SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Flute, Other, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Dobro, Vocalist - Alto, Trombone, Bagpipes, Steel guitar, Upright bass, Cello, Accordion, Electronic Music.ABOUT
Hi, I began playing music by ear when I came home from church one day at two years old, and played the songs with one finger. (my Mother's story) I am very family oriented, and we used to sing folk, country, blues like Elvis, pretty much anything from the 50 up until the 70's. I have a strong background in classical music performance and study, have taught, and have played piano in both a band and at many Open Stages. I want to rebuild my strong sense of rhythm by playing in a drumming band, of any sort, create something unique. I am a very spontaneous, yet "creating a world of my own" type of musician who loves to relate to the public and have fun. I am responsible, I work hard when I have a project to do, and I work well with others especially when they share ideas with me openly and are willing to try new things.
My main instruments are piano and drums, but I have played many others. I want to eventually either get a job with the TTC or join a band and travel throughout Canada. But playing here is just as great for me. Just playing makes me happy and sharing the musical experience!
My favourite bands: Peter Gabriel, Genesis, Rush, Amanda Marshall, Michael Jackson, any African type music, 80's rock, Depeche Mode and other British bands, The Beatles and much more!
I hope to play with string players as well.
- Screen name:
- Michelle Lecce
- Member since:
- Nov 23 2010
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Very Committed
- Years playing music:
- 30
- Gigs played:
- Under 10
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
Influences
My uncle Jacques, who taught me how to play on his Jupiter 8 in 1984 when Jump came out. It was the best feeling of my life to play Jump on the actual machine that Van Halen used in their song!
Irish/folk music, celtic, Gordon Lighfoot, Sarah McLachlan, Ravel's "Bolero" (Romantic composer), Genesis, Madonna, Prince,
Phil Collins, Yes (Owner of a Lonely Heart), Neil Purt of Rush
Bette Midler, Karen Karpenter, Judy Collins, The Muppet Show!!! Sesame Street! Katy Perry, Justin Bieber and Usher among many others
EQUIPMENT
Korg 88 key keyboard, amp, microphone, access to rental equipment and friend's equipment if necessary for practices and gigs.
