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, GUITAR, LECTURER

Alan MacEwen

For 35 years, Alan MacEwen has been the lead singer and guitar player for Washington, DC’s The Grandsons. His musical journey has included multiple recordings, travel to far-flung locales such as Europe, China, and El Salvador, and performances with legends like Ronnie Spector and Willie Nelson. His solo performances often include a cowboy song or two, some New Orleans jazz, old country songs, and even his own compositions. His audience-focused performances are always warm and engaging. It doesn’t take much provocation to get him to reach for his very first instrument, the trumpet, which he still loves to add into the mix.

Decades ago when Alan MacEwen stood in front of the chalkboard in 7th grade history class to give his oral report about the European Common Market, he was nearly frozen with stage fright. He eked out a generous ‘C’ from the teacher for the resulting fiasco. Fast-forward to the present, and you would never suspect this engaging, confident public speaker with a fancy degree from Duke University is the same person. Alan has been lecturing on the retirement community circuit for four years now and loves few things more than engaging with a curious and enthusiastic audience.

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

“Thank you so much for sending this! Our residents loved the lecture on Elvis Presley yesterday and talked to him about coming next month to do the Life & Music of Frank Sinatra.”

“Wanted you to know that the residents enjoyed Alan. He plays the guitar and trumpet. He brought all his equipment and the residents seemed engaged.”

Amy and Michael

Heartfelt Harmonies with Humor and Connection

Amy and Michael bring beautiful harmonies, quirky humor, and genuine warmth to every performance. Together and individually, they have been singing at churches, community events, pubs, and schools for more than 40 years. Their engaging style invites audiences to participate, creating memorable experiences that often have everyone singing along.

Sample Song List

🎵 Two of Us — The Beatles
🎵 Jackson — Johnny Cash & June Carter
🎵 Georgia on My Mind — Ray Charles
🎵 Please Help Me, I’m Falling — Hank Locklin
🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads — John Denver
🎵 Respect — Aretha Franklin
🎵 Edelweiss — Rodgers & Hammerstein
🎵 Dream a Little Dream of Me — Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong
🎵 Puff, the Magic Dragon — Peter, Paul & Mary
🎵 Sweet Caroline — Neil Diamond
🎵 If I Needed You — Emmylou Harris & Don Williams

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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SINGER, FITNESS INSTRUCTOR, GUITAR

Anna Wilson

Anna Wilson – Soulful Singer-Songwriter | America’s Got Talent Alum | Billboard Recognition

Anna Wilson is a 21-year-old singer-songwriter with a rich, soulful voice that captivates audiences and a presence that lights up every stage. A native of the Washington, DC area, she graduated from Gaithersburg High School in 2022 and continued her musical education at Duquesne University’s School of Music in Pittsburgh, where she majored in Music Therapy.

She has released three original singles and a compelling music video that have connected with fans across the U.S. and internationally. Her recent appearance on America’s Got Talent drew massive attention—her audition video has already surpassed 5.8 million views—earning praise across social platforms as well as a shout-out from Billboard.

Performing since the age of 12, Anna brings over a decade of experience to every show. From intimate wineries, restaurants, and private events to large festivals and iconic venues like The Fillmore, she knows how to read a crowd and deliver a performance that fits the moment.

In addition to her music career, Anna is a licensed group fitness instructor (NASM-CPT). She has coached at a national fitness chain, manages multiple franchise locations, and has extensive experience with personal and corporate group training, tailoring sessions to meet the needs of each client.

Sample Song List

• Dreams – Fleetwood Mac

• Jolene – Dolly Parton

• Rescue – Lauren Daigle

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Vienna – Billy Joel

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

• Hallelujah – Jeff Buckley

• Joy of My Life – Chris Stapleton

• Yesterday – The Beatles

FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Anthony Rowland

Certified Personal Trainer Helping Clients Build the Best Version of Themselves

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, GUITAR, HARMONICA

Bill Schroeher

Live Acoustic Storyteller Bringing Five Decades of Music to Life

A live acoustic music time machine, Bill Schroeher brings to life the familiar songs that have been the soundtrack of the last five decades. His connection to this music began early, shaped by some of his most cherished memories—his father strumming a guitar and leading family and friends in song around a glowing campfire. The crackle of the fire, the warmth on familiar faces, and voices blending together in songs everyone knew created a kind of magic that stayed with him.

Those moments were about more than music; they were about belonging, shared memories, and the simple joy of singing together. Today, Bill carries that spirit forward with smooth vocals, acoustic guitar, and harmonica, inviting audiences not just to listen, but to feel once again as if they’re gathered around the fire—remembering, connecting, and singing along.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Bennie and the Jets — Elton John

🎵 Night Moves — Bob Seger

🎵 Country Road — James Taylor

🎵 Rocky Mountain High — John Denver

🎵 Into the Mystic — Van Morrison

🎵 Sweet Caroline — Neil Diamond

🎵 Easy — The Commodores

🎵 Slip Slidin’ Away — Paul Simon

🎵 Here Comes the Sun — The Beatles

🎵 Sister Golden Hair — America

🎵 Peaceful Easy Feeling — Eagles

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

SINGER, GUITAR

Britton James

Solo/Acoustic Artist with Looper and Drum Machine 

A Northern Virginia native, Britton James writes, records, and produces alternative music. His variety in genre and playlist vary extensively, as his background comes from the perspective of several instruments including percussion, bass, and guitar. Britton’s live performance is exhilarating to watch because of the full sound he is able to create right on stage! You get to experience drums, bass, guitar, and vocals created in front of your very eyes by a single man. Enjoy listening to his originals as well as cover songs from oldies all the way up to todays hits! 

