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SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Adam Shaber

DANCER

Aisha

SINGER

Akua Wilder

PIANO

Alex Yedidia

SINGER, PIANO

Andrew Greenspan

SINGER

Anna Felice Darmiento

SINGER, DJ, LECTURER

April Kelly

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Barry and Richie

SINGER, GUITAR

Brian Smith

SINGER, ACCOUSTIC GUITAR

Carolyn Douthat

SINGER

Cathy Thornton

SINGER

Catie Brooks

SINGER< GUITAR, PIANO

Chiara Izzi

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST, BANDS/ENSEMBLES

Christopher Hoyle (JCX Music)

SINGER, GUITAR

David T Blair

SINGER

Deb De Lucca

CLARINET, ACCORDION, PERCUSSION, VOICE, KEYBOARD, MELODICA

Dena Ressler & T-Klez

SINGER, GUITAR

Dennis Rogers

Band

Drew Nugent & the Midnight Society

VIOLIN

Eamon Dingle

DANCER

Edward Alligier

SINGER

Elena Smith

VIOLIN

Francine Bloom

SINGER, GUITAR, DUO

Front Porch Swing

SINGER, PIANO, BASS TRIO

Greg Sunderland Trio

SINGER, GUITAR

Gregory Schwemler

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Hank Machuga

SINGER, PIANO

Harrison Strunk

LECTURER

Helena Swanicke

SINGER, PIANO

Holly Gash

SINGER

Ingrid Gibson

SINGER, VIOLIN, PIANO, GUITAR, VIOLA, CELLO

Jade Anaiah Wesley

SINGER

Jason Wingerter The Blue-Eyed Balladeer

SINGER, PIANO

JC Keys 

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Jeff DeSmedt (Big Jeff)

Singer, Tribute Artist

Jeff Krick Jr.

LECTURER

Jesse Pudles

SINGER, GUITAR

Jo Wymer (The Jo Wymer Trio)

SINGER, PIANO, GUITAR

Joe Cahill

SINGER, PIANO

John Creighton

SINGER, PERCUSSION, GUITAR

Joshua Van Ness

SINGER, GUITAR

JT Rooney

SINGER, STEEL DRUMS

Justin Derman

HARPIST

Karen Stern

Vocalist

Karina Gonzalez

SINGER, GUITAR

Kevin McGowan

SINGER, DJ

Lina Fiscardi

Singer, Guitar

Lindsay Jordan

SINGER

Lisa Kobin

Vocalist, Keyboards

Lynn Davison

LECTURER

Manjapra Srinivasan

SINGER, LECTURER

Mara Adler

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Mark Edmonds & The Jazz Band

Vocalist

Martin Kennedy

SINGER, GUITAR

Matt and Patrizsha

VIOLIN

Meghan Faw

SINGER, FIDDLE, BANJO, MANDOLIN, DULCIMER, GUITAR, BASS

Old Time Travelers Duo/Trio

SINGER

Pam Brennan

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO

Pamela Urgiles

SINGER

Paul Anthony

SINGER, GUITAR

Paul Marzano

SINGER, GUITAR

Rafaella Delia

SINGER, DANCER, INSTRUMENTALISTS - BANJO, MANDOLIN, UKELELE, CONCERTINA, HARMONICA, BAGPIPES, PENNYWHISTLE, BALALAIKA, CUATRO

Richard Stillman

SINGER, TRIBUTE ARTIST

Richie Santa

SINGER, GUITAR

Rick Fink

SINGER, FIDDLE, BANJO, MANDOLIN, DULCIMER, GUITAR, BASS

Ron Stevenson’s Band

SINGER, GUITAR

Siddartha Suppiah

SINGER,DJs

Stephanie Chin

SINGER, GUITAR

Stuart Markus/Gathering Time

SINGER, HARMONICA, TAMBOURINE

Trish Cleveland

SINGER

Vanessa Sanchez

SINGER

Vanessa Viscomi

SINGER, GUITAR

Victor La Torre

SINGER, GUITAR

Vincent Ferrone

SINGER

Virginie Marine

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SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Adam Shaber

One man band

Adam Shaber is a professional musician specializing in a one man band act playing clubs, restaurants, street corners, and senior care facilities. When not playing solo Adam freelances as a wedding musician in all different size bands and teaches music lessons at a school on weekdays. He always looks forward to putting a smile on faces when out performing and is very excited to spread his love of music to different areas.

Sample Song List:

  • Stand by Me – Ben E. King

  • Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison

  • Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters

  • Mrs. Robinson – Simon & Garfunkel

  • Suspicious Minds – Elvis Presley

  • All My Loving – The Beatles

  • Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

  • “I’ve been receiving wonderful feedback and responses this month from every performer you’ve sent out to us! The one that stuck out the most was Mr. Adam Shaber we hope to see him back he was engaging and wonderful with my residents!”
  • “This entertainer was good, on time, and very energetic. The residents enjoyed him coming in.”

DANCER

Aisha

A renowned World Class entertainer Aisha is an exquisite professional belly dancer, model, actress, and beauty pageants’ winner located in New York and New Jersey. Her talent and acclaimed professionalism have brought her to perform at numerous prestigious establishments around the world. In the US, she has been spotlighted on the stages ranging from Waldorf Astoria’s Grand Ballroom to Madison Square Garden and Webster Hall, from Delaware Symphony Orchestra to 50,000-guest Kentucky Derby Party, from Middle-Eastern royal family and Oil Magnates’ parties to theaters and upscale night clubs, from international cruise ships to school charity events. Anywhere she goes for her solo performances or as part of a troupe – United States, Egypt, Turkey, France, Germany, Poland, Russia, Puerto Rico, and others – the audience, with its attention pinned to the stage or dance floor is mesmerized and amazed by grace and passion of her dance, by stunning costumes, and Aisha’s magnetic personality.

For her beauty and talent, Aisha received “Miss Charming” award in “Miss Belly Dance of Russia 2007” contest, has been featured in several music videos, in the international blockbuster “Sex & the City 2” , and has appeared on TV in “The Real Housewives of New Jersey”. Aisha has creatively contributed to Grammy Award nominee’s projects and collaborated with European pop stars. As a model competition winner, she was chosen to be a Ring Card Girl at the World Championship Boxing Finale 2008.

As a professional model, Aisha is regularly hired by the world-class couture designers( Nina Ricci, Damaris, Chantelle) to highlight their fashionable lines of fine clothing. She is the face of one of the leading Designers in Nightwear and lingerie England company Jane Woolrich Disign . Aisha has been featured several times in the premier international magazine for professionals in lingerie “Creations Lingerie” http://www.creations-lingerie.com/ European lingerie collections, Indian exotic costumes, Russian luxurious fur garments, and modern chic American eveningwear have been providing a perfect framing to her slender physique, feminine curves, and distinctive dancer’s grace. Besides a painstaking belly dance training, Aisha has immersed herself into the study of ballet’s majesty and modern dance’s expressionism.

Aisha’s breathtaking Middle Eastern performance will bring the utmost joy and astonishment to your party. Make a true impression on your guests by refining your event with a rare combination of beauty, emotions, elegance, and great dance technique. This classy and glamorous entertainer performs with a tray of candles, a sword, veils,zills fanveils,feather fans and Wings of Isis. Audience participation is always encouraged and welcome! Your guests will keep talking about Aisha’s spectacular appearance and thanking you, who treated them in such a luxurious way. Everybody loves her shows, from the crowd of 5-year-old fans lining up for autographs to the elderly who jump up, energized, to dance with her. Making all of you so happy is why she loves to dance. Say something interesting about your business here.

 

SINGER

Akua Wilder

Laydee Wilder | The Soulful Groove Queen

Laydee Wilder is a vibrant songstress with over 20 years of experience, bringing confidence, passion, and undeniable star power to the stage. Known for lighting up the tri-state area, she has dazzled audiences at concert series, weddings, corporate events, birthday celebrations, bar mitzvahs, and private parties.

Her dynamic repertoire grooves through Motown, classic R&B, soul, classic rock, jazz, blues, country, and today’s Top 40 dance hits—guaranteed to get the party started. Laydee’s performances are infused with funk and flair, leaving audiences energized, smiling, and ready to dance.

Whether delivering a soulful rendition of “At Last” by Etta James or channeling the smooth elegance of “Don’t Know Why” by Norah Jones, Laydee brings the spirit of the greats to life. With her infectious energy and captivating voice, every performance becomes a celebration—leaving audiences wanting more and ready for another set.

PIANO

Alex Yedidia

Versatile Classical Pianist Blending Masterworks, Jazz, and Audience Connection

Alex is a classical pianist based in Bergen County, NJ, with a special interest in the works of Chopin, Liszt, Bach, and Mozart. His repertoire also includes music by Debussy, Rachmaninoff, Grieg, Beethoven, and other renowned composers. In addition to classical performance, Alex enjoys playing jazz and pop music, drawing from classic American standards and improvising across multiple genres.

Alex primarily performs solo piano and enhances each set with engaging descriptions and conversational insights between pieces, offering context about the music while creating a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere for the audience.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Prelude and Fugue No. 21 in B♭ Major, BWV 866 — J.S. Bach

🎵 Prelude and Fugue No. 3 in C♯ Major, BWV 848 — J.S. Bach

🎵 Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring (Hess Arrangement) — J.S. Bach

🎵 Piano Sonata in A Major, K. 331 — Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

🎵 Scherzo No. 4 in E Major, Op. 54 — Frédéric Chopin

🎵 Étude, Op. 10 No. 5 (“Black Key”) — Frédéric Chopin

🎵 Reflets dans l’eau — Claude Debussy

🎵 Piano Sonata No. 8 in C Minor, Op. 13 (“Pathétique”) — Ludwig van Beethoven

🎵 Concert Étude No. 2, “La leggierezza” — Franz Liszt

🎵 There Will Never Be Another You — Harry Warren & Mack Gordon

🎵 Body and Soul — Johnny Green

🎵 Just the Way You Are — Billy Joel

🎵 Blackbird — The Beatles

SINGER, PIANO

Andrew Greenspan

Andrew Ace Greenspan | Singer-Songwriter, Motivational Speaker & Voice of Recovery

Andrew Ace Greenspan is a singer-songwriter and motivational speaker from Nyack, New York, whose music draws from classic pop-rock influences. Now 34 years old, Andrew has been playing piano and singing since the age of four. He is on the autism spectrum and brings a deeply authentic perspective to both his music and his message.

In early 2024, Andrew entered recovery and is now over one year sober. He is currently pursuing a new album, Livin’ Rough, Hangin’ Tough, inspired by his personal journey overcoming addiction, mental health and developmental challenges, and chronic neurological pain. Throughout 2024, Andrew began writing powerful new music centered on healing and recovery, spending eight months in the studio recording, mixing, and mastering all instrumentation and production, continuing into 2025.

Today, Andrew performs his original music with the goal of healing others who are struggling in all forms of pain. Through his artistry, he demonstrates that with hope, prayer, and perseverance, it is possible to “live rough and hang tough.”

