Buffalo Musicians
Bagpipes
Brass
Brass
Austin Oprean
716-341-6444
Biography
Dr. Austin Oprean is an active performer and educator in the Western New York region. A member of the Traverse Symphony Orchestra, Austin frequently performs with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and has previously performed with the Broadway Touring Cast of Chicago the Musical, the Altoona Symphony Orchestra, and internationally in Quebec and Cuba. Dr. Oprean maintains an active teaching schedule, having taught at both Interlochen Arts Academy and Camp, FredBrass Institute, and a number of public schools throughout Michigan. He has taught privately as well over the past decade. Dr. Oprean is available for any occasion.
Guitar
Classical Guitar
Joseph Mahfoude
716 - 873-5499
Biography
Solo classical guitar for your wedding service or cocktail hour, and a six piece modern dance band for your reception or corporate event. I hold a music degree and I am a performance scholarship winner. My recent clients are available for references.
A One Man Band
Peter Haskell
607-732-4762
Biography
My musical styles range from vintage Sinatra to old rock 'n roll. I even do a few country tunes.I play all venues from nightclubs and banquet halls to private homes.
Solo Guitar
Rick Strauss
716-877-1677
Biography
Rick Strauss has two, internationally released, discs, Jump Start & Body Lines, receiving critical acclaim, and chart positions on Billboard Jazz Charts. Rick played and composed for Spyro Gyra's Morning Dance album, which rose to the top of the charts and received Platinum status. Their biggest selling album to date! Strauss has performed with the Buffalo and Rochester Philharmonic Orchestras – many well-know names in contemporary Jazz, including: Bobby Short, Dianne Reeves, Bobby Militello, Don Menza, John Dankworth, and Dave Brubeck. Rick Strauss is available for Solo, duo and group work.
Harp
Solo Harp
Beth Ann Breneman
716-743-0523
Biography
Live harp music is unique, elegant and memorable. It makes your special occasion remarkable! Fill the air of your event with selections that range from pieces written just for the harp to wonderful arrangements of Gershwin and Cole Porter favorites. For more information feel free to contact David Siegfried, a fellow musician and my husband, or me at (716) 743-0523 I look forward to talking to you! Beth
Solo Harp
Sonja Inglefield
716-679-0568
Biography
Sonja Inglefield is Professor of Harp at SUNY Fredonia.She earned an Artist Diploma and a Master of Music in pedagogy from the Peabody Conservatory. As a soloist and chamber musician, she has performed throughout the United States and Europe. After sixteen years as Principal Solo Harpist with the Baltimore Opera Company, Sonja came to western New York. Here, she has appeared with the Chautauqua Symphony, the Erie Philharmonic, the Western New York Chamber Orchestra and the June in Buffalo Contemporary Music Festival, among others.
Oboe / English Horn
Oboe / English Horn
Megan Kyle
Biography
Megan Kyle recently earned a Master’s of Music from DePaul University as a student of Eugene Izotov. Prior to that she completed undergraduate studies in music and English at Oberlin Conservatory and College. She was most recently a member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago, and has performed with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and the New World Symphony in Miami. Megan welcomes the opportunity to perform a range of classical genres, from Baroque and Classical repertoire to contemporary music. She has performed for weddings, religious services, dance concerts, and corporate events, and is available for these and other opportunities.
Piano
Piano
Ivan Docenko
716-239-9635
Biography
Ivan Docenko is one of the best known pianists and versatile musicians in Western New York. He is currently staff accompanist at Buffalo State Music College. Docenko serves as music director at St. Thomas Aquinas church and is also keyboardist for the Camerata di Sant'Antonio and the Johann Strauss Orchestra of Buffalo. As a freelance pianist, Docenko performs throughout the area with his violinist brother ,Gregory Docenko.Most notably, providing incidental music for WNED's documentary, POLONIA: Western New York's Polish-American Legacy. He is available for any occasion or musical program.
Piano
Krista Seddon
Biography
Add the touch of elegance to your special event with Krista Seddon. From ambient solo piano to small jazz groups, Kirsta will create the right atmosphere for your occasion. A broad repertoire includes classical selections, jazz standards and broadway melodies. Ms. Seddon's musical activities include an affiliation with the Buffalo Philharmonic and touring Broadway productions.
Piano, vocals
Judd Sunshine
Biography
For years Judd has delighted audiences with his vocal or instrumental renditions of classic melodies from the 40s through today's hits. His extraordinarily diverse repertoire includes the memorable music of George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Hoagy Charmichael, Duke Ellington, Louie Armstrong, The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Eric Clapton, Billy Joel, Elton John plus many of your other favorites. Judd can also perform as a duo / trio / or as leader of a full dance band Your requests are always welcome and delivered with a touch of good humor to guarantee a great time!
Piano, Pipe Organ
Timothy Dyet
Biography
Tim Dyet has been a performing Pianist & Trombonist in the Western New York Area for over 10 years. He is currently the Director of Music & Worship at St. Peterâs Lutheran Church of Sanborn, Director of the Niagara University Pep Band, Local Pit Musician, and a recording artist with the critically-acclaimed rock group Strange Standard.
Tim received his Bachelors of Science in Music Business Instrumental Trombone from Nazareth College in 2016. Tim also performs Jazz & Blues as a keyboardist and currently studies in Dr. Nick Weiserâs private Jazz Piano Studio in Fredonia.Violin
Violin
Greg Docenko
Biography
Greg Docenko is one of the busiest strolling violinists in the area. You name a song, and he can play it. His repertoire is tremendous.
