Joanne Togati
Opera Singer in North Miami Beach, FL
Why hire Joanne Togati?
I am a classically trained award winning opera singer with a large jazz repetoire which also includes popular crossover favorites. I am currently training with Manny Perez, famed teacher of Eglise Gutierrez of the Metropolitan Opera, and perform in his Concert Series in Miami. I love all kinds of music and do my best to represent each style and genre authentically. I perform many private and public events.
About
I work with several musicians including Eric Lemberg of The Radio and Ruti Machnai, concert Cellist. Eric plays lead guitar and piano. Eric and I work on originals as well as favorites from Bonnie Raite, Melissa Ethridge, Donna Summer, Eric Clapton, Chaka Khan, Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson. We enjoy keeping timeless songs in the public ear.
Personnel
Arthur Cruz: Pianist
Gary Thomas: Upright Bassist
Eric Lemberg: Guitarist, Piano
Ruti Machnai: Cellist
Influences
Sade, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Nat King Cole, Mariah Carey
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 240 minutes
I have a wide set list that spans bossa novas, 50's Jazz, to more contemporary songs from Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, The Beatles, Bonnie Raite, Melissa Ethridge, Donna Summer and even contemporary performers like Nora Jones and Adele. We can tailor the performance to the music that you enjoy the most. I also know some traditional Italian Napolitan songs.
Additional Notes:
We bring all equipment such as mikes, amps, speaker stands, and lighting may be provided upon request.
Set/Song/Sequence List:
Broadway
All I Ask of You
I Dreamed a Dream
Think of Me
Jazz Standards
The Look of Love
Why Change Me Now
The Nearness of You
The Way You Look Tonight.
When I Fall In Love
Summer Wind
Girl From Ipanema
Corcovado
Meditation
Wave
At Last
La Vie En Rose
So In Love
All The Things You Are
My Funny Valentine
Besame Mucho
Blue Moon
Misty
Why Change Me Now
Bewitched
Fly Me To The Moon
‘S Wonderful
I love you For Sentimental Reasons
Unforgettable
Teach Me Tonight
SkyLark
Autumn Leaves
You Must Believe in Spring
But Beautiful
I've Got You Under My Skin
You'd Be So Nice to Come Home to
L.O.V.E.
All or Nothing At All
All of Me
Moon River
The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face
Cheek to Cheek
Someone To Watch Over Me
Traditional Sacred Songs
In Trutina
The Lord's Prayer
Ave Maria- Gounod and Schubert
Panis Angelicus
O Divine Redeemer
Rejoice Greatly O Daughter of Zion
The Prayer
Pie Jesu
Contemporary
Rolling in the Deep
Something to Talk About
On the Radio
Come to My Window
Overjoyed
Ribbon in the Sky
Isn't She Lovely
Signed Sealed Delivered
Killing Me Softly
The Sweetest Taboo
Wind Beneath My Wings
Because You Loved Me
Time After Time
Performance Schedule
Past Booked Dates:
12-29-2012 — Villa Woodbine
06-30-2012 — North Miami Beach
02-14-2012 — Van Dykes in South Beach
01-29-2012 — Van Dykes
07-09-2011 — 414 East 14th Street/ East Village Arts Party
07-03-2011 — Tomaso's Italian Restaurant
02-19-2011 — Sea Loafer's Yacht
01-22-2011 — 4600 Hillcrest Drive, Hollywood, Fl
01-15-2011 — Coral Gables, Miami
Experience
2008: 12 gigs
2009: 6 gigs
2010: 8 gigs
2011: 5 gigs
2012: 3 gigs
Available for Your
Anniversary Party, Concert Venue, Corporate Event, Fundraiser, Funeral Service, Private Party, Studio Session
