Musicians and Dancers Photo Gallery

Amanda Berlusconi

Actress, runway fashion model and multilingual vocalist, Swiss-born Amanda Berlusconi's soulful voice shines on pop ballads by Tina Turner, Celine Dion, Aretha, Christina Aguilera, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Beyonce, et al. She is a featured vocalist with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Andy Baker

Armed with an infectious smile and a rapier wit, British trombone virtuoso Andy Baker now makes his home in the good ole' USA Currently on the "A List" of many top bands and orchestras, this sassy Brit performs regularly with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and Sorcerers of Swing.

Angela Tibbs

Angela has made a name for herself in the fiercely-competitive New York Off-Broadway theatre scene; and continues to expand her artistic reach by composing for and performing with some of the most important headliners in the American and international music industry. She regularly performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Asahel Rosales

Cuban-born dancer, choreographer, martial artist, master painter and masseur, Asahel Rosales is an artist who is in a league all his own. His performances are not quickly forgotten. He performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, ¡KÚBA! and in the Cuban carnaval comparsa segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Benjamin Lewis

One of the most versatile and talented pianists of the new young vanguard of American musicians, Ben Lewis has performed with major headliners including Jackie Allen, Aretha Franklin, Steve Cole, Vinnie Colaiuta, Gary Sinise ("Lt. Dan" in Forest Gump), et al. Over the past 10 years, he's written arrangements for and has been an integral part of Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing, ¡KÚBA! and our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Bernadette Bell

One of the youngest members of Detroit's most important gospel music family, Bernadette performs across the USA and Europe with the hottest artists in the R&B and Hip Hop music industries. We are honored to feature her inspiring voice in our Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Brian Lynch

Legendary trumpet virtuoso, Brian Lynch, regularly performs with music heavyweights including Prince, Eddie Palmieri, Gloria Estefan, Joe Henderson Big Band, Paul Simon, David Sanborn, et al. When he's not touring the world with one of his superstar buddies, he performs with our Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA!

Brienn Perry

Acknowledged as one of the finest jazz singers in North America, Brienn Perry has it all: an enormous room-filling voice, nimble technique, impeccable pitch, a propulsive sense of swing, plenty of soul and a commanding stage presence. We are honored that he still makes time in his increasingly busy schedule to perform with our internationally-acclaimed jazz dance orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing and Frankie Baby!

Café da Silva

Internationally revered Brazilian master drummer, Café da Silva, anchors the percussion section for various Bacchus music ensembles (including our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas) and regularly performs with major international music artists including David Byrne, Paul Simon, Aretha Franklin, Dave Matthews, Stevie Wonder, Sting, Peter Gabriel, et al.

Carlos Eguis-Aguila

Affectionately known as Carlos "Quinto", this Havana-born Cuban percussionist/vocalist is one of the last great living master rumberos - an expert in that most quintessential afro-Cuban rhythm, the rumba. A member of some of the most important afro-Cuban folkloric groups (including Comparsa Jardinera, Tercio Moderno and Los Principales, the performing/touring group of the legendary, Celeste Mendoza), Carlos is the leader of the Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA! percussion sections.

Craig Samuels

Originally from London, over the past 10 years, this talented drummer has recorded and performed with the creme de la creme of American jazz, pop, rock and R&B artists. He regularly performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing, Frankie Baby!, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Desiree Irwin

From soulful jazz ballads to rousing up-tempo R&B dance numbers to Power Rock anthems, this gorgeous Canadian-born pianist/vocalist always delivers the goods with plenty of grace and style. In between her European jaunts, she's a featured performer with our Orchestra of the Americas and Bacchus Soul Orchestras.