Sample Song List

Billy Joel

🎵 It’s Still Rock and Roll to Me
🎵 New York State of Mind
🎵 She’s Got a Way
🎵 Piano Man
🎵 Movin’ Out (Anthony’s Song)
🎵 My Life
🎵 Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway)
🎵 Uptown Girl
🎵 Honesty
🎵 Vienna

Elton John

🎵 I Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues
🎵 Saturday Night’s Alright for Fighting
🎵 Can You Feel the Love Tonight
🎵 Funeral for a Friend / Love Lies Bleeding
🎵 Bennie and the Jets
🎵 Candle in the Wind
🎵 I’m Still Standing
🎵 Crocodile Rock
🎵 The Bitch Is Back
🎵 Rocket Man
🎵 Tiny Dancer
🎵 Your Song

The Beatles

🎵 With a Little Help from My Friends
🎵 Here Comes the Sun
🎵 Hey Jude
🎵 Let It Be

John Lennon

🎵 Imagine

Queen

🎵 Don’t Stop Me Now
🎵 Somebody to Love

Journey

🎵 Don’t Stop Believin’

Imagine Dragons

🎵 Radioactive
🎵 It’s Time
🎵 Demons

Ed Sheeran

🎵 Photograph

Maroon 5

🎵 This Love

Train

🎵 Drops of Jupiter

Coldplay

🎵 Fix You

Daniel Powter

🎵 Bad Day

Holiday Songs

🎵 Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree
🎵 Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town
🎵 We Wish You a Merry Christmas
🎵 All I Want for Christmas Is You
🎵 You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch
🎵 A Holly Jolly Christmas
🎵 Frosty the Snowman
🎵 Run Rudolph Run
🎵 Jingle Bell Rock
🎵 Feliz Navidad
🎵 Jingle Bells
🎵 Happy Xmas (War Is Over)

Andrew Ace Originals

🎵 BeautifulSingle (2025)

Livin’ Rough, Hangin’ Tough — LP (2024)
🎵 Livin’ Rough, Hangin’ Tough
🎵 Hope to See You Again
🎵 Bury Your Pains Away
🎵 Speed of Light
🎵 Life Is a Song
🎵 Dreaming
🎵 I’ve Tried

Daybreak — LP (2013)
🎵 Hardest Part Is Saying Goodbye
🎵 Something I Haven’t Got Today
🎵 Sunshine in Your Eyes
🎵 Life Behind Bars
🎵 Believe in Me
🎵 Daybreak

Elected Kings — EP (2013)
🎵 Burning Bright
🎵 Ready to Fall
🎵 Poison

SINGER

Anna Felice Darmiento

Anna Felice – Spreading Happiness Through Music

Anna Felice is a singer, songwriter, and cover artist from the greater New Jersey area. With a soprano voice trained in classical music and infused with pop technique, she combines a full, rich sound with captivating performances that leave a lasting impression.

She has performed solo with tracks at various venues, including local farmers markets and the Sheraton Hotel in Edison. Anna has also volunteered with Sing for Hope, bringing music to hospitals and senior centers.

In addition to her solo work, Anna performs as part of an acoustic duo, holding a standing residency at Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas in Clifton. She also entertains at bars, restaurants, private parties, and events across the Garden State.

When asked why she loves to sing, Anna shares: “It’s the positive connection between people, through music, that makes me feel most happy and fulfilled.”

Sample Song List:

The BeatlesI Saw Her Standing There
Fleetwood MacDreams
Dolly PartonJolene
Old Crow Medicine ShowWagon Wheel
The Righteous BrothersUnchained Melody
Bobby HelmsJingle Bell Rock
Hank WilliamsCold, Cold Heart
Dusty SpringfieldSon of a Preacher Man
Cyndi LauperTime After Time
Fleetwood MacLandslide
The Jackson 5I Want You Back
Amy WinehouseValerie
SadeSmooth Operator
Norah JonesDon’t Know Why
Frank SinatraFly Me to the Moon
Etta JamesI’d Rather Go Blind
The TemptationsMy Girl

SINGER, DJ, LECTURER

April Kelly

Music that makes you feel good.

April Kelly is a lively, upbeat, and funny singer and entertainer who loves bringing joy to people. She specializes in sing-alongs and incorporates a requests segment to engage all clients, reflecting her deep passion for making people happy.

Sample Song List:
December 1963
Be my baby
Build me up buttercup
Flowers
How will I know
Zing went the strings
Sweet Caroline
La bamba
Don’t worry be happy

I have plenty of upbeat, fun songs, though I also include a few slower ones. However, I always keep the energy lively!

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Barry and Richie

A night of great songs and Impressions

Barry and Richie perform songs from all decades. The impression performed Johnny Mathis, Tom Jones, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Cash, Nat King Cole and many others will keep people talking for a long time.

Sample Song List:

  • Misty
  • San Francisco
  • Under My Skin
  • My Eyes Adored You
  • Sabor a Mi
  • The Summer Wind
  • Up on the Roof
  • Smoke Gets In Your Eyes
  • and many more

SINGER, GUITAR

Brian Smith

Acoustic Singer with a Jazzy Twist

Brian Smith is a singer-songwriter based in Nazareth, PA. He performs covers of standards from the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, all infused with a jazzy twist. Brian grew up playing the drum set in various jazz bands and began learning guitar as a teenager. He enjoys performing music across all genres and is an avid comedy fan.

Sample Song List:

  • You Send Me – Sam Cooke
  • Sway – Dean Martin
  • Call Me Irresponsible – Bobby Darin
  • It’s a Shame – The Spinners
  • Strange – Patsy Cline
  • Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding
  • All My Loving – The Beatles
  • Suspicious Minds – Elvis Presley
  • L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole
  • Why Do Fools Fall in Love – Frankie Lymon and The Teenagers

SINGER, ACCOUSTIC GUITAR

Carolyn Douthat

One-Woman Band with Versatile Vocals & Dynamic Guitar

Carolyn Douthat is a talented one-woman band who brings passion and energy to every performance. With evocative guitar playing, versatile vocals, and even the occasional foot tambourine, she creates a full and engaging live music experience.

Drawing from a broad musical background with styles ranging from Ella Fitzgerald to Madonna, Carolyn offers varied and exciting entertainment that can be tailored to any event.

Sample Song List

🎵 Can’t Buy Me Love — The Beatles
🎵 Stand by Me — Ben E. King
🎵 Build Me Up Buttercup — The Foundations
🎵 Dreams — Fleetwood Mac
🎵 Because the Night — Patti Smith Group
🎵 You’ve Got a Friend — Carole King
🎵 At Last — Etta James
🎵 Bad Moon Rising — Creedence Clearwater Revival
🎵 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door — Bob Dylan
🎵 I Want You Back — The Jackson 5

SINGER

Cathy Thornton

An unforgettable musical performance

Cathy is a dynamic and soulful vocalist whose voice evokes the timeless charm of Linda Ronstadt. Specializing in rock, pop, blues, soul, and ’70s funk, she brings energy and passion to every performance, creating an infectious atmosphere that gets audiences moving and reminiscing. With a deep love for the classics, Cathy delivers heartfelt renditions of beloved songs that transport seniors back to their favorite musical memories. Her engaging presence and powerful vocal delivery ensure that every performance is not just a show, but a shared celebration of music’s power to connect and uplift.

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

Catie Brooks

Soprano Catie Brooks

Hey there! My name is Catie and I’m a professional vocalist, actor, and voice teacher in the DC area. I specialize in singing Musical Theater, Classical, and Contemporary genres of voice, but I also take requests!

 

Sample Song List

Musical Theater:

  • If I Were a Bell – from Guys and Dolls

  • If I Loved You – from Carousel

  • Corner of the Sky – from Pippin

  • A Summer in Ohio – from The Last Five Years

  • Far from the Home I Love – from Fiddler on the Roof

Classical:

  • Selections by Claude Debussy, Franz Schubert, Lili Boulanger, and others

  • Select arias from operas in Italian, German, French, and English

Standards:

  • Smoke Gets in Your Eyes – The Platters

  • A Sunday Kind of Love – Etta James

  • Autumn in New York – Billie Holiday

1970s Acoustic:

  • California – Joni Mitchell

  • River – Joni Mitchell

  • Beautiful – Carole King

  • It’s Too Late – Carole King

 

SINGER< GUITAR, PIANO

Chiara Izzi

An Award-Winning Voice Redefining the International Jazz Scene

Chiara Izzi is one of the most prominent vocalists on the international music scene. Since relocating to New York City, she has quickly established herself as one of the city’s most sought-after voices. Her move followed a definitive career milestone: winning First Prize for Best Vocal Performance at the prestigious Montreux Jazz Festival International Competition, awarded by the legendary Quincy Jones.

Known for her refined fusion of jazz traditions and contemporary styles, Chiara’s artistry is enriched by her Italian heritage and a deep connection to Brazilian music. As a prolific singer-songwriter and composer, her work has garnered significant acclaim; her composition, “Circles of the Mind,” was awarded Best Jazz with Vocals at the 2020 Independent Music Awards.

Chiara’s discography showcases her linguistic and stylistic range. Her latest releases include Live In Bremen (Dot Time Records, 2022), which embodies a classical richness through her unique blending of lyrics and languages, and Across The Sea (Jando, 2019), a highly regarded collaborative project with pianist Kevin Hays.

She has performed at some of the world’s most iconic venues, including Birdland Jazz Club, The Kennedy Center, and Jazz Aspen Snowmass. Critics have been unanimous in their praise, with All About Jazz calling her “a force of nature” and Jazz Times describing her as “a talent to be heard, admired, and anticipated.”

Sample Song List:

🎵 After You’ve Gone – Ella Fitzgerald / Marion Harris

🎵 At Last – Etta James

🎵 All of Me – Billie Holiday / Frank Sinatra

🎵 Autumn Leaves – Nat King Cole / Edith Piaf

🎵 Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered – Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Body and Soul – Coleman Hawkins / Tony Bennett

🎵 Blue Monk – Thelonious Monk

🎵 Blue Skies – Irving Berlin / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 But Not for Me – Judy Garland / Chet Baker

🎵 Cheek to Cheek – Fred Astaire / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Cherokee – Charlie Parker

🎵 East of the Sun (and West of the Moon) – Frank Sinatra

🎵 Easy to Love – Cole Porter / Billie Holiday

🎵 Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

🎵 For Once in My Life – Stevie Wonder / Tony Bennett

🎵 How Deep Is the Ocean – Irving Berlin / Diana Krall

🎵 Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps (Quizás, Quizás, Quizás) – Doris Day

🎵 It’s All Right with Me – Cole Porter / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 I’ve Got You Under My Skin – Frank Sinatra

🎵 Georgia on My Mind – Ray Charles

🎵 Honeysuckle Rose – Fats Waller

🎵 I Concentrate on You – Cole Porter / Frank Sinatra

🎵 It Could Happen to You – Chet Baker

🎵 I’ll Be Seeing You – Billie Holiday / Bing Crosby

🎵 It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) – Duke Ellington

🎵 I Get a Kick Out of You – Frank Sinatra / Ethel Merman

🎵 I Can’t Give You Anything but Love – Adelaide Hall / Louis Armstrong

🎵 L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole

🎵 Moon River – Audrey Hepburn / Andy Williams

🎵 My Favorite Things – Julie Andrews / John Coltrane

🎵 Night and Day – Cole Porter / Frank Sinatra

🎵 Just One of Those Things – Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland

🎵 On the Sunny Side of the Street – Louis Armstrong

🎵 Tea for Two – Doris Day

🎵 The Preacher – Horace Silver

🎵 They Can’t Take That Away from Me – Fred Astaire / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 The Nearness of You – Norah Jones / Hoagy Carmichael

🎵 There Will Never Be Another You – Nat King Cole / Chet Baker

🎵 The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra

Portuguese (Bossa Nova / Samba)
🎵 Água de Beber – Antônio Carlos Jobim

🎵 Brigas Nunca Mais – Stan Getz / Astrud Gilberto

🎵 Doralice – João Gilberto

🎵 Chega de Saudade – João Gilberto

🎵 Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars) – Antônio Carlos Jobim

