http://www.tejassinghmusic.com/ Tejas Singh is an Indian American singer/songwriter from the Washington D.C. suburbs. Tejas' sound mixes elements from singer/songwriters like John Mayer and Ben Harper with strong vocals, genre-bending, pop […]
The Ryan Benton Jazz Duo features Ryan on piano, guitar and vocals, with Chris Marsh on upright bass. Ryan, with a degree in music from James Madison University, has been performing blues, pop, jazz and rock in acoustic and electric acts for over 25 years. Ryan and Chris will play jazz and soul as part of the Spotlight on the Arts Spring Festival. You can also see Ryan playing with The Voodoo Blues, Benton and McKay, Mangione and Benton Jazz as well as solo and with other groups.
Since graduating high school, Danny has dedicated himself to playing and teaching music. He spent some time at George Mason University, honing his skills as an overall musician and jazz drummer. During the early pandemic, like many others, he took up to making music videos on YouTube and has fallen in love with that platform. Recently, Danny has continued to play solo acoustic shows, and set himself in full motion to put together a band.
Showcasing local Fairfax artists with artwork inspired or based on music. Our theme, “Love the Music, See the Art.” We are highlighting nearly 50 selective artworks from some of the diverse artists we have here in the Fairfax area. This is a FREE event to attend but bring your wallet to be a patron for our artists and Spotlight on the Arts.
Laura is a talented singer/songwriter living in the DC Area and has performed across the country with her acoustic duo 'Brave Like Us'. She has gained notoriety with her powerful vocals and lively performances. Currently Laura plays venues all around the DC Metro area covering all your favorite hits and some classics too.
More than just your average acoustic duo, Elemental Alibi is a musical experience. With a lifetime of performance experience, Carl and Danielle offer a fantastic mix of professionalism and talent. Trading vocals and styles, they move from one genre to another, recreating hits of today and classics from decades past flawlessly. It is almost as if the songs were meant for their unique style.
Traditional Cinco de Mayo music consists of many genres of music including Mariachi, Meringue, Salsa, and Latin. These styles of music range from strolling stringed instruments of mariachi bands to the fast, upbeat music that people love for dancing……and drinking!!!
Ethiopian-American vocalist Munit Mesfin and Argentine-American guitarist Cristian Perez bring soulful renditions of jazz standards, oldies and pop songs. Munit is an Ethiopian singer and songwriter best known for working in a duo with German vocalist and guitarist Jӧrg Pfeil. She sings in her mother tongue Amharic and English, with inspiration from traditional Ethiopian songs. Some of her music includes vocalization without words. Cristian weaves together genres from throughout the world with a strong foundation in classical, jazz and South American music. He had the honor of being an Artist in Residence at Strathmore for the class of 2014-2015.
The Quentin Walston Trio is heralded as "stunning" and "impeccable" by Clarke Monthly. This trio blends memorable melodies and striking rhythms with adventurous improvisations. The trio will be performing exciting originals from the group’s latest release, “The Good Book Suite” as well as jazz standards from bebop and beyond. This trio’s foot-tapping, fun, and energetic sound is one you don’t want to miss!
Tejas Singh is an Indian American singer/songwriter from the Washington D.C. suburbs. Tejas' sound mixes elements from singer/songwriters like John Mayer and Ben Harper with strong vocals, genre-bending, pop focused melodies and instrumental hooks.
Shanna in a Dress is your quirky best friend, and you'll get an uncensored show of clever humor and heartbreak with a hefty side of entertainment. This witty wordsmith is known for making audiences laugh and cry, sometimes in the same song. Think Jason Mraz mixed with Ingrid Michaelson all wrapped up in a sweet voice accented by guitar, piano, and ukulele. Shanna started her career at the University of Virginia and is now based in Nashville. In 2020, Shanna was a winner in the Kerrville New Folk competition, winner of the Great River Folk Fest Song Competition, a semi-finalist in Songwriter Serenade, and a Grassy Hill Emerging Artist at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival.
Hall Vote is a singer songwriter out of Centreville, Virginia. He has performed as the lead singer for The Boneshakers (“Oh So Black”-Cellar Door Records) for nearly 15 years. He also performs as a singer and trumpet player for the Norfolk-based group, Savannah. Currently, he has developed a solo acoustic act where one might hear their favorite tune from the 60’s ,70s, 80s, or 90's but current hits are a must.
Field Shaman is the AKA for Richard Sheehe, a Fairfax City-based guitarist and singer, performing regionally as a solo artist and bandleader for more than two decades. Bassist Eric Kritzler joins for this duo performance of classic rock and curated deep tracks from the 60s-today -- and featuring a special showcase set of originals from Field Shaman's Laurentide album (available at CD Cellar, Amazon and streaming on Spotify.)
