Scott Grimaldi

The original teen idols from the 1950s-1960s sing their biggest hits.

I'll be playing in the Pit Orchestra as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, Lucy & the entire Peanuts gang come to life in one of the most beloved family musicals of all time.

The Hotel Excelsior Orchestra is a small ensemble, consisting of woodwinds, brass and a rhythm section.  The style of music is indicative of the jazz music that was played between the 1920s - 1930s.  The style and sound of this ensemble can be compared to the legendary band, "Vince Giordano & The Nighthawks".

Fabian, along with Frankie Avalon and Bobby Rydell, were united by Producer Dick Fox.  These “Golden Boys” were three of the most popular Teen Idols of the late 50s and 60s. They have proved to be an overwhelming live concert success. Countless television appearances, a special performance for the President of the United States, and a Golden Boys PBS special, have brought on a vast audience of fans, not only from the fun generation, but all generations.

Winner of nine Tony Awards when it debuted in 1964, Fiddler on the Roof touched audiences worldwide with its humor, warmth and honesty.

He's the King of Philly Rock & Roll and Cruisin’ 92.1 WVLT’s Jerry Blavat. He is a cultural icon in Philadelphia, well known for his on-air personality and knowledge of music, writers and performers. 

Starring:

* The Clovers (Devil or Angel, Love Potion #9)

* Eddie Holman (Hey There Lonely Girl)

* The Intruders (I'll Always Love My Mama, Cowboys to Girls)

* The Moments (Love on a 2-Way Street)

* Norman Fox & the Rob-Roys (Tell Me Why)

* Philly's Blue Magic (Sideshow, Stop to Start)

* Ray, Goodman, & Brown (Special Lady)

* The Vogues (Turn Around, Magic Town)

* plus Bobby Wilson, son of Jackie Wilson, with a tribute to his dad

For 23 seasons Plays-in-the-Park’s production of JOSEPH at State Theatre New Jersey has delighted audiences of all ages with its bright array of song and dance, based on the timeless Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lyrics by Tim Rice. For those who have never seen it, and for those who wish to see it again, we'll see you at the State Theatre this holiday season.

For 23 seasons Plays-in-the-Park’s production of JOSEPH at State Theatre New Jersey has delighted audiences of all ages with its bright array of song and dance, based on the timeless Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lyrics by Tim Rice. For those who have never seen it, and for those who wish to see it again, we'll see you at the State Theatre this holiday season.

For 23 seasons Plays-in-the-Park’s production of JOSEPH at State Theatre New Jersey has delighted audiences of all ages with its bright array of song and dance, based on the timeless Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lyrics by Tim Rice. For those who have never seen it, and for those who wish to see it again, we'll see you at the State Theatre this holiday season.

For 23 seasons Plays-in-the-Park’s production of JOSEPH at State Theatre New Jersey has delighted audiences of all ages with its bright array of song and dance, based on the timeless Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lyrics by Tim Rice. For those who have never seen it, and for those who wish to see it again, we'll see you at the State Theatre this holiday season.

Featuring Jay and The Americans ("Cara Mia," "Only in America," "This Magic Moment");  Paul Revere's Raiders ("Kicks," "Hungry," "Indian Reservation"); Lou Christie ("Lightning Strikes," "The Gypsy Cried," "Two Faces Have I"); The Vogues ("Five O'clock World," "You're the One," "Till"); and Manhattan Skyline. 

Motown legends, The Temptations ("My Girl", "The Way You Do The Things You Do", "Get Ready", "Ain't Too Proud To Beg") will join the Four Tops ("I Can't Help Myself", "Baby I Need Your Lovin', "Ain't No Woman", "Bernadette"), better known as the Grand Gentlemen of Rock and Roll.

Into The Woods Woodwind Trio will be performing at the Wedding Expo between 12noon - 1:15pm.  We will also have a booth at the Expo for interested Brides & Grooms looking to book our trio to play at their ceremony and cocktail hour.

INTO THE WOODS Woodwind Trio will be giving back to the community by presenting a free concert to the Veterans who have served our country (and their families). A variety of musical genres and recognizable pop tunes between World War II through the 1970's and beyond will be performed on an array of various woodwind instruments.

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Performing music from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary and Jazz, on an array of woodwind instruments, with narration and closing audience participation.  Free to the public.     

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Motown legends, The Temptations ("My Girl", "The Way You Do The Things You Do", "Get Ready", "Ain't Too Proud To Beg") will join the Four Tops ("I Can't Help Myself", "Baby I Need Your Lovin', "Ain't No Woman", "Bernadette"), better known as the Grand Gentlemen of Rock and Roll.

I'll be performing in the pit orchestra of this very entertaining musical, great for the entire family.

For 22 seasons Plays-in-the-Park’s production of JOSEPH at State Theatre New Jersey has delighted audiences of all ages with its bright array of song and dance, based on the timeless Biblical story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Lyrics by Tim Rice.

