
“Awe-inspiring and talented musician.”
Chuck Agonito, Finger Lakes Times
About Michael
Michael George Gonzalez is a seasoned singer, guitarist, and composer with decades experience as a performer, bandleader, and educator. His sultry voice and versatile guitar work deliver dynamic, genre-bending performances—steeped in roots, jazz, folk, funk, and world music. His bands feature high-caliber musicians playing original music fueled by insightful lyrics, tight grooves, and strong improvisation.
As a teacher and facilitator Michael is a dedicated steward of the arts in his community. He provides weekly music enrichment programs for residence facilities, senior centers, and youth groups. In 2010 he founded FLIMA (Finger Lakes Independent Music Alliance) to curate community music events, enrichment programs, and workshops. Gonzalez serves as artistic director for the Geneva Jazz Festival-Scott Lafaro celebration, and is a producer/host of the FLIMA Beat Radio Hour every Saturday at 6:00PM on 104.1 FM WGCC.
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LoneGonzo ↗️
A versatile performance of music with roots, blues, jazz, rock, funk, soul, folk, pop, and world music. Solo, Duo, or Trio available to fit any event.

WhorlWood ↗️
Upbeat acoustic trio playing Americana, jazz-grass, and roots music. Featuring SAMMY winner Perry Cleaveland (mandolin), Doug Henrie (bass), Steve Imburgia (percussion).

Stargroove ↗️
A high-energy quintet with dual drummers locked into funk, fusion, and Afro-beat grooves.

The Gonztet ↗️
Jazz band playing swing, bebop, blues, the American songbook, and exciting original compositions.

Island Time String Band ↗️
A beach party band inspired by the music of Hawaii, Caribbean,
and Brazil. Featuring Michael Gonzalez (ukulele), Bobby Henrie (jazz guitar), Mitch Klicki (bass), and Steve Imburgia (percussion).

Noble Rebels ↗️
A guitar-driven outlaw band playing rockabilly, country blues, and rock n roll. Featuring Dave Richman (lead guitar), Doug Henrie (bass), and James Ralls (drums).

Background & Atmosphere Music
Solo instrumental guitar music (Jazz/Folk/Spanish).