🎵 Desafinado – Stan Getz / João Gilberto

🎵 Estate – João Gilberto / Bruno Martino

🎵 Flor de Lis – Djavan

🎵 Fotografia – Antônio Carlos Jobim

🎵 The Girl from Ipanema – Stan Getz / Astrud Gilberto

🎵 One Note Samba (Samba de Uma Nota Só) – Antônio Carlos Jobim

🎵 Só Danço Samba – Stan Getz / João Gilberto

🎵 O Pato – João Gilberto

🎵 Rosa Morena – João Gilberto

🎵 Summer Samba (Samba de Verão) – Marcos Valle

🎵 Triste – Antônio Carlos Jobim

🎵 Wave – Antônio Carlos Jobim

Spanish
🎵 Bésame Mucho – Consuelo Velázquez / Lucho Gatica

🎵 Oye Como Va – Santana / Tito Puente

🎵 Dos Gardenias – Buena Vista Social Club / Isolina Carrillo

🎵 El Cuarto de Tula – Buena Vista Social Club

🎵 Historia de un Amor – Luis Miguel / Guadalupe Pineda

🎵 Perfidia – Alberto Domínguez / Nat King Cole

🎵 Quizás, Quizás, Quizás (Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps) – Nat King Cole / Celia Cruz

🎵 Gracias a la Vida – Violeta Parra / Mercedes Sosa

🎵 Veinte Años – Buena Vista Social Club / Omara Portuondo

🎵 Alfonsina y el Mar – Mercedes Sosa

Italian
🎵 Amore Fermati – Fred Bongusto

🎵 Attenti al Lupo – Lucio Dalla

🎵 Caruso – Lucio Dalla / Andrea Bocelli

🎵 Dubbi Non Ho – Pino Daniele

🎵 E la Chiamano Estate – Bruno Martino

🎵 Estate – Bruno Martino / Mia Martini

🎵 E se Domani – Mina

🎵 Grande, Grande, Grande – Mina

🎵 Il Cielo in una Stanza – Gino Paoli / Mina

🎵 Io So Che Ti Amerò – Ornella Vanoni

🎵 La Voglia, la Pazzia, l’Incoscienza, l’Allegria – Ornella Vanoni / Toquinho

🎵 Ma l’Amore No – Alida Valli

🎵 Nessuno Ti Giuro Nessuno – Caterina Caselli

🎵 Parole Parole – Mina & Alberto Lupo

🎵 Parlami d’Amore Mariù – Vittorio De Sica

🎵 Pregherò (Stand By Me) – Adriano Celentano

🎵 Roma Nun Fa’ la Stupida Stasera – Lando Fiorini / Nino Manfredi

🎵 Quando, Quando, Quando – Tony Renis / Michael Bublé

🎵 Senza Fine – Gino Paoli / Ornella Vanoni

🎵 Se Stasera Sono Qui – Luigi Tenco

🎵 Tornerai (J’attendrai) – Dalida

🎵 Tu sì ‘na Cosa Grande – Domenico Modugno

🎵 Via con Me – Paolo Conte

🎵 Volare (Nel Blu Dipinto di Blu) – Domenico Modugno

🎵 Tristezza (Per Favore Va’ Via) – Ornella Vanoni

🎵 Un’ora Sola Ti Vorrei – Ornella Vanoni / The Showmen

🎵 Una Lunga Storia d’Amore – Gino Paoli

🎵 Un’estate Fa – Franco Califano

🎵 Vorrei Che Fosse Amore – Mina

French
🎵 C’est si Bon – Eartha Kitt / Yves Montand

🎵 Les Feuilles Mortes (Autumn Leaves) – Yves Montand / Edith Piaf

🎵 J’attendrai (Tornerai) – Rina Ketty / Dalida

🎵 I Love Paris – Cole Porter / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 La Belle Vie (The Good Life) – Sacha Distel / Tony Bennett

🎵 La Mer (Beyond the Sea) – Charles Trenet / Bobby Darin

🎵 La Vie en Rose – Edith Piaf

🎵 La Javanaise – Serge Gainsbourg

🎵 Petite Fleur – Sidney Bechet

🎵 Que Reste-t-il de Nos Amours? (I Wish You Love) – Charles Trenet

🎵 Y’a d’la Joie – Charles Trenet

Popular
🎵 At Last – Etta James

🎵 Don’t You Worry ’bout a Thing – Stevie Wonder

🎵 Don’t Know Why – Norah Jones

🎵 Englishman in New York – Sting

🎵 For Once in My Life – Stevie Wonder

🎵 Fragile – Sting

🎵 Georgia on My Mind – Ray Charles

🎵 Hallelujah I Love Her So – Ray Charles

🎵 Here, There and Everywhere – The Beatles

🎵 Hit the Road Jack – Ray Charles

🎵 How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You) – James Taylor / Marvin Gaye

🎵 If I Ain’t Got You – Alicia Keys

🎵 I Say a Little Prayer – Aretha Franklin

🎵 I Just Want to Make Love to You – Etta James

🎵 Isn’t She Lovely – Stevie Wonder

🎵 Just the Two of Us – Bill Withers / Grover Washington, Jr.

🎵 Just the Way You Are – Billy Joel

🎵 Lately – Stevie Wonder

🎵 Louisiana Sunday Afternoon – Diane Schuur

🎵 Man in the Mirror – Michael Jackson

🎵 Maniac – Michael Sembello (from Flashdance)

🎵 On Broadway – George Benson

🎵 Part-Time Lover – Stevie Wonder

🎵 Street Life – Randy Crawford / The Crusaders

🎵 Sunny – Bobby Hebb

🎵 Secret O’ Life – James Taylor

🎵 Tears in Heaven – Eric Clapton

🎵 That’s What Friends Are For – Dionne Warwick

🎵 The Way You Make Me Feel – Michael Jackson

🎵 The Look of Love – Dusty Springfield / Burt Bacharach

🎵 What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

🎵 You’ve Got a Friend – Carole King / James Taylor

🎵 You Are the Sunshine of My Life – Stevie Wonder

Holiday
🎵 Christmas Time Is Here – Vince Guaraldi Trio

🎵 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas – Frank Sinatra / Judy Garland

🎵 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! – Dean Martin

🎵 My Favorite Things – Julie Andrews

🎵 Silent Night – Traditional / Bing Crosby

🎵 Sleigh Ride – The Ronettes / Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Santa Claus Is Coming to Town – Bing Crosby / Jackson 5

🎵 The Christmas Song – Nat King Cole

🎵 This Christmas – Donny Hathaway

🎵 What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve? – Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 White Christmas – Bing Crosby

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST, BANDS/ENSEMBLES

Christopher Hoyle (JCX Music)

Chris Covers All Eras of Songs, with Humor!

Chris is an animated performer who plays & sings hits from all time and genres, from Gershwin & Andrews Sisters, through the eras of Sinatra, Elvis, Beatles into the 70s, 80s to the present. He covers many tunes that people can sing along to, and provides humorous asides and brief pop music anecdotes that folks appreciate, re-visiting the vibes around the hits.

Sample Song List

  • Jailhouse RockElvis Presley

  • Fly Me to the MoonFrank Sinatra

  • Take Me Home, Country RoadsJohn Denver

  • Stand by MeBen E. King

  • FeverPeggy Lee

  • These Boots Are Made for Walkin’Nancy Sinatra

  • YesterdayThe Beatles

  • Let It Be MeThe Everly Brothers

  • The Way We WereBarbra Streisand

  • Moon RiverAndy Williams

  • Unchained MelodyThe Righteous Brothers

 

SINGER, GUITAR

David T Blair

Singer Guitarist Solo with Tracks 

He has been performing in resorts, hotels, casinos, restaurants and clubs for 30 years and has a wide repertoire from oldies to classic rock to Motown to pop and country.

Sample Song List

  • New York – Frank Sinatra

  • Suspicious Minds – Elvis Presley

  • The Lion Sleeps Tonight – The Tokens

  • Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters

  • Can’t Help Myself – The Four Tops

  • Celebration – Kool & the Gang

  • Country Roads – John Denver

  • Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash

  • Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

  • Your Song – Elton John

SINGER

Deb De Lucca

Female vocalist with a huge repertoire!

I am a full time professional singer who loves many genres of music. I bring my music tracks with me which allows me to cover music from big band to country to classic rock! I’m good with requests and ‘theme’ parties.

Sample Song List

  • Love and Marriage – Frank Sinatra

  • My Girl – The Temptations

  • Rock Around the Clock – Bill Haley & His Comets

  • That’s Amore – Dean Martin

  • Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters

  • Oh, Pretty Woman – Roy Orbison

  • You’re a Grand Old Flag – George M. Cohan

  • Hey, Good Lookin’ – Hank Williams Sr.

  • Love Will Keep Us Together – Captain & Tennille

  • Be My Baby – The Ronettes

CLARINET, ACCORDION, PERCUSSION, VOICE, KEYBOARD, MELODICA

Dena Ressler & T-Klez

Fine klezmer music played with spirit and love!

Rooted firmly in 19th and 20th century traditional klezmer (Eastern European Jewish) music repertoire with deep bows to Hasidic traditions, T-Klez plays a full gamut of tasty tunes. Their sound is singularly joyful and masterful. They are sure to include audience participation and sing-along pieces in concerts for seniors – and each piece or medley is accompanied by a brief historical or biographical introduction, which heightens the meaning of the selection.

Sample Song List:

  • Julinka – Waltz by Ray Musiker

  • Flatbush Waltz – By Andy Statman

  • Der Heyser Bulgar – By Naftule Brandwein

  • Tumbalalaika – Popular Yiddish folk song

  • Gasn Nign – A Romanian hora popularized by Brandwein and Max Epstein

  • Ety Chornye Glaza (“These Dark Eyes”) – Russian tango

  • Ikh Hob Dikh Tzufil Lib (“I Love You Too Much”) – Yiddish theater ballad

  • Belmonter Waltz, Hora, & Freylekhs – A 21st-century original suite

  • Zigaynisher – By Emil Kroiter (from Bessarabia, now in Haifa)

  • Hasidic Marches Suite

SINGER, GUITAR

Dennis Rogers

Smooth jazz R&B and gospel

I was signed to TK Disco Records in 1977, where I released two songs, It’s You Girl and Moon Ride, as the lead singer and songwriter. Both tracks can be found on YouTube under Universal Love. In 1978, I contributed to Barbara Mason’s album, I Am Your Woman, She Is Your Wife. I also worked with Dap Sugar Willie from North Philly on live projects for Philadelphia International Records. Additionally, I played guitar for the Philadelphia-based group, The Love Committee, during the seventies.

Sample Song List:

  • Drift Away – Dobie Gray
  • Stand By Me – Ben E. King
  • Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters
  • The Lion Sleeps Tonight – The Tokens
  • Unchained Melody – The Righteous Brothers
  • Lovely Day – Bill Withers
  • Celebration – Kool & The Gang

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

  • “The residents were dancing and having a great time. Dennis is very talented and professional.”
  • “He was very friendly with the residents and staff. Stayed engaged and asked for suggestions. Enjoyed by all. “
  • “He was PHENOMENAL!!!! 10 OUT OF 10!”
  • “Residents left me voicemails complimenting him and expressing their desire for him to return. They mentioned that he was friendly and talkative, and the staff also noted that he was talented.”

Band

Drew Nugent & the Midnight Society

The Midnight Society is Philly’s #1 source for classic Hot Jazz and Swing from the 1900s-1930s. Led by pianist, trumpeter, singer , multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire Drew Nugent (no relation), the band has been entertaining the masses for 15 years now. Dressed to the 9’s , Drew Nugent & the Midnight Society always bring a high energy, and a rollicking good time wherever they go. They will bring you a show you won’t soon forget.

 

 

VIOLIN

Eamon Dingle

Strings of Emotion

As a passionate musician with a heart for sharing joy through music, Eamon specializes in performing violin and guitar. With a repertoire that spans timeless classics and beloved melodies. He strives to leave each listener with a smile.

