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On today's episode, Scott interviews Greg Pattillo, an American flutist, recognized worldwide for his signature beatbox flute sound. Since 2007, his solo videos have reached over 100 million views, featuring his arrangements, that span the gamut of musical styles, from Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers to Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf. Greg has been featured on TV shows that include Jay Leno and iCarly, and his music was also featured in the 2017 Lego Ninjago movie, as the beatbox flute music of Master Wu. As a published author of his beatbox flute method books, Mr. Pattillo has taught masterclasses on beatbox flute and improvisation, at numerous higher education institutions, that include The Juilliard School, Curtis Institute of Music, and Berklee College of Music. In addition to his solo career, Greg is a founding member of the touring musical ensemble, The Project Trio, that has over 100,000 subscribers on their YouTube channel. This multi-talented beatbox flutist and educator, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: https://www.pattillostyle.com/
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/gregpattillo
Beatbox Flute Method Books: https://www.flute4u.com/Pattillo-G-Beatbox-Flute-Method-Book.html
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Tori Elliott, an American singer/songwriter/producer, and founder of her North Carolina indie pop band, Victoria Victoria. Tori’s songwriting style has been compared to the likes of Regina Spektor and Carole King, and a number of her songs have been featured on reality tv shows and film. In addition to her own works, Tori has released a number of recordings with her writing partner, the legendary guitarist/producer, Charlie Hunter, including a new collaborative album, to drop in May 2024. Jazz and Beyond Intel said that Tori has a creative vision as a tunesmith, and Rolling Stone Magazine said her band, Victoria Victoria, is a rising act. This multi-talented singer/songwriter/producer, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Steve Jankowski, a touring and freelance trumpet player in the New York City area, currently on tour with Nile Rodgers and Chic. He is one of only three trumpet players to tour with the legendary horn band Chicago, and was a member of Blood, Sweat and Tears for eight years, plus served as their Musical Director during his last six years. Other artists Steve has performed and/or recorded with include KC and the Sunshine Band, Bon Jovi, The Rolling Stones, Donna Summer and Daryl Hall, just to name a few. When not touring, he records, produces, and engineers at his very own Jankland Recording Studio. This multi-talented trumpet player certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Ron Wilson, the drummer and musical director for the American pop singer/songwriter, Lou Christie. He has graced the stage with iconic artists such as Darlene Love, Gary U.S. Bonds, Gloria Gaynor, Leslie Gore, Dave Valentin, and Bill Charlap, just to name a few. Ron holds a Master of Music degree from William Paterson University in New Jersey, and a Bachelors degree in Percussion Performance from the State University of New York at Purchase. When not performing live, he keeps busy with recording sessions, teaching and composing. Ron is a published composer who has scored movie soundtracks, composed works for chamber ensemble, concert band, jazz ensembles as well as commercial music. His popular method book, “Groovin’ Rudiments: For Drum Set”, is published through melbay.com, and available on Amazon and at local music stores. This multi-talented artist and musical director certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews The Cello Doll, a cellist, composer, teacher, and musically gothic storyteller. She has received Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in cello performance, and plays both acoustic and electric cellos. The Cello Doll has been making a name for herself on social media as a classical trained crossover artist since 2018, with followers of over 500k. Her rendition of the Rolling Stones song, “Paint It Black”, as featured in the Netflix original, “Wednesday”, has become a Halloween favorite. Through original arrangements, mash-ups, and compositions, she presents the cello in unique music videos that fuse genres and translate classical music for modern audiences. As a performer, The Cello Doll has collaborated with artists that include violinist/dancer, Lindsey Stirling and the Las Vegas female string ensembles, “Femmes of Rock” and “Bella Electric Strings”, just to name a few. This multi-talented cellist certainly GOT CHOPS!
