*CAN ALSO PROVIDE PACKAGE DEALS WITH MONTAGE JAZZ ENSEMBLE (see below for details)*

Con Brio is a dynamic, talented group of performers comprised of a flutist, violinist, and guitarist. With over 17 years of ensemble and solo experience both nationally and abroad, these musicians delight crowds of all ages at a diverse range of events. Their specialty is adding a classical twist to hits from across a variety of genres and generations - they can write a custom arrangement of any song you want to hear!

Con Brio performs at weddings, receptions, cocktail hours, corporate functions, conferences, and parties, and can serve as the perfect entertainment to any gathering - large or small. Their repertoire is extremely diverse and includes classical, Celtic, jazz, pop, and even Blues.

Con Brio is available as a trio (flute, violin, guitar), as well as a duo (flute and guitar), and can provide any of these instrumentations to cater to your special occasion.

PERSONAL BIOS

Bria Schecker has performed as a soloist and principal ensemble member with several organizations, both nationally and abroad, throughout her 18 years as a flautist. From solo performances at the US Embassy in Paris, to an orchestral residency with West Chester University in Sicily, to woodwind quintets and symphony orchestras in the United States, Bria has enjoyed playing in diverse settings all over the world. Currently, Bria performs on principal parts for many Cambridge Symphony Orchestra performances, and teaches private students.

Tomoko Iwamoto, born in Japan, started playing the violin at the age of six. After moving to the U.S. to attend Berklee College of Music, she performed in numerous orchestras and ensembles including Lexington Symphony Orchestra, New England Philharmonic, Avalon String Quartet, Gliere String Duo, Clef Club, J-Way, and Lilac Jazz Trio. Tomoko has been an active freelance violinist in the Boston area for 18 years. She currently teaches on the faculty at Brookline Music School, and arranges and composes for J-Way, Mood Swings Orchestra, and Newton All-City Orchestra.

Brad Garone is a Boston-based guitarist and composer, a private music teacher by day and an active gigging musician at night. After years of self-taught practice as a young adult, Brad attended the prestigious Sound Recording Technology program at UMass Lowell. During his time at UMass, Brad studied under the renowned Jazz Guitarist, Jon Wheatley (UMass Lowell, Berklee School of Music). Brad has played with several distinguished bands and artists including Mondo Gecko, Richard James, and the Ross Livermore Band. He is currently the lead guitarist for the Boston-based funk/soul cover band, Sugarfoot.

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MONTAGE JAZZ ENSEMBLE

Montage is an eclectic group of young performers from around the Boston area. Comprised of some of the brightest musical minds in the region, Montage is dedicated to creating music of the highest caliber and execution for your event. Hailing from some of the best musical institutions in Massachusetts, including New England Conservatory, Berklee School of Music, and UMass Lowell, the members of Montage have years of experience playing in the top venues in the area. The group has a special niche for wedding receptions and dinners, being able to paint the perfect musical ambiance for any setting. Montage is always ready to get the people dancing, and they do it with a classy, jazzy song list that sets them apart from other bands.

**Full Horn Section also available upon request!!**