BARELY MANILOW: The #1 Longest Running Tribute to Barry Manilow

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One of the best-selling artists of the 70’s comes to life in this tribute to the “Greatest Showman” in Adult Contemporary music, Barry Manilow. Barely Manilow pays homage to Barry with unique storytelling, spot on vocals and first-class instrumentation. You’ll be singing along to every top 10 hit from this master songsmith. Mandy, Copacabana, I Can’t Smile Without You, I Write The Songs and many more! This is a CAN’T MISS event!

PERFORMER BIOS:

Jonathan Elgart – current nominee for Male Tribute Artist of the Year. Also leads tributes to Neil Diamond, Billy Joel and Elton John. He has toured nationally, performing at Theaters, Performing Arts Centers, Festivals, Country Clubs, etc. Jonathan is an Army Veteran and proud father of two.

Joe Menendez – a member of the nationally renowned One O’Clock Jazz Band from North Texas State University, Joe went on to tour with Tina Turner, Tom Jones, Stevie Wonder and Elvis Presley. He also performed as a resident saxophonist in Las Vegas for almost 20 years, playing for all the big Vegas names, including Sinatra, Humperdink, Newton, etc.

Jim Rosati, Jr. – A world beat drummer and percussionist, adds his unique talent and passion to the mix. Performs in all of Jonathan’s Tributes. Also performs in a successful variety duo called Island Hoppers. Jim also shares his talent teaching a variety of students, helping them live out their passion.

Paul Luther – a lead, rhythm guitar player who also rocks the bass in all of Jonathan’s Tributes. Paul is co-founder with our drummer, Jim, in the successful duo, The Island Hoppers. He has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages including Wembley Arena. Paul moved to Florida after living in Chicago, touring the US in the late 90’s to early 2000’s.

Gary Bivona – multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Gary was an original member of this tribute. So glad to be able to perform with him again. He is the musical director and founding member of the long-running and highly successful tributes to Journey and Bon Jovi. A great entertainer in his own right, Gary also performs tributes to Elton John and Tony Bennett…in his spare time!

BAND MEMBERS:

Jonathan Elgart – Lead Vocal and Piano

Joe Menendez – Saxophone

Jim Rosati, Jr. – Drums

Paul Luther – Bass

Gary Bivona – Keyboards