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TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecellodoll
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCelloDoll
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Walfredo Reyes Jr., a globally sought after percussionist and drummer, who has successfully combined the rich history of Latin, Afro-Cuban and World Percussion with the drum set, and can play in a myriad of musical genres. He has performed and/or recorded with the “who’s who” of the music industry including Carlos Santana, Traffic, Steve Winwood, Lindsey Buckingham, and Robbie Robertson, just to name a few. In 2012, Walfredo was invited to take over the role of percussionist with the iconic rock band Chicago, and then in 2018 was asked by the founding members to take over as drummer. In addition to maintaining a busy touring and recording schedule, he finds time to conduct music clinics and teach all levels of students who seek out his help. This percussionist and drummer certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Chris Ruggiero, a vocalist that has been described as an “old soul”, at only 24 years old. Chris came to national attention when he performed on one of PBS-TV’s coast-to-coast broadcast specials, and since then has toured the country, breathing new life into the songs of the 60s and 70s, by stripping them down and re-imagining them in his own style. He has headlined in Las Vegas eleven times, released four albums in 2021, featuring masterful arrangements by Charles Calello and his Facebook page reached over 60 million people last year. In 2022, Chris released a Christmas album, that also features a duet with Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Famer, Darlene Love, thus landing their live performance on the TV show, Good Morning America and others. This vocalist certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: https://chrisruggierosings.com/
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChrisRuggieroSings/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chris_ruggiero_sings
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RuggieroSings
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7g1v4TFjhhPyyh8r3ifsR3?si=qWHre6PnRBGeyrA6LlsyAw&nd=1
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/chrisruggierosings
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Greg Giannascoli, a Grammy nominated marimba and percussion artist from Piscataway, N.J. He is a top prizewinner of numerous music competitions, and has appeared as a soloist with orchestras and in recitals throughout North America, Europe and Asia. Greg is also a sought after private instructor and clinician, who presents master classes at conservatories and colleges, and his teaching credentials include faculty positions at the esteemed Juilliard Pre-College and the percussion department at New Jersey City University. In addition, he is a Yamaha Marimba/Vibes artist, and wrote the book, “Opinions On The Marimba”, about interviews he conducted with some of the leading marimba artist-teachers from the 20th century, available at HeartlandMarimbaPublications.com. This marimbist (a.k.a. marimba player), certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Kevin Presutti, a sought after saxophonist, woodwind doubler and contractor from Pompton Plains, NJ. In addition to being the featured soloist with vocalist, Gary U.S. Bonds, he has also performed on legendary stages and arenas with iconic music artists that include Lou Christie, Chubby Checker, Steven Van Zandt, The Golden Boys, and Darlene Love, just to name a few. Besides being a musician and contractor, Kevin retired in 2014 as a career Fireman who served for 25 years, and was one of the firefighters that responded to the 9/11 attacks in NYC on September 11, 2001. Over the years I’ve had the great pleasure of sitting next to today’s guest, as we played in various horn sections, and happy to call him my friend. This saxophonist, woodwind doubler and contractor, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Email: [email protected]
Cell: (201) 704-6982
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Chloe Feoranzo, a recognized jazz clarinetist & vocalist from Los Angeles, California. At a young age, she mastered the art of playing dixieland and traditional jazz styles, before working as a freelance musician in New Orleans for four years. While touring with Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox, Chloe was also featured on three of their hit YouTube productions, “Dancing With Myself”, by Billy Idol, “No Surprises”, by Radiohead, and “My Hero”, by the Foo Fighters, that collectively have received over 7.3M views as of this interview. This jazz clarinetist & vocalist, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Bandcamp: https://chloefeoranzo.bandcamp.com/releases