Sample Song List:

  • “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley

  • “Ashokan Farewell” – Jay Ungar

  • “Here Comes the Sun” – The Beatles

  • “Take the ‘A’ Train” – Duke Ellington

  • “La Bamba” – Ritchie Valens

  • “’O Sole Mio” – Traditional Italian

  • “Freylekhs” – Traditional Klezmer (Jewish)

  • “Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring” – Johann Sebastian Bach

  • “The Cliffs of Moher” – Traditional Irish Fiddle Tune

  • “Arkansas Traveler” – Traditional Country/Bluegrass

  • “I Want You Back” – The Jackson 5

DANCER

Edward Alligier

Bringing the Magic to Your Celebration | Premier Character Entertainment in New Jersey

We bring the magic to your celebration!

We specialize in party characters, including beloved children’s cartoon favorites, princess look-alikes, superhero entertainers, and mascot characters—perfect for meet-and-greets, birthday parties, and special events.

Our mission is to create unforgettable experiences for kids and families alike. Whether it’s a superhero-themed party, a royal princess visit, or a cozy sleepover celebration, we deliver the highest quality entertainment with professionalism and heart.

Based in New Jersey, we are proud to be your go-to destination for character entertainment, serving families locally and throughout the tri-state area. We’re open seven days a week and ready to make your next event truly magical and memorable.

SINGER

Elena Smith

Elena Smith | A Passionate Singer with Heart, Talent & Compassion

Elena Smith is a New York City– and Long Island–based actor, singer, dancer, and musician with experience across both stage and screen. She performs in a wide range of genres, including musical theatre, pop/rock, and jazz, and has extensive experience as a live vocalist with bands for weddings, events, and other performances.

Elena is a former member of The Fordham University Satin Dolls (an all-female a cappella group), Schola Cantorum (church choir), and several jazz ensembles as a featured vocalist. She is also the lead singer of the rock band Sam’s Last Dance.

Currently, Elena works with adults and seniors with special needs on Long Island, teaching Music & Movement, Sing & Sound, Fitness, Arts & Crafts, and Yoga & Meditation classes. While she is deeply passionate about music, she is even more dedicated to using her talents to bring joy, comfort, and peace to those around her—particularly populations that benefit from extra care and nurture, including senior citizens, children, and individuals with disabilities.

Elena fosters a supportive and encouraging environment in all of her classes and performances, leading with kindness, warmth, and compassion.

Sample Song List

🎵 Valerie — Amy Winehouse
🎵 Respect — Aretha Franklin
🎵 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman — Aretha Franklin
🎵 Yesterday — The Beatles
🎵 New York State of Mind — Billy Joel
🎵 Rhiannon — Fleetwood Mac
🎵 December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night) — The Four Seasons
🎵 Can’t Take My Eyes Off You — Frankie Valli
🎵 Good Times Bad Times — Led Zeppelin
🎵 Signed, Sealed, Delivered (I’m Yours) — Stevie Wonder
🎵 How Will I Know — Whitney Houston

VIOLIN

Francine Bloom

A Violinist For All Occasions

Francine Bloom, based in Manalapan, NJ, is active as a violinist throughout the state. She began her studies at an early age, eventually graduating with a Bachelor of Music in violin performance from the prestigious Jacobs School of Music at Indiana University, Bloomington. She performs regularly with Boheme Opera NJ, New Jersey Capital Philharmonic, Riverside Symphonia, and Bravura Philharmonic. Additionally, Francine works with Ceremonious Strings and Romanza Music as a chamber musician, playing as either a soloist or ensemble member. Francine maintains an active private teaching studio for all ages, having coached many students into prominent youth orchestras.

Sample Song List:

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
  • All of Me – John Legend
  • The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra
  • All I Ask of You – Andrew Lloyd Webber (Phantom of the Opera)
  • A Thousand Years – Christina Perri
  • Eine Kleine Nachtmusik – Mozart
  • Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli
  • Can You Feel the Love Tonight – Elton John

SINGER, GUITAR, DUO

Front Porch Swing

Introducing FRONT PORCH SWING: A dynamic musical duo with 25 years of shared expertise. John and Beth blend gorgeous vocal harmonies, acoustic guitars, banjo, mandolin, and ukulele to create lively and thoughtful duets. Their repertoire spans Western Swing, American Songbook Standards, Tin Pan Alley, and 50s/60s pop, offering a diverse, lighthearted, and informative musical experience. Join them on a nostalgic journey through the heart of Americana!

🎶 Front Porch Swing Songs

From the 1930s:

  • Ain’t She Sweet – Milton Ager & Jack Yellen (popularized by Gene Austin, later by The Beatles)

  • Bye Bye Blues – Bert Lown (instrumental versions by Les Paul & Mary Ford)

  • Lady Be Good – George & Ira Gershwin (popular version by Ella Fitzgerald)

  • All of Me – Billie Holiday / Louis Armstrong

  • Dream a Little Dream of Me – Ozzie Nelson / Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong / The Mamas & The Papas

  • It’s Only a Paper Moon – Nat King Cole / Ella Fitzgerald

From the 1940s:

  • Sentimental Journey – Doris Day with Les Brown & His Band of Renown

  • I’m Beginning to See the Light – Duke Ellington / Ella Fitzgerald

  • Glow Worm – The Mills Brothers

  • Bei Mir Bist Du Schön – The Andrews Sisters

From the 1950s:

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

  • Sway – Dean Martin

  • Hey Good Lookin’ – Hank Williams

  • Tennessee Waltz – Patti Page

  • You Don’t Matter Anymore – Buddy Holly (Note: Correct title is “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore”)

From the 1960s:

  • L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole

  • Blame It on the Bossa Nova – Eydie Gormé

  • Till There Was You – Meredith Willson (from The Music Man, covered by The Beatles)

  • Me and Bobby McGee – Kris Kristofferson / Janis Joplin

  • Silver Threads and Golden Needles – Wanda Jackson / The Springfields / Linda Ronstadt

Miscellaneous:

  • Cowboy Songs – (e.g., Home on the Range, Back in the Saddle Again – Gene Autry)

  • Folk Favorites – (e.g., This Land Is Your Land – Woody Guthrie, If I Had a Hammer – Pete Seeger)

  • Bluegrass – (e.g., Rocky Top – The Osborne Brothers, Foggy Mountain Breakdown – Earl Scruggs)

  • Mummers – (Philadelphia string band-style tunes)

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

  • “Residents were especially in awe of Front Porch Swing. Several of them said they were the best we’ve ever had in the building, and even more were urging me to bring them back. Thank you so much for connecting us with them. They brought our residents so much joy!”
  • “Front Porch Swing was very good. They arrived on time, set up in time, and had a very nice selection of holiday tunes. I could tell they enjoyed playing for the large audience that we had here on Friday that evening. They even wore festive holiday themed outfits.”

SINGER, PIANO, BASS TRIO

Greg Sunderland Trio

American songbook trio

Greg Sunderland Trio has recorded and performed with Lauryn Hill, Billy Corgan, Matt Sweeney, Chavez, Joshua Redman, Vic Juris, the Fox News Network theme song, and many more. Keyboardist Mark Mitchell has recorded and performed with Luther Vandros, Regina Bell, Stevie Wonder and many others. Bassist David Kingsnorth is a member of the Elliott Zigmund group and is on the faculty of the Montclair State music program.

Sample Song List:
Imagine (John Lennon)
I left My Heart In San Francisco (Tony Bennett)
My Way (Frank Sinatra)
Sunny Side of the Street(Louis Armstrong)
Crazy (Willie Nelson)
New York, New York (Frank Sinatra)
Fools Rush In (Elvis)
Yesterday (the Beatles)
Moon River (Andy Williams)
Wonder Wall (Oasis)

SINGER, GUITAR

Gregory Schwemler

Little guy, huge Fun!

A wonderful mix of music, stories and humor, Greg breaks the fourth wall down and welcomes his audience into the experience.

Sample Song List:

  • Elvis PresleyCan’t Help Falling in Love

  • Simon & GarfunkelMrs. Robinson

  • EaglesDesperado

  • BreadMake It with You

  • James TaylorFire and Rain

  • The DriftersUnder the Boardwalk

  • Les Misérables (Musical)I Dreamed a Dream

  • AmericaA Horse with No Name

  • Bill Haley & His CometsRock Around the Clock

  • Jerry Jeff WalkerMr. Bojangles

 

SINGER, KEYBOARD

Hank Machuga

Meet Hank – The Piano Man with Heart, Humor, and Timeless Tunes

Hank is a talented piano player and singer who loves performing a wide variety of music, including songs by Sinatra, James Taylor, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Bruce Springsteen, and Jimmy Buffett, as well as favorites from the ’50s and ’60s. Known for his light-hearted humor and engaging presence, Hank brings spontaneity and joy to every performance.

🎵 Sample Song List:

“Fly Me to the Moon” – Frank Sinatra
“What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
“L-O-V-E” – Nat King Cole
“All My Loving” – The Beatles
“You’ve Got a Friend” – James Taylor
“Margaritaville” – Jimmy Buffett
“Drift Away” – Dobie Gray
“You Send Me” – Sam Cooke
“Blueberry Hill” – Fats Domino
“God Bless the U.S.A.” – Lee Greenwood
“Summer Wind” – Frank Sinatra
“Sweet Caroline” – Neil Diamond

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

“I got fantastic feedback about Hank. Everyone had a blast and were very much involved throughout the performance.”

“I got some nice feedback about Hank! We would like to have him back !”

 

SINGER, PIANO

Harrison Strunk

🎶 Elevate Your Event with Harry Strunk Music — The Ultimate One-Man Band Experience!

Looking for the perfect musical entertainment for your next event? Look no further than Harry Strunk Music! Harry is a talented one-man band and singing pianist who brings classic hits to life at any occasion.

With a passion for iconic artists like The Beatles, Elton John, The Eagles, and Billy Joel, Harry’s performances never fail to impress. His love for all genres shines through in his soulful voice and exceptional musicianship. Whether you’re ready to rock out, sway to the blues, or groove to contemporary hits, Harry offers something for every audience.

Harry’s musical talent has been recognized since high school, earning him scholarships to prestigious music programs such as Berklee College of Music and Jazz House Kids. He recently graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Music in Performance from William Paterson University. He has performed at venues across the East Coast and shared the stage with renowned artists including Glenn Burtnik and Ledisi.

Book Harry Strunk Music for your next event and give your guests an unforgettable musical experience. With his remarkable skills and captivating performances, Harry is sure to leave your audience wanting more.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Billy Joel – “Piano Man”
🎵 Elton John – “Rocket Man”
🎵 John Denver – “Take Me Home, Country Roads”
🎵 Louis Armstrong – “What a Wonderful World”
🎵 Seal – “Kiss from a Rose”
🎵 Stevie Ray Vaughan – “Look at Little Sister”
🎵 Blind Faith – “Can’t Find My Way Home”
🎵 Bob Marley – “Redemption Song”
🎵 John Legend – “Say”
🎵 Paul McCartney – “My Love”
🎵 Procol Harum – “A Whiter Shade of Pale”
🎵 The Beatles – “All My Loving”
🎵 The Rolling Stones – “Ruby Tuesday”
🎵 U2 – “I Still Haven’t Found What I’m Looking For”

LECTURER

Helena Swanicke

As a dedicated professor with over 30 years of experience teaching undergraduates and
contributing to college committees, I strive to inspire and engage an audience deeply with literature,
film, and art. I emphasize critical thinking and encourage meaningful analysis through innovative
teaching methods. My strong communication skills and enthusiasm have been consistently
praised in classroom evaluations conducted by the English Department Chairs. I have been a
member of the Raritan Valley Community College Board of Trustees since October 2019.