🎶 Sample Song List

• Johnny Cash – Ring of Fire

• The Monkees – I’m a Believer

• Gloria Gaynor – I Will Survive

• Old Crow Medicine Show – Wagon Wheel

• The Foundations – Build Me Up Buttercup

• Jimmy Buffett – Margaritaville

• Van Morrison – Brown Eyed Girl

• Randy Newman – You Got a Friend in Me

• Queen – Crazy Little Thing Called Love

• The Beatles – Saw Her Standing There

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “He was fantastic!!!”
• “Simply amazing, Engaged the residents, was very friendly to the families, incredible song list and the performance was great!! I will speak with you more about booking him regularly.”
• “The residents very much enjoyed Britton James, thank you!”
• “We would love to have Britton James back to the community in May! He is great!”

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

VIOLIN, VIOLA

Cindy Zhang

🎻 Cindy Zhang (Chundy Chang): A Versatile Violinist Bridging Cultures Through Music

Cindy Zhang, also known by her stage name Chundy Chang, is a versatile violinist who brings warmth, elegance, and joy to every performance. Her recital-style programs are crafted to connect with listeners of all backgrounds.

Her repertoire spans classical Western masterpieces, beloved Chinese folk songs, timeless pop favorites, and even music from contemporary and video game soundtracks. Whether evoking nostalgia or sparking curiosity, Cindy’s violin playing invites audiences to relax, reminisce, and experience the beauty of music together.

Sample Song List:

Western Classical
🎶 Sonata for Piano & Violin in E Minor — W.A. Mozart
🎶 Souvenir d’un lieu cher (Mélodie) — P.I. Tchaikovsky
🎶 Malagueña — Pablo de Sarasate

Chinese Folk
🎶 Joy of Spring — Ma Sicong (M. Yuan if you meant him, but more commonly attributed to Ma Sicong)
🎶 Summer Night — Shi Guangnan / S. Yang (please confirm composer spelling)
🎶 Tone Poem on the Seashore — Qu Xixian (Q. Yongcheng seems like a transliteration issue, may need confirmation)

Contemporary
🎶 Super Mario Medley — Koji Kondo (from Super Mario games)
🎶 Stardew Valley Medley — ConcernedApe (Eric Barone)
🎶 The Forlorn Homestead — Ian Taylor (from Old School RuneScape)

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

INSTRUMENTALIST - GUITAR

Cristian Perez

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

Devin Baker

SINGER, GUITAR, LECTURER

Diana Quinn

Diana is an award-winning veteran DC-area bandleader and musician whose easygoing manner, funny patter, enthusiasm and superb musicianship immediately win over audiences. She is a guitarist and plays many styles, including  turn-of-last century tin pan alley and ragtime, 30s and 40s standards, and country, bluegrass, and rock and roll from the 40s, 50s, and 60s.  She has performed in all kind of venues, from Texas honky tonks to wineries and big clubs, but also the Kennedy Center, RFK stadium, and the Grand Ole Opry.  In addition to being a top-rate Americana entertainer, Diana is an accomplished classical guitarist and lutenist, specializing in renaissance and baroque music, but also other eras and even flamenco. Her knowledge of the material is thorough, and audiences will love her fun and energetic performances.

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

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

Emily Williams

Joyful Songbird Who Connects Through Music

Emily Williams is a vocalist with a diverse background that includes river cruises, church music, musical theater, dance instruction, and more. When she’s not adapting classic love songs into lullabies for her children, she can often be found collaborating with composers on new works, leading children’s choirs, or performing on the wedding circuit.

A dynamic performer, Emily is passionate about building community and creating meaningful connections with her audiences—ensuring every performance is a shared and memorable experience.

Sample Song List

🎵 How Deep Is the Ocean (How High Is the Sky) — Irving Berlin
🎵 Songbird — Fleetwood Mac / Eva Cassidy
🎵 The Way You Look Tonight — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Let It Be — The Beatles
🎵 Peel Me a Grape — Diana Krall
🎵 A Garden in the Rain — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Shoot the Moon — Norah Jones
🎵 I Love a Piano — Irving Berlin
🎵 Moon River — Henry Mancini
🎵 A Case of You — Joni Mitchell
🎵 Java Jive — The Manhattan Transfer
🎵 Here Comes the Sun — The Beatles
🎵 I’ll Be Seeing You — Billie Holiday

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, BASSIST

Eric Scott

Meet Eric Scott, the bassist whose electrifying rhythms have been the heartbeat of Washington DC’s music scene for decades.

Born with a passion for the groove, Eric’s musical journey began in the soulful streets of DC. From his early days jamming in local clubs to sharing stages with legendary artists, he’s become a true icon of the city’s music landscape.

Eric’s bass lines aren’t just notes; they’re stories. With every pluck and slap, he weaves tales of jazz, funk, and soul, leaving audiences mesmerized by his virtuosity. His deep, resonant bass has graced recordings and live performances across the nation, contributing to the rich tapestry of American music.

Beyond the stage, Eric’s commitment to his craft and community shines through. He’s not just a bassist; he’s a mentor, a collaborator, and a driving force in preserving DC’s musical heritage.

Whether he’s grooving in the studio, teaching the next generation of musicians, or holding down the low end on a DC stage, Eric Scott embodies the spirit of the city’s music scene—a blend of tradition and innovation that keeps DC’s rhythmic heart beating strong.

What Clients Have Said About This Performer:

• “The jazz booked with you for our Inspiritas Casino Night were truly wonderful. Not only were they very talented, but their crowd work with our residents was awesome and the vibes they brought really got everyone having a great time. I wanted to highlight them and I would love to bring them back again in the future!”
• “Eric Scott was so great! The residents and their families LOVED him. Thanks so much for choosing him for our party.”
• “The residents really enjoyed Eric Scott!”
• “She said the residents really liked Eric Scott’s 7/4 program”

SINGER, LECTURER, INSTRUMENTALIST ( Guitar )

Erin Frisby

The Versatile Artistry of Erin Frisby

Raised on traditional Ozark and Appalachian Mountain songs and New Orleans street music, trained in opera, and well-traveled as an original modern-day troubadour, Erin Frisby brings nuance, powerful emotion, and joy to every performance.

