Our musical story begins with our most unusual reunion made possible by a chance encounter at Temple Shalom when a complete stranger volunteered to drive my partner, Joe, to a meeting. He eventually went on to become our devoted roadie.
Joe Stokes, my musical partner, and I started as “Lasting Memories”. Our collaboration began in the summer of 1998. We had performed in our younger days but moves and life changes had sent us on our separate ways. Continue reading
Heart’s Content first years were astonishing ones. Many gigs were booked and the audiences were receptive and encouraging. We visited many nursing homes and assisted living residences. Our performances were over the top with oldies and other favorites known to our audiences.
We love the oldies, but we also blend in contemporary and rock. “Versatile” and “extensive” are the two words used to describe our repertoire.
Enjoy this video of me playing and singing Oh, Chanukah Oh, Chanukah and Sheyn Vi Di Levone on my treasured violin accompanied by Maria Yumansky on the piano and guest violinist Ian Spencer at the Jewish Home in Rockleigh NJ.
https://www.dropbox.com/s/lu9xgialo3k4ywp/Charlotte.mp4?dl=0