Finger Lakes Times – Feature

I’ve been working around the clock on the 2nd annual Geneva Jazz Festival + Scott Lafaro Celebration (April 4-7, 2024). This is event is a passion project not only rooted in my love of jazz music, but also my appreciation of history. And the pride I feel for my (current) home city Geneva, NY. I serve as the Artistic Director of the event and it’s produced through a partnership between my organization the FLIMA Alliance and FLX Music 247.

I was interviewed about it by veteran journalist Louise Broach, for a feature in our regional newspaper The Finger Lakes times. It’s a lot of work and late nights handling all the design, promotions, and logistics for the festival. But these moments remind me what a special thing we’re creating and how proud I am to be a part of it.

I’ve been working around the clock on the 2nd annual Geneva Jazz Festival + Scott Lafaro Celebration (April 4-7, 2024). This is event is a passion project not only rooted in my love of jazz music, but also my appreciation of history. And the pride I feel for my (current) home city Geneva, NY. I…



LONE  GONZO

LONE GONZO


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WHORLWOOD

WHORLWOOD


A dynamic acoustic trio (mandolin, acoustic guitar, string bass) with music inspired by Americana, roots, folk, and world music.
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STARGROOVE

STARGROOVE


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THE  GONZTET

THE GONZTET


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NOBLE  REBELS

NOBLE REBELS


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ISLAND  TIME

ISLAND TIME


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