Whether interpreting Bach, belting folk ballads, channeling the great torch singers of the ’40s, reviving the soul of ’60s and ’70s songwriters, or offering up her own original works, Erin draws audiences in through rich musical storytelling and deep emotional connection.

A lifelong artist, Erin has performed at prestigious venues and festivals across the country, including Carnegie Hall, the Amalfi Coast Opera Festival, Tipitina’s, the National Cherry Blossom Festival, and the Arkansas Traveler Theater. Her career is a testament to her versatility, spanning from the Fort Reno Concert Series to the intimate stages of the Takoma Park Folk and Street Festivals.

Sample Song List:

Classical:
🎵 Bist Du Bei Mir
🎵 Ave Maria
🎵 Sure on This Shining Night

Musical Theater:
🎵 Maybe This Time
🎵 I Dreamed a Dream
🎵 I Could Have Danced All Night
🎵 Defying Gravity
🎵 I Feel Pretty

Standards:
🎵 Danny Boy
🎵 Misty
🎵 Honeysuckle Rose
🎵 Our Love Is Here to Stay
🎵 At Last

Folk and Country:
🎵 Crazy
🎵 Green, Green Grass of Home
🎵 Wayfaring Stranger
🎵 Amazing Grace
🎵 End of the World
🎵 Boulder to Birmingham

60’s and 70’s:
🎵 Don’t Think Twice, It’s Alright
🎵 Me and Bobby McGee
🎵 City of New Orleans
🎵 Unchained Melody

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, DJ/KARAOKE, GUITAR

Guillermo aka Dj Willy Fresh Alvarez

High-Energy Performer Delivering Non-Stop Entertainment

Prepare to be bedazzled and entertained from beginning to end as Willy Fresh brings a dynamic mix of musical genres to every performance. His versatile style and engaging presence ensure an exciting experience that keeps audiences energized and captivated throughout the show.

Sample Song List

🎵 Fly Me to the Moon — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Mujeres Divinas — Vicente Fernández
🎵 Come Together — The Beatles
🎵 Lamento Boliviano — Enanitos Verdes
🎵 Born on the Bayou — Creedence Clearwater Revival
🎵 Baile Inolvidable — Bad Bunny
🎵 Sure Thing — Miguel
🎵 El Triste — José José
🎵 Piano Man — Billy Joel
🎵 Primera Cita — Carín León
🎵 Feeling Good — Michael Bublé
🎵 Hasta Ayer — Marc Anthony
🎵 Margaritaville — Jimmy Buffett
🎵 Suavemente — Elvis Crespo
🎵 You’ll Never Find Another Love Like Mine — Lou Rawls

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.”

INSTRUMENTALIST - HARPIST

Iliana Yare

Bringing Contemporary Harp to Modern & Cultural Spaces

A seasoned harpist with over 20 years of experience, she has performed across the country and is currently based in Washington, D.C. Her passion lies in bringing the harp into public and culturally rich spaces, with a special focus on Black and POC-centered events.

This year, she performed at the Sound Scene Festival at The Hirshhorn and at the Preakness Festival at the Maryland Governor’s Mansion. In 2024, she was featured on The Real Housewives of Potomac during Wendy’s 40th birthday episode.

She studied at the Longy School of Music and George Washington University and has been playing harp since the age of seven. Her performance experience includes events such as the Georgetown Fall Festival, Flash Club’s “Sunday Love” rave series, Whitlow’s jazz jam, and community salons at Rhizome DC.

She has also shared the stage with internationally recognized artists, including D.C.’s Ethiopian jazz group Feedel Band, Ravyn Lenae, and singer-songwriter Annahstasia, bringing a fresh, expressive, and modern voice to the harp.

SINGERS, GUITAR

Jackie and Steve

Jackie and Steve play covers – soulful, rootsy and a wee bit jammy.

We are the duo at the heart of The Maiden Band, a popular 6 person band in northern virginia. We sing hits from the 60’s through today.

Sample Song List:
John Denver – Take Me Home Country Roads
Dolly Parton – Jolene
Adele – When We Were Young
Chris Stapleton – Tennessee Whiskey
Fleetwood Mac – Silver Springs
Taylor Swift – Tim McGraw
Grateful Dead – Ripple
Linda Ronstadt – Long Long Time
Tyler Childers – Lady May
The Animals – House of the Rising Sun

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

Jason Mendelson

Mendelson Plays McGuinn

“Mendelson Plays McGuinn” is a captivating retrospective of Roger McGuinn’s career. Jason uses period instruments and storytelling to share this music with a wider audience. Jason evokes the vibe of Roger’s solo concerts through the lens of a new generation.

After moving to Alexandria, Virginia in 2010, Jason participated in a wide variety of musical projects, including playing in the Kennedy Center house band for their Pete Seeger tribute, and hosting the Clara Barton Sessions. He performed regularly with Jonny Grave, Alex Parez and the Hell Rojos, and Genesis tribute Selling Fairfax by the Pound.

His original project MetroSongs received attention from The Washington Post, Northern Virginia Magazine, Virginia Public Radio, WAMU-FM, and WJLA-TV, for writing, recording, and performing an original song for each of Metro’s 91 station locations, based on the geography, history, and ethnography of each neighborhood. Since 2020, he has called the Shenandoah Valley home and serves on the board of nonprofit organization StreetWise Studios, Inc. supporting the local music ecosystem.