Diego Di Falco and Carolina Zokalski

As the stars of the long-running hit Broadway musical, Tango Forever, this stunning Argentine dance duo has enthralled audiences worldwide. When not performing in Paris, London, New York, Moscow or Tokyo, they graciously make time to perform in the tango segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Donna Rheims

Actress, choreographer, composer and multilingual vocalist, the beautiful and elegant Donna Rheims began her career as a teenager, performing with dance bands throughout Germany, Europe and Asia. Since emigrating to the US in the late '90's, she's worked with some of the most important artists on the pop, R&B and Latin music scenes. We are delighted to feature her in Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras, The Wonder Band and ¡KÚBA!

Eldio "Cabello" Rolim

This handsome and talented Brazilian does dangerous double-duty as one of the world's premiere percussionists and master of capoeira; a native Brazilian form of martial arts and dance, originally imported by Angolan African slaves. Now based in the USA, he regularly performs with Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and in the samba, batucada, macumba, condomble and capoeira segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Enrique and Gloria Mata

This exotic high-energy brother and sister vocal/dance duo deliver the finest American blues, gospel, R&B, soul, funk, Motown, hip hop, rap and disco. They regularly perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Evaristo "Tito" Rodríguez and Jariz Rodríguez

This brilliant father and daughter dance duo have garnered international acclaim for their stunning interpretation of the unique afro dance form, bomba, from the sunny Caribbean island of Puerto Rico. They regularly perform with Orchestra of the Americas, ¡KÚBA! and in the bomba and merengue segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Ian Holm and Sofia Blair

British pianist Ian Holm and Danish vocalist Sofia Blair have been working on both sides of the Atlantic for the past 5 years; and their reputation keeps growing. Currently based in Los Angeles, they work with many of L.A.'s finest recording artists; and travel across North America performing with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Idabell Rosales

A native of Havana, Cuba, Idabell has danced with and created choreographed for many North and South American headliners. Currently based in sunny Miami, FL, Idabell regularly performs with Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and in the rumba and merengue segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Irma Ruíz

When not performing her powerful and strident flamenco moves on one of the world's great stages, Irma devotes herself to teaching advanced students the finer points of this most elegant and regal dance tradition. She regularly performs with Orchestra of the Americas, The Flamenco Kings, ¡KÚBA! and in the flamenco segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Jacques Vinsel

This is the talented young bassist everyone is talking about. With solid technique, fierce swing, musicality, and a full rich tone, Jacques is quickly establishing himself as one of the most in-demand musicians on the US music scene. Versatile and masterful, he is equally comfortable in larger orchestral settings and smaller units. We are proud to count on him as an integral member of several Bacchus ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing and Samba Samba 2000.

Jair Bom Jesus and Eldio "Cabello" Rolim

This handsome and talented Brazilian dynamic duo do dangerous double-duty as two of the world's premiere percussionists and masters of capoeira - a native Brazilian form of martial arts and dance, originally imported by the Angolan African slaves. Now based in the USA, they perform with Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and in the samba, batucada, macumba, candomble and capoeira segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

James Zollar

As the featured soloist with the venerable Mercer Ellington Orchestra (as well as many other headliner acts), James "Jimmy" Zollar brings his singular talent and smooth style to various Bacchus music ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and ¡KÚBA!

Janyce Cummins

Graceful, elegant, statuesque and with a voice which can fill any room, Janyce Cummins has quickly made a name for herself throughout North America and Europe. When she's not touring or in the recording studio, we are delighted to feature her in Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Joel Adams

When not out on the soccer field, or practicing his standup comedy routines, you'll catch Joel Adams performing with some of the finest bands and orchestras in North America. A consummate soloist, with a rich powerful tone, he also regularly performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing and the Bacchus Soul Orchestras.

John Benítez

From Tony Bennett to Natalie Cole to Roy Hargrove to Gloria Estefan to Eddie Palmieri, it seems as if everyone (across all music genres) wants this fiery young bassist on their next recording date or world tour. The world is truly his oyster. Whenever he has a spare weekend, we are honored that he is able to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and The Flamenco Kings.

