Adrienne Nims
Allison Adams Tucker
Allegato
Alli and the Cats
John Cain
Katie Catinella
Juan Manuel Morones
Jose Molina Serrano
Miguel Angel
Jesus Garcia
Ossie Arciniega
The Jim Gala Trio
No Fear Music
Kristi Rickert Peterson
Adrienne Nims's passionate energy and dazzling musicianship as a solo artist and with talented bands create an inspiring and unforgettable entertainment experience. Her dynamic, sensual voice on the saxophones, flutes and many more global indigenous instruments express not only a vast array of musical culture and style, but the magic and mystery of life.
Adrienne was born in Colorado, raised in New England, started playing piano at the age of 5, and quickly moved on to flute and then saxophone upon hearing her musician grandfather play. She studied music at the University of Massachusetts, Michigan U., New England Conservatory and the Boston Symphony Orchestra while perfroming in New England Conservatory ensembles as a teenager. She continued her studies at Ithaca College in New York where she was featured as a guest artist in numerous Cornell University faculty concerts focusins primarily on jazz, electronic and international music.
With terrific musicianship and a unique brand of humor Cain performs a vast, international repertoire of Jazz, Blues, Latin, Oldies, International Standards as well as original songs. He sings in five languages, plays piano, harmonica, guitar, bass and accordion.
John Cain is one of the busiest musicians in the biz. Go to his website at www.johncain.info to see what he's doing and where he is. (Go to "Links.")
He is currently touring as an author promoting his latest book "Life's A Good Gig." As an author, Cain offers an entertaining, fun and educational musical performance, in recital halls at libraries, arts centers, college campuses and large piano retailers. The performance is uplifting, funny and motivational.
In the Community:
John Cain is active in the local community as a docent for the Advocates for Classical Music giving seminars on classical music and symphony orchestras to elementary school children. He also gives seminars/performances on the history of American Jazz and Latin American music to Jr. High, High School and college students.
San Diego Jazz Vocalist Katie Catinella studied classical voice as an undergraduate at San Francisco State University. After graduating with a minor in music, she honed her vocal skills in a variety of Bay area ensembles, including the Oakland Symphony Chorus. A chance invitation to join a jazz ensemble introduced her to the Great American Songbook and ignited her passion for jazz singing.
She enrolled at The Jazz School in Berkeley, California, where her teachers included the reknowned vocalists Kitty Margolis and Weslia Whitfield. Performance venues in her native northern California have included The Purple Onion in San Francisco, The Majestic Hotel in San Francisco and Kelly's of Alameda. Since moving to Southern California, she has performed at The Catalina Marathon's 30th Anniversary Celebration, Tapenade Restaurant in La Jolla, Vigilucci's Restaurant in La Jolla and Winestyles in Encinitas. She has been a guest singer at Anthology, Humphrey's Backstage Lounge and The Tangier Lounge at The Bahia Hotel in San Diego and Shooters Lounge at the Sheraton Hotel in La Jolla.
Allison Adams Tucker was born in San Diego, California. Allison’s passion and affinity for song began before she could speak. With a mother classically trained, and a father who is an avid violinist and guitarist, she was surrounded by music and learned to appreciate and perform all genres.
From kindergarten through university, Allison studied dance and music, performed in musicals, choirs, chorales, and ensembles around the country, and earned a BA in Humanities with a Minor in Music Vocal Performance. She began writing gospel music in high school, toured the Midwestern states in her twenties singing alternative rock and pop, and has gone on to perform as a vocalist in various venues and capacities, including special events, weddings, churches, memorials, nightclubs, sporting events, and recording studios in the United States and Japan. Additionally, Allison draws from her musical experience and education as a vocal instructor, specializing in jazz, blues, R&B, pop, musicals, and country styles.
Allegato – World, Latin, & Japanese ensembles are available for festivals, cultural events, concerts, and special events encouraging international awareness and appreciation.
Bridging sounds of the East & West - wrapped with a ribbon of jazz. Allegato performs a collage of melodies and lyrics of music from around the globe, including songs from Japan, Brazil, France, Italy, Argentina, Cuba, and Mexico - A truly international music experience.
Allegato ensembles are available from 4-9 piece, and can be mixed and match depending on the theme and budget of the event. Musicians: Latin guitar, piano, Japanese koto harp, flute, violin, world percussion, and contrabass.
Allegato World: Music in Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, French, Italian, and English
Allegato Latin: Music in Spanish, Portuguese, French, and Italian or a focus on one country
Allegato Japanese: Music of Japan
Why, you ask? The cultural and linguistic differences between Japan and Latin-based cultures are so significant that they are almost mirror images of each other, perfect opposites in many ways, yet with underlying parallels. Lead singer Allison has had a love affair with both sides of the mirror for almost two decades, so it seemed only natural to fuse them together in an effort to bring more clarity to each side - not to mention the great musical combination they make! Japanese traditional music captures the purity of nature, the introspection and celebration of life, and the heart of a child. Mix this with the spicy Latin passion of romance, hardship, and beauty, and we find common ties for all of us.