Sample Song List:

My Back Pages (The Byrds)
Heartbreak Hotel (Elvis Presley)
Daddy Roll ‘Em (Bob Gibson)
On Easter Morn He Rose (Lead Belly)
Dink’s Song (American folk traditional)
Finnegan’s Wake (Irish-American folk)
Mr. Tambourine Man (The Byrds)
Turn! Turn! Turn! (The Byrds)
Bells of Rhymney (The Byrds, Pete Seeger)
Eight Miles High (The Byrds)

SINGER, FITNESS INSTRUCTOR

Jessica Parker

With over 20 years of performing experience, Jessica Parker provides her viewers a musical experience of a lifetime.

Sample Song List

• Sweet Home Alabama – Lynyrd Skynyrd

• What’s Love Got to Do with It – Tina Turner

• Ain’t Nobody – Chaka Khan

• Sara Smile – Hall & Oates

• Outstanding – The Gap Band

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.

VOCALIST, GUITARIST, HARMONICA

John Mataya

Engaging Musical Journeys Through the Decades for Senior Communities

John Mataya is a singer and instrumentalist who offers seniors a musical walk through the decades, with multiple performance options tailored specifically for senior communities. He has enjoyed performing for these audiences since his early 20s, when he also served as an AmeriCorps VISTA volunteer.

John is highly experienced and takes pride in engaging with residents—not only through performance but also by sharing stories about the songs, their writers, and the historical moments surrounding them. He performs entirely from memory, without the use of a tablet or binder, allowing for stronger eye contact and greater audience participation.

Performance Styles for Senior Communities

1. Oldies and Soft Pop/Rock
John covers favorites from the mid-1950s through the 1970s, ranging from Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and Elvis Presley to Neil Young, Jimmy Buffett, and The Eagles. He performs with acoustic guitar and harmonica, delivering familiar hits that inspire nostalgia and sing-alongs.

2. American Standards from the Great American Songbook
Dressed in a full suit and fedora, John transports residents back to the golden age of the 20th century with timeless classics. Focusing on arrangements made famous by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin, he encourages participation (where physical ability permits) and enjoys discussing the legendary artists behind these beloved songs. Customized set lists are available for special occasions such as Valentine’s Day or the holiday season.

3. Traditional Irish and Irish-American Songs
After discovering the rich history of Irish folk music during a choral trip to Ireland in 2006, John began performing both Irish and Irish-American songs on guitar and harmonica. He frequently performs this repertoire around St. Patrick’s Day in pubs and restaurants throughout Northern Virginia and enjoys sharing the fascinating history behind songs that, in some cases, are hundreds of years old.

Whatever program you’re looking for, John aims to leave every resident smiling and every community uplifted.

Sample Song List

Oldies / Rock

🎵 Buddy Holly —
• That’ll Be the Day
• Peggy Sue
• Oh, Boy!

🎵 Ritchie Valens —
• Donna
• La Bamba
• We Belong Together
• Come On, Let’s Go

🎵 Elvis Presley —
• Heartbreak Hotel
• Blue Suede Shoes
• Little Sister

🎵 The Beatles —
• We Can Work It Out
• Nowhere Man
• Yesterday

🎵  The Eagles —
• Take It Easy
• Peaceful Easy Feeling
• Lyin’ Eyes

🎵 Van Morrison —
• Brown Eyed Girl
• Crazy Love
• Into the Mystic

Standards

🎵 Frank Sinatra —
• Luck Be a Lady
• You Make Me Feel So Young
• Witchcraft

🎵 Dean Martin —
• Ain’t That a Kick in the Head?
• You’re Nobody ’til Somebody Loves You
• Just in Time

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

SINGER, LECTURER, GUITAR

Joshua Bayer

Jazz Guitarist, Composer & Engaging Musical Storyteller

A veteran of the music scene, Joshua Bayer brings a jazzy twist to standards, pop tunes, oldies, folk, and even classic TV themes. His performances blend music, storytelling, and humor, creating an interactive experience where he connects personally with every audience.

A highly accomplished jazz guitarist, bassist, composer, and director, Josh has performed at prestigious venues including The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, The Detroit Opera House, Blues Alley, The Harlem Renaissance Festival, The World Jazz Festival, The Phillips Collection, the Museum of Modern Art in New York, National Public Radio, and Philadelphia’s Chris’s Jazz Café.

In addition to being featured on BET on Jazz and leading the Joshua Bayer Quartet, he has performed alongside renowned artists such as Neal Creque, Dick Lurie, Gary Thomas, Ron Holloway, Marty Nau, The Federal Jazz Commission, and Chris Vadala. His recordings are available on the Jazzheads and Interlace Records labels, and his compositions have been published by C.F. Peters and Lighthouse Music.

Josh holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the University of Maryland and a Master of Music in Composition from Cleveland State University. A dedicated educator and clinician, he serves on the faculty at American University as Musician in Residence and director of the AU Jazz Orchestra.

