power of sharing inspiring and nostalgic songs with a community of wise individuals.

🎵 Sample Song List:

🎶 “Rock With You” – Michael Jackson
🎶 “What a Difference a Day Makes” – Dinah Washington
🎶 “Fly Me to the Moon” – Frank Sinatra
🎶 “My Romance” – Carmen McRae
🎶 “At Last” – Etta James
🎶 “What You Won’t Do for Love” – Bobby Caldwell
🎶 “Just the Two of Us” – Bill Withers
🎶 “Let’s Stay Together” – Al Green
🎶 “My Girl” – The Temptations
🎶 “My Cherie Amour” – Stevie Wonder

SINGER

Rachel Allen

Vocalist Dedicated to Inspiring Hope, Healing, and Connection Through Music

Rachel Lyle is a native Washingtonian whose musical journey began in her childhood church. She later expanded her vocal experience through the Washington Youth Choir, where she developed her passion for performance and community.

After graduating high school, Rachel attended Berklee College of Music, majoring in Music Therapy. She continued her academic path at the University of the District of Columbia, earning an associate degree in Liberal Arts, and is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance with a concentration in Classical Music.

In her spare time, Rachel volunteers as a singer at retirement homes throughout the DC, Maryland, and Virginia areas. She is passionate about serving the senior community and deeply believes in the power of music to inspire hope, healing, and meaningful memories.

🎵 Sample Song List:

• 🎼 What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

• 🎼 Ain’t No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

• 🎼 Bridge Over Troubled Water – Simon & Garfunkel / Aretha Franklin

• 🎼 I’ll Be There – The Jackson 5

• 🎼 What the World Needs Now Is Love – Jackie DeShannon

• 🎼 My Funny Valentine – Jazz Standard (Rodgers & Hart)

• 🎼 Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland (The Wizard of Oz)

• 🎼 Misty – Jazz Standard (Erroll Garner)

• 🎼 Climb Every Mountain – The Sound of Music (Rodgers & Hammerstein)

• 🎼 O Happy Day – Edwin Hawkins Singers

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO. FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Rebecca Presti

Music, connection, and compassion delivered in a lively and fun experience.

Rebecca is a Silver Spring, MD based singer songwriter who performs a combination of original music and cover songs around the area. She has a passion for the power of music, story and song to connect, comfort, uplift and entertain and she tries to weave these elements into her shows. When performing at senior centers, she creates thoughtful programming geared towards both recognizable music and songs that have themes that can resonate with a more mature population. While the hour is mostly music, Rebecca also enjoys the chance to tell stories, comment on the songs to create a larger sense of meaning. Piano, guitar, vocals.

Sample Song List:

• Joni Mitchell – Big Yellow Taxi, Both Sides Now, All I Want

• Carole King – So Far Away, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman

• The Beatles – Yesterday, I Want to Hold Your Hand

• Linda Ronstadt – You’re No Good

• Judy Collins – That’s No Way to Say Goodbye

• Leonard Cohen – Hallelujah

• The Carpenters – (They Long to Be) Close to You

• Standards – My Funny Valentine, All of Me

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Rebecca Presti

Experienced and Dynamic Pilates, Yoga, Gyrotonic, and MELT Method Instructor

Profile
Experienced and dynamic Pilates, Yoga, Gyrotonic, and MELT Method instructor specializing in designing workouts for individuals and groups that inspire, build strength, and help clients achieve their goals. A leader, teacher trainer, and community builder with skills that bridge the creativity required in fitness with the organization necessary to run a business effectively.

Experience

• Pilates/Yoga Instructor (Virtual) 
  Self-employed teacher providing primarily private lessons and small group mat/duets. In addition to Pilates and yoga, I work with clients experiencing pain or dysfunction in an integrative way, using MELT, Gyrotonic, and other techniques to create personalized programs. Sessions are primarily on Zoom, with some in-person lessons.
• Pilates Instructor, Somerset House; Chevy Chase 
  Teach classes tailored to older adults, focusing on strength, mobility, and balance with respect to the unique needs of the aging body.
• Pilates, Yoga, Barre, MELT, Gyrotonic Teacher, VA/MD/DC 
  Self-employed contractor at various local studios as a sub and part-time employee, as well as an in-home teacher for select students in the DC Metro area. Studios include Balance Pilates and Yoga, Core Studios, MINT, Dragon’s Breath Yoga, Pengu Studio, and Spark Yoga.
• Pilates and Yoga Teacher, On the Move Fitness; Northern VA 
  Independent contractor hired to instruct corporate and private clients.
• Pilates Teacher, Balance Studio; Bethesda, MD 
  Teach private, semi-private, and mat classes. Have also taught PTF (Pilates Total Fitness) and substituted for various formats.
• Pilates, Yoga, MELT, Barre Teacher, Inner Core Wellness; Vienna, VA 
  Provided private, semi-private, and small group lessons. Responsible for scheduling, client payments, and follow-up.