Teen Idol and Rock and Roll Legend, Lou Christie, sings his top #1 hits including The Gypsy Cried, Two Faces Have I,  Lightning Strikes, Rhapsody in the Rain, I’m Gonna Make You Mine & more.  Fun fact:  Lou's composition, Beyond the Blue Horizon, was featured in the 1988 movie and soundtrack, "Rain Man", staring Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman.

Into The Woods is a unique woodwind trio comprised of founding members, Rick Bergacs, Scott Grimaldi and Barry Nudelman, performing music from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Contemporary and Jazz, on an array of various woodwind instruments (recorders, piccolo, flutes, clarinets, bassoon and saxophones).  For more info. visit www.intothewoodsmusic.com/

Bobby Rydell is an iconic American singer, mainly of rock and roll music. In the early 1960s, he was considered a teen idol. His most well known songs include "Wild One" and "Volare", and he appeared in the movie Bye Bye Birdie in 1963.

Motown legends, The Temptations ("My Girl", "The Way You Do The Things You Do", "Get Ready", "Ain't Too Proud To Beg") will join the Four Tops ("I Can't Help Myself", "Baby I Need Your Lovin', "Ain't No Woman", "Bernadette"), better known as the Grand Gentlemen of Rock and Roll, to collaborate for a performance at the Event Center.

Featuring such artists as The Chiclettes, The Dubs (“Don't Ask Me to Be Lonely”, “Chapel of Dreams and Could This Be Magic”), The Tymes, (“Wonderful, Wonderful,” “Somewhere”, “You Little Trustmaker” and “So Much in Love”), Jay Siegel's Tokens (“Tonight I Fell in Love”, ”Portrait of My Love,” and their signature song, “The Lion Sleeps Tonight”).  Headlining the show is the multi-talented singer-songwriter Lou Christie best known for his three pop hits in the 1960's including,” Two Faces Have I”, “I'm Gonna Make You Mine”, “The Gypsy Cried” and his 1966 #1 hit “Lightnin' Strikes”.

Featuring:

Greg Giannascoli, Marimba (soloist around the world, 2005 Percussive Arts Society International Convention. Recorded five albums of major works for marimba. Holds endorsement contracts with Yamaha, Sabian, and Vic Firth. Master classes at many music schools including Juilliard and the Manhattan School of Music). 

Sandy Sasso, Vocalist (singer with the best in the business. Jazz legends, presidents, entertainment giants, and some of the most recognizable road bands that include Dorsey, Goodman, Riddle and various Pops big bands).

Travel tip:  Enter the park at Hoes Lane West and River Rd.  You will see the Old Town.  The performance area will be there under a tent.

Aretha Franklin is an American singer–songwriter and musician. In 1967, Franklin achieved commercial acclaim and success with songs such as "Respect", "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and "Think". These hits and more helped her to gain the title The Queen of Soulby the end of the 1960s decade.  Franklin has recorded a total of 112 charted singles on Billboard and has won a total of 18 Grammy Awards and is one of the best-selling artists of all time, having sold over 75 million records worldwide.  Franklin has been honored throughout her career including a 1987 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, in which she became the first female performer to be inducted. Franklin is listed in at least two all-time lists on Rolling Stone magazine, including the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time.

The Husband & Wife team of Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr. are recording artists, performers and authors. They have received 7 Grammy Awards and earned 15 gold and 3 platinum records, including starring roles on television and stage. They have performed to sold-out concerts around the world.  As lead vocalists of one of the top singing groups of the late 60’s and early 70’s, The 5th Dimension, they recorded such classics as UP, UP & AWAY, AQUARIUS/LET THE SUNSHINE IN, WEDDING BELL BLUES, ONE LESS BELL TO ANSWER, and STONED SOUL PICNIC to name a few.  After a decade with The 5th Dimension, Billy & Marilyn decided to leave the group and establish themselves as a duo. They had immediate success with the single, YOU DON’T HAVE TO BE A STAR (TO BE IN MY SHOW). It was a #1 hit and earned them a Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance By a Duo or Group.

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I'll be playing the reed 1 book in the pit orchestra.

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I'll be playing Alto, Flute and Clarinet in the Broadway Pops Orchestra as the opening act for JOHN SEBASTIAN
(ROCK-AND-ROLL HALL-OF-FAMER, LEADER OF "THE LOVIN' SPOONFUL", SINGER, SONGWRITER). 

I'll be playing Rock 'n' Roll Saxophone in the Pit Orchestra.

I'll be playing alto & tenor saxes in the horn section.

The Infernos Band:

America’s #1 Show Band, featuring original Commodores vocalist, Kenny Simmons, has been on the music scene since 1977. In recent years the band has also performed for President Obama and as the opening act for the rock group Chicago.

I'll be playing Alto Sax & Flute in the horn section.  I've performed with these legendary groups in the past and they always put on great shows!