The Band
Cherry Pie can be found lighting it up at the historic Griswold Inn in Essex, Connecticut every Thursday night. Besides our regular line-up, we are fortunate to have talented musicians join us, including Steve Peck, Tommy Nagy, Tom Murphy, Mark Gerhart, George Lesiw, Joe Grieco, and once in a great while Cody Nilsen and Josh Kiggins to name a few. Find us at venues from Norwalk to Rhode Island!
Jilian Grey
Vocals/Ukuleles
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Jilian Grey has appeared at notable venues from Washington, DC to South Florida, and Las Vegas. Under her father’s tutelage, a Metropolitan Opera alumna, she formed the basis for her style that is passionate, honest and natural. “We fell hopelessly in love with Jilian Grey; she’s got a voice like fresh-churned butter.”(XS Magazine) Cherry Pie is her passion project, with every song a favorite and the opportunity to play for wonderful audiences.
Michael Savino
Guitar/Vocals
Michael has performed numerous solo, duo and band His versatility in everything from swing, R&B, rock, to name a few has made him an audience favorite and a valuable asset to any musical combo. Mike has played to enthusiastic crowds in local restaurants, cafes, nightclubs and festivals, as well as a U.S. tour of over 25 states.
You can also find him at CT fairs and festivals such as the North Haven Fair, Apple Harvest Festival, Savin Rock Festival, and Durham Fair.
He has an altruistic side, and has donated much time giving back to the community, with concerts benefiting the research of cancer, leukemia, and breast cancer, at Yale’s Smilow Center.
Lou Bocciarelli
Bass
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Veteran musician, and one of the most sought after bassists, Lou joined the Cherry Pie band to lend his deep sense of swing, enthusiasm and joy he brings to every performance. Teaching for 30 years, Lou has not only lights up the stage, but has imparted his love of music to his many students over the years. Lou can be found at many venues throughout New England and the world stage, Cherry Pie is lucky to have him in our line-up.
Rich Dart
Drums
Versatile and accomplished, Rich has toured Europe and across the US performing with The Monkees and Micky Dolenz for more than 15 uears. From Broadway to performances with such notables as the late great, Lionel Hampton, Greg Piccolo, Mark Lindsay, Kim Shattuck, Gerry Corbetta (Sugarloaf), Al Anderson, Jimmy Vaughn, Rosie Flores, Kimberely Locke, Nellie’s Echo, Terry Sylvester of The Hollies and so many more.
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