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Matt Cusson

Singer, songwriter, pianist, producer, arranger

Grammy nominated artist has toured the world with acts such as Christina Aguilera, Brian McKnight, Megan Hilty, Ceelo Green and many more!

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Uli Geissendoerfer

Jazz Pianist Composer Producer Educator

Uli Geissendoerfer

Pianist & Composer, Producer, & Educator

Grammy nominee & and Downbeat Award Winner


German-American pianist, composer and educator, Uli Geissendoerfer has been living and working in the US since 1987. In 2009 he moved from New York as musical director for Cirque du Soleil’s Viva Elvis production to Las Vegas. While teaching at UNLV, his Latin ensemble won six Downbeat awards. He initiated a lecture series at the University bringing in over 50 guest artists since. He founded the Jazz Club at the Dispensary Lounge in 2012 (winning Best of Las Vegas), which revived the Las Vegas Jazz scene and featured luminaries such as Wynton Marsalis, Brandon Fields, Sam Most, Rick Margitza, Dick Griffin, Scott Henderson, Danny Gottlieb, George Garzone and many more. The opening tune of his album Colors “3-41” won 1st place in the 13th IMA awards. In the Fall of 2017, he joined the new Jazz Program at the Nevada School of the Arts and founded Vegas Records. In 2018 he received the part-time-teacher-of the-year award from the Fine Arts department at UNLV.

           His current projects the Uli Geissendoerfer Trio, backbone of the Jazz Club, with their CD “Long Way Home”, the “Beregovski Suite”, a duo with the fabulous, award winning violin virtuoso Alicia Svigals and his World Music group Colors featuring Pascale Elia.

Two books have been published a Jazz History with Robert Shipley for Kendall Hunt Publishing and a series of five books “The Natural Hand – The Art of Practicing”.

Two new albums a Duo and a Quartet with Julian Tanaka. He is also producing several singers including Ray Brown Jr., Michelle Johnson, Linda Woodson and others.

           He has worked with, among others, William Cepeda (Grammy nomination), Groove Collective, Giovanni Hidalgo, Blood Sweat & Tears, Leslie Uggams, Cirque du Soleil, Ute Lemper, David Cassidy, Tito Puente, several Symphonies, the Connecticut Opera, a bevy of Jazz greats and many African Artists.

 

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Ben Dunnill

Jazz Pianist / Jazz Vocalist

Performance Review

$20

With more than 50M views on TikTok alone, Ben Dunnill is a seasoned musician who embarked on his professional music journey at the tender age of 13. Over the span of a decade, he honed his craft in the realm of Piano Bars, diligently refining his skills to become one of Vancouver's most sought-after entertainers.


Ben's creative genius extends to producing and collaborating with notable artists, including the renowned "Mathew V." Their collaborative effort resulted in the chart-topping Jazz record titled "Anything Goes," a testament to Ben's ingenuity as both a co-producer and co-writer. He has also toured with Mathew playing renowned stages like Toronto's iconic "Massey Hall" and the esteemed Montreal Jazz Festival.


Not confined to live performances and studio work, Ben has embraced the digital era with remarkable success, amassing a substantial and engaged following on various social media platforms, most notably TikTok. His talent has earned him an impressive 50 million views, showcasing the widespread appreciation of his artistry.


Currently, Ben stands at the precipice of a new and exciting chapter in his career as he readies himself for the release of his debut EP. Drawing inspiration from his upbringing and formal training in Jazz, he ingeniously blends these classic influences with contemporary sounds, promising an innovative and mesmerizing musical experience for his eagerly-awaiting audience.

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Jim Lutz

Jazz / Funk / Blues / Pop Trombonist

Feedback for musicians

$35

Jim Lutz is an NYC musician specializing in trombone, bass guitars, and keyboards. He composes and produces music for clients around the world and for his YouTube channel, Twitch Livestream, Patreon page, and other outlets. Current work includes Beetlejuice 1st National Tour, Beginnings Chicago Tribute Band, and Brian Kirk & the Jirks. His credits include Cirque du Soleil, Disney, and the TONY® and EMMY® award-winning production "Blast!" 