EDUCATION
• D.Litt. Degree, Drew University, Madison, NJ, May 2016
• M.Litt. Degree, Drew University, Madison, NJ, May 2003
• M.A. Degree, Concordia University, River Forest, IL, May 1987
• B.S. Degree, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ, 1976
• Additional graduate courses from DePaul University in Chicago, IL and Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ

SINGER, PIANO

Holly Gash

Holly Gash | International Soprano & Versatile Vocal Artist

International soprano Holly Gash has graced stages throughout Central America, the United States, and Italy, performing more than 30 leading roles in operas and musicals since 2003. Her favorite roles include Tosca, Madama Butterfly, several Verdi heroines, and Norma Desmond in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard.

Over the past decade, much of Ms. Gash’s work has been centered in the Philadelphia and Bucks County areas, where she has appeared in operas and concerts and performed as a featured soloist with various regional symphonies. In 2024, she relocated from Yardley to New York City to expand her performance opportunities and broaden her repertoire into jazz.

Ms. Gash holds undergraduate degrees in Music Therapy and Clarinet Performance, as well as a Master’s degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Arkansas.

Sample Song List

🎵 It Never Was You — Kurt Weill
🎵 Deep River — Traditional Spiritual
🎵 As If We Never Said Goodbye — Andrew Lloyd Webber
🎵 Youkali — Kurt Weill
🎵 Siete Canciones Populares Españolas — Manuel de Falla
🎵 Ride On, King Jesus — Traditional Spiritual
🎵 I Want Magic — Cy Coleman
🎵 My Day — R. Nathaniel Dett
🎵 Bésame Mucho — Consuelo Velázquez
🎵 Let There Be Love — Sammy Cahn & Ian Grant

SINGER

Ingrid Gibson

Ingrid Gibson | A One-Woman Tribute to Jazz, Pop & Soul Divas

Vocalist Ingrid Gibson presents a one-woman tribute to the great jazz and pop crooners of the past 100 years. A young and exceptionally talented jazz, pop, and soul singer, Ingrid captures the essence of—and pays homage to—legendary voices ranging from Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan to contemporary icons such as Adele, Amy Winehouse, and Carole King—along with many other great singers of yesterday and today.

Through her artistry, soulful voice, and extraordinary musicianship, Ingrid guides listeners through the emotional depth of each song, honoring the original artists and songwriters exactly as they intended.

Sample Song List

🎵 Fever — Peggy Lee
🎵 They Can’t Take That Away from Me — Ella Fitzgerald
🎵 Moondance — Van Morrison
🎵 Blue Skies — Ella Fitzgerald
🎵 Lovefool — The Cardigans
🎵 My Baby Just Cares for Me — Nina Simone
🎵 This Magic Moment — The Drifters
🎵 Social Call — Betty Carter
🎵 Lose Control — Teddy Swims
🎵 Summertime — Ella Fitzgerald
🎵 I Feel Pretty — Leonard Bernstein
🎵 Can’t Help Falling in Love — Elvis Presley
🎵 Someone Like You — Adele
🎵 Back to Black — Amy Winehouse
🎵 Vienna — Billy Joel
🎵 Goodbye Yellow Brick Road — Elton John
🎵 Feeling Good — Nina Simone
🎵 Darn That Dream — Ella Fitzgerald
🎵 Misty — Erroll Garner
🎵 You Don’t Know What Love Is — Billie Holiday
🎵 Cheek to Cheek — Ella Fitzgerald
🎵 Cry Me a River — Julie London

SINGER, VIOLIN, PIANO, GUITAR, VIOLA, CELLO

Jade Anaiah Wesley

A Voice and her Violin

Jade Wesley is a vocalist and violinist who excels in a variety of musical styles. She creates a warm and engaging atmosphere for all audiences. Wesley tailors each performance to suit the preferences of her listeners, providing a personal touch that enhances emotional well-being and fosters connection. Whether performing in senior living homes or at private events, her music sparks joy, evokes memories, and uplifts spirits, making her an ideal choice for enriching the lives of older adults.

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

✨ “Jade was wonderful. The residents loved her, and we would love to have her back at any time.”

✨ “The residents really loved Jade; she was very interactive with them.”

✨ “She is amazing!”

✨ “First let me give you guys a huge thank you for your recommendation of Jade for our pre-Mother’s Day event. She was absolutely phenomenal and just simply perfect for the event so thank you guys tremendously for that referral. ”

Sample Song List:

  • Etta James – At Last

  • Neil Diamond – Sweet Caroline

  • Ben E. King – Stand by Me

  • Tina Turner – Proud Mary

  • Ray Charles – Georgia on My Mind

  • Elvis Presley – Can’t Help Falling in Love with You

  • Frankie Valli – Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You

  • Bill Withers – Lovely Day

  • Frank Sinatra – My Way

  • Frank Sinatra – New York, New York

SINGER

Jason Wingerter The Blue-Eyed Balladeer

A One-Man Show Performing Your Favorite Crooner Songs From Yesteryear…

With professional equipment and over 30 years of experience, The Blue-Eyed Balladeer brings his versatility and showmanship to any and all of his performances. Equipped with a vast cover song catalogue, The Blue-Eyed Balladeer is sure to make any event a memorable experience.

Sample Song List:

  • Summer Wind – Frank Sinatra

  • The Way You Look Tonight – Frank Sinatra

  • Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin

  • Roses Are Red (My Love) – Bobby Vinton

  • After the Lovin’ – Engelbert Humperdinck

  • Spanish Eyes – Engelbert Humperdinck

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love with You – Elvis Presley

  • Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

  • Everybody Loves Somebody – Dean Martin

  • L-O-V-E – Nat King Cole

  • Unforgettable – Nat King Cole & Natalie Cole

  • Quando, Quando, Quando – Engelbert Humperdinck

  • King of the Road – Roger Miller

  • Strangers in the Night – Frank Sinatra

  • Beyond the Sea – Bobby Darin

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

  • Great entertainer residents loved him”
  • He was great as always :)”
  • This is the second time we had Jason perform for us the community just loves his performance he receives 10 across the board!”
  • As usual….OUTSTANDING! The residents even made us go up to him at the end and tell him how much they enjoyed it and that he is a “keeper”. We had one memory care resident that gave him the biggest hug and she did not want to let him go…he sang with her around his neck….so cute. I’ll send pics. We love him.”
  • One of the best entertainers we had so far”
  • We’d love to have him back here with our residents!”
  • “The residents really enjoyed it. Thank you!”
  • “We just recently had Jason Wingerter perform and the residents LOVED him!”

 

SINGER, PIANO

JC Keys 

Solo piano player who plays all kinds of music.

JCKeys Pianoman, a veteran of the music scene for over 30 years. Has played in some of the most important venues in the tristate area with many of the areas great musicians as well as Biz Markie, Lisa Lisa ,Solange Knowles , Rob Base just to name a few. JC has a very successful Elton John Tribute band (JC and the crocodiles. Plays many cocktail, Corporate and private events throughout the tristate.

Sample Song List:

  • “Piano Man” – Billy Joel

  • “Don’t Ask Me Why” – Billy Joel

  • “The Way You Look Tonight” – Frank Sinatra

  • “Summer Wind” – Frank Sinatra

  • “Great Balls of Fire” – Jerry Lee Lewis

  • “Tiny Dancer” – Elton John

  • “Crocodile Rock” – Elton John

  • “Can’t Smile Without You” – Barry Manilow

  • “Easy” – Lionel Richie

  • “Sailing” – Christopher Cross

  • “Escape (The Piña Colada Song)” – Rupert Holmes

  • “Under the Boardwalk” – The Drifters

 

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Jeff DeSmedt (Big Jeff)

Friendly sing along that take you back in time!
They call him “Big Jeff” because he’s six feet six inches tall. As an award-winning full-time family entertainer, he knows how to engage audiences from the ground up! Jeff sings with a friendly folky vibe, sometimes he croons like Bing Crosby. He brings along a guitar, harmonica, ukulele and a few other musical knick knacks. He plays an assortment of golden oldies from “You are My Sunshine” to “Sweet Caroline.” He often passes out percussion instruments. It’s always a joy to see these audiences light up, shake a tambourine, and sing along!

Sample Song List:

  • “Red River Valley”
  • “Margaritaville” – Jimmy Buffett
  • “Waltzing Matilda”
  • “Country Roads” – John Denver
  • “Hey, Good-Lookin'” – Hank Williams
  • “My Favorite Things” – John Coltrane
  • “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
  • “Blue Suede Shoes” – Elvis Presley
  • “Irene Goodnight”

Singer, Tribute Artist

Jeff Krick Jr.

At only 26 Years Old, Jeff Krick, Jr. is one of the most successful and endearing “Elvis Tribute Artists” in the country. In 2016, at only 19, Jeff placed as high as #6 in the entire world at the prestigious “Ultimate Elvis Tribute Contest” and in the Top 10 at the “Images of the King Contest” in Elvis’ hometown of Memphis. Jeff comes from a very musical family. Hailing from Reading PA, Jeff began singing before he was able to talk and has been performing professionally since age 16. Jeff not only has THE LOOK but also THE SOUND.

🎶 Sample Song List: Elvis Presley Favorites & Gospel Classics

  • Don’t Be Cruel

  • Hound Dog

  • Heartbreak Hotel

  • Love Me Tender

  • (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear

  • Blue Suede Shoes

  • That’s All Right, Mama

  • How Great Thou Art

  • Amazing Grace

  • Peace in the Valley

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

“Just let me tell you — Jeff was worth the wait! He was fabulous!”

“The residents really enjoyed Jeff’s performance last night. I’d love to schedule him for our “Cruise to Hawaii” week.”

LECTURER

Jesse Pudles

Jesse Pudles – CEO, Culture Shaper, and Storytelling Advocate

Jesse Pudles is a CEO, culture shaper, and speaker who makes theatre and storytelling accessible to all through meaningful, memorable experiences. As the founder of SpotCorp Events, Jesse has collaborated with teams across various industries, helping leaders and employees discover the power of play and storytelling to transform community culture and enhance psychological safety.

Recently, Jesse developed a program that empowers seniors to use their own stories and turn them into creative, meaningful expressions—most notably through programming for Sunrise Senior Living. He was also a featured speaker for the National Aging in Place Council, where he shared insights on creativity, connection, and well-being among seniors.

Jesse’s goal with every talk is to leave audiences not only inspired but also equipped with practical tools to help seniors feel less isolated, engage in artistic expression that can support cognitive health, and remind them that their voices and stories truly matter.

SINGER, GUITAR

Jo Wymer (The Jo Wymer Trio)

Award Wining, Grammy Balloted Performer & Songwriter

Jo Wymer currently hails from Freehold, New Jersey.  Jo is a two-time JAM AWARD winner, a two-time AMA award winner, and a two-time NAPW WOMAN OF THE YEAR award winner (2013 and 2014). Two time Grammy balloted singer/songwriter.

Jo’s most recent project was produced by two-time Grammy WINNER Marc Swersky.

Jo’s music can be heard on Spotify and over 250+ terrestrial radio stations across the U.S., UK, and Belgium. Her original music has been heard on national TV shows such as; SONS OF ANARCHY, THE AFFAIR, THE 100, REIGN, HARLOTS, ROOKIE BLUE, TRUE BLOOD and FOX NACSAR Sunday.