Sample Song List

🎵 5 O’Clock World — The Vogues
🎵 9 to 5 — Dolly Parton
🎵 The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy) — Simon & Garfunkel
🎵 A Foggy Day — George Gershwin
🎵 A Pirate Looks at Forty — Jimmy Buffett
🎵 Ain’t Misbehavin’ — Fats Waller
🎵 Almost Like Being in Love — Frederick Loewe
🎵 She’s Always a Woman — Billy Joel
🎵 America the Beautiful — Traditional
🎵 Amie — Pure Prairie League
🎵 And She Was — Talking Heads
🎵 Angel Eyes — Jazz Standard
🎵 Baby, You’re a Rich Man — The Beatles
🎵 Bad Moon Rising — Creedence Clearwater Revival
🎵 Baker Street — Gerry Rafferty
🎵 The Ballad of Jed Clampett — Flatt & Scruggs
🎵 The Battle of New Orleans — Johnny Horton
🎵 Bennie and the Jets — Elton John
🎵 Bésame Mucho — Consuelo Velázquez
🎵 Beyond the Sea — Bobby Darin
🎵 Blue Moon of Kentucky — Bill Monroe
🎵 Blue Moon — Richard Rodgers
🎵 Blue Skies — Irving Berlin
🎵 Blueberry Hill — Fats Domino
🎵 Breakfast in America — Supertramp
🎵 The Breeze and I — Ernesto Lecuona
🎵 Brown Eyed Girl — Van Morrison
🎵 Bye Bye Blackbird — Ray Henderson
🎵 Bye Bye Love — The Everly Brothers
🎵 Call Me the Breeze — J.J. Cale
🎵 The Candy Man — Sammy Davis Jr.
🎵 Can’t Help Falling in Love — Elvis Presley
🎵 Carrie Anne — The Hollies
🎵 Casey Jones — Grateful Dead
🎵 Cecilia — Simon & Garfunkel
🎵 Theme from Cheers — Gary Portnoy
🎵 Chicago — Frank Sinatra
🎵 Chicken Fried — Zac Brown Band
🎵 (They Long to Be) Close to You — The Carpenters
🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads — John Denver
🎵 Crazy Little Thing Called Love — Queen
🎵 Quizás, Quizás, Quizás — Traditional
🎵 Dancing Queen — ABBA
🎵 Danny Boy — Traditional
🎵 Darn That Dream — Jimmy Van Heusen
🎵 Daydream Believer — The Monkees
🎵 Deep Purple — Peter DeRose
🎵 Desafinado — Antônio Carlos Jobim
🎵 Theme from The Dick Van Dyke Show — Earle Hagen
🎵 Dindi — Antônio Carlos Jobim
🎵 Do It Again — Steely Dan
🎵 Do You Believe in Magic — The Lovin’ Spoonful
🎵 Do You Know What It Means to Miss New Orleans — Louis Armstrong
🎵 (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay — Otis Redding

SINGER, GUITAR

Julien Xuereb

A Master of Classical Guitar and Community Connection

Julien Xuereb is a classical guitarist, singer, and composer based in Washington, D.C., renowned for creating engaging and uplifting musical experiences for senior and healthcare communities. A graduate of the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, he previously served as the Musician in Residence at Springwell Senior Living in Baltimore. During his tenure, he developed a specialized program of in-room performances and community concerts designed to enrich residents’ daily lives through the power of music.

Julien has worked extensively with Creative Access, bringing live music to hospitals, cancer centers, and retirement communities across the region. He continues this vital work today, performing monthly at various senior living communities and the GW Cancer Center.

His versatile repertoire seamlessly blends classical guitar, familiar standards, and sing-along favorites. To create a warm and dynamic atmosphere, Julien often enhances his performances with light percussion and live looping. Each set is meticulously tailored to foster connection, spark memory, and inspire joy, making every visit both meaningful and memorable.

Sample Song List:

🎵 You Are My Sunshine – Jimmie Davis

🎵 Blueberry Hill – Fats Domino

🎵 Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

🎵 Yellow Submarine – The Beatles

🎵 Oh My Darling, Clementine – Traditional

🎵 La Vie en Rose – Édith Piaf

🎵 Autumn Leaves (Les Feuilles Mortes) – Joseph Kosma / Yves Montand

🎵 Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

🎵 Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

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

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.”

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

SINGER, GUITAR

Mackenzie Roark

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

Matthew Shuster

Versatile Singer-Guitarist Creating Meaningful Musical Connections with Seniors

Matt is deeply enthusiastic about music and about forming meaningful connections with people of older generations, valuing the close friendships he has built with senior citizens outside of his own family. He is an accomplished guitarist and singer who confidently performs music from a wide range of eras and genres, allowing him to engage audiences with diverse musical tastes.

His performances are shaped by genuine respect for the stories, memories, and life experiences of older adults, helping to create a warm, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere. In addition to his musical abilities, Matt brings strong customer service experience and is widely recognized for working with people in a thoughtful, patient, and personable manner.

Matt is also a songwriter and an active performer in a local band that plays regular gigs throughout the area. Together, his musical versatility, interpersonal strengths, and sincere enthusiasm make him especially well suited for performances in senior living and community settings.

Sample Song List:

🎵 All Along the Watchtower — Bob Dylan

🎵 Bad Moon Rising — Creedence Clearwater Revival

🎵 Beast of Burden — The Rolling Stones

🎵 Black Magic Woman — Santana

🎵 Black Water — The Doobie Brothers

🎵 Brown Eyed Girl — Van Morrison

🎵 Don’t Worry, Be Happy — Bobby McFerrin

🎵 Fire on the Mountain — Grateful Dead

🎵 Folsom Prison Blues — Johnny Cash

🎵 Franklin’s Tower — Grateful Dead

🎵 Hard to Handle — Otis Redding

🎵 I Feel Good (I Got You) — James Brown

🎵 I’m a Believer — The Monkees

🎵 I’m on Fire — Bruce Springsteen

🎵 I Won’t Back Down — Tom Petty

🎵 Lean on Me — Bill Withers

🎵 Leaving on a Jet Plane — John Denver

🎵 Let It Be — The Beatles

🎵 Loving Cup — The Rolling Stones

🎵 My Sweet Lord — George Harrison

🎵 One Love / People Get Ready — Bob Marley

🎵 Oh, Pretty Woman — Roy Orbison

🎵 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction — The Rolling Stones

🎵 Stand by Me — Ben E. King

🎵 Sweet Emotion — Aerosmith

🎵 Sweet Home Alabama — Lynyrd Skynyrd

🎵 Sympathy for the Devil — The Rolling Stones

🎵 Turn On Your Love Light — Bobby “Blue” Bland

🎵 Twist and Shout — The Beatles

SINGER, GUITAR, PIANO

Michael Bard

International Classical Guitarist, Composer & Cultural Ambassador

Michael Bard is an accomplished musician, composer, and educator based near Washington, D.C., with an extensive international performance career spanning the United States, Europe, Japan, North Africa, South America, Central America, and the Middle East. He has appeared as both a soloist and ensemble performer and has been featured on radio and television programs worldwide. He has also served as Vice President of both the Dayton Classical Guitar Society and the Washington Guitar Society.

