I was very young when I started Singing , Writing learning instruments. I grew up in a Very musical Family in Vermont!!!
What gear do you use?
I own Taylor and Martin guitars. I have owned Alvarez Yiari and My first guitar was a Yamaha. I mostly play and write on my 12 string. I also own several Keyboards which help me with my composing. My first instrument were Ukelele and Piano. I have no particular piece of music that is my favorite. My Musical tastes are all over the Place.
Who was your biggest musical influence growing up?
Joni Mitchell was a huge influence on me growing up. I loved her poetic lyrics and Mood setting Melodious vocals and Instrumentation.
Are you in a band? Have you been in bands?
I am a solo Artist most of the Time. I use back up musician for a full Band sound. I perform Live in different venues. I perform my own Originals and cover tunes. In showcasing and Concerts I only perform my Original tunes.
If you could jam with anyone, who would it be?
If I could perform with any One It would be Sting! I truly believe we would Perform together well. I think we could write a great song together.
What's the biggest audience you ever performed to? What's the smallest?
I have performed in front of Thousands for huge Celebrity Charitable Functions and In front of hundreds when showcasing in Concert Venues. Performing Live to Song Writer /Playwright/Tony Winner etc. Rupert Holmes (THE PINA COLADA SONG) one of his songs from his show "THE MYSTERY OF EDWIN DROOD " in front of a hundred people is a great Memory for me. I am sure he was just being kind when he said I sang it better than Judy Collins!
You're stuck on a desert island and only get to bring one album with you. What do you pick?
THAT WOULD BE "GETZ/GILBERTO. It Falls in the middle of All the sounds I love. It's timeless and part of my roots!