Mick Archer Trio Dueling Pianist from Fort Lauderdale, FL

Mick Archer is a world-traveled singing pianist who performs solo, as dueling pianos, and piano/vocal with his trio. Classically trained at The American Conservatory, an expert jazz and blues player and interpreter of The Great American Song Book, he is also a master classic rock entertainer, and one of the creators of the world-wide phenomenon of dueling pianos. His soulful, bluesy singing and quick wit distinguish him as more than just a great pianist. He leads THE MICK ARCHER TRIO in a swinging ensemble that provides a great listening as well as dance experience. Mick uses a portable grand piano to establish a visual as well as sonic personality.They have opened and performed along side such stars as Joan Rivers (they can be seen onstage with her in her recent SHOWTIME COMEDY SPECIAL"DON'T START WITH ME'), Jay Leno and Ray Charles, entertained corporate/civic and college clients ranging from Abbot Laboratories, Motorolla,Chicago Special Events, University of Wisconsin and Northwestern University. Their CD, ALL DRESS UP, is available on iTunes. They are 'the house trio' at TWELVE WEST ELM NIGHT CLUB in the heart of Chicago's Street entertainment district, and perform in other noted jazz and blues venues throughout the great Chicago area. Mick prides himself on making jazz entertainment something that goes beyond the specialized audience of dedicated jazz affencionados,reaching a broad audience of all ages and tastes. Unlike many jazz acts, mick's trio plays familiar melodies that range from the great standard traditons of Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet, through The Beatles,Motown, classic rock, movie and television themes, and contempoary artist such as Cold Play and Oasis. Consider hiring THE MICK ARCHER TRIO for any event, be it a concert, party, wedding, festival, or any gathering for great music and good times. Cionsider hiring THE MICK ARCHER TRIO for any event that