Additional Experience
In addition to fitness teaching, I have experience in retail management and contract work as a writer/editor. Past roles include Apple Creative, Starbucks Barista, Raw Foods Chef, and Administrative Assistant.

SINGER, DJ/KARAOKE

Reginald Kelly

45+ Years of Professional, High-Energy Entertainment

For more than 45 years, Reginald Kelly has provided exceptional, engaging, and exciting entertainment throughout Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and the surrounding areas. He has been contracted by corporations, companies, country clubs, fraternal and military organizations, as well as senior living communities and centers for a wide range of special events and occasions.

With seasoned expertise and a high level of professionalism, Reginald ensures outstanding results for every event. He takes pride in using top-notch professional equipment and offering a vast selection of music, karaoke, and music videos across multiple genres—appealing to all demographics and audiences.

When you book Reginald Kelly, you are hiring a true seasoned professional. When it comes to your event or special occasion, you deserve nothing but the best.

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Rich Mascari

Rich is a multi-instrumentalist singer songwriter with a repertoire of over 1000 songs in a wide array of genres. Songs from decades past and present. He has been playing professionally since he was 12 years old. He studied at Berklee School of Music and is a member of the Maryland Entertainment Hall of Fame. Rich has an uncanny ability to read a room and play the songs you were just thinking about. He looks forward to entertaining you…

Sample Song List:

• Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

• Elvis Medley – Elvis Presley

• Hey Jude – The Beatles

• Moondance – Van Morrison

• Pirate Looks at Forty – Jimmy Buffett

• One Love – Bob Marley

• (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding

• Your Song – Elton John

• Johnny Cash Medley – Johnny Cash

• Jerry Lee Lewis Medley – Jerry Lee Lewis

• My Girl – The Temptations

• Sweet Baby James – James Taylor

• Pride and Joy – Stevie Ray Vaughan

• Lean on Me – Bill Withers

• Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin

• What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

• Honky Tonk Women – The Rolling Stones

• Come Together – The Beatles

• Tennessee Whiskey – Chris Stapleton

STEEL DRUM

Rikky Robley

🥁 Rikky: An Experienced Musician with Global Stage Presence

Rikky is an experienced musician who has performed with the renowned Desperadoes Steel Orchestra. He has toured extensively across Europe and Africa with his own ensemble, performing for both young and senior audiences. With his talent and versatility, Rikky is sure to connect wonderfully with the senior community.

Sample Song List:

🎶 I Can See Clearly Now — Jimmy Cliff
🎶 One Love — Bob Marley
🎶 Yellow Bird — Caribbean Folk Song
🎶 Jamaica Farewell — Harry Belafonte
🎶 Island in the Sun — Harry Belafonte
🎶 She’s Royal — Tarrus Riley
🎶 I Shot the Sheriff — Bob Marley
🎶 Jolene — Kes

SINGER, DJ, INSTRUMENTALIST

Ro Cube

Timeless melodies for every season and every reason

Introducing Ro Cube – a premier pianist, vocalist and DJ. Ro entertains and delivers a Victor Borge type performance energy while actively engaging with his audience often with some light-hearted banter. He specializes in performing popular songs from a multitude of phenomenal artists, including Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Elton John along with an Elvis Presley tribute set. Ro has served as the musical director and sideman for classic acts like The Coasters, The Drifters, The Platters, The Temptations, Mary Wilson, Phil Flowers, Al Green, The Whispers, Kool and the Gang and Chubby Checker. Always encouraging sing-a-longs and crowd participation, Ro takes requests to satisfy the musical preferences of his audiences enticing an unforgettable experience down memory lane.

