Martin Bonventre: Swingin’ in a New Dimension album release show
Martin Bonventre, a true old-school showman with a baritone voice, smooth moves, and a big, open-hearted personality, brings his show to The Laurie Beechman Theatre with the release of his brand-new EP, Swingin’ in a New Dimension. This all-new solo show blends a wide variety of music from the Great American Songbook to golden-age musical theatre to Tom Jones and Neil Diamond.
Backed by a killer band of seasoned pros, with arrangements by music director Jackie Presti, the night features:
• Jason Yeager on piano
• Tony Tedesco on drums
• Boots Maleson on bass
• Greg Ruvolo on trumpet
• Geoff Burke on sax and flute
Expect a few dance breaks, a few good stories, and a whole lotta swing.
THE REVIEWS ARE IN:
“As Sinatra learned from Bing Crosby and took crooning into a new dimension, Martin Bonventre has learned from the whole history of swingin’ singers — from Crosby to Marvin Gaye — and he makes music all his own. He’s a swinger for the bold and unexpected new ways things swing today.” – David Hajdu, author of Love for Sale: Pop Music in America
“At 34, Martin has a lot of future ahead of him—and from where I stand, all of it looks great.” – Will Friedwald, Author and Jazz Journalist
Bonventre has a strong baritone…his timing was on point in the swing arrangements—and his fans appreciated him with vigor. With Presti’s excellent arrangements, and a top-shelf band, overall, the show offered excellent material and was indeed charming.”
—Nightlife Exchange