Relatively Speaking
“Relatively Speaking” features jazz/pop vocalist Suzie Ernesto, & guitarist Ed McCartan. The vocal duo, who are cousins, perform a wide variety of jazz-from the great standards of Gershwin, Van Huesen, and Antonio Carlos Jobim, to contemporary classics by James Taylor and Carole King. Ernesto & McCartan join forces to bring creative arrangements, poignant lyricism, playfulness, and exciting improvisation to any performance. Suzie Ernesto resides in the Reading area. In addition to “Relatively Speaking,” Suzie also performs with the Lancaster-based Red Rose City Chapter of the Sweet Adeline’s International & the quartet “Hot Off the Press.”

Ed & Mike Duo
Guitarist Ed McCartan and Keyboardist Mike Ciliberti perform a wide variety of classic jazz and contemporary instrumentals. The two have worked together in many ensembles, and as a duo, for the past 8 years performing around the region and East Coast. Their exciting performances blend creative arrangements with stimulating improvisations. Check the Upcoming Shows page to see them.

Solo
Ed Mcartan's solo guitar performance is a journey through the best loved songs of the 20th Century, from the 1920's to the hits of today! Ed's performance style is inspired by the masters of the chord melody idiom, Pass, Kessel and Bruno (to name a few). His innovative arrangements blend classic jazz and pop songs with his interpretive improvisations to create a truly enjoyable musical experience.

Mystic River
Mystic River is a classic rock ensemble that performs a wide variety of music. From the classic soulful sounds of Van Morrison and Otis Reading to great classic rock by the Rolling Stones, Grateful Dead, and Doors. Mystic River also performs great modern sounds from Bruce Springsteen U2, Queen and many more…..

Mystic River is Chuck Longenecker guitar and lead vocal, Ed Mccartan guitar/vocals and Nick Franclik Bass/vocals. These three musicians have worked together and independently with a wide variety of musicians and ensembles in the area and around the country. They have joined their combined musical talents and styles to form Mystic River, a truly musical experience.

“Great show! Every single person who came commented on how excellent
the band was.”

“I saw people dance that I didn’t know danced! Thank you so much.”
Meredith Margolis

To get more information about Mystic River and where they are playing go to www.myspace.com/mysticriverview

Ladies of Jazz
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Ed McCartan
610-432-5270
edm@edmccartan.com
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