More than just your average acoustic duo, Elemental Alibi is a musical experience. With a lifetime of performance experience, Carl and Danielle offer a fantastic mix of professionalism and talent. Trading vocals and styles, they move from one genre to another, recreating hits of today and classics from decades past flawlessly. It is almost as if the songs were meant for their unique style.
Jon Fritz has been performing professionally in the Washington DC area since 1996 mostly as a solo act but also as front man for various duos, trios & bands. He also lived and performed for 10 years in Central & South America and Mexico. His style of interpreting the music of other artists and his passionate stage performances are what sets him apart from other local talent as well as his professionalism and attention to giving a venue what they seek musically. His song repertoire covers Elvis Presley, Beatles & Frankie Valli thru the great classics of the 70's & 80's. With alternative 90's music making a strong comeback, JON FRITZ has added to his song list many bands from that great era including Foo Fighters, Counting Crows, Collective Soul & Live.
There's something about a good song. It can define a moment, a night, an era, or a lifetime. It can unite a crowd of people in motion, or it can blend seamlessly into the ambiance of a space. Successful musical careers are difficult to attain, but a good song can come from anywhere. From Steve Winwood to Tom Waits along with his own songs, Greg wants to become part of the tapestry.
Victor has been playing the Northern Virginia area for many years. He is a self-taught musician with 30 years of live performances. You’ll enjoy his guitar and vocals while performing hit country and rock music from 1960's and up to the current scene.
Tejas Singh is an Indian American singer/songwriter from the Washington D.C. suburbs. Tejas' sound mixes elements from singer/songwriters like John Mayer and Ben Harper with strong vocals, genre-bending, pop focused melodies and instrumental hooks.
Tamara Mae Dovell is a soulful singer songwriter from Jeffersonton, Virginia. She performs solo and as a duo with Ronald Fletcher, playing mostly tasteful original music in Northern Virginia. Tamara started writing music as therapy for herself, hoping to connect to as many people as possible. Tamara's music can best be described as a mix between blues, country and folk.
Justina Beth-El has a passion for writing raw, uncensored lyrics and emotive melodies and has so from an early age. She followed her passion through multiple musical outlets leading her to launch her professional music career in 2015 as the lead singer, songwriter and arranger for the DC area band, L.A.T.O. Every performance is a new experience that cannot be replicated and an opportunity to connect with people in an unconventional way.
Lucas Mason reimagines covers you know from the 70’s to today and introduces you to ones you don’t. Rooted in Blues and reaching for the funk, Lucas always delivers layered acoustic and electric sets that remember cigarettes in bars, American cars, and whiskey. Smooth harmonies and tight loop work help Lucas dig in and help you groove, vacate, and relax.
More than just your average acoustic duo, Elemental Alibi is a musical experience. With a lifetime of performance experience, Carl and Danielle offer a fantastic mix of professionalism and talent. Trading vocals and styles, they move from one genre to another, recreating hits of today and classics from decades past flawlessly.
Kenny is a professional musician and songwriter with over 25 years’ experience performing live, recording in the studio, teaching, and as an accompanist. His primary instruments are the piano, keyboards, guitar, and bass. He is currently performing locally featuring classic rock, swing, country, Motown, and music of today.
Rick Landers - vocals/guitar; and Heartland (Ron Goad - backup vocals/percussion; John Werntz - bass; and Jim Nagle - dobro) perform mostly originals and a few select covers. Rick was recently invited to record at Cabin Studios, owned by Les Thompson (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band co-founder with Jackson Browne). His original song "Angel on the Wing" recently (2021) won a Songwriters of Washington Award. Rick also publishes Guitar International Magazine (2005 to 2022) and has interviewed legends of the guitar; Les Paul, Slash, Jose' Feliciano; songwriter Jimmy Webb, Buddy Guy and many more; most recent: Eric Gales, Mark Warner (Grand Funk); Jim McCarty (The Yardbirds); and John Hall (Orleans).
Tre. Charles is a driven, charismatic, and thoughtful artist who connects with his audience through music that is both warm and deeply personal; his vocals are luscious and soulful and suffuses the arrangement with an atmosphere of weary resilience, as if Charles is casually carrying the weight of the world.
King Street Bluegrass are 2021 Wammie award finalists, with blues, folk, and country influences. Although based in DC, the members have rural, farm and coal miner family roots, from the mountains of West Virginia, Pennsylvania and Southern Virginia. They have been entertaining audiences with familiar bluegrass, country, Americana and original tunes since 2008.
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