Sample Song List

• It’s Now or Never – Elvis Presley

• You Make Me Feel So Young – Frank Sinatra

• Your Song – Elton John

• Unforgettable – Nat King Cole

• Put Your Head on My Shoulder – Paul Anka

• Jump in the Line – Harry Belafonte

• Can’t Buy Me Love – The Beatles

• In the Mood / Rock Around the Clock – Bill Haley & the Comets

• Bésame Mucho – Andrea Bocelli

• I Left My Heart in San Francisco – Tony Bennett

SINGER< GUITAR, PIANO

Sadia Bangura

Singer-Songwriter & Multi-Instrumentalist with a Powerful, Story-Driven Sound

Sadia is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist hailing from Prince George’s County, Maryland. Her music has been described as potent, featuring strong vocals, profound lyrics, and emotive guitar playing. Most notably, her original song “Good” earned the distinction of NPR’s Tiny Desk Top Shelf and was featured on All Things Considered.

In addition to writing and performing, Sadia has served as a music director and has composed original music and scores for film, further showcasing her versatility and depth as an artist.

Sample Song List

🎵 Valerie — Amy Winehouse
🎵 Ain’t No Sunshine — Bill Withers
🎵 Grandma’s Hands — Bill Withers
🎵 Blackbird — The Beatles
🎵 Superstition — Stevie Wonder
🎵 My Girl — The Temptations
🎵 Bennie and the Jets — Elton John
🎵 Dreams — Fleetwood Mac
🎵 Can’t Take My Eyes Off You — Frankie Valli
🎵 Killing Me Softly with His Song — Lauryn Hill
🎵 Can’t Help Falling in Love — Elvis Presley
🎵 Wonderful World — Sam Cooke
🎵 Happy Together — The Turtles
🎵 Sweet Caroline — Neil Diamond
🎵 Vienna — Billy Joel
🎵 September — Earth, Wind & Fire
🎵 Boogie Wonderland — Earth, Wind & Fire
🎵 Come and Get Your Love — Redbone

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SINGER, PIANO

Saegin Live

Dynamic Pianist & Vocalist Blending Originals with Timeless Classics

Saegin performs his original music alongside covers from R&B, classic oldies, funk, disco, pop, and soul. Accompanying himself on piano and vocals, he delivers engaging performances that combine personal artistry with beloved hits across generations.

Sample Song List

🎵 What You Won’t Do for Love — Bobby Caldwell
🎵 Superstition — Stevie Wonder
🎵 Lovely Day — Bill Withers
🎵 Just the Two of Us — Bill Withers
🎵 Let ‘Em In — Paul McCartney
🎵 Fly Me to the Moon — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Come Fly with Me — Frank Sinatra
🎵 What’s Going On — Marvin Gaye
🎵 My Way — Frank Sinatra
🎵 “Everybody” — Original by Saegin
🎵 Some Kind of Wonderful — Grand Funk Railroad
🎵 Let’s Stay Together — Al Green
🎵 Outstanding — The Gap Band

SINGER, GUITAR

Sam O’Hare

Sam O’Hare is a Baltimore-based vocalist/guitarist who’s performed throughout the Chesapeake area for over 13 years. He is a graduate of Boston’s Berklee College of Music and performs a wide variety of musical genres including folk, blues, jazz, country, Motown, and more. Aside from regularly performing at venues and restaurants in the area, he is passionate about playing music for seniors and finds joy in seeing them smile and sing along with tunes they love from their younger days.

Sample Song List

• Goodnight, Irene – Lead Belly / The Weavers

• When I’m Sixty-Four – The Beatles

• My Girl – The Temptations

• L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole

• Home on the Range – Daniel E. Kelley

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

SINGER, PIANO

Samantha Karlin

Samantha: From Stage to Screen

Samantha has starred in several Off-Broadway productions and is a trained coloratura soprano. Some of her favorite roles include Amelia in Amelia Al Ballo by Menotti, Joanne in Company, Ado Annie in Oklahoma!, and Mary Lennox in The Secret Garden. She has also appeared on Law & Order and Gossip Girl, among other television shows.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Normal Set
🎶 Some Enchanted Evening – South Pacific
🎶 Bewitched – Unforgettable
🎶 Memory – Cats
🎶 People Will Say We’re in Love – Oklahoma!
🎶 You’ll Never Walk Alone – Carousel
🎶 ’Til There Was You – The Music Man
🎶 Tonight – West Side Story
🎶 I Dreamed a Dream – Les Misérables
🎶 On My Own – Les Misérables
🎶 Somewhere That’s Green – Little Shop of Horrors
🎶 If I Loved You – Carousel
🎶 Goodnight, My Someone – The Music Man
🎶 Georgia on My Mind