Jim earned a master's degree in jazz studies at the University of Southern California while serving as a teaching assistant. He also earned a bachelor's degree in music education from Central Michigan University.

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Andrew Kremer

Composer / Producer / Bass Player / Educator

The Quickie

$20

I am really excited about having the chance to help you develop your musical ideas, your mixes, your musicianship, your career and anything else I can help with.

 

I have written, produced, and mixed over a thousand pieces of music and I have had something I created or helped shape, played somewhere in the world, every week for over 20 years, whether it be on radio, television, cinema, online or anywhere else you can think of. I have managed to do a few gigs along the way as well.


Music is about expressing yourself and creating magic. It is how I connect to other people and the world around me.


I am guessing that if you are on this site, it is probably the same for you. Not only that, but you are doing one of the smartest and most important things you could ever do. You are searching for the knowledge to better yourself and your music.


Let me help you discover new ways of approaching your music. Some things might be technical, if we are discussing your mixes. Some things might be physical, if we are talking about how you are with your instrument. I don't have all the answers, no one does, but I can promise you one thing. I will do my best to share with you as much as I can to help you on your way.


www.andrewkremer.com


Endorsements


“Andrew is one of the finest musicians I’ve had the pleasure to work with, as well as being a consummate artist in all areas of studio expertise. If you’re looking for someone with patience, experience and a calm logical mind to guide you on your musical journey then you’d be knocking at the right door!”


Neil Conti (Prefab Sprout, David Bowie, Annie Lennox)


" I have had the pleasure of working with this excellent musician on several occasions, he is totally professional and a gentleman, his mentoring skills and super impressive musical skills put him at the front of the class."


Steve Tannett (Music Director Marshall Amplification)


"I met Andrew through music, he’s such a creative musician. The more I got to know him, it became obvious why his music is so rich and rewarding, Andrew is a deep and inspiring soul."


C.J. Vanston (Prince, Toto, Carole King)

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Dave Bryce

Mix Engineer

Mix Feedback

$20

Hey! I'm Dave, and I'm a Brighton-based mixing engineer specializing in jazz, r&b, soul, and hip-hop.


With my help, my clients’ work has made waves on Spotify editorial playlists, enjoyed radio play on Jazz FM, and has been featured in Clash Magazine.


My top priority will always be to deliver mixes that reflect the artist's original idea, aligns with their tastes, and showcases their talent.


I regularly provide feedback to artists/producers on their tracks and empower them to release more music. It's one of the most fulfilling parts of my job, and I look forward to doing the same with you!

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Ben Zucker

Experimental Composer / Performer

Inspiration to completion

$100

I'm a musician working with an ever-changing array of genres, instruments, and practices, currently based in Chicago. Coming from a background in jazz and sound design, I try to discover how people, places, and technologies can have unique musical interactions, working as an active freelancer and cultural organizer who believes in the power and importance of seeking the unusual.


My influences and collaborators range from free improvisation to sound art to choral music to contemporary classical composition. I've released multiple albums and had my work featured at DOCNYC, the Darmstadt Fereinkurse (Germany), Steppenwolf Theater (Chicago), Trinity College Dublin, Nordic Percussion Festival, Ostrava New Music Days (Czech Republic), and the Banff Centre (Canada). I recently completed a PhD in Music Composition & Technology at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music.


I believe in music's capacity for extending our ways of thinking about ourselves and the world, and in my feedback seek to help artists think broadly about what they can do with their unique skills and resources!

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Mark Chosak

Composer / Producer / Guitarist

Recording, mixing and mastering feedback (2 sessions).

$50

I have worked professionally as a composer, producer and guitarist for recording sessions and live performances for over 30 years. My composing work includes over 900 composed and produced tracks for film, television, games, advertising, and online media in a wide variety of musical styles and instrumentations for both real and electronic instruments. My work as a guitarist encompasses recording sessions for albums, television, film, and games; as well as live performances. I have also taught music theory, harmony, sightreading, and guitar technique at the child and adult level (B.A. Music Composition, Guitar, UCLA, graduate of Dick Grove School, Composing/Arranging, Film Composing programs). I would be happy to help you improve your skills and achieve your musical goals.