Jorge Niedas and Sandra Adrian

The internationally-acclaimed tango duo of Niedas and Adrian has captivated audiences worldwide with their technically-dazzling style influenced by classical Russian ballet. They perform with Orchestra of the Americas, The Flamenco Kings, ¡KÚBA! and in the tango segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Jorge Pérez

Considered by critics and aficionados alike as one of the great living male performers of the flamenco art, Puerto Rican-born Jorge Pérez is the lead male dancer with the internationally acclaimed Ensemble Español. He also performs with Orchestra of the Americas, The Flamenco Kings, ¡KÚBA! and in the flamenco segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Josie Aiello

A mainstay of the Los Angeles, New York and Chicago music recording scenes, vocalist extraordinaire Josie Aiello has worked with many of the biggest names in the American music industry including Quincy Jones, Kenny Loggins, Aretha Franklin, Celine Dion, et al. It just doesn't get any better than this; and we're delighted that this beautiful and talented lady makes time in her packed schedule to work with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Juli Wood

With a powerful soulful voice reminiscent of Etta James and Nina Simone, and a masterful command of all of the saxes (alto, tenor, soprano and bari), Juli Wood is an integral part of various Bacchus music ensembles including our Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Kelly Brand

One of the newest members of the Bacchus Group family, jazz pianist Kelly Brand has made a national name for herself as a member of various acclaimed ensembles and leader of her own excellent jazz groups. She's performed as a solo pianist for numerous hi-profile Bacchus events and we look forward to her upcoming performances with several of our proprietary ensembles.

Leon Joyce, Jr.

Known affectionately as "a drummer's drummer", ex-US Marine Leon Joyce, Jr. is currently a featured member of jazz legend Ramsey Lewis' trio. When not touring in some exotic part of the world, he performs with numerous Bacchus music ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band. Semper fei.

Leo Traversa

American-born Leo Traversa is internationally-recognized as the bassist of choice for many top World Music stars from Brazil, the Caribbean, Cape Verde, Ireland and Africa. With superb tone and oodles of technique, he is masterful in virtually any music genre. He regularly performs with Orchestra of the Americas, Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and in our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Lisa Talbot

Born in Cape Town, South Africa, and raised in London and Bermuda, Lisa Talbot is one of the most in-demand vocalists in the USA and Europe. Graced with a powerful rich voice and a commanding stage presence, we are honored to feature her in Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Luis Diego Bonilla

Suave, smooth, balanced, exciting, unpredictable, precise and masterful are but a few of the many accolades used to describe this Costa Rican-born jazz trombone virtuoso. On every major headliner's "Most Favored" list, Luis Diego regularly performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, Sorcerers of Swing and ¡KÚBA!

Lynn Jeffries

Choreographer, dancer, vocalist and costume designer, Lynn Jeffries' powerful voice and exciting dance moves are displayed regularly with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, ¡KÚBA! and The Wonder Band.

Mark Lambert

With a clean crisp modern sound and oodles of flashy technique, guitarist/vocalist Mark Lambert works with major headliner artists across all music genres. He regularly performs with many of our Bacchus music ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and Sorcerers of Swing.

Michael Lauren

A verifiable legend on the American music scene, and one of the founding members of the acclaimed Drummers Collective in NYC, master drummer, Mike Lauren, has performed on some of the biggest shows on Broadway as well as with many of the most important names in American rock, blues, R&B and jazz music. Currently dividing his time between New York and Lisbon, Portugal, he performs with our Orchestra of the Americas.

Martyna Robbins

Comedian, writer, dancer and vocalist, the multitalented Martyna Robbins has performed at many of the top comedy clubs in North America and has toured with the biggest names in R&B music. Funny, sassy and beautiful, she is a featured vocalist with our Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Michael Plog

A consummate jazz soloist, trumpet and flugelhorn virtuoso, Mike Plog, has performed with many of the finest orchestras in North America and is a featured soloist with the legendary Woody Herman Big Band Jazz Orchestra. He regularly performs with Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing, Samba Samba 2000 and in our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Mick Labriola