While pursuing graduate studies at Arizona State University, Michael was awarded a full scholarship to study at L’Accademia “Ottocento” in Vigevano, Italy, specializing in 19th-century classical guitar. During this time, he toured northern Italy and Switzerland.

Michael has performed as a rhythm guitarist with recording artists Shahin and Sepehr, appearing on their album World Café, which reached #18 on the Billboard charts and was featured on NPR’s All Things Considered. As a cultural ambassador selected by the U.S. State Department, he toured countries including Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Bahrain, and Morocco with fellow guitarist Corey Whitehead as the duo Douze Cordes, later returning for additional performances in Jordan and Kuwait. He also toured Chile as part of a trio with vocalist Deborah Benner.

Throughout his career, Michael has performed for distinguished audiences, including former President Bill Clinton, former Vice President Al Gore, and members of royalty across the Middle East and South America.

His solo recording Illumination features original compositions blending Spanish, Latin, and contemporary instrumental styles. His composition Mediterranean Beauty is published by Lathkill Music Publishers in England. He has also contributed as a guitarist on The Choral Arts Society of Washington’s award-winning NAXOS recording Celebrating Sacred Rhythms.

Currently, Michael performs and records with the Washington, D.C.-based Latin rumba-flamenco group Trio Caliente, which has released three albums and has been featured on NBC’s Smash and E! Entertainment Television.

Michael holds a Master’s degree in Music from Arizona State University and a Bachelor’s degree in Music from Wright State University.

Sample Song List

🎵 Romanza — Anonymous
🎵 Für Elise — Ludwig van Beethoven
🎵 Yesterday — The Beatles
🎵 Satin Doll — Duke Ellington
🎵 Malagueña — Traditional
🎵 Annie’s Song — John Denver
🎵 Mr. Sandman — The Chordettes
🎵 Greensleeves — Traditional
🎵 The Entertainer — Scott Joplin

SINGER

Michael Hoover

“Memories of Elvis” Show

Michael has performed around the world and the United States paying tribute to Elvis Presley and singing gospel music as well. This is a family show for all ages. He enjoys getting the audience to participate and join in the fun. Michael has won numerous contest for his looks and voice, he has appeared on TV, in a sitcom, voiceovers, commercials and recognized for his all around talent,

Sample Song List – Elvis Presley Tribute

• (Let Me Be Your) Teddy Bear – Elvis Presley

• Suspicious Minds – Elvis Presley

• Jailhouse Rock – Elvis Presley

• My Way – Elvis Presley

• The Wonder of You – Elvis Presley

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

• How Great Thou Art – Elvis Presley

• That’s All Right, Mama – Elvis Presley

• Love Me Tender – Elvis Presley

• Hound Dog – Elvis Presley

SINGER, GUITAR, UKELELE

Michelle Lockey

Solo performer playing crowd-pleasing acoustic covers.

Michelle is a talented solo singer, guitarist, and ukulele player performing throughout Maryland and the DMV area. With a warm and inviting style, she brings timeless classics from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s to life, creating a joyful and nostalgic atmosphere for listeners. Michelle’s thoughtfully curated setlist features beloved favorites, making her music a delightful backdrop for any gathering, sparking fond memories and inviting smiles.

Sample Song List:

• A Horse with No Name – America
• All I Have to Do Is Dream – The Everly Brothers
• Another Saturday Night – Sam Cooke
• Bad Moon Rising – Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR)
• Big Yellow Taxi – Joni Mitchell
• Brown Eyed Girl – Van Morrison
• Fire and Rain – James Taylor
• Here Comes the Sun – The Beatles
• Hound Dog – Elvis Presley
• Leaving on a Jet Plane – John Denver
• Mr. Tambourine Man – Bob Dylan
• Piece of My Heart – Big Brother and the Holding Company
• Ring of Fire – Johnny Cash
• (Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay – Otis Redding
• Stand by Me – Ben E. King
• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

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

Vocalist, Multi-Instrumentalist

Moe Nelson

Moe Nelson is a seasoned musical performer in the DC area, playing multiple instruments with a unique repertoire. As a solo performer, he plays upright bass, ukulele, guitar, and harmonica, with a broad all-ages repertoire of music from the 1940’s to the 1960’s, along with songs from Hawaii and the Caribbean. He also plays upright bass with several DC-area groups, including The Grandsons, King Teddy, The Hula Monsters, and others, playing for swing dances, outdoor concerts, and special events throughout the region.

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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

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, GUITAR

Patty Reese

Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter & Engaging Live Performer

There’s nothing Patty Reese loves more than engaging with and communicating directly with her audience. Performing popular, well-loved favorites across genres from the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s—along with patriotic and holiday songs from the 1940s to the present—it’s easy to see why audiences find themselves smiling, singing along, clapping their hands, and tapping their toes. Patty’s virtuosic and dynamic vocal delivery, solid guitar work, and engaging stage presence have earned high praise from audiences and critics alike, who consistently ask for more.