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Bradley Kohn

Producer / Writer / Musician / Engineer

Professional Production Review

$50

Bradley Kohn is an award-winning Music Producer, Songwriter, Engineer and Multi-instrumentalist.

 

He is a published poet and writer, voting Grammy Member (P&E wing Los Angeles), stuntman, extreme sports athlete, British martial arts medallist and long-time meditator. 


Originally from London, England, Bradley grew to prominence in the UK and US music industries as a record producer and music creative; shaping culture through creative services, strategic advisory, branding and events.  In these capacities he worked with artists such as Foo Fighters, Neil Young, Black Keys, Adam Ant, Pendulum and companies such as EMI, Playboy, Novation, Discovery, Global Citizen, LVMH.


He was one of the co-producers for the 2012 Global Citizen Festival in NYC which raised over $1.3B+ in new commitments to benefit the extreme poor.

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Glenn Charles

Drummer / Composer / Educator

Video FeedBack on Drum Kit Performance and Development

$55

Glenn is a UK based musician/drummer and composer working in the world of jazz, west end and contemporary studio settings. Glenn was awarded a scholarship to study jazz performance at the Elder Conservatorium, Adelaide, Australia. Since completing his degree and returning to the UK he has continued study under the mentorship of Peter Erskine, setting up foundations as a freelance drummer, composer, and educator. 


Glenn has toured, performed, and recorded with West End Musicals such as Bat out of Hell UK 2021/22 (dep) and Jersey Boys (dep). And artists and musicians such as Andee-Louise Hypolite, Bogdan Kominowski, Beatrix Lovejoy Chappe, Michael Reed, Mike Dixon, John Aue, Julian Ferraretto, Luke Stevenson, IPlayBass, and many more.


Glenn composes for various musical contexts revolving around jazz and contemporary idioms. Currently, he leads and composes for, ORIGIN, a contemporary jazz project based in London that captures influences from Chick Corea, Brad Melhdau, Peter Erskine, Brian Blade and Voyager.


As an educator, Glenn teaches the methodologies of Podemski, Gary Chaffee, Maria Martinez and Ted Reed. Glenn teaches in a variety of areas that are not only expected of those wishing to thrive in a session world but that are also essential in developing musical versatility, creative understanding, stylistic authenticity, and improvisational freedom.

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Steven Orkin

Career Strategist

Career Advice and Strategy

$50

Steven Orkin is an 18-year veteran of the music business. Steven manages business and projects for artists Steve Smith (Journey/Vital Information), Dave Weckl (Chick Corea/Solo), Mike Stern (Miles Davis/Solo), and more.


A former ad agency executive, Steven's focus is on strategy. Understanding what the client wants is job #1. Then, it's a matter of planning a path to those goals.


In addition to client and project management, Steven is the owner/founder of Drum Fantasy Camp. DFC is one of the world's most esteemed drumming experiences. Attendees come from more than 15 countries each year. Instructors are among the world's most iconic drummers.

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Emilio Merone

Composer Producer / Pianist

Vocal or audio-track review and feedback

$20

I am a versatile musician with a Master's Degree in Classical Piano and Diplomas in Jazz and modern music.

I've composed soundtracks for seven short movies, 4 TV series, two documentaries, and Les News 24 TV. My music has also been used in adverts for fancy brands like Lexus, Lego, Toyota, Volkswagen, MasterClass, and Jaguar (you know, the ones with the cool cars).

I've got 36 albums to my name and have toured with some pretty amazing musicians, like Antonio Sanchez, Scott Colley, Jaques Morelenbaum, Sarah Jane Morris, and others.

So, if you're looking for musical tips that'll leave you just happy, then hop on board, and let's have a nice talk together!

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Joshua Cossette

Composer / Arranger / Pianist

Written feedback (Composition/Arranging Only)

$40

Hi everybody! My name is Joshua Cossette but you can call me Josh!