Internationally acclaimed as one of the grand masters of contemporary Middle Eastern and Mediterranean rhythms, Labriola is a virtuoso of the cajón, a wooden box-drum integral to all flamenco gypsy music. He regularly performs with numerous Bacchus ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, ¡KÚBA!, The Flamenco Kings and in the flamenco segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Neal Alger

A bona fide member of the new young American jazz vanguard, guitarist Neal Alger has quickly established himself on the national and international music scene as a talent to be reckoned with. Equally masterful in many music genres, over the past 10 years he's performed with many Bacchus ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing, Samba Samba 2000 and in our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Oscar Hernández

Few musicians on the contemporary American music scene can equal the impressive resume of this consummate pianist, arranger, music director and bandleader. He's written over 500 legendary Latin-jazz orchestra arrangements; has performed with many of the biggest names in the music entertainment industry; and has been music director for music titans such as Tito Puente, Rubén Blades, Mark Anthony, Paul Simon, Julio Iglesias, Gloria Estefan, et al. In between world tours and busy recording sessions, we are honored that he continues to make time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA!

Patricia Dupré

Born in New York City and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Caracas, Venezuela, the stunning Patricia Dupré sings in 5 languages and covers every imaginable music style including blues, jazz, pop, soul, R&B, rock and Latin. When not performing in some new theatrical production in New York or London, we are delighted she still makes time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000, The Wonder Band, ¡KÚBA! and Sorcerers of Swing.

Paulo Cardoso

A bona fide member of the Brazilian New Generation, guitar virtuoso Paulo Cardoso divides his busy schedule between the USA, Canada and Europe, performing with a "Who's Who" of top international recording artists. In between his busy international touring schedule, we are delighted that he still makes time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000 and ¡KÚBA!

Raul Jaurena

There are but a handful of artists in the world who can truly be called a tango maestro and Raul Jaurena is clearly one of them. When he's not performing with his bandoneon (accordion) in some major world capitol or writing yet another piece for a major symphony in Berlin, Paris or Tokyo, we are honored that he still finds time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas and in the tango segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Ray Vega

Consummate soloist, masterful arranger, meticulous bandleader, and the man of a thousand funny voices, trumpet and flugelhorn virtuoso, Ray Vega, is a bona fide living legend. Few musicians can rival his resume, having performed with virtually every major music artist of the past three decades. Still very much in demand for major world tours and recording sessions, we are honored that he still makes time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, Samba Samba 2000 and ¡KÚBA!

Rebecca Hines

This talented young vocalist/dancer/choreographer has it all: brains, beauty, taste, smooth moves and a powerful voice with a three-octave range. Currently dividing her time between Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, New York and Paris, we are delighted that Rebecca still makes time to regularly perform with Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, The Wonder Band and in our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Rick Fabian and Mona Fitzgerald

This husband and wife vocal duo have established a well-deserved international reputation, as a result of their trendsetting work in Los Angeles, New York, Las Vegas and all of the major European capitals. In between their non-stop globetrotting, we are delighted that they still make time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Robby Ameen

By fusing the most powerful elements of North American jazz/funk/rock drumming with traditional afro-Cuban rhythms, this is the man who virtually re-invented modern drumming. Robby set new standards, by virtue of his groundbreaking work with a coterie of major music icons including Dizzy Gillespie, Paquito D'Rivera, Rubén Blades, Mark Anthony, Kip Hanrahan, Jack Bruce, Eddie Palmieri, Horacio "El Negro" Hernández, et al. We are deeply honored that he continues to make time in his jam-packed international touring schedule to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, Samba Samba 2000 and ¡KÚBA!

Rubén Rodríguez

From Celine Dion to Shakira to Sting to Janet Jackson to Jennifer Lopez (and everyone else in between), this most talented and versatile of musicians is on every major headliner's "Most Favored" list. You'll find his name credited on many of the top-selling contemporary jazz, R&B and Latin CD's. We are delighted that he makes time to regularly perform with our Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA!