Patty primarily performs as a solo acoustic artist and can set up just about anywhere. She is also available as a duo, trio, or four-piece ensemble. Known for her ability to cross musical styles, Mid-Atlantic favorite Patty Reese has won 17 Washington Area Music Association Awards, including Artist of the Year, Vocalist of the Year, and two-time Songwriter of the Year.

In addition to performing, Patty offers poetry and songwriting workshops and served as Director of Education for the Washington Area Songwriters Association for ten years.

SINGER, DJ

Prince Havely

Energizing Singer and DJ beloved by Seniors

Prince has been entertaining, singing, dancing, giving smiles and getting standing ovations for more than 25 years. As a major talent in the DC metro area with a natural gift for performing. His distinctive voice & charisma is known by thousands and loved throughout several different genres.

He truly toured with the renowned Gene Donati Orchestra, performing for congressional dinners, Senatorial Balls, and Presidential Galas, including those of Presidents Clinton, Bush, Obama and Mike Pence. Over 16years with the Washington National Opera. Toured with the Capitol Steps playing Barack Obama and twenty one years play the role of DR Ben Carson MD. He performs regularly at Brightview Seniors Rockville and Colombia

Sample Song List:

Frank Sinatra

• Fly Me to the Moon

• Summer Wind

• Come Fly with Me

Nat King Cole

• Unforgettable

• Mona Lisa

• Stardust

Cole Porter

• C’est Magnifique

• I Love Paris

• Night and Day

George Gershwin

• Summertime

• A Foggy Day

Andrew Lloyd Webber

• Music of the Night

• Memory

• All I Ask of You

Harry Belafonte

• Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)

• Jump in the Line

• Jamaica Farewell

Louis Armstrong

• What a Wonderful World

• Hello, Dolly!

• Mack the Knife

Ray Charles

• Georgia on My Mind

• You Don’t Know Me

• America the Beautiful

Other Favorite Songs

• The Prayer

• You Raise Me Up

• ‘O Sole Mio

• Speak Softly, Love

• La Vie en Rose

• Bésame Mucho

• Hava Nagila

• Siman Tov

• Havenu Shalom Aleichem

• Lady in Red

• Armed Forces Medley

Lionel Richie

• All Night Long

• Hello

• Three Times a Lady

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

SINGER, DJ, KARAOKE

Ricky Riddermark

Retro-Inspired Millenial Singer-Songwriter Looking to Share His Craft

Ricky Riddermark is a Washington, DC-based fledgling singer-songwriter who is eager to pounce on any opportunity to grow his base for performing. With a background in musical theatre and a musicality inspired chiefly by rock-n-roll, doo-wop, and R&B from the 1950s and soft rock from the 1970s-80s, Ricky is an eclectic performer and self-described old soul who, in his own words, has said perhaps too often that he was probably born into the wrong generation. Regardless, Ricky hopes to captivate audiences, old or young, with his easygoing, laid-back retro style.

Sample Song List

1. Time After Time – Cyndi Lauper

2. Mona Lisa – Nat King Cole

3. Clocks – Coldplay

4. New York State of Mind – Billy Joel

5. Tiny Dancer – Elton John

6. Who’s Crying Now – Journey

7. Fever – Peggy Lee

8. Hit the Road Jack – Ray Charles

9. Love Potion No. 9 – The Clovers

10. Life on Mars? – David Bowie

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

Sage Snider

The Pirate Fiddler: Sage O’Silver Sets Sail with Song and Story

Sage O’Silver brings the spirit of the high seas to every stage with fiery fiddle, flatfoot dance, song, and story. She has performed everywhere from the Smithsonian to Renaissance festivals, blending traditional favorites with lively shanties and fiddle tunes that delight country and folk music fans—while adding her own whimsical pirate twist. Her shows range from gentle, nostalgic sets to engaging interactive performances, inviting audiences to clap, sing along, or simply enjoy the ride as they set sail together.

Sample Song List:

🎵 Standards

• Wild Mountain Thyme

• The Parting Glass

• All for Me Grog

• Drunken Sailor

• Dark Eyes

🎻 Instrumentals

• Csárdás

• Medley from Pirates of the Caribbean

• Bluegrass and Irish fiddle tunes

🪙 Originals

• Aye Be a Pirate

• The Pied Pirate

• The Eternal Swing (about pirate zombies)

• Were-Pirates (about werewolf pirates, and the audience becoming pirates)

🎭 Parodies

• Devil Went Down to Cuba (parody of Devil Went Down to Georgia)

• I’ve Sailed Everywhere (parody of I’ve Been Everywhere)

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, HARMONICA

Shree Awalegaonkar

Shree – Versatile Vocalist & Performer | Classic Rock, Pop, and Country Favorites

Shree performs classics from the 1960s to today—you’ll recognize the timeless tunes still heard on the radio. His repertoire spans classic rock, pop, and country, making every performance engaging and familiar.

He has been performing live in the area for several years, earning appreciation from audiences at wineries, breweries, retirement communities, and assisted living facilities.

Sample Song List

• Somewhere Over the Rainbow – Israel Kamakawiwoʻole

• Teach Your Children – Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

• Blowin’ in the Wind – Peter, Paul & Mary

• Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• Take Me Home, Country Roads – John Denver

• Rhinestone Cowboy – Glen Campbell

• I Walk the Line – Johnny Cash

• Can’t Help Falling in Love – Elvis Presley

• Sweet Caroline – Neil Diamond

• What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

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

LECTURER

Stephen Tow

Rock N Roll Historian

Stephen Tow conducts seminars on different eras/bands of rock n roll history at libraries and universities in the area. He has been an adjunct professor of history at Delaware Valley University since 1999 where he created a course on rock n roll history. As part of that, he arranged to have a number of prominent musicians talk to the students including members of The Kinks, The Byrds, Nirvana, Talking Heads, Patti Smith Group, Yes, Jethro Tull, The Go-Go’s, Chicago, and many others. In addition, he is the author of two music-related history books: London, Reign Over Me: How England’s Capital Built Classic Rock and The Strangest Tribe: How a Group of Seattle Rock Bands Invented Grunge.

