Rock On 2014 New Faculty and Guest Artists

Seth GlierSeth Glier

Seth signed with MPress Records at the age of 19. He’s shared the stage with James Taylor, Ani DiFranco, Martin Saxton, Emmylou Harris and Ryan Adams. USA Today states that his “exquisite tenor echoes Bruce Springsteen and Billy Joel.” The incredible acclaim on his sophomore record, “The Next Right Thing”, led to the single “Lauralee” hitting #1 on Clear Channel’s NEW! Discover & Uncover program as well as a Grammy® nomination.

Beeline RamblersThe Beeline Ramblers

The Beeline Ramblers are folk-duo Lisa and Fran Mandeville who travel the open road in their 1965 Beeline camper bringing their unique blend of folk, Americana, and bluegrass to audiences across the country. In concert, the Mandevilles alternate on guitar, mandolin, banjo, and mountain dulcimer giving their shows a warmth and spontaneity that shines through in their beautiful harmonies and heartfelt lyrics.

Andy CohenAndy Cohen

A versatile favorite performer at festivals such as Old Songs, Fox Valley, King Biscuit, Chicago Blues Festival and Winnipeg. Recently, Andy was given two Lifetime Achievement awards. One was from the Autoharp Hall of Fame, for his work with the Dolceola; the other, the Eisteddfod Award. Andy has recorded twelve Cd’s ranging from Old Time ditties to the Big Ballads to the Gospel songs of Washington Phillips and Rev. Davis.

Kevin McGerigleKevin McGerigle

Kevin received his BA from Clark University and is an MFA Candidate at Goddard College. Kevin is currently the technical Director and designer at Berkshire Community College. Kevin was the Technical Director and Designer at Clark University and at The College Light Opera Company. Kevin’s work has been reviewed in Opera News, Boston Globe, Cape Cod Times and many other publications.

Kathleen McDonaldKathleen McDonald

Ms. McDonald, an outstanding vocal coach and mentor, works in all musical genres. She holds a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Vocal Performance, summa cum laude, from the University of California, Irvine and Bachelor of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from Boston University. She has performed with opera companies on both coasts, in musical theater, and as a solo artist.

Aimee GelinasAimee Gelinas

Aimee Gelinas holds a Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences and Anthropology from UMass, Amherst, and a M.Ed. from MCLA in Environmental and Cultural Education. She co-founded Gaia Roots. Their Cd “Mother Drum” expresses the influences of West African, Afro-Caribbean and Latin genres. She is also a co-founder of the original rock group Sifer and a Latin group Trio Candela and performs with the Cuban ensemble Iroko Nuevo. Aimee is the founder of Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center, an NPO in Windsor, MA.

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