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Tito Puente Jr., a timbale player and band leader of both his Latin jazz ensemble and orchestra. He performs all over the world, honoring his Father’s legacy, who was known as the “King of Mambo”, Tito Puente. This year marks his Father’s centennial celebration, and the 60th anniversary of “Oye Como Va”, his Father’s hit song from 1962, which also became a hit in 1971 for Santana. Tito Puente Jr., is also an artist for LP/Latin Percussion, his current album, “The King and I”, features various artists that include Latin percussionist, Sheila E, and he hosts his own radio show, which airs every Sunday from 3:00 - 4:00 pm (EST) on power787radio.com. This timbale player and Latin band leader, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Stu Dias, the lead vocalist and guitarist from Soggy Po’ Boys, a New Hampshire band that specializes in New Orleans jazz. Native to New England, Soggy Po’ Boys has quickly become an institution, spreading the good news of New Orleans music across the northeast and beyond, playing at various venues that include concert halls, street corners, music festivals, bars and libraries. This seven piece group formed on Fat Tuesday in 2012 at a local club gig, and just celebrated their eleventh anniversary. In addition to their four albums and one EP, Soggy Po’ Boys has quite a fan base, a busy touring schedule, plus a weekly residency every Tuesday night at the Press Room in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. This New Orleans style jazz band from New Hampshire, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcwVhQspQEdaFzqwhvy9DMQ
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Glenn Van Looy, one of the leading euphonium players of the twenty first century. He began playing the euphonium at eleven years old, in a local wind band conducted by his Father. Shortly after that, this prodigy was recruited to play with the championship “Festival Brass Band”, and “Brass Band Heist”, followed by joining one of the top bands in Europe, “Brass Band Buizingen”. Glenn has won solo championships of his native Belgium in every category, the European Solo Championships in Austria, and was the youngest winner of the British Open Solo Championship, just to name a few. In addition to juggling a busy touring and teaching schedule, he is also an artist endorser for AR Resonance Mouthpieces, who created a signature euphonium mouthpiece in his name. This championship euphonium player, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@glennvanlooy3135
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Andrew Greene, the founder/conductor of the Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra. Mr. Greene is one of the leading authorities on orchestral ragtime and silent film accompaniment in the U.S. He is also the curator of several prominent orchestral collections, that totals over 15,000 selections, and focuses heavily on the music of 1882 to 1935. The Peacherine Ragtime Society Orchestra presents programs that highlight the music of the late 1800s and early 1900s, by composers such as Irving Berlin, George Gershwin, and the King of Ragtime, Scott Joplin. Their silent film programs feature the biggest names of the day, such as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and Laurel & Hardy, just to name a few. Along with his ragtime orchestra, this conductor and curator, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Daniela Mars, a multi-flautist from Paris, France. Born in Japan, she was raised as a child in South Korea, Brazil and England, and speaks five different languages. At seven years old, she began to play classical flute, and continued throughout her college years at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London, England, where she mastered her art. Recognized in France as a chamber musician and soloist, Daniela also enjoys playing in a variety of other genres as well. As a multi-flautist, she plays all the various size flutes, ranging from piccolo down to the contrabass flute. In addition, Daniela is a Trevor James bass flute artist, and an advocate for increasing commissioned works for the bass flute by living composers. In 2022, she released her visual album, “Intrinsic”, combining her passion for beautiful melodies, extended flute techniques and breathtaking nature scenes that were filmed at a national park in Brazil. This multi-flautist, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: danielamars.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danielamarsflute/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/danielamarsflute/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DanielaMars
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/search/daniela%20mars
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- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Dr. David Wright, a multi-saxophonist and music educator from Rockwall, Texas. Dr. Wright holds three University degrees in both music education and saxophone performance. In the field of classical music, he was the principal saxophonist with the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, and is a current member of the Dallas Winds and the Texas Saxophone Quartet. He also plays in jazz and contemporary music styles, with mastery and ease, and has performed with artists that include the Temptations and the Four Tops. As of this interview, Dr. Wright has posted one hundred seventy five YouTube videos of himself playing all or some of the saxophone parts, arranged for various saxophone ensembles, on a wide range of genres. This multi-saxophonist and music educator, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrightsax/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527590144
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wrightsax
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Listen to Got Chops Podcast on