LECTURER, THEATER, BASS

Sterling Harris

Sterling Harris has had a career as an actor, television producer, trainer, public speaker, mediator and developmental coach. He is an entertainment and history buff and loves creating and delivering presentations on famous figures, events and celebrated eras in history. An avid music fan as well, Sterling plays bass guitar in his jazz combo which performs at venues in the D.C. area.

SINGER, GUITAR, DRUMS

Stewart Burlew

Classics, rock, Motown, folk, and more.

DANCER

SuperNOVA (Monelle Little )

SuperNOVA Showgirls | Dazzling Cabaret, Burlesque & Showgirl Entertainment

SuperNOVA Showgirls will shower your event with shimmer and shimmies. Available for shows, festivals, parties, workshops, and special events throughout Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland, SuperNOVA delivers unforgettable, high-energy entertainment.

Their skills span cabaret, burlesque, Vegas-style showgirl acts, belly dance, and Bollywood dance. Featuring showgirls Honey LaBuzz and Orchid, SuperNOVA can present a wide range of performances—from polished stage shows and interactive audience experiences to strolling performances and photo appearances—customized to elevate any event.

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.

INSTRUMENTALIST, LECTURER

Thomas Teasley

Tom Teasley A World of Percussion

Tom Teasley is an award-winning, multidimensional sound artist specializing in ancient and futuristic percussion from around the world, combined with American jazz. He is a past Drummie Award recipient for Best World Percussionist and has received multiple Helen Hayes Awards and nominations for his work in live theater. Additionally, he has won numerous Wammie (Washington Area Music Association) World Music Awards.

His free-thinking approach has led to numerous international tours as a cultural envoy for the U.S. Department of State, including historic performances in Jerusalem, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, China, South Korea, and many other countries. These tours, along with his collaborations with master indigenous musicians and his passion for teaching, form the foundation of his dedication to sharing the universal language of music.

Tom’s educational activities are extensive and designed to reach a wide range of audiences. He has conducted workshops and performances at national and international festivals, conservatories, universities, high schools, and elementary schools. Some of the prestigious institutions where he has presented include the Eastman School of Music, Peabody Conservatory, China Conservatory, Korea Institute of the Arts, Muscat Festival (Oman), and PASIC (Percussive Arts Society International Convention), among many others. Additionally, he has shared his passion for music with students at hundreds of elementary, middle, and high schools worldwide.

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

Victoria Rosen

Professional Jazz & Soul Singer With 16 Years of International Experience

I am a professional jazz and soul singer with 16 years of international experience performing at upscale weddings and private events. I am available for bookings as a solo artist, in a duo, or with a full band. My repertoire features a blend of jazz standards, soulful ballads, and classic oldies.

🎵 Sample Song List:

• 🎼 Bésame Mucho – Andrea Bocelli

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

• 🎼 Don’t Know Why – Norah Jones

• 🎼 Fly Me to the Moon – Frank Sinatra

• 🎼 Just the Two of Us – Bill Withers

• 🎼 La Vie en Rose – Édith Piaf

• 🎼 Smooth Operator – Sade

• 🎼 What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong

• 🎼 Stand by Me – Ben E. King

• 🎼 Sunny – Bobby Hebb

• 🎼 Imagine – John Lennon

• 🎼 Yesterday – The Beatles

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

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

INSTRUMENTALIST - PEDAL HARP, FOLK HARP

Zoe Coppola

Conservatory-Trained Harpist Bringing Elegance & Emotion to Every Performance

Zoe is a conservatory-trained harpist with extensive experience as a solo performer, orchestral musician, therapeutic artist, and dedicated teacher. Clients have described her as an “unbelievable harpist” whose “incredibly beautiful music adds deep emotion” to every event.

She performs regularly throughout the Baltimore/Washington, D.C. area, including appearances at The Kennedy Center with In Series, Avanti Orchestra, the DC Youth Orchestra, and the Washington Chamber Orchestra. Zoe has also performed with the Mid-Atlantic Symphony, Washington Opera Society, Washington Harp Ensemble, Shakespeare Opera Theatre, Londontowne Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra of Northern Virginia, Alexandria Symphony, Fairfax City Band, McLean Symphony, and Salisbury Symphony.

Zoe frequently performs for High Tea at the Waldorf Astoria and Willard InterContinental hotels. Her recent collaborations include performances with notable artists such as Jenny Slate, Denyce Graves, Jennifer Nettles, and Joshua Bell.

With a diverse repertoire spanning multiple genres, Zoe carefully selects music to suit each event and setting. Her expressive playing and confident stage presence create a refined and memorable atmosphere.

Zoe performs on a stunning concert grand harp, which can be amplified for larger venues, and also offers the option of her Irish lever harp for more intimate settings where a softer, soothing sound is desired.

Sample Song List

🎵 All You Need Is Love — The Beatles
🎵 Amazing Grace — Traditional
🎵 Ave Maria — Franz Schubert
🎵 The Blue Danube — Johann Strauss II
🎵 Dodi Li — Traditional
🎵 Don’t Get Around Much Anymore — Duke Ellington
🎵 Down by the Riverside — Traditional
🎵 I’ve Got Rhythm — George Gershwin
🎵 Jesu, Joy of Man’s Desiring — J.S. Bach
🎵 Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow! — Jule Styne
🎵 Skye Boat Song — Traditional
🎵 The Music of the Night — Andrew Lloyd Webber