🎄 Holiday Set
🎶 Carol of the Bells
🎶 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
🎶 We Three Kings
🎶 White Christmas
🎶 Ma’oz Tzur
🎶 Light One Candle
🎶 The Christmas Song
🎶 Silver Bells
🎶 O Come, All Ye Faithful
🎶 Silent Night
🎶 Joy to the World
🎶 Dreidel, Dreidel

SINGER, GUITAR

Scott Kurt

Classical Rock/Pop/Country Songs

Scott Kurt is a singer/guitar player who has a list of songs in the hundreds. He can play songs from the 60’s to the 90’s with pop, rock, folk, classic rock, country and lots of sing alongs.

Sample Song List:

• Friends in Low Places – Garth Brooks

• Wagon Wheel – Darius Rucker

• Tennessee Whiskey – Chris Stapleton

• Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd

• Hotel California – Eagles

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash

• Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash

• Free Bird – Lynyrd Skynyrd

• Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey

• Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

• American Girl – Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers

• Fast Car – Tracy Chapman

• Purple Rain – Prince

• Crazy Little Thing Called Love – Queen

• Yesterday – The Beatles

• Imagine – John Lennon

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Walking in Memphis – Marc Cohn

• Mr. Brightside – The Killers

SINGER, GUITAR

Sean Carter

Sean: A Versatile Musician and Engaging Performer

Sean is a well-seasoned musician who plays a variety of instruments and is also a talented vocalist. A career performer, he focuses on what the audience requests and engages with, ensuring every show is personalized and memorable. His repertoire spans music from the 1950s through today, including rock, classic rock, Motown, R&B, country, and more—whatever the audience desires.

In addition to performing, Sean is also a skilled guitar instructor and a recording engineer/producer, dedicated to sharing his passion for music both on and off the stage.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Ain’t That a Shame – Fats Domino
🎵 Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
🎵 I Got a Woman – Ray Charles
🎵 Superstition – Stevie Wonder
🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
🎵 All I Have to Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers
🎵 Black Water – The Doobie Brothers
🎵 Hanky Panky – Tommy James & The Shondells
🎵 Ticket to Ride – The Beatles
🎵 Honky Tonk Women – The Rolling Stones

DANCER, FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Sean Pritchett

Soul Line Dance instructor/Choreographer

Teach choreographed dance routines to urban music

Sample Song List:

• Boots on the ground
• 803 Fresh

SINGER

Shana Oshiro, Soprano

Shana Oshiro is a soprano, music therapist, and poet who performs throughout the DMV. She is an alumna of Morgan State University and Shenandoah Conservatory and has performed with local opera companies as well as on major stages including Opera Philadelphia, Millennium Stage, and the Meyerhoff Symphony Hall with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. She performs classical works, musical theater, jazz and more. 

Sample Song List:

Let the Bright Seraphim (Handel)  
Quia Respexit (Bach)  
Deh vieni non tardar (Mozart)  
Come scoglio  
Donde lietà usci (Puccini)  
Sul fil d’un soffio d’etesio (Verdi)  
Del Cabello Mas sutil (Obradors)  
Jurame (Grever)  
Come Sunday (Ellington)  
Three Letter Word 

SINGER, GUITAR

Stephen Harrod

🎶 Scott of the Andes – Musician, Producer & Storyteller

Born in Chile and raised in Maryland, Scott of the Andes is the adopted persona of musician and producer Stephen Harrod. His musical journey began with classical records played on a Sesame Street 45 battery-powered record player. Inspired by Mr. Richard Starkey (Ringo Starr), he picked up the drums as his first instrument.

In high school, he performed with the punk/metal band Necron (2004–2008), where he also wrote several of their songs. After a hiatus, Scott returned to music in 2012, writing and performing his own material. Since then, he has self-released 13 singles and 3 EPs, including his most recent EP, Being of Sound Mind (released May 23). As a versatile artist and producer, he draws inspiration from a wide range of genres, infusing his music with introspection, sensitivity, and a sense of aimless wandering through life.