Sample Song List:

  • Peggy LeeFever

  • Diana KrallCry Me A River, Route 66

  • Lady GagaShallow, Poker Face

  • Marvin GayeLet’s Get It On, Sexual Healing, What’s Going On

  • Bob SegerOld Time Rock and Roll, Night Moves, Hollywood Nights

  • Chris StapletonTennessee Whiskey, I Probably Should Leave, White Horse

  • Bruno MarsCount On Me, Locked Out of Heaven, Marry You

  • Aretha Franklin(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman, Chain of Fools, Respect

  • Dolly Parton9 to 5, Jolene

  • Tom PettyMary Jane’s Last Dance, Wildflowers

  • Miley CyrusFlowers

  • Billy JoelOnly the Good Die Young, New York State of Mind, Vienna

 

SINGER, PIANO, GUITAR

Joe Cahill

A singer songwriter who specializes in jazz piano

He is an award-winning composer, director, pianist, and singer based in New York City. His music is versatile and spans multiple genres including jazz, hip-hop, electronic, orchestral, and musical theatre. He takes new and old

Sample Song List:
New York State of Mind – Billy Joel
Kill Bill (Jazz adaptation) – SZA
Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash
Saturday in the Park – Chicago
My Girl – The Temptations
Rocket Man – Elton John
Drops of Jupiter – Train
Sunday Morning – Maroon 5
Valerie – Amy Winehouse
Lovely Day – Bill Withers
Sympathy for the Devil – Rolling Stones

SINGER, PIANO

John Creighton

🎶 Timeless Tunes & Heartfelt Grooves: The Music of John 🎶

A lifelong musician and educator, John brings decades of experience and a deep love for classic music to every performance. Having toured across the U.S. as a musician and formally studied music, he combines professional skill with genuine warmth and connection. With over 20 years of experience on piano and 19 years on guitar, John writes, records, and performs music that spans generations.

Currently performing with local cover acts throughout New Jersey, he specializes in classic rock, blues, soul, R&B, and oldies—songs that bring back cherished memories and get everyone singing along. Perfect for senior communities and special events, John’s shows are filled with familiar favorites, heartfelt stories, and the joy of live music that never goes out of style.

Sample Song List:

🎵 “L-O-V-E” – Nat King Cole
🎵 “What a Wonderful World” – Louis Armstrong
🎵 “Just the Way You Are” – Billy Joel
🎵 “Lean on Me” – Bill Withers
🎵 “Stand by Me” – Ben E. King
🎵 “Isn’t She Lovely” – Stevie Wonder
🎵 “A Change Is Gonna Come” – Sam Cooke
🎵 “You’ve Got a Friend in Me” – Randy Newman
🎵 “Can’t Help Falling in Love” – Elvis Presley
🎵 “The Long and Winding Road” – The Beatles

 

SINGER, PERCUSSION, GUITAR

Joshua Van Ness

Multi-instrumentalist Joshua Van Ness, is both the working man’s musician available for nearly all types of events & recording sessions and a true indie spirit, constantly pushing for the next creative level. His voice has a soulful, raspy quality. Behind the drums, Joshua’s feel echoes of the classics from decades ago, yet is driven by a desire to stay ahead of the trends. When on guitar, Van Ness employs a song first mentality, fortified by a strong sense of rhythm.

Versatility has been the key to Joshua’s success. “A combination of touring, recording sessions (Top class studios and garages) and even gigging in the local scene has taught me how to play for the song as well as how to read an audience,”explains Joshua. I feel very comfortable in almost any situation”.

Sample Song List:
Various percussion rhythms, styles and Patterns.

As a singer /guitarist:
You Never Can Tell- Chuck Berry
Don’t be cruel-Elvis Presley
The way you look tonight-Frank Sinatra
Into the mystic -Van Morrison
Folsom County Blues-Johnny Cash
Fine and mellow – Billie Holiday
Kiss-Prince
Take me Home Country Roads-John Denver
The wind Cries Mary-Jimi Hendrix
Hard to Handle-Ottis Reading

 

SINGER, GUITAR

JT Rooney

Playing Your Favorites and More

JT Rooney has been performing publicly for more than 25 years and is proud to be recognized in NJ as Hunterdon Happenings’ “2018 Most Happening Entertainer.”

JT’s distinct vocals and guitar versatility, combined with his passion for live performance, eclectic repertoire, and commitment to promoting positivity, create a truly unique musical experience.

His repertoire features over 500 cover songs, spanning from the 1940s to the present.

Sample Song List:

  • Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra
  • Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
  • Norwegian Wood – The Beatles
  • Perfect – Ed Sheeran
  • Tennessee Whiskey – Chris Stapleton
  • On the Road Again – Willie Nelson
  • Believe – Cher
  • Wagon Wheel – Darius Rucker
  • Just My Imagination – The Temptations
  • Dancing in the Moonlight – King Harvest
  • I Got a Name – Jim Croce

SINGER, STEEL DRUMS

Justin Derman

Performing many genres and styles of music.

Whether performing solo or as a duo, this act blends smooth vocals with the vibrant sounds of steel drums to create an engaging musical experience. Covering a wide range of genres – from tropical favorites to classic pop and soul – the performance connects with audiences through lively music and information about the artists behind the songs.

Sample Song List:

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

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

  • And I Love Her – The Beatles

  • You Are the Sunshine of My Life – Stevie Wonder

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

  • Moondance – Van Morrison

  • The Girl from Ipanema – Antônio Carlos Jobim (popularized by Stan Getz & Astrud Gilberto)

  • Jump in the Line (Shake, Senora) – Harry Belafonte

  • Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton

  • Volcano – Jimmy Buffett

HARPIST

Karen Stern

Harp Music – Elegant and Unique, Captivating!

Karen Stern is an active freelance harpist in the New York and Philadelphia metropolitan areas. She enjoys providing beautiful music in a variety of settings, from featured soloist at libraries and churches, to chamber musician, symphony harpist and cruise ship entertainer. Music has been a lifelong passion for Ms. Stern, who began harp at 7 years old. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Boston University and a Master of Music degree from Manhattan School of Music.

🎶 Sample Song List

  • Night and Day – Cole Porter

  • Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

  • Love Is Here to Stay – George & Ira Gershwin

  • Over the Rainbowfrom The Wizard of Oz

  • My Favorite Thingsfrom The Sound of Music

  • All I Ask of Youfrom The Phantom of the Opera

  • Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

  • Danny Boy – Irish Traditional

  • Clair de Lune – Claude Debussy

  • Moonlight Sonata – Ludwig van Beethoven

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

  • “Karen Stern was great.”
  • “She was wonderful! So friendly to everyone and the music was beautiful! Everyone raved about her afterwards.”
  • “The harpist was a huge success they want her back!!”

 

Vocalist

Karina Gonzalez

My name is Karina Gonzalez and I am a singer entertainer in North Jersey. I have been performing in cover bands and in tribute bands in the tri-state area for the past 25 years.
I started off 25 years ago as a choreographer singer for a ’70s tribute band called Polyester. I later went on to start my own band Lip Service with my business partner David Blair. We ran that dance band for 20 years and played all over New Jersey including Atlantic City and New York City. After the pandemic we have regrouped and come up with good vibes only.

We have the entire Frank Sinatra collection. We also have a lot of sixties and ’70s music.

SINGER, GUITAR

Kevin McGowan

A one man band of wonderful musical memories

Kevin McGowan is a singer/songwriter who regularly performs at senior care facilities throughout NJ. He covers a wide range of music from the 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond as well as Irish music and patriotic music. Music that the residents can sing along with and help them to reconnect with fond memories of their past. He talks about the songs he performs and regularly discusses little known facts about the song or performer. He can genuinely connect with the folks and always enjoys the time he spends performing for them and talking to them.

Sample Song List:

  • It’s Now or Never – Elvis Presley

  • Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da – The Beatles

  • Runaround Sue – Dion

  • Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

  • Under the Boardwalk – The Drifters

  • You Are My Sunshine – Traditional

  • God Bless the USA – Lee Greenwood

  • Sherry – The Four Seasons

  • Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

  • Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin

SINGER, DJ

Lina Fiscardi

Lively, engaging, carefully planned, and perfectly suited for the audience.

Lina is a graduate of the renowned Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and has been performing for over 17 years. She is multilingual, fluent in both Italian and Spanish.

Sample Song List:

  • Sway – Dean Martin / Michael Bublé

  • My Prayer – The Platters

  • Summer Wind – Frank Sinatra

  • All the Way – Frank Sinatra

  • We Are Family – Sister Sledge

  • Car Wash – Rose Royce

  • I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor

  • Let’s Get Loud – Jennifer Lopez

  • Bésame Mucho – Consuelo Velázquez

Singer, Guitar

Lindsay Jordan

Soothing, relaxing, nostalgic song choices

Lindsay Jordan captures the ears and hearts of her listeners with her soothing vocals, nostalgic song choices, and warming energy. Growing up in Kendall Park NJ, Lindsay found her love for music at a young age from her family of musicians. Singing and performing since age 6, learning to play the guitar at age 13, and becoming a full-time working singer-songwriter by age 21.

Sample Song List
Sway- Dean Martin
Can’t Help Falling in Love- Elvis
Angel from Montgomery- Bonnie Raitt
Ob La Di Ob La Da- The Beatles
My Girl- The Temptations
Hit the Road Jack- Ray Charles
I’ve Got a Woman- Ray Charles
Leaving on a Jet Plane- John Denver
Annie’s Song- John Denver
This Little Light of Mine
Somewhere Over the Rainbow- Judy Garland

SINGER

Lisa Kobin

Female singer singing familiar songs of many genres

Lisa Kobin is a singer who has sung for events all around New York City and the tri-state area as a front line singer with bands & as a solo singer in clubs, restaurants & lots of piano bars. She sings the National & Canadian anthems for NHL games, minor league baseball, festivals, naturalization ceremonies, races & other events. She has sung our United States anthem for Governor Phil Murphy, Congressman Thomas Kean Jr., Congressman Leonard Lance, Congressman Tom Malinowski & many other public officials. Two of her holiday songs & two other songs she covered are now streaming on Spotify & all other music platforms. She currently sings with a local band that plays all around New Jersey.

Sample Song List:

  • Have You Ever Seen the Rain – Creedence Clearwater Revival

  • Bubbly – Colbie Caillat

  • Stand By Me – Ben E. King

  • Give Me One Reason – Tracy Chapman

  • Say You Love Me – Say You Love Me

  • These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ – Nancy Sinatra

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

  • 9 to 5 – Dolly Parton

  • Son of a Preacher Man – Dusty Springfield

  • Hotel California – Eagles

  • Jolene – Dolly Parton

  • Lights – Journey

  • My Girl – The Temptations

  • Crazy – Patsy Cline

  • Make You Feel My Love – Adele

  • This Magic Moment – The Drifters

  • What a Wonderful World – Eva Cassidy

  • I Will Remember You – Sarah McLachlan

  • Someone Like You – Adele

  • Tennessee Whiskey – Chris Stapleton

Vocalist, Keyboards

Lynn Davison

Songs that Soothe the Soul

Lynn Davison grew up in Queens, NY, where she fell in love with music and began playing piano at age three. She studied music at the High School of Performing Arts and Berklee College in Boston before moving to Los Angeles where she became a working musician/vocalist, playing in a variety of entertainment venues and backing many great singers, including the late Martha Reeves. She also composed music that was licensed for television and recorded three CDs of original songs, her latest called “Outside This Box.” Her solo performances are mellow but uplifting and include soulful, timeless songs from the 60s and 70s, rounded out by jazz standards and pop/rock from the 1940s to today. Lynn is a retired college professor, having taught child development for over twenty years. She enjoys entertaining seniors, teaching music and playing in several local bands.

Sample Song List
Have You Ever Seen The Rain – Credence Clearwater Revival
Will You Love Me Tomorrow – Carol King
Hit The Road Jack – Ray Charles
Corcovado – Antonio Carlos Jobim
Drift Away – Dobie Gray
Killing Me Softly – Roberta Flack
Under The Boardwalk – The Drifters
Ring of Fire – Rosanne Cash
Over the Rainbow – Judy Garland
Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles

LECTURER

Manjapra Srinivasan

Engaging and Interactive Lectures for Diverse Audiences

Lectures are offered on topics including Interpersonal Communication, Effective Speaking (Public Speaking), and Effective Writing. Each presentation is designed to be engaging, informative, and interactive, with the goal of connecting meaningfully with diverse audiences. Themed programs are also available for specialty celebrations such as Asian Festivals and Halloween, providing relevant and dynamic content. With strong skills in engaging residents across various levels of senior care, presentations are tailored to meet the needs and interests of participants.

