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Mia Scirocco - Rhodes -(Vocalist/Percussion)
Mia
has her B. S. in both Studio Engineering and Music Education as well as
her Masters of Science in Music Education from the College of Saint Rose.
Her vocal studies began in the area of classical music, and from there,
expanded into jazz, pop, rock and country. Mia's professional recording
experience started at age 13, when she recorded in NYC and Bearsville
Studios in Poughkeepsie, NY. Through the years, Mia has also appeared
on television singing live for such events as Talent contests and Telethons.
In addition, she has been requested to perform the National Anthem at
many other important events such as the Special Olympics, OTB Tennis Tournaments,
and for the NBA's 76ers Professional Basketball team. Mia's voice may
also be heard on other local radio stations performing jingles for capital
district businesses in the area.
Paul DeBiase - (Drums, Vocals)
Founder of the
Grand Central Station band, Paul is a true veteran performer, having played
drums professionally in front of thousands of people over the course of
the past 30 years. Paul gained a respect and passion for the percussive
arts at an early age, and has studied with notable drummer Don Bush, percussionist
for the Boston Pops Orchestra under the direction of world-renowned conductor
Arthur Fiedler. An avid Rhythm & Blues fan who sites influences including
Earth, Wind and Fire, Tower of Power, The Motown Sound and
James Brown, Paul's first desire is to create a solid rhythmic canvas
on which to paint music that entertains, involves and moves
the audience. And, with section-mate and brother Frank DeBiase on bass
(see below), Paul has developed a mastery of his instrument that has earned
him the utmost respect of many of the region's top musicians
Frank DeBiase - (Bass)
Long a fan
of the "Motown Sound" and the great California session bassists
of the 60s, Frank began crafting his solid, driving bass style more than
three decades ago. Ever since that time, he has continued to play, learn
and refine, constantly striving to deliver the ultimate rhythmic performance
in conjunction with his section-mate of 30 years (and brother), drummer
Paul DeBiase. Always the "practical joker" of the band, Frank's
shy, quiet demeanor belies a tremendous sense of humor, and a wealth of
musical talent.any of the region's top musicians.
Bruce Guerineau - (Guitar, Vocals)
Over the course
of his 25-year career, Bruce has consistently continued to develop as
a top guitar talent. It was super-pickers like Eric Clapton, Wes Montgomery
and B.B. King who first piqued his interest in the instrument, and ultimately
led him to the Berklee College of Music in Boston. Following college,
Bruce spent more than a decade honing his craft while touring the U.S.
with several topflight bands that regularly performed 5 to 7 nights a
week.
Bob Zampino - (Piano, Keyboards, Vocals)
An acclaimed
pianist/singer/songwriter in his own right, Bob earned a "Billboard
Magazine Certificate of Achievement" for a pair of compositions selected
as part of the magazine's annual songwriter competition. It is his dynamic,
live performance persona and incredible playing style that have endeared
him to legions of fans, both musicians and listeners alike. A student
of classical piano, Bob began his journey into music at age seven, studying
with such noted instructors as James Early and Stanley Hummel. Since then,
he has performed in several well known bands, including the Rock and Roll
Hall of Fame 60's pop group the Rascals. It is his strong, dynamic style
and electric personality that define much of the sound and scope of Grand
Central Station
Grand Central Station Band
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