I'm a jazz pianist, composer, and arranger who has been performing and teaching music for over a decade. While my specialty is Jazz, I have performed in many different genres of music, such as Rock bands, Pop ensembles, Classical orchestras, Funk/R&B groups, and Gospel choirs. I look forward to working with you in performance, composition, giving career advice, and helping you reach your goals!

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Edge Music

Tutor / Composer / Producer / Singer Songwriter

Premium feedback with audio/video demo/explanation

$45

Hi! I am a professional musician, composer and tutor with 20 years actual teaching/mentoring behind me. Teaching and artist development is a deep passion for me, not just a "sideline" job, to "top-up" my other work ;-)


About me:


My name is Kevin Edge.


Classically trained on piano from the age of 7, and later complementing this groundwork with studying and playing jazz and other contemporary forms (pop/rock/funk/fusion/electronic/singer-songwriter etc), I have centred my life on the study, creation and performance of music in many different forms: piano, electric/acoustic guitar and clarinet, playing in bands, performing solo, songwriting, composition and production for TV and film/trailer music (including hybrid cinematic/orchestral), electronic music of all kinds, mixing and mastering, along with teaching, offering guidance and mentoring across all of these areas both privately and in college settings, including lecturing at the JMC Academy (counterpart to SAE) in Melbourne, Australia.


I work with clients to develop their mixing, mastering, singing. playing, composition, songwriting, production and applied music theory knowledge/skills, in order to progress their musicianship and empower them on their musical journey, be it as a career, or simply for their own personal creativity/expression etc.


I can guide and feedback across all these areas/layers, and draw links/connections between them, which can provide a powerful springboard for musical development, all in one place. Alternatively the feedback can be very focussed on one particular aspect, as the client wishes.


More audio/video and info can be found at:


www.edgemusic.net

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Albert S

Composer / Producer / Pianist / Guitarist

Mixing Tips Video Mini-Series!

$25

Hi, Albert here!

I'm a composer, producer, pianist, & guitar player based in St Albans (UK).

I began playing piano at five years old and picked up the guitar at age 11.


Aside from playing live, I am currently writing music for synch (advert jingles etc..) and have my first film score to do in Autumn 2023.

To date, my clients have included Once Upon a Time Agency, Altitude Film Studios, Monkey Shoulder Whisky, and BrambleTyne Games.


I can help with:


  • Composition, writing, & arranging
  • Mixing & Production
  • Mastering preparation
  • Improvisation (piano & guitar)
  • Advanced guitar techniques
  • Guitar tone ideas


Cheers!

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Lucas Lee

Guitarist / Producer / Lyricist / Songwriter

Vocal/Guitar/Song Review

$20

Hi there! My name is Lucas - welcome to my PIVODIO profile!


Music is my lifeblood. Crafting and digesting songs is my greatest passion, inspiration, purpose, and pursuit. I believe that music has the power to transcend boundaries between the human mind and the abstract world around us in ways that no other medium can replicate. Music is feeling, music is storytelling, the most digestible pill with some of the most profound impacts.


I am a lifelong musician with projects ranging across many genres from Jazz to Pop. I have toured the country, competed in jazz festivals, and studied electronic/studio music at UC Santa Cruz.


Nothing brings me more joy than helping others realize their potential to create art that is unique to them and only them.


Whether you're interested in songwriting, refining production, sprucing up your lyricism, or even just looking for an outside perspective on a nearly finished product - I would be honored to be a part of your journey and offer you all that I can.

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Russ Hewitt

Spanish / Latin / World Guitarist

Music business, music theory, arrangement, technique, performance, guitar, composition

$50

I'm a voting member of the Grammy's and Latin Grammy's and love the 'business' side of music, and I'm happy to pass along anything that I've learned so far.


I have a degree in Classical Guitar Performance as well as 30+ years of playing Hard Rock/Heavy Metal, among many other styles. I've been playing Spanish/Latin/World Jazz and have received many awards, press, and airplay. I have also played and recorded worldwide symphonies, orchestras, and philharmonics with my original music.


