![]() Phil's experience playing keyboards allows him to cover music enjoyed over the decades evoking their vocal and musical styles. Phil has continued playing throughout his professional career joining bands in New York and Florida as he became a husband and father. As his band "The Scene," gained popularity they were opening for top artists of the time including Wayne Newton, The Turtles, and others.ĭuring his tour in the Army, Phil learned to play guitar and entertained his fellow troops. Phil was inspired by the Beatles and began his musical journey playing in High School bands. Phil is a native of Rochester, NY, and a student of classical piano. Make sure to follow Kelly on her musical adventure on social media in order to hear sneak peaks, as well as the latest news from her new album. “My goal is to provide listeners with something hip yet soulfully raw.” says, Kelly. ![]() Kelly wants her love of the artists that influenced her (Amy Winehouse, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, Wilson Pickett, Marvin Gaye) to shine through on her original compositions. She now resides in Central Florida as a full time musician gigging in local hotspots awaiting the release of her debut album, “It’s Time” produced by Billy Chapin (Don Henley, Backstreet Boys, OTown). Since then you may have heard Kelly aboard the Disney Wonder® as she performed around the coast of Mexico, Colombia, Panama, Canada, Alaska, and the United States. Furthering her studies, Kelly graduated with honors from Clayton State University with a Bachelors degree in Music with a focus in Vocal Performance. During high school, Jarrard was a member of the American Choral Director’s Association (ACDA) and the All-State Reading Choir, while taking advantage of every performance opportunity given. Self-taught on guitar, by the age of thirteen Kelly began writing her own material influenced by the Motown, Soul, Rhythm & Blues, and Jazz music that surrounded her growing up. Kelly Jarrard is a twenty-eight year old singer-songwriter from Stockbridge, Georgia. Jeff calls what he does, " music for your soul, organic and honest tunes that you can connect to in a personal way." his new release "Choices" is getting much acclaim and interest from listeners. Today, Jeff Whitfield is still doing what he is passionate about. He later released, " Imaginary Way" with his band Macha Gray, but the band broke up soon after. Jeff made the rounds in the Central Florida music scene playing an average of 200 shows per year. He began by releasing his first album, " Kindred Bridges" as an independent when he was just 22. Jeff attended college for a while, but his passion for performance took over. As a senior in high school, Jeff began performing at local eateries and pubs. ![]() He sang in school choir and church, as well as playing in his high school jazz band. Throughout his school days, Jeff became a part of music at every opportunity. Between his old six string and the family piano, the love affair began. When he was 12, his mother bought him a guitar for his birthday. He grew up listening to Elvis, Motown, Rock and Blues. Jeff Whitfield is a Central Florida native who has unbridled passion for music. She is currently in the “Joyful” show at Disney’s EPCOT Center. She has sang with greats such as Phil Collins, Tina Turner & The Temptations and has traveled the world performing in locations such as Italy, Asia and Las Vegas to name a few. Song-stylist, France Neil, is a dynamic vocalist who has been dazzling audiences for many years with her vocal style. Dave currently plays in the BLUES BROTHERS show at Universal Studios and has a new album out called “Turquoise,” available on most streaming services. Dave and France have performed at venues like House of Blues, Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center, Leu Gardens Jazz/Blues Stroll, the New Smyrna Beach Jazz Festival, the College Park Jazz Festival, Disney Springs, Hard Rock and many others. Dave and France perform classic songs from artists including Earth Wind & Fire, Sade, Steve Wonder, Fleetwood Mac, Ed Sheeran, Maroon 5, Etta James, Bonnie Raitte, Doobie Brothers, and many more.
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