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A Circle of Diamonds

December 3, 2015

12/1/15 – At M & I Recording in NYC with a stellar group of artists after recording our new song A Circle of Diamonds. L to R: lyricist Michael, director Leah Bonvissuto, vocalists Nicole Van Giesen and Jillian Louis, composer Dan, and musical director/pianist Christopher McGovern. We’ll be shooting a music video of this tune on Saturday starring Nicole, Jillian, and gay marriage activist Edie Windsor.

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The Cousins Grimm in London

November 21, 2015

11/20/15 – A great first performance tonight at the Tristan Bates Theatre in London’s West End. Thanks to our producers Katy Lipson and Kim Sheard of Aria-Entertainment – and to our amazing cast and creative team. Top row L to R: Actors Jeremy Legat, Robert Irons and Neil Salvage, Michael, Musical Director Freddy Tapner, Dan. Bottom Row L to R: Director Scott Le Crass, Actors Kelly Price & Jessica Daley, Book Writer Ted Sod.

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Kellijane @ Biello Martin Studio

November 13, 2015

11/13/15 – The Studio just got a bit softer as we welcome Kellijane – now sharing space here at Biello Martin Studio. In addition to special order bedding, bath and table linens stop in and check out some amazing alpaca blankets and throws – perfect winter gifts.

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Biello @ PHL

October 29, 2015

10/29/15 – Installation day at Philadelphia International Airport. Michael’s “By the Light of the Moon” on display in Terminal B (American Airlines) now through April 2016.

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Cousins Grimm in London

September 30, 2015

9/30/15 – Our musical The Cousins Grimm – a wacky retelling of the fairy tales of the Brothers Grimm will be showcased in London this November as part of Aria Entertainment’s Festival of New Musicals. West End here we come!

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Help us Mary!

September 3, 2015

9/2/15 – Dan with Donnie Hammond and Betsy Alexander at Turtle Studios in South Philly. Near the end of a recording session producing Donnie singing Betsy’s inspirational song – along with a great group of musicians and singers. The tune was inspired by Meg Saligman’s Knotted Grotto public art project opening tomorrow morning at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul on the Parkway.

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Michael & Dan on Broadway

August 15, 2015

8/9/15 – Here we are on the stage of Broadway’s Brooks Atkinson Theater after seeing our dear friend Jillian Louis in her last performance of the wedding themed musical It Shoulda Been You. This was Jillian’s Broadway debut – but for the record she’s played a bride in 3 of our original musicals – Breathe, The Cousins Grimm, and Marry Harry.

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Studio Proposal

August 15, 2015

8/8/15 – Justin Enloe-Hamill proposed to his girlfriend Nicki Parisano tonight at Biello Martin Studio. He secretly studied piano for two years so he could surprise her with a few songs. Their friend Joe snapped this photo of the proposal in progress. We’ve had a few lovely and intimate weddings at Biello Martin Studio over the years – but this is our first proposal. BTW she said yes!

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Post-Recording Joy!

July 29, 2015

7/27/15 – After a demo session at Biello Martin Studio with vocalist Donnie Hammond and composer Betsy Alexander. Betsy’s lovely new song was inspired by Pope Francis’ upcoming visit to Philadelphia.

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Stone Harbor Installation

July 29, 2015

7/14/15 – The Kalogris’ “In My Body” chandelier transported from NYC to the Jersey Shore – surrounded by Michael’s clay, crystal and metal jewels.

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