Sinatra Forever

About

Rick Michel has been singing and performing celebrity impersonations since he was 7 years old. Of his decades of singing and Impressions, Rick has worked up and down the Las Vegas Strip from one major hotel to another. He has also performed in dozens of Comedy Clubs, Variety Show and Theaters all over the world.


Sharing the spotlight with Rich Little on stage; performing his impression of and for Bob Hope, in front of President Gerald Ford and Frank Sinatra; being asked by Steve Allen to join the original “Tonight Show” cast on stage during the reunion show, as Steve’s special guest; entertaining American troops in Korea; opening for comics such as John Pinette, Rita Rudner and George Wallace; Playing a schizophrenic killer on Baywatch (a role that was written for him) and serenading Debbie Reynolds with his best “Sinatra”.


Performing in Costa Rica at the historic National Theatre with the San Jose Philharmonic Orchestra, Rick entertained a sold out crowd doing his own show “Sinatra Forever: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra”. (Available on DVD/CD Box Set)

Currently, Rick is producing his own show called “Drinkin’-Singin’-Swingin’ - Salute to Frank Sinatra – Sammy Davis Jr. – Dean Martin. (Available on DVD/CD Box Set)

Personnel

Tommy Porrello: 1st Trumpet
Brace Phillips: Bass
Mike Mechem: Drums
Dan Ellis: Piano/Conductor
Fred Haller: Sax/Flute/Clarinet
Loren Little: Trumpet
Sam Cernuto: Trombone
Tony Osiecki: Sax
Gary Freyman: Sax
Jim Kositchek: Trombone
Michael Gurciullo: Trumpet
Sam Pisciotta: Sax

Influences

Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett, Count Basie, Billy May, Quincy Jones, Harry James, Nat King Cole, Nelson Riddle, Tommy Dorsey, Don Costa, Bobby Darin and many, many more...

What to Expect

Typical Gig Duration: 30 - 120 minutes

Sinatra Forever Tribute to Frank Sinatra is the swingiest show on the planet.

This high-energy original show will make you feel like you’ve actually experienced the magical spontaneity that Frank Sinatra brought to the stage every night.

This show creates something that has never been seen before Impressions never impersonated, songs never sung and things you will say that’s what would Frank Sinatra do in the 21st Century.

Ask yourself, "How would this Timeless Entertainer re-invent "COOL" today?

It’s a light musical comedy tribute that immediately transports audiences back to the days when great swaggering talent, song, dance and comedy ruled the stage.

The time is right for the very best musical tribute and comical parody, celebrating the brilliance and charm of this Legendary Icon.

You'll never be more excited about any show after you've seen Sinatra Forever Tribute to Frank Sinatra

Come see the show that legendary impressionist Rich Little said “This Production represents the best salute to Frank Sinatra that I have ever seen.”

It’s as timeless as a martini, a tuxedo or a diamond ring. No white tigers, no pyrotechnics, no triple jointed French Canadians - just raw talent and a camaraderie that gives the audience a sense that they have been given a rare opportunity to peek in on a great party.

So back, relax, grab a cocktail and enjoy the show

Stage/Setup Requirements:
See Tech Rider Above

Additional Notes:
7 - PIECE RIDER

All of the lighting, sound and stage requirements, including operators shall be provided at PURCHASER’S expense.

BASIC STAGE REQUIREMENTS

32’ Wide x 16’ Deep x 3’ High or Larger. Skirting/Masking for all risers.
Center Audience Getaway/Steps.
We will provide backdrop (16’ High X 40’ Wide) that purchaser will dead hang.

Risers: (1) 8’x8’ Drum Riser A “kicker” (1) 6’x8’ Bass Riser
Kickers shall be provided on the back edge of all risers.

LIGHTING

Minimum 48 Cans, Six (6) Intelligent Fixtures
(4) Color washes (red, blue, amber and clear white)
Two (2) super trouper spotlight (or equivalent) with assorted color gels on high platform
Three (3) Techs: One (1) LD, Two (2) Spot Operators


SOUND
Full range pro sound system tailored for venue.
One (1) FOH Console (minimum 32 channels) One (1) FOH Engineer
One (1) Monitor Console (minimum 9 mixes) One (1) Mon Engineer
Complete monitor system with FX (minimum 8 wedges plus side fills)


