Mr Christopher
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ABOUT

An advanced player, I solo perform weekly with both electric and acoustic sets. Recently moved to Florida from Maine. Primary guitarist with an established 18 piece big band and various jazz combos in New England. Family guy with focus on making others look good. Have professional equipment and more importantly, I love to play. Can sing tenor and enjoy it. Available to assist quality soloists, singers or bands, and I show up for rehearsals, sober even.

Screen name:
Mr Christopher
Member since:
Aug 21 2023
Active within 1 week
Level of commitment:
Very Committed
Years playing music:
40
Gigs played:
Over 100
Tend to practice:
More than 3 times per week
Available to gig:
4-5 nights a week

Influences

Frank Vignola, Carl Verheyen, Wes Montgomery, Lee Ritenour, Phil Keaggy, Composer Ennio Morricone, Donald Fagan, Blaise Pascal, G.K. Chesterton, Doug Wilson, Mom, Dad, Liz the kids, Jesus (especially Jesus), Good wine, Sailing and fast motorcycles. Can reach me by mobile. Send a honk to : eight one eight, two zero three, nine two eight three.

Instrument experience:

Acoustic Guitar:
Expert
Rhythm Guitar:
Advanced
Lead Guitar:
Advanced
Background Singer:
Moderate
Vocalist - Tenor:
Moderate

EQUIPMENT

Full range of cheap but dashing sunglasses, hats aimed at making me look musical and an older Isuzu Rodeo to carry the Vintage Strat, Gibson 339, Hagstrom D'Acquisto Archtop, Taylor 614, along with wicked heavy Roland and Fender amps and effects, even heavier Mackie powered mixer, PA and a JBL line array getting a lot of use these days. And a snappy dolly to roll most of it into the gig at one move....well, most of it anyway. :-)

MUSIC

CALENDAR

Semi private but available if you contact me: 818.203.9283 for access and headcount. You can BYOB and have fun at the Bulow Plantation Clubhouse. The natives are friendly and you might decide to move to Bulow, one of the nicest "Old Florida" parks in the region.

We're headed to Maine for the summer to play some jazz with old friends and complete an album project that's taking wayyyyyy too long! I'm looking forward to seeing my Flagler Beach, Palm Coast and Ormond Beach friends on Friday, 3 May at 5:30 in the Halifax Pub, home to many new friendships I've enjoyed developing along with Christine and Joe who do a great job managing this place (not to mention the best fish tacos around).

The Residents at Gold Choice never cease to amaze me as they get up to dance, sing along and provide so much enthusiasm for all kinds of music! Activities Director Laura keeps these folks hopping and does a great job.

Headed back to Maine to see old friends, sing at church, finish my album and give thanks for another great year in Florida with some very special friends and family.

Past Events

Love to get the residents up and moving! They love it too and this is one of my most rewarding gigs!

Checking out the new stage, sound system and lighting in this cozy but impressive venue one block from the beach on South Daytona Avenue and Moody Blvd./Route 100 in Flagler Beach.

Spring will have sprung and love songs will be on my mind along with some high energy later in the evening. We'll see what the gang is into at the Tavern. Open to the Public and the food is awesome!

Another night with friends at a favorite spot! Bringing in some requests I've gotten from the locals and Halifax members. Should be fun!

Frank and Brad of "Simple Minds" asked if I'd bring some lead guitar and backing vocals to the mix for Bike Week. The Roadhouse is in the Bulow RV resort on Old Kings Road between Old Dixie and Route 100/Moody Blvd. Should be fun. Open to the public. Make a left at the gate once you're in on the access road.

Carving up more tracks with the headphones on for the day! Noon to 5PM

Working improvisational techniques, some Mark Knopfler and Roy Orbison with online class.

Breaking to be in the studio laying down tracks!

I'm coming prepared with some Jazz, Roots and Love. Music for dancing slow and some for working up a sweat! DISCLAIMER: I have full permission from my wife to gig on Valentine's Day ! :-)

The guests here provide relentless pressure to add more tunes and keep it fresh! Something I'm very pleased to do. Hope you can join us.

Special event for special folks.

The Homie's have locked me in once again. I love these guys. Private party.

The Cafe continues to impress with the installation of a new stage, sound and video system. Full bar, great relaxed local vibe and food.

Home party in lovely Flagler Beach. Private affair.

This is a best kept secret spot with one of the best kitchens and menus in town, it's always so much fun to play here. Great crowd, full bar and wonderful food. After dinner, a bunch of folks can't help themselves and love to dance. I always love providing the beats to go with it! The Halifax Tavern is at the Clubhouse off Old Dixie Hway and is nestled in the woods on the Greens.

Finishing out 2023 with friends new and old, music and great food. Festivity details to be announced shortly! Auld lang syne is on the play list, that much we know!

Private Party

Christine and the team go OVER THE TOP with Christmas cheer and decor! Add in cooler nights, hot food amazing bar and wonderful music to make it a great evening. C'mon out !

Private Party with early morning dance crazies.

The lovely Halifax Plantation is one of my favorite spots. Burgers, Steaks, Fish Tacos go great with smooth jazz, some acoustic roots and fun. Hope you can join us.

Another night at one of my favorite spots. Wonderful crowd, great food and bar and atmosphere for anyone including couples and the whole family.

Another chance to be with the golden gals and guys!

Get to play some vintage tunes and get the vintage crowd up dancing!

An evening of Jazz, a little more be-bop and some funk and dance tunes during the intermission. Hope you can join us!

This place is a gem, one block off the beach to boot ! The food is great, very reasonable and they have a full bar and lots of good time feel. BIG supporters of live music and a great place even for families to enjoy a night of jazz, vocals and a few souls might even dance. Bring it on ! Hope to see you there. The place is worth a try. Live music on Friday nights and the stage here is a great place for my sets. I enjoy myself here a lot. Hope to see you there!

Another opportunity to cheer up the residents, many of whom struggle with injuries and memory care. We have a blast on this gig. This is a regularly scheduled private function for Chris.

Another night at a favorite spot of mine. Playing here is a joy and the crowd of both members and regulars are really sweet folks. I've gotten to know a number of them and so enjoy playing music while they enjoy great food, conversation and drinks. We'll be bringing Miss JJ in for some of the sets and her vocals are sweet! Hope you can make it !

Love playing for the residents and watch people dance. This is a private facility but I love to give my time to this.

A few surprises on the 8th are in store as I'm breaking in a new vocalist. The plan is to have Miss JJ sit in on a few tunes. And she can get those high notes I'm not even trying to sing! That's why God allowed us to create electric guitars and amps ! I'll be here also on the 23rd. This place has a really great kitchen, the Tavern is a famous local spot and it is open to the public. Elegant but affordable and I never say no to an invitation to play here! It's that much fun.

An evening of Jazz, American Roots and fun at the lovely Halifax Plantation Clubhouse Tavern off Old Dixie Highway. The food and atmosphere is wonderful here and the folks are great. Open to the public. Set begins at 5:30 till closing at 8:30.