SINGER, LECTURER

Mara Adler

Making opera fun, accessible and entertaining

An New Jersey based, California bred, international singer who performs locally and in Italy. She began her career at the San Francisco Opera at the age of 15, and has made it her mission to make classical music engaging and fun ever since!

Sample Song List:

  • “’O Sole Mio” – Eduardo di Capua & Alfredo Mazzucchi
  • “O Mio Babbino Caro” – Giacomo Puccini
  • “The Man I Love” – George Gershwin & Ira Gershwin
  • “Someone to Watch Over Me” – George Gershwin & Ira Gershwin

SINGER, INSTRUMENTALIST

Mark Edmonds & The Jazz Band

Jazz duo/trio with vocals
The Jazz Crew can provide a wide assortment of music including vocals and instrumentals. They play classic songs from the American songbook. Motown, smooth jazz, oldies, standards, and more.

Sample Song List

Classic Jazz Instrumentals:

  • Satin DollDuke Ellington

  • Li’l Darlin’Count Basie

  • Mercy, Mercy, MercyCannonball Adderley

  • Killer JoeBenny Golson

  • Freddie FreeloaderMiles Davis

Classic Vocal Songs:

  • What a Wonderful WorldLouis Armstrong

  • Blueberry HillFats Domino

  • Can’t Help Falling in LoveElvis Presley

  • Sweet CarolineNeil Diamond

  • My GirlThe Temptations

Vocalist

Martin Kennedy

You’ll Know Every Song & Feel Free to Sing Along

From singing for seniors, to rock bands, to musical theatre, Martin has been fortunate enough to have been performing for years. While in New Jersey, Martin was in The Nines, they at one time were the opening act for Joan Jett & The Blackhearts and T. Roth and Another Pretty Face (featuring Tico Torres of Bon Jovi). While living in California, Martin performed in many musicals including “Zorba” with the legendary John Raitt. Eventually coming home to New Jersey, Martin married his High School sweetheart and love of his Life, Cathy. Martin is grateful to Mo Better Entertainment for this opportunity to sing music that has always been close to his heart.

Sample Song List
Brandy (You’re a Fine Girl) – Looking Glass
Knock Three Times – Tony Orlando & Dawn
Don’t Be Cruel – Elvis Presley
This Diamond Ring – Gary Lewis & The Playboys
Bye, Bye Love – The Everly Brothers
Gentle on My Mind – Glen Campbell
Sister Golden Hair – America
Wild World – Cat Stevens
Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles
Leaving on a Jet Plane – John Denver

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SINGER, GUITAR

Matt and Patrizsha

We are a duo. Female vocalist and male guitarist playing nursing homes 

We are a duo. Female vocalist and male guitarist performing at nursing homes playing sing alongs, oldies , Motown and standards 

Sample Song List:

Crazy
At Last
This Little
Light of Mine
When the Saints Go Marching In
Country Roads
You Got It
Stand By Me
Under the Boardwalk
Will you still Love Me Tomorrow
Dream a little Dream
I Can’t Help Falling In Love With You
Twist and Shout
God Bless America
 

VIOLIN

Meghan Faw

Meghan Faw is a professional violinist and Suzuki trained teacher. She received her Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Texas at Austin, and her Master of Music degree from DePaul University. Meghan has taught in various public and private schools and held her own private teaching studio. Meghan has also completed her Suzuki training through book 7. In addition to teaching, Meghan enjoys an active performing career, having collaborated with artists such as Itzhak Perlman and Michael Bolton, as well as performed at many weddings and events across the tri-state area.

Sample Song List:

Bach Air on the G String  
Stevie Wonder Isn’t She Lovely  
Elgar Salut D’Amour  
The Temptations My Girl  
Eric Clapton Wonderful Tonight  
Gounod Ave Maria  
Guns N Roses November Rain  
Eagles Hotel California  
Led Zepplein Stairway to Heaven  
Etta James At Last 

SINGER, FIDDLE, BANJO, MANDOLIN, DULCIMER, GUITAR, BASS

Old Time Travelers Duo/Trio

The Old Time Traveler

Accomplished multi instrumentalist on banjo, fiddle, guitar and vocals steeped in the original American string band genre. This is an exciting, vital, positive and driving music that predates Bluegrass and Country and gets people moving. An emphasis on audience participation, singalongs, and stories about the history of the tunes.

Sample Song List:

  • Ain’t Gonna Rain No More – Traditional
  • Fifteen Miles on the Erie Canal – Traditional
  • You Are My Sunshine – Jimmie Davis
  • House of the Rising Sun – Traditional (popularized by The Animals)
  • The Year of Jubilee – Traditional
  • Polly Wolly Doodle – Traditional
  • Cotton-Eyed Joe – Traditional
  • Poor Wayfaring Stranger – Traditional
  • Angeline the Baker – Traditional (Stephen Foster)
  • Galway Girl – Steve Earle
  • Star of the County Down – Traditional Irish
  • Molly Malone – Traditional Irish
  • Whiskey in the Jar – Traditional Irish (popularized by The Dubliners, Thin Lizzy)
  • Wild Rover – Traditional Irish

SINGER

Pam Brennan

Each song she tells you a story!
Pam’s passion and commitment to the songs she sings is refreshing. Her unique spin on Classics gives her an edge. Her range is earned. Her value increases from years of study and practice. You’ll hear reverence in every note!

Sample Song List:

  • I’ve Got a Crush on YouFrank Sinatra

  • I Hear MusicBillie Holiday

  • Make Someone HappyJimmy Durante

  • One of Those ThingsElla Fitzgerald

  • Let’s Get LostChet Baker

  • All of YouSarah Vaughan

  • It’s Alright with MeElla Fitzgerald

  • MoonglowTony Bennett & k.d. lang

  • Old Devil MoonElla Fitzgerald

  • I Can’t Give You Anything but LoveJudy Garland

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO

Pamela Urgiles

Pam Urgiles: A Dynamic Vocal Powerhouse Lighting Up NYC and NJ

Pam Urgiles is a Newark, NJ–based vocalist whose emotionally charged performances and commanding stage presence captivate audiences across New York City and New Jersey. She delivers a high-energy mix of pop, classic rock, alternative, indie, and more—blending raw intensity with refined control.

From Prince and Springsteen to The Beatles and The Zombies, Pam’s versatile setlists span decades, tailored to engage any crowd—whether in electrifying full-band shows or intimate acoustic sets.

🎵 Sample Song List:

Dreams – Fleetwood Mac
Oh! Darling – The Beatles
Sweet Child O’ Mine – Guns N’ Roses
Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
Come Together – The Beatles
Heartbreaker – Pat Benatar
Hit Me with Your Best Shot – Pat Benatar
Barracuda – Heart
What’s Up? – 4 Non Blondes
Valerie – Amy Winehouse
American Girl – Tom Petty
September – Earth, Wind & Fire
What I Like About You – The Romantics
Heart of Glass – Blondie

SINGER

Paul Anthony

🎶 Songs Across the Decades with Paul Anthony

Paul Anthony is an energetic solo singer-songwriter whose performances span from the 1950s to the present day. A graduate of Five Towns College and William Paterson University, he weaves jazz and classical elements into his music. With his skillful use of a looping station, Paul creates rich layers of chords and melodies—perfect for setting a relaxed atmosphere during quiet moments, then building into lively energy as the audience becomes more engaged.

🎵 Sample Song List

🎶 Bennie and the Jets – Elton John
🎶 Piano Man – Billy Joel
🎶 Mack the Knife – Bobby Darin
🎶 Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley
🎶 City of New Orleans – Arlo Guthrie
🎶 Fire and Rain – James Taylor
🎶 Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper
🎶 Maneater – Hall & Oates
🎶 I’m Yours – Jason Mraz
🎶 The A-Team – Ed Sheeran

 

SINGER, GUITAR

Paul Marzano

Solo acoustic party spanning 50’s thru 80’s Music!

Paul is a singer/guitarist with a passion for bringing lively entertainment to senior audiences! Paul’s set list is a “party” featuring the best of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s all geared toward audience interaction. He brings decades of stage experience to the “party” and a genuine commitment to taking all who listen on a joyful musical journey. Requests, tambourines and singalongs are always part of the fun.

Sample Song List:
1. All Shook up, Burning Love, Runaround Sue, Runaway, The Wanderer and lots of Elvis/50’s fun
2. Fly Me to The Moon, That’s Amore and other crooner era classics
3. Sweet Caroline, Brown Eyed Girl, Dancin in The Moonlight, Having a Party, Take Me Home Country Roads, It’s Not Unusual, Hello Dolly, Bad Leroy Brown, Happy Together and a whole range of popular song-alongs
5. Recognizable hits by Johnny Cash, Beatles, Rolling Stones, Eagles, Tom Petty, Billy Joel, Elton John and other Classic Rock
6. My Girl, Build Me Up Buttercup and other Motown Classics

SINGER, GUITAR

Rafaella Delia

Soothing Singer-Guitarist Inspired by the Golden Age

Ella is a soothing singer and guitarist based in the New York City area. She grew up singing and listening to Golden Age classics and has a deep passion for sharing that music with senior audiences.

With more than two decades of singing experience, Ella brings warmth, nostalgia, and heartfelt connection to every performance.

Sample Song List

🎵 La Vie en Rose — Édith Piaf
🎵 Till There Was You — Meredith Willson
🎵 If I Loved You — Rodgers & Hammerstein
🎵 You Are My Sunshine — Traditional / Jimmie Davis
🎵 Autumn Leaves — Joseph Kosma
🎵 Blue Skies — Irving Berlin
🎵 Music! Music! Music! — Teresa Brewer
🎵 Big Yellow Taxi — Joni Mitchell
🎵 The Circle Game — Joni Mitchell
🎵 Ain’t No Sunshine — Bill Withers

SINGER, DANCER, INSTRUMENTALISTS - BANJO, MANDOLIN, UKELELE, CONCERTINA, HARMONICA, BAGPIPES, PENNYWHISTLE, BALALAIKA, CUATRO

Richard Stillman

Multi-Instrumentalist, Storyteller & Broadway Performer

Richard Stillman is a versatile performer—an actor, musician, singer, storyteller, and tap dancer—known for his dynamic and engaging shows. He plays banjo, mandolin, ukulele, guitar, bagpipes, and more than a dozen other instruments.

His diverse programs include The Irish Balladeer, The Roots of Country Music, Broadway Show Tunes, A World Mosaic of Music and Dance, and many more, offering something for every audience.

Richard has performed on Broadway, at The Kennedy Center, and in theaters across the country—from New Jersey to Alaska—bringing energy, talent, and storytelling to every stage he graces.

Sample Song List

🎵 On the Road Again — Willie Nelson
🎵 Cabaret — Kander & Ebb
🎵 I’ll Take You Home Again, Kathleen — Traditional
🎵 Blue Suede Shoes — Elvis Presley
🎵 O Sole Mio — Traditional
🎵 Loch Lomond — Traditional
🎵 Hey, Good Lookin’ — Hank Williams Sr.
🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads — John Denver
🎵 Dancing in the Street — Martha & The Vandellas
🎵 The Little Grass Shack in Kealakekua, Hawaii — Arthur Godfrey

 

SINGER, TRIBUTE ARTIST

Richie Santa

Elvis Tribute Artist 

Richie Santa is an Elvis tribute artist based in NJ and is now in his 15th year portraying the KING. His show focuses on the jumpsuit / Vegas concert years of his career. He sings live and wears authentic costumes.