Allegato – A world of meaning: A phonetic sister to “Arigato” in Japanese, the Italian expression that describes being ‘closely bound together’, the musical term describing smooth melodies, and a collision of Alli with her musical mascot, the Cat (or ‘Gato’ to our Latin friends). Put it together and what do you have? Allegato – Thank You! It is the gift of music that smoothens our differences and binds us.
Alli & the Cats bring you a classic international jazz experience, combining favorite music from the past and present from around the globe. From festivals to restaurants, corporate events to weddings, and private parties, Alli & the Cats offer sophisticated live entertainment, drenched in style that moves you, and custom designed to create the perfect ambiance for your special event.
In addition to the swing, blues, and ballads of the Great American Songbook, Allison and her band spice up the mix with French, Latin, and Brazilian music. With a varied Song List, Alli & the Cats are ideal for international venues, cultural events, and special theme parties. You can refer to the Song List on this page.
The core ensemble includes Vocalist Allison Adams Tucker with piano / keys, drums, and upright bass. Cats ensembles from 2-8 piece accompany Allison with additional musicians on guitar, flute, saxophone, horns, violin, and worldbeat percussion for a custom-designed sound to match and enhance your event atmosphere.
Juan Manuel Morones was born in Chihuahua, Mexico, was educated in Mexico City. As a child his family owned and operated nightclubs in Mexico where famous musicians and singers would perform. Because he was always in the presence of all the greats of Latin music, he felt shy and kept his songwriting talents hidden for years. After some years passed he finally came out of his shell and found that many established singers and artists wanted to record his songs.
His CD "Mi Inspiracion" is a collection of some of his greatest songs plus some new ones he was inspired to write from his unfortunate experience with blindness. Yet he sings a positive message of the kindness, support and love he has recieved from friends and lovers of his talent, music and his soul.
Juan has a charismatic voice that emotes romance, love, passion and hope.
Jose Molina Serrano, born in Mazatlan, Mexico in 1948, came to the USA in Dec/1967. Jose Serrano grew up next door to the legendary Carlos Santana. As nine year old children, the two played in the streets together and Serrano still remembers Santana's mother calling the young Carlos in to practice his violin. But, Serrano, notes with gleeful pride, "when Carlos moved over to play the acoustic guitar, I said 'YES' ... and that became my instrument, too."
Jose played backup for: Bo Didley, John Lee Hooker, Thelma Houston, The Olympics. He was personal assistant for Carlos Santana 1996/1997. He has been writing original music for over 25 years, and "ONLY BY GRACE" released on April 2nd 2000 is his first CD.
His life story has been documented in the book "Life's A Good Gig," by John Cain and in the documentary movie "Rock 'n' Roll Made in Mexico: From Evolution to Revolution."
Jose currently performs with his own band in top jazz venues and appears frequently in Las Vegas with the tribute band "Viva Santana."
Miguel Angel Espinoza Borjas was born in the city of Cañete, Perú. Miguel started singing Peruvian “música criolla” at the age of 12 . He started singing in a program of the National Radio of Peru called “La Guardia Nueva,” or the “New Guard,” conducted by Cecilia del Risco,La Dama del Verso “The Lady of Poetry.” He won second place in the first contest of Radio America with a group called “Juventud Victoria Criolla.” In 1986 he came to the U.S., but it wasn’t until 1988 that he found some Peruvian musicians he had met in Peru and started to sing again. With his first gig he won best interpreter in the city of San Diego, where he currently resides. He has also coordinated shows in San Diego for Peruvian stars such as Eva Ayllon, Lucia de la Cruz, Edith Barr, Armonia Criolla and the great Peru Negro, in order to support the music he so passionately loves. His second musical release “Horas de Amor,” has great musicians such as Oscar Cavero, guitarist for Eva Ayllon, Julian Jimenez, guitarist for Cecilia Barraza and arranger Mariano Liy. He dedicates this last release with all his love and respect to the fans who have always supported him. Arriba el Perú!
