Frank Louis Pisani is a highly accomplished pianist, composer, singer, arranger, and musical director with an extensive career spanning live performance, theatre, television, and composition. Manhattan School of Music BMA 1981. As a music director, for Vincent”Big Pussy” Pastore & The Gangster Squad ,"The Gong Show Live,” produced by Leslie “Radio Chick” Gold, Jeff “T-Bone” Gerard Star Search Finalist 1995, World Yacht NYC 1985-2005. Currently serving as Musical Director for Wakefield Grace and Asbury UMC in NY. Frank has been performing worldwide as a keyboardist and pianist alongside legendary artists such as Carmine Appice , Steven VanZant, The Temptations, Martha Reeve, Little Anthony, The Tokens. His theatre credits include composing and writing Zephyr’s Pond, A Family Musical. Additionally, he has composed music for major commercial brands, including Pizza Hut, ABC Sports, and Sunoco-Ultra, HBO, Cinemax.  Beyond his musical endeavors, Pisani has an impressive background in rowing, competing on 6 USA National Rowing Teams , the Pan American Rowing Team and winning 25 national championships across the U.S. and Canada. A Juilliard and Manhattan School of Music-trained musician, his professional skills encompass piano and voice instruction, arranging, and music direction. With a deep passion for music and performance, he continues to leave a lasting impact on the industry, blending technical mastery with creative artistry.

Surrender to smooth, soulful and jazzy grooves reflecting on life, love, and gratitude. Rhonda Denét is hailed as a virtuoso that lends her flair to every song she sings. When she performs, Denét invites her audience to surrender to the groove by blending classic and contemporary favorites with her inspiring original music. Her repertoire covers the gamut ranging from the American Songbook to Top 40 radio. Based in Newark, New Jersey, the jazz/soul vocalist, songwriter and bandleader makes a full-time living doing what she LOVES. By the age of 9, the Washington, DC native knew the performing arts would be a guiding force in her life. She began to study flute and piano, but by 11, studying voice became her primary focus. She studied privately for several years, in addition to performing with several theatrical organizations and choirs. Having received tremendous encouragement from her teachers and directors, she moved to New York where she earned a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from New York University. Denét continued her education and earned a graduate degree in Arts Administration from Florida State University’s School of Music. Then she returned to New York City and quickly reacquainted herself with the diverse music landscape. She spent several years writing and producing her brand of soul-infused cabaret, forming and working with a few bands and developing original music.

ANDREA MILLER is a groundbreaking choreographer, creative director, and founder of the internationally renowned multidisciplinary organization GALLIM, represented by Opus 3 Artists. A Hispanic creator and collaborator for dance, film, fashion, and the visual arts, Miller is known for her exploration of the essential elements of human behavior and the alchemy of movement and performance. Miller’s dance works are presented by leading institutions and festivals around the world including Lincoln Center, Kennedy Center, New York City Center, The Joyce Theater, BAM, Jacob’s Pillow, Royal Albert Hall, Sadler's Wells, London Royal Opera House, Théâtre National de Chaillot, Teatre Grec of Barcelona, Theaterhaus Stuttgart, Canal Madrid, Teatro Nacional de Panamá, DanceHouse Vancouver, Spoleto Festival, and others. Miller is a Guggenheim, Sadler's Wells, New York City Center, and Princess Grace Fellow, and was featured in Forbes as an entrepreneur and leader in the dance world. She is the first choreographer to be named Artist in Residence at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, creating two large scale works for The Temple of Dendur and The Met Breuer. Her visual art collaborations include a sound, sculpture, and performance installation processing the pandemic for Lincoln Center as well as works for London V&A, The Glass House, Art Basel, Frieze Festival, Grace Farms, and Grand Central Station. Recent dance commissions include English National Ballet, New York City Ballet, Martha Graham Dance Company, Bern Ballet, Noord Nederland Dans, Pennsylvania Ballet, A.I.M by Kyle Abraham, Rambert2, Ailey II, and The Juilliard School.

The treasure of tradition: Alvin Ailey American Dance ...Michael Jackson, Jr. is a dancer with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, known for his powerful performances and dedication to the Ailey legacy. He is particularly noted for his interpretations of Ailey's choreography, including "Reflections in D," a piece that requires both technical skill and artistic poetry. Jackson's involvement with Ailey spans several years, with his career within the company including stints with various ensembles and artistic director roles. Michael Jackson, Jr. has been a prominent figure within the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, performing and contributing to the company's repertoire. He is frequently featured in Alvin Ailey's "Reflections in D," a piece that showcases his commanding movements and precise musicality, particularly in interpreting Duke Ellington's iconic composition. Jackson's work with Ailey helps to carry on the legacy of Alvin Ailey, who is celebrated for his contributions to modern dance and his collaborations with jazz legends.

Valeria Solomonoff, an Argentine-born choreographer and tango innovator, redefined partnering and stripped tango of stereotypes. A professor at NYU Tisch and Juilliard, and Research Associate at Harvard’s Partnering Lab, she blends choreographic depth with social inquiry. Her acclaimed work includes Evita (Elliot Norton nominee), Tango Por Ellos (two ACE Awards), Tango Intimo, and Doña Flor y sus Dos Maridos (two HOLA Awards). She founded TangoMujer, the first all-female tango company, and performed globally, including for the Argentine president. A recipient of the Lucy Bowen Prize, she creates inclusive work for Dance for Parkinson’s and mentors Broadway choreographers and stars.

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