Category: About Gonzo
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WhorlWood Music
My acoustic group WhorlWood had a great time performing at Big Alice Brewing yesterday in Geneva, NY. We were discussing over one of our breaks how long we have been playing together. To our best estimates 2024 represents our eighth year. The unofficial first gig with the core trio of Michael Gonzalez (guitar), Perry Cleaveland…
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Empire Coffee & Donuts
I shot some sexy donut photographs yesterday for a small coffee shop in Geneva, NY. This place has quickly become a gem of the Finger Lakes in only about eighteen months. The proprietor Dan Goodwin saw a potential niche for an independent coffee shop and cafe…that made truly fresh donuts.
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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…
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FLIMA on YouTube
I founded the Finger Lakes Independent Music Association (FLIMA) in 2010. In the years since we have worked to create opportunities for musicians to network, connect, and mentor each other. FLIMA also advocated for musician’s fair pay, creative freedom, and professional development. And we curate and produce programming to engage the community through the arts.…
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Becky Cooley
“It has been a joy to see my daughter learn and grow. She has gained confidence in learning the music and in her voice. Her teacher’s style is to encourage, support, and understand. He has a relaxed manner that makes it fun and positive.”
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Support My Work
In my 25 years as a creative arts professional, the landscape has changed dramatically. The advance of technology and prevalence of personal electronic devices have impacted the earning potential in creative fields. With these tools at hand – now almost anyone can pursue work in areas of music, graphic design, photography, copywriting, illustration, web development,…
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Geneva Jazz Jam–March
The Geneva Jazz Jam happens the first Tuesday of the month. Bobby Henrie (guitar) and the house band kicks off at 6PM. Then we open up the stage for a jazz jam until 9PM. Full sound support and backline provided by FLIMA Alliance. Horn players and singers are encouraged to attend. This is part of…
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Microclimate Wine Bar
My trio “SolPhi” played here last Saturday! Make sure you get into Microclimate Wine Bar to experience this Finger Lakes gem. Impeccable wine and beer selections and exquisite food menu too. Shared via: Geneva Business Improvement District #LoneGonzo #SolPhiMusic
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Geneva Jazz Fest 2024
I’m excited to be working on the second annual Geneva Jazz Festival + Scott Lafaro Celebration. This event is a collaboration between the FLIMA Alliance and FLX Music 247. This year I’m back as the Artistic Director to help plan, secure talent, and manage the promotions and graphic design. Tickets are on sale now and…
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Subscribe to my Channel
Hey Gang! My YouTube channel needs 21 (now down to 3 ) more subscribers to unlock my mobile livestream capabilities. Please help by sharing and subscribing so I can start to broadcast on this platform. Thank you! UPDATE: Thanks everyone! We made it to 50. Now I can livestream via mobile device to my YouTube…
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Music Lesson Openings
Hey Gang! I have openings for new students in 2024. All ages and experience levels are welcome. Students can choose in-person lessons, or online sessions for a variety of instruments and techniques. Gift Certificates are also available from my online shop.
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Stargroove at Lakedrum
Here’s a clip of my original song “Belong” performed by my band Stargroove. For the Thanksgiving (Eve) Throw Down my band Stargroove played an impromptu show in Geneva, NY on November 22, 2023. Hosted by Lake Drum Brewing. Here’s a clip from the show with us performing my original song “Belong”. Featuring Anson Stiles (bass),…
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“Follow Me” Demo Recording
In October I was invited down to Glob Studio in Ithaca, NY to record some demos of my newer songs. These are tunes that will appear on forthcoming album releases. This is my original song “Follow Me” that I wrote in 2017. I was asked to perform as a featured songwriter for the Women’s March…
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FLIMA Beat
New Year, New FLIMA!Our programs and events depend on community support. These days it feels more and more difficult to reach people on social media. Each time they update the algorithm, our posts get less interaction. We’re pivoting away from social media towards our website, patreon, and direct communication with our supporters. The goal is…
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Tuesdays On The Terrace Tee
This custom T-shirt was designed by Ostaga Music to commemorate the fourth season of “Tuesdays On The Terrace”. The summer concert series is a collaboration between the Finger Lakes Independent Music Association (FLiMA) and the Geneva Public Library. All proceeds will go to benefit FLiMA’s music programs including this one. Thank you for your support!
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Music Video Shoot for New Album “XXI”
Human faces are very powerful. User Experience designer Aarron Walter describes in his book Designing for Emotion why we appreciate human faces so much. He explains that we are constantly exploring the world around us by looking for something familiar. Familiarity gives us a feeling of comfort and reassurance. When we see a face, we…
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Album Launch Party at Reef
Jelly-o cake chocolate bar marzipan. Jelly tootsie roll liquorice pastry brownie donut. Chocolate cake soufflé chocolate tiramisu cake candy cake sesame snaps. Sweet roll danish chocolate bar chupa chups tiramisu lemon drops. Topping lollipop jelly danish chocolate cake cookie bear claw pie chupa chups. Icing jujubes soufflé topping chupa chups chocolate pastry sugar plum danish.…
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Hip-hop Magic
Melbourne is the coastal capital of the southeastern Australian state of Victoria. At the city’s centre is the modern Federation Square development, with plazas, bars, and restaurants by the Yarra River.
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Triumph at this discovery
If we trace a path that starts with Gutenberg’s use of moveable type to Malcom McLean’s invention of the shipping container, we start to recognize a very interesting pattern: Each new layer of abstraction and standardization creates value out of the resulting increases in scale and efficiency. Today’s digital innovators can trace a similar historical…
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Human Faces in Web Design
Human faces are very powerful. User Experience designer Aarron Walter describes in his book Designing for Emotion why we appreciate human faces so much. He explains that we are constantly exploring the world around us by looking for something familiar. Familiarity gives us a feeling of comfort and reassurance. When we see a face, we…
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Beautiful Landscape
Ice cream cotton candy powder pudding. Caramels pie jelly sweet roll marzipan croissant tiramisu. Icing sugar plum fruitcake marzipan powder powder bonbon cheesecake apple pie. Jelly beans dessert caramels. Macaroon dragée cotton candy carrot cake liquorice lemon drops. Biscuit powder icing tootsie roll dessert. Powder fruitcake caramels ice cream. Gingerbread bonbon gingerbread liquorice pie sesame…
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