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FLIMA Flashback
The Xtempo Music Lab is one of the original community music programs created by FLIMA Alliance. It was born more than a decade ago. 100% spontaneous musical sounds created in 7 minute experiments by the players on hand each night. Here’s a spooky clip from 2022 at Twisted Rail Brewing Geneva. #FLIMA is looking for…
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World of Music
Guitarist Michael George Gonzalez and percussionist Steve Imburgia present a world music program. This event is part performance and part discussion, exploring the music that has spawned from African rhythms. Music from west Africa, to South America, to the Caribbean, Latin America and the southern United States. Made possible with support from the Genesee Valley…
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World Music Program
Guitarist Michael George Gonzalez and percussionist Steve Imburgia present a world music program. This event is part performance and part discussion, exploring the music that has spawned from African rhythms. Music from west Africa, to South America, to the Caribbean, Latin America and the southern United States. Made possible with support from the Genesee Valley…
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Radio Interview 98.5 FM
I had a great time talking to Jim Schreck live on air about the 2nd annual Geneva Jazz Festival. I’m the co-founder and artistic director of this this event and am so honored to get to work on some such a special concert series. The festival is co-produced by FLIMA Alliance and FLX Music 247.…
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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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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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Geneva Jazz Jam–February
FEBRUARY 6, 2024 – GENEVA JAZZ JAM__________________________________________The monthly Geneva Jazz Jam happens on the first Tuesday of the month. The house band will warm up the night with an opening set at 6pm…followed by an open jazz jam. Horn players and singers are encouraged to attend. Plus there will be a house drum kit and…
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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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XTempo Music Lab
The December edition of XTempo Music Lab was a fun night! We didn’t have a big turn out of musicians but the few of us that were there got ton make the most of it. Thanks to James Ralls (drums) and Zach Cutlip (bass) for rounding out the trio with Michael Gonzalez (guitar) and taking…
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Song Circle “Folk Night”
Join us for our weekly gathering of FLIMA Tuesdays. The theme this week is the Song Circle. Join us at Twisted Rail from 6-9pm. Located at 499 Exchange Street in Geneva, NY. The FLIMA Song Circle is a fun and inclusive music experience. It’s kind of cross between an open mic and a campfire sing…
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World Music Journey 11/29
FLIMA Productions proudly presents an evening of eclectic music featuring renowned multi-instrumentalist and composer Matt Venuti. This “World Music Journey” will take you on an exploratory journey of rhythms, moods, and soundscapes with flavors from around the globe. Venuti will be joined by long-time collaborator percussionist Steve Imbrugia plus Lone Gonzo (guitar) and Mitch Klick…
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Jazz Jam 11/16 🎶
FLIMA Productions curates and hosts a variety of community music events and concerts. “FLIMA Wednesdays” happens every week at Rio Tomatlan restaurant in Canandaigua, NY with a different music theme. This week was the Jazz Jam featuring Craig Snyder (guitar).
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XTempo Music Lab 11/15 🎶
XTempo Music Lab by FLIMA Music Nights The November edition of #XTempoMusic happens tonight from 6-9pm! #FLiMA provides a full sound system (mains, monitors, mics) and a backline (drums, bass + guitar amp). Everyone is welcome to join in one of the 7-minute jams. Pick up a house instrument…or bring your own! Hosted by Michael…
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FLIMA Ukulele Night
Ukulele Night is back!We’re talking all things ukulele for this week’s edition of FLIMA Tuesdays. Each week we host a different music-themed event at Twisted Rail in downtown Geneva, NY. Host and ukulele instructor Lone Gonzo will be there to answer questions, offer guidance, and lead some sing/strum alongs. This event is free and open…
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