Jazz, The Great American Songbook
International Cabaret and Bossa Nova with special guest bassist Lou Pappas
This concert program highlights material that Sonny and Perley regularly draw from including Jazz, The Golden Age of Popular Song, (the Great American Songbook from 1920's through 1950's) the Great American Songbook - Post Golden Age, (well written, lasting songs from the 1960's through 1980's) International Cabaret, and Bossa Nova (Music that originated in Brazil, France and other Countries written by world acclaimed composers). Sonny and Perley interpret and perform the material in their own inimitable artistic style which incorporates elements of Music History, Art, Culture, Audience Engagement, Intimacy, and Artistic Creativity.
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Sonny and Perley
The exciting duo of Sonny and Perley achieves a rare musical symbiosis. This husband and wife team has spent the last 30 years developing and perfecting their unique blend of Jazz, Great American Songbook, Bossa Nova, and International Cabaret into what has become their musical signature. The magazine All About Jazz says : “They brightly meld lyricism, passion, and rhythm in a way that is both rich and exotic“. They have appeared in concerts, festivals, cabaret shows and private events from New York to Florida and in Europe. In 2013 Sonny and Perley had the distinct honor of presenting a prelude concert for legendary Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim. Their four CD releases have generated international airplay. It is in their live performances however, that they captivate audiences with their spontaneity, warmth, musical honesty and broad repertoire.
Bassist Louis Pappas
Adjunct Artist in Music Vasser College
B.A., The Metropolitan State College, Denver, CO; M.M., Colorado State University
Retired in the summer of 2006 as Bassist with the United States Military Academy Band, West Point, NY. As a member of the "Jazz Knights," has performed at jazz festivals across the United States, and with performers Byron Stripling, Clair Fischer, David Liebman, Michael Brecker, Steve Turre, James Williams and fellow bassist John Clayton. Mr. Pappas regularly conducts workshops and master classes, including appearances at the 1996 IAJE convention, the International Society of Bassists conventions in 2001, 2003 and 2005, the New York State Music Teachers Convention, and many high school, college and public school districts teachers workshops. Orchestra Performances with the Woodstock Chamber Orchestra, Chappaqua Chamber Orchestra, Hudson Valley Philharmonic, Westchester Philharmonic and is Principal Bass with the Greater Newburgh Symphony Orchestra. Former member of the Oklahoma City Symphony Orchestra and the Colorado Springs Symphony Orchestra. Studies with James Carroll and David Potter in Colorado, and Linda McKnight and Brian Torff in New York.