Beyond his own work, Scott has built a career as a production sound engineer in Chicago, Los Angeles, and Maryland, contributing to feature films, shorts, commercials, online content, and documentaries. His credits include projects showcased at South by Southwest, Slamdance, Sundance, and Cannes. While in California, he also hosted the podcast Voices from a Boom Town, featuring conversations with creative professionals working behind the scenes.

Scott’s passion for community has led him to organize live music showcases in both Los Angeles and Maryland under the banner Sound of… Presents. He also hosts the companion Sound of Podcast, spotlighting original songwriters from the local scene. For Scott of the Andes, every song created is a song that deserves to be shared.

🎵 Sample Song List:

✨ We’ll Meet Again – Vera Lynn
✨ Wild Horses – The Rolling Stones
✨ Walking the Cow – Daniel Johnston

SINGER, GUITAR, DRUMS

Stewart Burlew

Classics, rock, Motown, folk, and more.

SINGER, GUITAR

Susan McNeils

Celebrating Memorable Melodies 40’s,50’s &60’s

Susan McNelis is a vocalist/guitarist who’s been performing in the DC area since the ’90s, appearing at venues such as the Kennedy Center and the National Theatre. You’ll be treated to a variety of musical genres including pop, Broadway, jazz, folk and country. Her lovely soprano voice is the perfect vehicle for your favorite tunes and she encourages everyone to sing along. Let’s share the magic of music!

Sample Song List

• New York, New York – Frank Sinatra

• Carolina in the Morning – Judy Garland

• Jamaica Farewell – Harry Belafonte

• Put on a Happy Face – Tony Bennett

• Que Sera, Sera – Doris Day

• My Favorite Things – Julie Andrews

• Matchmaker, Matchmaker – from Fiddler on the Roof

• Moon River – Andy Williams

• Getting to Know You – from The King and I

• It’s Only a Paper Moon – Ella Fitzgerald

SINGER

Taniece Bannerman

Taniece – Soulful R&B Singer Bringing Heart, Healing, and Connection Through Music

Taniece is a soulful R&B singer whose rich, emotive voice bridges generations and brings warmth to every audience she touches. With a natural gift for storytelling through song, she blends classic soul with modern emotion, creating performances that uplift, comfort, and inspire.

Drawing from her background as a nurse, Taniece brings deep empathy and emotional intelligence to her music. Her performances for seniors are heartfelt experiences that spark memories, foster connection, and bring joy. Whether serenading with timeless classics, soothing ballads, or her own original songs, she creates an atmosphere of peace and nostalgia that feels like home.

A performer with heart and purpose, Taniece uses her voice not just to entertain, but to heal — reminding every listener of music’s true power to restore the spirit.

🎵 Sample Song List:

• 🎼 Ain’t No Way – Aretha Franklin

• 🎼 Sweet Love – Anita Baker

• 🎼 Superstar – Luther Vandross

• 🎼 Neither One of Us (Wants to Be the First to Say Goodbye) – Gladys Knight & The Pips

• 🎼 Say Yes – Floetry

• 🎼 Pressure – Ari Lennox

• 🎼 The Worst – Jhené Aiko

• 🎼 A Song for You – Donny Hathaway

• 🎼 If Only You Knew – Patti LaBelle

• 🎼 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman – Aretha Franklin

ACCORDION

Tatsiana Roytman

Tatsiana: A One-Woman Orchestra of Joy and Nostalgia

Tatsiana is a classically trained accordionist from Europe, now based in the Baltimore–Washington area, who brings warmth, nostalgia, and joy to every performance. Her programs for senior communities feature a lively mix of Italian, Russian, Jewish, and international favorites — from folk songs and tangos to light jazz and timeless sing-alongs.

With engaging stories and a personal touch, Tatsiana’s “one-woman orchestra” creates a welcoming atmosphere where every melody stirs a memory and every song invites a smile.

