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Cool Club Trio
I’m excited to get to play with The Cool Club trio featuring Rick Hoyt. A prolific guitarist and songwriter based in the Finger Lakes. We return to Once Finger Lakes on Friday, October 25 for a happy hour show from 4:30-6:30PM. Rounding out the trio is myself (guitar + vocals) and Doug Henrie (upright bass).
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WhorlWood On Linden
Whoa! Last night was a doozy. First we setup the full sound system and equipment. During the soundcheck we were approached by a wedding party celebrating at a bar across from us. “We curated a special playlist for this reception. We’re afraid that your music will drown ours out. Can you move down the street?”…
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Jazz Thursdays – Keuka Lake
Michael Gonzalez Duo Jazz guitarist and composer Michael George Gonzalez returns to Ravine’s Wine Cellars Keuka Lake tasting room. He’s be joined by veteran saxophonist and educator Tom McClure. This duo will perform every Thursday in September (9/12, 9/19, 9/26) from 4–7PM in Hammondsport, NY. Michael’s jazz band “The Gonztet” performs regularly at Ravines Wine…
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Duo Partner Wanted
Seeking a talented musician to form a performance duo. I’m open to consider just about any scenario with the right person. And I aim to bring a collaborative spirit to any music project. I do have some ideas of what I hope to find but these are not etched in stone. A person to share…
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WhorlWood @ Ithaca Beer Co.
Thursday, August 1 – Ithaca, NY WhorlWood returns to Ithaca Beer Company this week on August 1, 2024 for their summer music series. A dynamic acoustic trio features some of the best regional acoustic musicians. playing music infused with roots, blues, jazz, folk, and world music with an emphasis on original songs written by Michael…
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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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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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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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Big Alice Brewing–March 22
I’m excited to return to one of my favorite places to play in the Finger Lakes. Over the years I have built a special relationship with the owners and crew at Big Alice Brewing.
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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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