This will be a special evening that you will not soon forget. The musicians will be available at the break and after the show to discuss their music.
The Americana Community Music Association is a Fort Myers based not for profit that promotes original Americana Music. www.americanacma.org
J.Robert’s “true heart” is his songwriting and movie scores. J.Robert’s song “Florida Fiddler” won 1st place in the 1994 Will McLean Festival, thanks to Pete Seeger’s fine judgement!
J.Robert is a BMI writer with many film score credits on National TV such as “Big Bang Theory,” “Madame Secretary,” as well as the Travel Channel and Hallmark Channel.
J.Robert has performed music extensively throughout the United States, Switzerland, England, and has represented the US State Department at the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan, Asia 2018.
www.jrobertmusic.com
Ricky Baker Cegelis, Ricky is Local singer songwriter that has performed solo and with a few different bands throughout the Fort Myers area. He is a excellent songwriter, guitar player and harmonica player.Ricky picked up a guitar at age 45 for something to do while recovering from foot surgery. His wife decided that if she was going to have to listen to him sing she’d better get him to take some vocal lessons. Having been bitten by the performing bug he started seeking out open mics in the Bar Harbor and Bangor, Maine area.
Ricky has collaborated with many musicians over the last couple decades.
Primarily a rhythm guitar player he’s hooked up with lead players that flesh out his songs.lues, and folk-rock. He writes primarily from the perspective of experience. He has written song ballads, b
He has opened shows for Fred Eaglesmith, David Raitt (Bonnie’s brother), and Muriel Anderson. He loves being a member of ACMA and is grateful for the many venues and musical styles they promote.
More recently, Karen’s focus has turned to the Early Women of the Blues, interpreting their songs and bring their music to light.
Karen brings an authentic feel to their music, and like them, she adds her own authenticity to all the songs she writes and covers