Miguel Angel Espinoza Borjas nacio en la ciudad de Cañete, Perú. Miguel comenzo a cantar música criolla peruana a los 12 años. El comenzo en el progama radial de Radio Nacional del Perú LA GUARDIA NUEVA conducido por LA DAMA DEL VERSO Cecilia del Risco. Gano el segundo puesto en el primer concurso que realizara Radio America con la agrupación Juventud Victoria Criolla. En 1986 vino a los Estados Unidos de Norteamerica; pero ya el año 1988 vuelve a cantar en este pais con grandes musicos que ya habia conocido en el PERU. Con su primer trabajo musical gano el primer puesto como mejor interprete en la Ciudad de San Diego ciudad donde el reside. Tambien el coordino las primeras presentaciones en San Diego de Artista Peruanos...como Eva Ayllon, Lucia de la Cruz, Edith Barr, Armonia Criolla y la gran agrupación PERU NEGRO; trabajo que apasionadamente a el le encanta. En su segundo trabajo musical HORAS DE AMOR esta acompañado de grandes musicos tales como: Oscar Cavero (guitarrista de Eva Ayllon) Julian Jimenez (guitarrista de Cecilia Barraza,Cecilia Bracamonte y mucho más).Tambien esta Mariano Liy quien fue el arreglista y coordinador de este trabajo quien es grande como musico y arreglista.(acompaña a varios artista y la exelentisima Tania Libertad). Miguel dedica este trabajo musical con mucho amor y respeto a todos sus fans quien siempre lo apoyan...ARRIBA PERU.
Exciting international tenor Jesús Garcia sings a variety of love songs in Spanish and English. Born in Mexico, Jesus started his music career at the Conservatory Darius Milhaud in Aix-En-Provence, France. He sang opera and opereta touring the south of France for several years. He is fluent in Italian, French, Spanish and English.
Latin Romantic Songs were never better
interpreted.Ossie is a Peruvian recording artist. Known for his interpretations of
ancient legends, Ossie's rich voice and evocative recordings have earned him fans around the world. He combines elements from all the Latin America's music and he excels at finding modern themes within old material. Ossie also composes many of the song he sings.
With over 20 years of performing experience, Ossie is a seasoned
professional performer who dazzles his audience with his vocal styling of Latin favorites. It’s a pleasure to hear his sultry rich tones to 'Estrella Azul.' Ossie engages his audience, he instinctively knows how to transmit the essence of the song through the lyric and the melody.
His warmth comes through musically and through his smile. Ossie loves to relate to his listeners as if they were members of his own family, which to him they are!
Those who hear Ossie sing continually comment that they love to
see him perform because he is always smiling and giving himself to his listeners.
Also, Ossie is also a fine guitarist and very often adds his special sound to the music he performs
The JIM GALA TRIO- Jim Gala is an extraoridinary jazz pianist from New York. Accompanied by Virtuoso bassist Jeff Denson and phenominally melodic drummer Marly Waak. Gala's style and aproach to jazz piano is unique. No one else plays like him. It has been said that if his music were paintings they would be impresionistic in style-beautiful colors and shapes of sound blending into surprising forms. He is much admired by other jazz pianists. He has recorded two CDs.
Jesús Henandez-Piano, David Defries-Trumpet and Flugelhorn, Valantín Iturat-Drums, Juan Masana-Bass. To hear samples of their music. You can also check out their website: nofearmusic.port5.com or nofearmusic@jazzfree.com
Kristi Rickert has been delighting San Diego audiences with her unique blend of standard jazz, pop and show tunes , performing in many of San Diego's finest piano rooms since moving here from the midwest 17 years ago. Her elegant and intimate vocal style and strong accompanying skills have twice earned her San Diego Magazine's Best Piano Bar Pianist award.
Having recently performed at La Valencia Hotel, Bertrand at Mr A's and the Westgate Hotel, Ms Rickert has returned to the quiet and elegant intimacy of the Top O' the Cove Restaurant, where she was a popular performer for six years in the 90's before leaving to write the score for a musical with her sister, Winnie Hiller, a playwright and performer well-known to the Los Angeles area.
Hailing from the Midwest, Ms Rickert grew up in a very musical family. Her father was an operatic singer with a doctorate in Vocal Education who had toured as a big band singer in his youth. Kristi was training her voice and her ear and singing in her father's choirs from the earliest age, listening to and loving the music of the great standard jazz composers: Gershwin, Ellington, Harold Arlen, Cole Porter, Rogers and Hart and many more. Her primary love, however, was never opera and classical music, and she joined her first rock band, playing bass guitar, at the tender age of 11. Kristi continued playing in dance bands through high school, and after graduation, decided to begin touring with her current band.
Touring all throughout the Midwest, Ms Rickert also performed for longer periods of time on Nantucket Island, in San Francisco, in New York City, and in Scottsdale Arizona, performing everything from Top 40 rock to country to jazz to Big Band music. Her education was grabbed whenever and wherever she landed for any length of time.
Recently Kristi has felt called to work once again in collaberation with other musicians; to be free to stand and focus completely on singing. When invited to record a live CD with piano virtuoso Joe Fos, she jumped at the chance. Rickert and Fos enlisted the aid of well known local bassist Bill Andrews, and rehearsals began for the "Live at Dark Thirty" album.
An avid vocal coach and dedicated church musician as well as performer, Kristi is Director of Music Ministry at Pacific Church of Religious Science. She continues to compose inspirational music, both alone and with her sister Winnie. Now that she has been bitten by the "recording bug", she is ready to begin work on a CD of original music.