🎵 Sample Song List:

✨ Dark Eyes – Art Van Damme
✨ Autumn Leaves – Joseph Kosma
✨ Petite Fleur – Sidney Bechet
✨ Bésame Mucho – Consuelo Velázquez
✨ Dream a Little Dream of Me – Fabian Andre & Wilbur Schwandt
✨ Libertango – Ástor Piazzolla
✨ Franc Marocco – Jazz Arrangements
✨ Argentinian Tangos
✨ Traditional Italian Music
✨ Traditional Irish Music
✨ Traditional German Music
✨ Traditional Russian Music
✨ Traditional Jewish Music

Ensemble, Irish Folk Music

The Pilgrims of Deep Run

The Pilgrims of Deep Run are a Baltimore-based Irish Trad (Irish traditional folk music) group. Covering dance tunes and pub songs, the Pilgrims give the audience a wide variety of styles within the tradition. With members switching between violin, mandolin, guitar, banjo, bodhrán, bouzouki, viola, octave mandolin, and tin whistle, each tune has its own unique character. Whether for festivals, weddings, background music for special events, or just a festive night in a pub, Pilgrims of Deep Run provide exceptional listening experiences.

SINGER, DJ

Tyrone Lyles

Coming form a musical family, Tyrone has been singing before he was able to talk. First in church, then in school and talent shows. After attending Duke Ellington School Of The Arts in DC, Tyrone attended Hampton University. With music being a big part of his life, Tyrone participated in musicals, recording studio work & music shows throughout the course of his life. As time went on, Tyrone transitioned into DJ work. DJ Ty has been doing DJ work, in several genre, for over 20 years performing in weddings, corporate functions, Bar & Bat-Mitvahs, house parties, etc.

🎶 Sample Song List

• The Temptations – My Girl, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg

• Marvin Gaye – Let’s Get It On, What’s Going On

• Four Tops – I Can’t Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch), Reach Out I’ll Be There

• Teddy Pendergrass – Close the Door, Turn Off the Lights

• Otis Redding – Sittin’ On The Dock of the Bay, Try a Little Tenderness

• Earth, Wind & Fire – September, Let’s Groove

• Al Green – Let’s Stay Together, Love and Happiness

• The Commodores – Easy, Brick House

• The Eagles – Hotel California, Take It Easy

• The Spinners – I’ll Be Around, Could It Be I’m Falling in Love

• The Beatles – Here Comes the Sun, Let It Be

• Donny Hathaway – A Song for You, This Christmas

• Luther Vandross – Never Too Much, So Amazing

• Smokey Robinson – Cruisin’, Being with You

• The Gap Band – Outstanding, You Dropped a Bomb on Me

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “He was great.”
• “We definitely want him back! “

SINGER, LECTURER

Victor Hurtado

SINGER, LECTURER

Vladimir Fridman

Music from around the globe

Vladimir Fridman was born and raised in Moscow, Russia, with music a major part of his life. In Moscow Vladimir received his education in music. With Jazz Balalaika Group Vladimir toured Europe, the Middle East and Japan and released few albums. He regularly tours Europe as a member of a “TransAtlantic Duo”. Since his arrival to the United States in 1998 Vladimir frequently performs solo and with leading musicians as a member of “Music Pilgrim” Trio – instrumental music, Klezmer, Yiddish, Jazz, Russian and American songs.

Sample Song List:
Oyfn Pripetchik (Mark Warshawsky)
Bei Mir Bist Du Shein(Sholom Secunda)
Malaguena (Ernesto Lecuona)
LiberTango (Astor Piazzolla)
Dark Eyes (E. Grebenka)
Girl From Ipanema (A.C. Jobim)
Lady Be Good (George and Ira Gershwin)
Over The Rainbow (Harold Arlen)
White Christmas (Irving Berlin)

SINGER, DJ

VON TAE

A Soulful Voice Creating Joyful, Memory-Filled Musical Experiences for Senior Audiences

Von Tae is a professional vocalist and entertainer who delivers warm, heartfelt performances designed to connect with senior audiences through timeless music and genuine human connection. With a rich background in R&B, soul, pop, and classic favorites, he creates an uplifting, feel-good atmosphere that sparks memories, joy, and sing-along moments. His performances are engaging yet relaxed, blending smooth vocals, storytelling, and familiar melodies that resonate across generations.

Von Tae has appeared on notable stages and media platforms, bringing polish, professionalism, and emotional depth to every show. Whether performing beloved classics or soulful originals with a nostalgic feel, he tailors each set to ensure seniors feel seen, celebrated, and entertained—leaving audiences smiling, reminiscing, and asking for “just one more song.”

