Brulée - The Repertoire |
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Jazz StandardsSatisfying Jazz Standards that have a familiar heartfelt expression reminiscent of those days when cocktails and cigarettes were a trendy pastime, men were suave and women were becoming evermore outspoken and willing to live on the edge despite their beauty.
Jazz SwingMischievous Jazz Swing regularly makes its comeback as each new generation explores the exciting movements that make swing dancing a favorite. The harmonics and improvisational nature of this music lends itself to freeform expression and delight.
BrazilianBrazilian rhythms, Samba and Bossa Nova, are beloved by people of all continents. They are a blending of the music of many cultures, African, Caribbean, Portuguese, French and Spanish. These influences all converge to create the lasting sound of love, passion, celebration and carnival!
BluesMelodic Blues, from R ‘n B to low down, they bring the heart of the North American melting pot culture to the forefront. The songs we’ve known and loved from childhood, youth and into our adult years. One can’t help but move to the music when you hear these classics.
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Contemporary SoundsContemporary Sounds include a full range of musical styles representative of Baby boomers and more recent generations. Beloved songs from the finest modern artists touch which upon a full compliment of the human experience.
OriginalsOriginal Compositions by Brulée cover an extremely wide range of expression ranging from boogie, blues and country, to heart-felt jazz ballads. The songs feature insightful and witty lyrics and catchy musical twists that are a constant delight and often cause the listener to both enter a state of reflection and to sing along at the same time.
Crowd Participation: Doug Onstad plays with a depth of feeling and rhythmic flair that takes the instrumentation, whether piano or guitar, and transforms it into a multi-layered pleasurable and gratifying arrangement. Doug’s work provides a playground for Julie Weiner’s vocal accompaniment, as she rides freely along lyrical stylings and glides through the nuances of a graciously extemporized performance to its captivating resolve thus building the emotional groundwork for cherished and memorable moments by her audience. Much more than that, are the clever and witty interactions between Julie, Doug and the audience which result in moments of irreverent humor and a general good time. The combination results in great music and charm by an endearing duo. |
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