I love the art of songwriting and can break down (form & analysis) any song. My specialty is theory and could give deep insight on your music.


I've recorded four CD's featuring these incredible musicians: Guitarists - Nuno Bettencourt (Extreme, Rihanna), Marty Friedman (Megadeth, solo artist), Strunz & Farah, Larry Carlton; Strings - Romanian National Symphony Orchestra; Violinist - Charlie Bisharat (Michael Bublé, Elton John, Lady Gaga); Drums - Walfredo Reyes Jr (Santana, Steve Winwood, Chicago, Frank Gambale); Bass - Bob Parr (Cher, Brian Setzer Orchestra, Barry White); Percussionists - Rafael Padilla (Miami Sound Machine, Shakira, Gloria Estefan) and Efren Guzman (Alejandro Fernandez, Armando Manzanero, Andrea Bocelli). Mastered by Chris Bellman (Van Halen, Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson)


I am currently endorsed by Godin Guitars, Radial Engineering, Analysis Plus Cables, Morley Pedals, V-Picks, Neunaber Audio Effects, Voodoo Lab, BBF PedalBoards, Primacoustic, Mission Engineering, QiJack and DLS Effects. I have recently become a brand ambassador to the all-natural energy shot MTE, which includes appearing in commercials and licensing my music.

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Jason Foster

Musician / Content Creator / Entertainment Business

Music review and career coaching

$25

How can I help? My professional work experience includes Ludacris, T-Pain, Jadakiss, Usher, Kirk Franklin, SNL, Ellen DeGeneres, Darlene Zschech, William McDowell, Shaggy, and lots of national and international touring. I love music, content creation, multimedia production, business, and digital marketing. I love to see projects and creatives succeed.. I'm passionate about using my experience and knowledge to help other creatives succeed at their goals in life. If you need help, just hit me up!

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Julian Cassia

Film Composer / Music Producer / Songwriter

Song Production Review

$40

Julian Cassia is an Award Winning and Celebrated Film and Game Composer, Music Producer, Songwriter and Educator. His music has been heard in Films in Festivals all across North America, South America, Europe, Asia and Australasia. The Music he has produced and written has amassed several millions of steams on various platforms like Spotify, leading to a record deal with NYC based label with his Project “Japan, Man,” fronted by his Niece, Laeticia Acra. He holds a dual degree from Berklee College of Music, and a Masters in Film Composition from NYU in NYC.


Having lived in many places around the world, he adapts quickly to his students, and tailors information for them, so that it makes sense, and motivates them specifically. He has taught at Universities and Colleges across New York City, like New York University and SAE, as well as in Toronto, in Canada, at Recording Arts Canada.


He loves to help people in their musical journey, and hopes to help others achieve what he has managed to do himself, and that is to be a working musician that makes all income generated via musical pursuits.


You can receive feedback from Julian in English and French, and even Italian, though his Italian is not quite fluent.


Please visit my Website to see the musical world I inhabit.


http://www.juliancassiamusic.com


I look forward to helping you better your own musical worlds!

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Giacomo Franci

Classical Pianist / Conductor

Orchestra Conducting

$40

Giacomo Franci is a world-renowned pianist and conductor and the founder and Artistic Director of The New York Chamber Players. He gained fame for his interpretation of Aaron Copland's music, with his recording of "The Complete Edited Piano Works by A. Copland" receiving critical acclaim. Franci has also recorded works by Igor Stravinsky and Beethoven. He has performed at prestigious venues such as Alice Tully Hall and Carnegie Recital Hall. Franci teaches at The Tribeca Music Studio in New York City when not performing. He has also conducted many great orchestras, including the Beijing Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Chamber Orchestra.


He has also appeared on radio and television shows carried by New York One, ABC, WPIX, Manhattan Cable, Hofstra University Radio, Blusat Radio 2000 (an hour-long interview broadcast to an audience of over 2 million people), and Antenna 3. In 2008 Maestro Franci was selected to the Cambridge Who’s Who Registry which lists the most accomplished professionals in the U.S.



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