Sample Song List:

🎵 “Rock Steady” – The Whispers
🎵 “And the Beat Goes On” – The Whispers
🎵 “Between the Sheets” – The Isley Brothers
🎵 “Love Don’t Love Nobody” – The Spinners
🎵 “Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours)” – Stevie Wonder
🎵 “Happy” – Pharrell Williams
🎵 “Stand by Me” – Ben E. King
🎵 “Let’s Stay Together” – Al Green
🎵 “Billie Jean” – Michael Jackson
🎵 “Every Little Step” – Bobby Brown
🎵 “You Make Me Feel Brand New” – The Stylistics

Vocals, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Drums, Guitar, Saxophone, DJ

Where’s Pete Band

Where’s Pete Band is known for their extensive repertoire including rock, pop, jazz, funk, R&B, Latin, country, dance, and more. Their full band setup includes male and female vocals, bass guitar, keyboard, drums, guitar, saxophone and a DJ, sound and light engineer.

The band consists of all veteran players who have a passion for music and performance. Where’s Pete puts on an engaging live show, with surprise guest musicians and great crowd interaction.

They offer a band and DJ combo package, enhanced lighting package, band and string ensemble, and a band and harpist combo package. You can cover your ceremony and reception music in a one-stop shop. Where’s Pete Band helps you find the best package for your needs and makes your music planning process seamless and stress-free.

SINGER, LECTURER, PIANO

Will Layman

Jazz and the Great American Songbook

Will Layman fell in love with classic jazz as a teenager and has been singing and playing the classic tunes from the Great American Songbook for the last four decades. He is a scholar and writer of this joyous music, and while he performs he tells stories about the vibrant musicians and composers who are behind this beloved American art form. With a smile and lots of humor, Will sings and plays with swinging groove and sweet harmony.

Sample Song List:

• Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

• Stardust – Louis Armstrong

• Route 66 – Nat King Cole

• Moon River – Henry Mancini (from Breakfast at Tiffany’s)

• Georgia on My Mind – Ray Charles

• Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans – Dr. John

• The Nearness of You – Sarah Vaughan

• Lullaby of Birdland – Ella Fitzgerald

• On the Sunny Side of the Street – Dizzy Gillespie

• All of Me – Mel Tormé

SAXOPHONE

William Spruill

🎷 SaxmanWill: Bringing Joy Through Timeless Saxophone Classics

William “SaxmanWill” Spruill is a seasoned saxophonist with over 10 years of experience, having performed for countless senior living communities. He’s known for keeping his music at a comfortable volume while playing beloved hits from all eras—songs that transport seniors to happy moments and cherished memories.

Sample Song List:

🎵 (They Long to Be) Close to You – The Carpenters
🎵 My Eyes Adored You – Frankie Valli
🎵 My Way – Frank Sinatra
🎵 Disco Inferno – The Trammps
🎵 September – Earth, Wind & Fire
🎵 I Want You Back – The Jackson 5
🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver
🎵 Nothing from Nothing – Billy Preston
🎵 I Fall to Pieces – Patsy Cline

SINGER

Yoonsoo Shin

Tenor Yoonsoo Shin

Tenor Yoonsoo Shin holds an Artist Diploma from Indiana University and Master’s degree from the University of Maryland where he studied under distinguished artists including Giorgio Tozzi and Dominic Cossa. He has received numerous awards from prestigious competitions such as a study grant with the Licia Albanese Puccini Foundation, a winner of the Liederkranz Foundation for Voice Competition and a national semi-finalist for the Metropolitan National Opera Competition Auditions. Mr. Shin performed the role of the Duke as a young artist with the Merola program at San Francisco Opera. He has gone on to perform at various leading opera companies in the United States including, Toledo Opera, Cleveland Opera, New York City Opera, Seoul Art Center and San Francisco Opera Merola program and has performed roles such as Rodolfo, Tito, Ferrando, Edgardo, Rinuccio, Ismaele, Pinkerton, Duke, Tamino, Des Grieux and Hoffmann.

Sample Song List:
O sole mio;Capua
Non t’amo piu;Tosti
Ideale;Tosti
I dream of Jeannie with the light brown hair;Foster
Ich liebe dich: Beethoven
Der kuss;Beethoven
Chellami Creda;Puccini
Audio fiorito asil;Puccini
Una furtive lagrima;Donizetti
La Donna e mobile;Verdi
You raise me up