SEE MIC INPUT LIST FOR DETAILS


BACKLINE REQUIREMENTS


PIANO: One (1) 6 - foot minimum baby grand (Steinway or equiv.)
One (1) piano light and piano bench. Tuned immediately before show. (or possible 88 weighted key digital piano substitute if absolutely necessary)



DRUMS:
Yamaha recording custom drums, (22” Bass Drum, 10”&12” Rack Toms, 14” Rack/Floor Tom, 14” Snare, Yamaha Hardware (High Hat Stand, Snare Drum Stand, Bass Drum Pedal, Triple Boom Mount for Rack Toms plus Boom Cymbal Attachment, Triple Boom Mount for Rack/Floor Tom plus Two (2) Cymbal Boom Attachments,
One (1) Regular Cymbal Stand, Rock n’ Soc Drum Stool
Drum Carpet. Drum riser should be secured of all movement before drums are in place.

BASS:
One (1) small Bass Amp.
MISC.

Six (6) Manhasset-type black music stands with lights
One (1) Identical Backless bar stools (4 legs), preferably black

Four (4) Armless Backed Chairs (horn section)
One (1) Bar Stool (Bass)
DRESSING ROOMS
One Room - for seven (7) Musicians
One Star Dressing Room - for one (1) Principal

HOSPITALITY FOR REHEARSAL
Assorted Soft Drinks, Water, Juices, Hot Water with Lemon and Honey
Assorted Deli and Fruit Trays

HOSPITALITY /GREEN ROOM
Assorted Soft Drinks, Water, Juices, Hot Water with Lemon and Honey
Hot Tea and Coffee – Assorted Deserts - Hot Finger Food
Assorted Deli and Fruit Trays, Assorted Breads and Rolls, Condiments
2 - Bottles Wine (White and Red)
1 - Bottle Vodka,
1 - Bottle Kaluha
1 - Bottle Milk
1 - Case Heineken Beer/Miller Lite Beer

MERCHANDISE TABLE
One skirted 4 - 6 foot long table, out front of venue, for signing photos and selling DVD/CD’s
Pipe and Drape outside showroom for photo opportunity before show and electricity for printer so we can develop during show.
LODGING
All requested rooms will be non-smoking Kings, except for Producer/Frank Sinatra, Rick Michel, who will require an upgraded one-bedroom suite with full internet access for a limited number of guests.

7- PIECE INPUT LIST

1. KICK

2. SNARE

3. H.H

4. TOM 1

5. TOM 2

MONITOR MIXES:
1. HORNS (min. 2 Wedges)
2. BASS
6. O.H. L 3. DRUMS
4. KEYS
7. O.H. R 5. VOCAL (min. 3 wedges) Reverb
6. VOCAL (side fill)


8. BASS D.I

9. KEY L (Or as needed for Baby Grand)
10. KEY R

11. TPT 2

12. TPT 1

13. BONE

14. REED

15. FRANK SINATRA VOCAL RF

16. VOICE OF GOD RF OFF STAGE/ANN


TECH RIDER FOR TRACKS AND PIANO

Purchaser must supply the following for the show:

1 - Stage minimum size approximately 30 Wide X 21 Feet Deep (10 X 7 Meters) minimum 3 Feet High (1 Meter)
1- 9 Foot (3 Meters) Concert Grand Piano Tuned prior to show.
3 - Cordless Microphones
1 – Microphone Stand
1 – Microphone Boom Stand for pianist
1 – Armless Black Stool
3 – Monitors with two mixes
1 – Follow Spot
2 – CD Players to play back round music to be controlled by sound technician
2 – Lighting Trees with a minimum of 4 lights per tree (Have multiple colors)

Set/Song/Sequence List:
Off Stage A Cappella PUT YOUR DREAMS AWAY
COME FLY WITH ME
I’VE GOT THE WORLD ON A STRING
THE BEST IS YET TO COME
LADY IS A TRAMP
ALL THE WAY
WITHOUT A SONG
NIGHT AND DAY
THAT’S LIFE
HOW DO YOU KEEP THE MUSIC PLAYING
THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT
WHERE OR WHEN
FLY ME TO THE MOON
I’VE GET A KICK OUT OF YOU
ONE FOR MY BABY
HERE’S TO THE BAND
NICE N' EASY
I'VE GOT YOU UNDER MY SKIN
SUMMER WIND
YOU MAKE ME FEEL SO YOUNG
WITCHCRAFT
STRANGERS IN THE NIGHT
MY KIND OF TOWN
LUCK BE A LADY
MY WAY /MY WAY REPRISE
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK REPRISE

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