Sample Song List
The Wonder of You
Can’t Help Falling in Love
Love Me Tender
Return to Sender
Viva Las Vegas 
I Want You, I Need You, I Love You
Love Me
Heartbreak Hotel
All Shook Up
Hound Dog
Big Hunk of Love
Don’t be Cruel
Jailhouse Rock

SINGER, GUITAR

Rick Fink

An Intimate, Interactive Performer with Heart and Humor

Rick’s sets are filled with singalongs and playful asides. Often stopping mid-song to share a thought or observation, Rick treats every audience as if they’re sitting in his living room—swapping stories, sharing laughs, and enjoying the moment together.

Sample Song List

🎵 Please Please Me — The Beatles
🎵 The Letter — The Box Tops
🎵 The Joker — Steve Miller Band
🎵 You Are My Sunshine — Jimmie Davis
🎵 I’m an Old Cowhand — Bing Crosby
🎵 Everyday — Buddy Holly
🎵 Wichita Lineman — Glen Campbell
🎵 Don’t Think Twice, It’s All Right — Bob Dylan
🎵 Bye Bye Love — The Everly Brothers
🎵 American Girl — Tom Petty

SINGER, FIDDLE, BANJO, MANDOLIN, DULCIMER, GUITAR, BASS

Ron Stevenson’s Band

Authentic American String Band Music

We are four accomplished multi-instrumentalists performing on banjo, fiddle, dulcimer, mandolin, upright bass, guitar, and vocals—deeply rooted in the original American string band tradition. This exciting, vital, and driving music predates Bluegrass and Country, and it’s guaranteed to get people moving.

We would love the opportunity to bring this music of the people to your venue. Equipment can be provided as needed.

Sample Song List:

“Fifteen Miles on the Erie Canal” — Traditional
“Ain’t Gonna Rain No More” — Traditional
“The Cuckoo” — Traditional
“June Apple” — Traditional
“The Year of Jubilee” — Traditional
“Cotton-Eyed Joe” — Traditional
“John Ryan’s Polka” — Traditional
“Soldier’s Joy” — Traditional
“Star of the County Down” — Traditional Irish
“Jordan Is a Hard Road to Travel” — Dan Emmett

SINGER, GUITAR

Siddartha Suppiah

Sid Suppiah: A Six-String Portrait of Sound Through Time

Sid Suppiah’s artistry on the guitar is rooted in the jazz idiom. Shortly after high school, he toured Italy with the Philadelphia Jazz Orchestra before attending Rutgers University, where he pursued studies in environmental science and jazz performance. There, he had the privilege of studying with legendary guitarist Dave Stryker.

Versatile and dynamic, Sid is well-versed in a wide range of styles including salsa, bossa nova, rock, Motown/funk, R&B, and more. Whether as an accompanist or a solo performer, he brings depth, rhythm, and emotion to every note.

If you would like to be transported through time by the timeless sounds of the guitar, consider hiring Sid Suppiah.

Sample Song List:

🎵 All of Me – Irving Berlin
🎵 Black Orpheus – Luiz Bonfá
🎵 Imagine – John Lennon
🎵 Misty – Erroll Garner
🎵 Satin Doll – Duke Ellington
🎵 Wonderful Tonight – Eric Clapton
🎵 On Green Dolphin Street – Bronisław Kaper
🎵 Four – Miles Davis
🎵 Blue Skies – Irving Berlin (popularized by Ella Fitzgerald)
🎵 Just Friends – John Klenner

SINGER,DJs

Stephanie Chin

Singer & DJ Bringing Warmth, Connection, and Healing Through Music

Stephanie Chin is a soulful New Jersey–based singer-songwriter whose warm, soothing voice has been compared to Norah Jones and Natalie Merchant. Often described by fans as a “healing” presence, she brings heartfelt storytelling and gentle, uplifting energy to every performance. A lifelong lover of music, Stephanie has been performing professionally since 2014, releasing multiple original songs—including tracks featured on CBS—while sharing her mission to inspire listeners to be loving, present, and courageous in following their dreams.

For senior communities, Stephanie curates engaging, easygoing programs filled with nostalgic favorites, soft pop classics, and feel-good singalongs, creating an inviting atmosphere where residents can relax, reminisce, and connect. With her kind spirit and signature soulful tone, Stephanie offers seniors a musical experience that feels both comforting and deeply meaningful.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Misty — Ella Fitzgerald

🎵 Come Away with Me — Norah Jones

🎵 At Last — Etta James

🎵 Summertime — George Gershwin / Billie Holiday

🎵 What a Wonderful World — Louis Armstrong

🎵 Imagine — John Lennon / Eva Cassidy

🎵 In My Life — The Beatles

🎵 Lean on Me — Bill Withers

🎵 Make You Feel My Love — Adele (Bob Dylan)

🎵 Killing Me Softly — Roberta Flack / Fugees

SINGER, GUITAR

Stuart Markus/Gathering Time

Long Island Folk & Acoustic Musician with Decades of Experience

A professional musician for 29 years—and a full-time performer for over 20—Stuart is one of the best-known musicians on Long Island’s folk and acoustic music scene. He performs both as a solo artist and as the leader of the folk-rock harmony trio Gathering Time.

With a wide repertoire of popular music spanning from the 1940s to today, Stuart performs big band classics, crooner favorites, ’50s R&B, classic rock, folk-rock, soft rock, classic country, and folk music. His specialties also include sea chanteys, Irish music, and Jewish music.

His trio, Gathering Time, is especially known for performing music from the ’60s and ’70s with spot-on harmonies and an engaging folk-rock sound.

Sample Song List

🎵 Fly Me to the Moon — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Beyond the Sea — Bobby Darin
🎵 All Shook Up — Elvis Presley
🎵 Turn! Turn! Turn! — The Byrds
🎵 Oh, Pretty Woman — Roy Orbison
🎵 Mrs. Robinson — Simon & Garfunkel
🎵 Here Comes the Sun — The Beatles
🎵 Sunny — Bobby Hebb
🎵 My Girl — The Temptations
🎵 Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree — Tony Orlando & Dawn
🎵 I Just Called to Say I Love You — Stevie Wonder

SINGER, HARMONICA, TAMBOURINE

Trish Cleveland

Solo cover singer 

Trish Cleveland has a great connection and compassionate with older people, raised with much older siblings & extremely close with her late parents she was raised on all the music they loved from the classics of the 1920s such as Gershwin to the jazz of the 30, standards of the 40s & 50s, the wonderful do-wop era of the 60s, disco, folk & rock of the 70s, the hits of the 80s, 90, pop music of today and with a BFA in musical theatre a repertoire of show tunes. Trish has been performing professionally for 25 but her training in music and drama has been lifelong. Trish’s vocals are accompanied by backing tracks while she plays a variety of small percussion instruments, tambourine as well as harmonica for her solo performances. She enjoys sharing her love of music. 

Sample Song List:

I Got rhythm – Gershwin  
The Way You Look Tonight – Sinatra  
Chances Are – Johnny Mathis  
Sunday Kind Of Love – Etta James  
Up On The Roof – The Drifters  
Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles  
I Will Survive- Gloria Gaynor  
Harvest Moon – Neil Young  
Everybody’s Talkin – Harry Nilsson  
Walking After Midnight – Patsy Cline  
Come and Get Your Love – Redbone 

SINGER

Vanessa Sanchez

A soulful and exciting blend of old and new. 

This R&B/Soul singer and songwriter sets the tone with music through her harmonies and lyrical rhythm. Also known as “Anie Rhythms”, she provides an old school feel to a modern wave that captivates any audience. A dancer and writer, Vanessa Sanchez encompasses an eclectic personality that is sensed in social interactions. Get to know everything she has to offer.

“Freedom to create, generate and sync energy is what I do through singing and songwriting. Reaching a rewarding experience through song content and visuals that will take you to a higher frequency in sound and life perspective”. 
– Vanessa Sanchez

Sample Song List:

At Last – Etta James  
Valerie – Amy Winehouse  
What a wonderful world- Louis Armstrong  
Unforgettable – Nat King Cole  
Take the “A” Train – Ella Fitzgerald / Duke Ellington  
Just the Two of US – Bill Withers  
Stand by Me – Ben E. King  
Sunday Kind of love  
All of me – Billie Holiday  
My Girl – The Temptations  
Dancing Queen – Abba  
You are my sunshine –  
Somewhere over the rainbow  
Don’t worry, be happy – Bobby Ferrin  
Dream a little dream – Ella Fitzgerald 

 

SINGER

Vanessa Viscomi

Engaging, Upbeat Performer Singing Many Styles
Vanessa is a classically trained vocalist who has enjoyed performing at senior communities and assisted living facilities for over ten years. She has an extensive background in musical theater, and is the lead singer in a band performing music of the 50’s and 60’s. Vanessa’s professionalism and enthusiastic personality promise a fun and memorable time for all.

Sample Song List

  • Can’t Take My Eyes Off You – Frankie Valli

  • These Boots Are Made for Walkin’ – Nancy Sinatra

  • Those Were the Days – Mary Hopkin

  • Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

  • Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

  • Volare – Bobby Rydell

  • L.O.V.E. – Nat King Cole

  • The Very Thought of You – Ella Fitzgerald

  • Dancing in the Street – Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

  • Quando, Quando, Quando – Engelbert Humperdinck

  • Hello, Dolly! – Louis Armstrong

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

SINGER, GUITAR

Victor La Torre

Pobre Rey | Keeping the Golden Age of Music Alive

Keeping the Golden Age of Music alive and kicking, Pobre Rey delivers the authentic sound of classic hits from the 1950s through the 1990s. As a Latin folk guitarist, he blends timeless melodies with his distinctive singing voice and unique playing style, breathing new life into songs that have stood the test of time.

Let’s put on a show.

Sample Song List

🎵 Put Your Head on My Shoulder — Paul Anka
🎵 All of Me — Louis Armstrong
🎵 Ticket to Ride — The Beatles
🎵 Unforgettable — Nat King Cole

SINGER, GUITAR

Vincent Ferrone

One-Man Band with Thousands of Performances

Vinnie Ferrone is a full-time professional entertainer with more than 5,200 performances to his credit. Known as a true “one-man band,” he delivers friendly, familiar popular songs that audiences love.

His vast repertoire is performed entirely from memory—without the aid of lyrics from a tablet or smartphone—allowing him to connect more naturally with his audience. Vinnie already holds steady residencies performing in memory care units and senior living communities throughout the tri-state area, where his engaging performances bring joy, familiarity, and meaningful musical moments to residents.

Sample Song List

🎵 Hank Williams
🎵 Woody Guthrie
🎵 Johnny Cash
🎵 Bob Dylan
🎵 The Beatles
🎵 Smokey Robinson
🎵 The Temptations
🎵 Paul Simon
🎵 James Taylor

SINGER

Virginie Marine

Emotion, passion and energy 

Experience the power and emotion of Virginie Marine’s exceptional voice.  
Introducing Virginie Marine, a vocal pop singer-songwriter whose powerful and emotional performances have captivated audiences around the world. With live performances for thousands of people and TV and YouTube appearances reaching hundreds of thousands, Virginie’s exceptional voice has earned her praise from industry professionals.  
She’s French and American, lives in New York ! She’s the co-founder and lead singer of the 70s 80s band « Cassette Unlimited » and is working on her new Album. 

Sample Song List:

– River Deep Mountain High (Tina Turner ) 
– Fame 
– Flashdance «  What a Feeling » Irene Cara 
– Natural Woman (Aretha Franklin) 
– New York New York (Liza Minelli) 
– Make you feel my Love (Bob Dylan) 
– La vie en Rose (Edith Piaf) 
– I will always love you (Whitney Houston ) 
– I’m so Excited (Pointer Sisters) 
– Mamma Mia (Abba) 
– Dancing Queen (Abba)

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