Sergio Salinas

Since moving to the USA just 5 years ago, Venezuelan-born master percussionist, Sergio Salinas, has amassed an enviable list of credits, recording and performing with the some of the biggest headliners in the international music industry. He regularly performs with several of our ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA! and The Wonder Band.

Silvana Montalvo

Legendary Brazilian dancer and choreographer, Silvana Montalvo, has graced the world's most important stages, performing with major international headliners including Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti Labelle, Tom Jones, Celine Dion, et al. She performs with Samba Samba 2000 and in the samba, batucada, macumba, candomble and capoeira segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Silvana Montalvo and Ze Carlos

This legendary Brazilian dance and choreography duo has graced the world's most important stages, performing with major international headliners including Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti Labelle, Tom Jones, Celine Dion, et al. They perform with Samba Samba 2000 and in the Brazilian samba, batucada, macumba, candomble and capoeira segments of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Steve Kahn

From his groundbreaking solo work with superstar jazz/rock fusion group, Steely Dan, to his 500+ recording sessions with many of the most important music artists of the past three decades, guitar virtuoso Steve Kahn is a verifiable icon of the contemporary music scene. When not globetrotting on some major world tour or recording with yet another superstar headliner, we are honored that he still makes time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing and The Wonder Band.

Tad Robinson

With several critically-acclaimed CD's to his credit, and a mainstay of the European music festival circuit, Tad is one of the world's last few remaining classic "white" blues soul singers. A consummate performer with a warm inviting stage presence, his smooth silky voice can be heard with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Tanya Palmieri

Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and raised in Paris, France and Geneva, Switzerland, Palmieri's classically-trained voice can easily segue from a classical Italian aria to a Piazzolla tango to an Aretha Franklin ballad to an up-tempo Bonnie Raitt rocker. An up-and-coming talent to be reckoned with, this versatile multilingual vocalist regularly performs with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Samba Samba 2000, ¡KÚBA!, The Wonder Band and The Flamenco Kings.

Tina Thompson and Vicky Rogers

Vocalists, dancers, choreographers and costume designers, these two beautiful ladies have worked with just about every major pop, soul, rock and R&B artist in the entertainment business. Currently dividing their time between New York, Los Angeles and Paris, you can catch them performing with our Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras and The Wonder Band.

Todd Howell

Quiet, laid back, cool and unassuming, this talented young drummer lets his intricate and delicate rhythms do the talking. Intuitive, musical, lyrical, tasteful, precise, masterful and smooth are just a few of the accolades which describe his work. Comfortable in virtually any music setting, for the past 10 years, Todd has been an integral part of several Bacchus ensembles including Orchestra of the Americas, the Bacchus Soul Orchestras, Sorcerers of Swing, Samba Samba 2000 and our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Umberto Salinas

Originally from Sevilla, Spain, this stunning flamenco dancer has performed in all of the major capitols of Europe, Moscow, Beijing, Tokyo, throughout South America, and the USA In between his busy performing and teaching schedule, we are delighted that he still makes time to perform with The Flamenco Kings and in the flamenco segment of our theatrical musical dance extravaganza, Ashé: Rhythms of the Americas.

Victor Miranda

Armed with degrees in both classical violin and classical guitar, this legendary young Cuban bassist recently defected to the United States. He is quickly making a name for himself on the North American and European music scene, by virtue of his mesmerizing technique and musicality. He's performed, toured and recorded with every major Cuban orchestra of the past decade and will soon be heard on several upcoming US releases covering all music genres from jazz to funk to R&B to funk to rock and of course, Latin. We welcome him to the USA and are delighted that he's made time to perform with our Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA!

Wilson "Chembo" Corniel

Based in New York City, this Puerto Rican-born master drummer is one of the most favored recording and performing musicians on the international music scene. He's worked with every major Latin artist in the world including the late Tito Puente and Celia Cruz. Given his busy touring and recording schedule, we are delighted that he's made time to perform with several Bacchus music ensembles including our Orchestra of the Americas and ¡KÚBA!