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Joey DeMaio, a recording engineer, guitarist, and owner of Shorefire Recording Studios in Long Branch, NJ. He started playing guitar at nine years old, studying with Jon Herington from Steely Dan, and jazz great, Tal Farlow. He has worked besides two of the most respected recording engineers of all time, Andy Johns, and Eddie Kramer, and has engineered at Abbey Road Studios in London, England. Joey has worked with or recorded at Shorefire Recording Studios with iconic artists that include Blondie, Bon Jovi, and Bruce Springsteen, just to name a few. In addition, he plays lead guitar in the tribute band, “Pure McCartney”. This multi-talented recording engineer, guitarist and entrepreneur certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: http://www.shorefirerecordingstudios.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shorefirerecording/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ShorefireRecordingStudios
Twitter: https://twitter.com/shorefireNJ
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Website: https://www.puremccartneynj.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pure_mccartney/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/puremccartneynj
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH5fC45ioMw05sbXRT1wNbg
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Listen to Got Chops Podcast on
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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Twitter: @GrimaldiMusic
Website: www.grimaldimusic.com
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Veronika Vitazkova, a flautist, world woodwind player and recording artist from Vienna, Austria. Her performances can be heard on numerous film scores and sound tracks that include “Harry Potter”, “The Rings Of Power”, “Broad Peak” and “Frozen Planet II”. Most recently, she recorded nine of her world woodwinds for the Vienna Symphony Orchestra Library, that include the Dizi from China, the Zurna from Turkey, and the Bansuri from the Indian Subcontinent. Veronika is also a Trevor James alto and bass flute artist that incorporates the art of flute beatboxing in her playing. This multi-talented flautist and world woodwind player certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: https://veronika-vitazkova.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veronika_vitazkova/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veronika.vitazkova
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/FluteSlovakia
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Listen to Got Chops Podcast on
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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Twitter: @GrimaldiMusic
Website: www.grimaldimusic.com
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Joseph Makoviecki, an American Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist & Co-founder of the NJ indie-folk acoustic duo, Jackson Pines. After a chance encounter with Pete Seeger a number of years ago, he knew that he was going to become a folk singer and songwriter. He’s been described as “a gifted songwriter who is not afraid to write about serious situations and difficult emotional perspectives”. Billboard magazine said that his acoustic duo, Jackson Pines, is “like a mash-up of James Taylor and Tom Petty, with serious focus on acoustic guitar”. This talented and highly introspective music artist certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walnford/
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Website: https://www.jacksonpines.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacksonpines/
BandCamp: jacksonpines.bandcamp.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/jacksonpinesnj
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC03oeLgH4StOa-jv6Gt0v0w
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- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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Website: www.grimaldimusic.com
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On today's episode, Scott interviews Dr. Javier Nero, the Lead Trombonist with The U.S. Army Blues in Washington, D.C, an Arranger, Composer and Educator. He earned his Bachelor of Music degree from the Juilliard School, a Master of Music degree from the University of Miami, and a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami. His list of accomplishments include three albums of original compositions and arrangements, leader of his jazz septet and jazz orchestra, and a new upcoming album, “ Kemet The Black Land”, set to be released in the near future. My guest is also a member of the jazz faculty at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, in Baltimore, Maryland. This diverse musician, arranger, composer, and educator, certainly GOT CHOPS!
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Website: www.javiernero.com
Instagram: @drjaviernero
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkb5qZjPDZdI11VEFMztGg
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/javier.nero
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Listen to Got Chops Podcast on
- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Pjh7tC3aTpeMFEhmn4fp4?si=699ae5b84e544cb5
- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-chops/id1587699754
- Anchor: https://anchor.fm/gotchops
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLp5wwP8DvMPkqI4VM2VMlcufn6a-CzlHM
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Website: www.grimaldimusic.com
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