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WhorlWood @ Ithaca Beer Co.
UPDATE: 10:52am — This is now a trio show featuring my acoustic project WhorlWood. Michael Gonzalez (aka LoneGonzo) returns to Microclimate Wine Bar in Geneva, NY. This time he’s bringing his acoustic trio WhorlWood to perform from 7-10PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots,…
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WhorlWood @ Microclimate
UPDATE: 10:52am — This is now a trio show featuring my acoustic project WhorlWood. Michael Gonzalez (aka LoneGonzo) returns to Microclimate Wine Bar in Geneva, NY. This time he’s bringing his acoustic trio WhorlWood to perform from 7-10PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots,…
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Mobile Test
Trying to find a better way to post to my website from a smart phone.
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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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WhorlWood @ Big Alice 4/26
UPDATE: 10:52am — This is now a trio show featuring my acoustic project WhorlWood. Michael Gonzalez (aka LoneGonzo) returns to Big Alice Brewing in Geneva, NY. This time he’s bringing his acoustic trio WhorlWood to perform from 5-8PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots,…
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WhorlWood Live 4/21
Enjoy sweeping views of Seneca Lake along with tasty food and award winning wines at Zugibe Vineyards. WhorlWood returns to Zugibe Vineyards for an afternoon show this Sunday, April 21 from 1-4:00PM. This dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians playing music infused with roots, blues, jazz, folk, and world music…
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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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I Quit
St. Patrick’s Day will always hold special meaning for me. On March 17, 2010 I finally kicked my cigarette habit. After many years of smoking I finally summoned the willpower to give up the nasty habit. I wrote a haiku to commemorate the achievement. If you smoke hope that you will try to quit. It’s…
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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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FLIMA Tuesdays–Feb 27
FLIMA Tuesdays is back next week with an Open Mic + Jam theme.
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