Discover Entertainers
Shown below is a list of area artists who are members of the United Arts Council.
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Alexander Goldstein, is a music composer composing classical crossover and film scores for 27 feature films and over 300 documentaries. Goldstein is cinematographer and director. Naples, Fl Redifingin Paradise and Southwest Florida Jewish Pioneers.
Brendon McDonnell is a professional musician based in Naples, Fl.
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Saxophonist Gerald Augustin was born in 1988 in Fort Myers. FL He graduated from Cypress Lake High School and went on to study saxophone at Edison State University with Dennis Hill. Gerald received jazz instruction from the renowned Southwest Florida-based trumpeter Dan Miller, then from Gary Campbell at Florida International University in Miami.Gerald's improvising style draws on many sources—Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, Stan Getz, Miles Davis and Louis Armstrong. He started playing professionally at the age of 16 and has performed throughout Florida for functions for major corporations, events and weddings, then recently at Carnegie Hall in New York. He has also appeared on the Norwegian Star cruise line.
Gerald's performing credits include Bobby Watson, Wycliff Gordon, Barbara Morrison, and Curtis Lundy.
Inish is a band that performs mostly traditional Irish music made for dancing & listening. Members perform on concertina, fiddle, tin whistle and guitar.
“The Florida Fiddler Show” A musical monologue of Florida History Heritage and Hope! A conversation between a little boy and his grandfather becomes an elegantly homespun story of pioneer spirit still alive today! Traditional and contemporary fiddle tunes are brought to life with original songs and stories presented by Florida native musician, J.Robert…from “Orange Blossom Special” “Florida Blues” and “Devil Went Down to Florida” to “Margaritaville!”
I was born and raised in New Jersey, the daughter of a scientist and a stay-at-home mom who was greatly interested in the arts. Because of that unique combination, I grew up surrounded by music and theater and by discussions of evolution and chemistry–a true liberal arts education!
That education continued when I moved to Boston. Deciding to concentrate more on the arts than the sciences, I earned a BA in English at Boston College and an MS in television broadcasting at Boston University.
Like my own mother, I was a stay-at-home mom (to two wonderful sons) for a few years after graduating. But then I discovered I could freelance for local newspapers, a situation that gave me the best of two worlds.Although my sons are now grown, I still enjoy the freedom that freelancing gives me.
My writings have appeared nationally and in such local publications as Gulfshore Life, Times of the Islands and Naples Health . I also do considerable writing for not-for-profit organizations. In 2001, I was chosen "Writer of the Year" by the Florida Magazine Association. I am also a field producer for WGCU Public Media, having worked on such shows as Arts Edition Prime Time, Connect! and MAKERS: The Women Who Make Southwest Florida.
Keith Raygor’s earned reputation for his world-class close-up magic combines his wink of an eye, smiles and laughter with the imagination of the showgoers. But it’s his stage show “The Musical Mindreader” that’s had audiences astonished across the US and Europe. As you think of songs, Keith performs those songs, without you uttering a single lyric or note. Only Keith performs this extraordinary feat. It merges music, magic and mindreading with a wonderful finale you’ll never forget!
Painting; Fashion; Fiber.
Painting
Leigh Herndon dyes silk to create nature-inspired wax-resist batik paintings and wearable art in the Japanese process called rozome.
Fashion
Leigh Herndon dyes wearable art batik and shibori silk kimonos and scarves. In addition, two fashion houses print her high-resolution batik painting images (dye sublimation) and then cut and sew the silhouettes that she selects. These conform to the sustainable fashion movement by creating one at a time to avoid textile waste which is a major contributor to environmental pollution.
Fiber
Leigh Herndon dyes silk to create nature-inspired wax-resist batik paintings and wearable art in the Japanese process called rozome.
ReCreation Tappers of Southwest Florida is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization of adult recreational tap dancers. Its mission is to encourage appreciation for and participation in the American performing art of tap dance. Community and private performances are free, but donations help fund a Youth Tap Scholarship awarded annually to SW FL dance studios.
Bluegrass and acoustic music at its best. Local, regional, national and internationally known players in concert on the FL Fish hook Tour.
Susanna Haslett teaches and organizes Irish dance events- Ceilis and Set Dancing. These dances have been danced at the crossroads and in the kitchens of Ireland for years, and are derived from the French Quadrilles and local country dances. Lessons take place at Veteran’s Community Park.
The Brett Foreman Band isn’t only a band, but a close-knit family who understands the particulars and uniqueness of your big day and our distinct role to play in making that day the best day of your life.
The Naples Big Band entertains audiences with live, dynamic performances in styles spanning the swing era to modern day. We also financially support local, high school music education AND invite student musicians to perform with the Band on stage! In addition to it’s free public concerts, the band is available for private functions in a range of configurations.
