SIDNEY'S MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT

I have been working for this musical contractor for 30 years and now serve as its Associate Music Director. Sidney's began as Society Music, Incorporated back in 1926 and it headquartered out of the Mayflower Hotel in Washington, DC. Founded by the late Sidney Seidmann, Sr., this business continues to supply Washington's finest Union entertainment.

AMERICAN FEDERATION OF MUSICIANS

The AFM is the largest entertainment organization in the world providing contract protection and assistance in the collection of claims against employers. With headquarters in both the United States and Canada, the collective bargaining agreements negotiated by the AFM have improved the lives of working musicians in all their fields of endeavor.

MUSICAL TRANSCRIPTIONS

Ever want to do a song but can't find the sheet music for it? If you have, we've got the perfect solution for you. This company can turn your favorite song into sheet music with incredible speed and precision. The pricing is fair and the results are excellent. Go check them out!

THE GRILLE AT MORRISON HOUSE

(116 South Alfred Street, Alexandria, VA 22314)

An absolutely fantastic venue for singing, dining, and just having a generally good time. The food is great and the staff is among the most polite and helpful you'll find anywhere. Come join us every Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 8:00 till midnight.

BEVERLY COSHAM

Beverly is one of our newer additions and her resume is just astonishing. She really puts everything she has into her performances and it's a real pleasure when I get to accompany her. Her website features her immense credentials as well as her recorded output.

CATHERINE SATTERLEE

Catherine is an excellent artist who is extremely gifted vocally. Her jazz and pop presentations are very convincing and have a magnetic spark that grabs and holds your attention. I am very fortunate to have had the opportunity of accompanying Catherine on many occasions and I always look forward to the next time!

CHRISTINE CRERAR

Known as the "Little Jazz Bird," she is a much sought after teacher and vocal coach, and many of her students have gained positive notoriety in their own careers thanks to the guidance of Christina. Her Andrews Sisters trio is one of the best I have ever heard. Christina is fluent in standards, rock, jazz, and just about whatever you want her to sing. She is possibly the finest vocalist in the Washington area!

DAN RUSKIN

Dan is the consummate pianist/comedian/entertainer. He has been the musical mainstay of the Mayflower Hotel for decades. Dan has successfully performed his one-man musical comedy show throughout the country to the delight of many thousands of happy patrons. He also services as the manager and public relations director for his brother, the noted political satirist, Mark Russell.

HANNELORE'S OF OLD TOWNE

I have been playing piano in the lobby of this distinguished one-stop bridal emporium for over a decade. Many of the top New York and international designers use its facilities co-owned by Hannelore Karpinsky and Pamela Vito for their Washington area trunk shows. If you are looking for the wedding gown of your dreams, there is no better place to shop. Sarno and Sons, a full-line tuxedo shop, is located on the premises.

JENNY IGOE

Jenny is one of the newer additions to our open mic festivities. Her unique voice coupled with her fantastic stage presence makes her a formidable entertainer. You've got to hear the new second verse she added to "They All Laughed." She can generally be found at the nearest vocal workshop and at Twins Jazz - a venue that she graces regularly with her marvelous voice.

KIM MILLS

Another relatively new addition to our excellent lineup. Kim's voice is a smooth as honey and his tune choices are just sublime. He has a fantastic CD available which he recorded about five years ago. You can listen to clips and buy the CD by visiting his site.

MIKE MIYAZAKI

Mike is another of our extremely talented singers. He's also great for bringing in really great and obscure material. Rarely does he sing the same song twice. Hearing him do "Thanks For The Memories" is a real treat. He has a cabaret blog. Click his picture to check it out!

THE RADIO KING ORCHESTRA

This musical aggregation lead by trumpeter Rick Gordon and his wife, chanteuse Robin Gordon, is a 10-piece (or smaller) dance orchestra with authentic arrangements from the big band era. Rick and Robin have staffed the band with the best musicians in Washington and they have even called me for a job or two.

RON SQUERI

Ron joins us on a regular basis at the Morrison House Grille on Tuesday & Saturday nights. He always brings us something interesting and he's great to work with. Check out his CD, "Haunted Heart" - available on his website!

VAN SCOYOC ASSOCIATES

Stu and Pat Van Scoyoc have been musical clients of mine for over 25 years. Stu is the most influential independent lobbyist in Washington, DC, and it's an honor to have him and his wife as fans and frequent employers.