Entertainers

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 I like to think that I have the best entertainers in the state, and Dwayne Haggins (pronounced HAY-ggins) might be the one I book the most. His silky voice, bluesy sound, and unusual repertoire of country, funk, blues, and soul make him a stand-out. His laid back demeanor is perfect for those who appreciate it, and several venues book him again and again. 

Rivers Between is a Boston-area Indie Folk duo comprised of singer-songwriter Greg Kane and vocalist Kat Brooks. In addition to heartfelt renditions of familiar songs, Greg’s soulful compositions, engaging folk style guitar, and unique voice coupled with Kat’s beautifully inventive harmonies, make them a local favorite. Like a confluence of two rivers, Greg and Kat came together as solo artists who found that the combination of their talents was greater than the sum of its individual parts.

 As a performer and arranger for the harp, Shelley Otis plays an unexpected variety of music including original compositions, covers of newly released music, jazz standards, traditional Celtic tunes, and is also a member of several ensembles including the Celtic band Ulster Landing and the children’s music group the Jumping Monkeys. 

 Kathryn’s love of music began at the age of three when she started lessons. Since then, she has studied classical violin with several instructors and has recently studied improvisation, jazz, and fiddle-style playing. Kathryn is lead fiddle player for Grammy-nominated country artist Ashley Jordan in the Ashley Jordan Band and performs solo and with her band all around Massachusetts. 

Dan Mackowiak grew-up playing the accordion, and now it’s his favorite retirement activity. He plays with several ensembles, including his own ballroom dance quartet.

Dan’s programs feature music from the American Songbook and from

various European traditions: Scandinavian, Polish, German, Italian, French and Celtic.

He particularly enjoys getting his audiences to remember the music they heard and loved years ago.

 Noah is a complete one-man-show with a professional-grade keyboard, stellar voice, and even even a saxophone (if he has notice). He was on Blake Shelton's team on The Voice, and he is incredibly comfortable and charming in front of a crowd. 

Guitarist Kevin Scollins attended Berklee College of Music where he was awarded the Jimi Hendrix Scholarship; the highest honor awarded to one recipient each year by the Berklee Guitar Department. Kevin now works as a bandleader, sideman, and educator across New England. In addition to an active gig schedule performing multiple times per week around the New England area at various clubs, restaurants, and events, Kevin also works as an educator and teaches at multiple local schools and is on the staff of the Berklee College of Music Voice Department where he works as an accompanist.

 Andrew Smith is a twenty-something singer-songwriter from Boston, Massachusetts. His deep background in jazz and love of pop music has helped him to create a unique sound that sets him apart from the many other aspiring young singers of today. Andrew usually performs with jazz guitarist Kevin Scollins.

Hailing from Ecuador, Santiago’s guitar sings along with his partner’s vocals. 

Playing various styles, he excels in music with heart, soul, and a Spanish flair.

I am proud to have sponsored Santiago's artist visa application for residence and work in the US--his performance and style is unmatched in my experience. 

 Originally from Chicago, Grace has been in the Boston area for three years. Her talents have taken her across the country, with notable performances including "Annie" & "Kate" on the 30th Anniversary National Tour of Annie, a recurring role as "Sophie" on NBC's Chicago Fire, and on Broadway stages as the Illinois-Best Actress at the esteemed Jimmy Awards on the Minskoff Stage. 

Her most recent performance in the Boston area was in Greater Boston Stage Company's production of Beehive: The 60's Musical, understudying several of the female roles. Enjoy her unique mixture of musical theater and jazz classics in a clear, expressive mezzo-soprano that draws you in and gives you a glimpse of that Broadway magic. 

Jim started playing drums at the age of fourteen and is equally at ease singing with simple accompaniment or a full band. While attending The Berklee School of Music in Boston he began performing around the New England area. He began a jazz vocal career and has recorded seven critically acclaimed CDs performed in jazz and cabaret settings in the Northeast, London, San Francisco, The Virgin Islands and Vancouver. Jim was also the featured vocalist at Boston's Ritz Carlton and prestigious Bay Tower Room. 

 Matthew Wright attended the Peabody Conservatory as an undergraduate and studied classical guitar. Upon moving to Boston, he took up the lute seriously and studied at The Longy School of Music, earning a Master of Music degree. He is an active performer and arranger of music ranging from Renaissance to rock. Matthew is the lutenist for folk/early music group Seven Times Salt, teaches guitar at Brimmer & May and Belmont Hill Schools, and is a contributing writer to the Lute Society of America.

 Dan Emino is a singer/songwriter and acoustic guitar player from Massachusetts. Having spent his time playing at bars, weddings, and street performing, Dan has refined a collection of songs from Sam Cooke to James Taylor. His repertoire spans many decades and genres. Switching from a thoughtful ballad to an upbeat rock and roll song is never out of the question when watching one of Dan's live shows.

Hailing from Ecuador, Santiago’s guitar sings along with his partner’s vocals. 

Playing various styles, he excels in music with heart, soul, and a Spanish flair.

I am proud to have sponsored Santiago's artist visa application for residence and work in the US--his performance and style is unmatched in my experience. 

Claudius Agrippa is a violinist and composer from Brooklyn, New York. He has performed and toured with musicians such as Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey, Charlie Siem, Tia Ray and Roger Waters. Claudius was the recipient of the debut prize for the New York Concerti  He specializes in classical solo work and is also well-versed in other genres.

Jim started playing drums at the age of fourteen and is equally at ease singing with simple accompaniment or a full band. While attending The Berklee School of Music in Boston he began performing around the New England area. He began a jazz vocal career and has recorded seven critically acclaimed CDs performed in jazz and cabaret settings in the Northeast, London, San Francisco, The Virgin Islands and Vancouver. Jim was also the featured vocalist at Boston's Ritz Carlton and prestigious Bay Tower Room. 

Karen Burciaga is a versatile string player who performs throughout New England.  As an early music specialist on baroque violin, viola, and viola da gamba she has appeared with numerous period ensembles. As a modern violinist, she frequently plays for weddings, church services and other events.  Karen holds a Bachelor of Music degree from Vanderbilt University and a Master of Music in Early Music Performance from the Longy School of Music.

Jack Coleman taught music at Wilson Elementary in Marlborough for over 20 years. He is a songwriter, pianist, vocalist, and plays regularly all around the Boston area. He performs at Hampton Beach and other large live venues in New England and can often be found performing with another Pique Entertainment regular: Phil Steffen (See video).

 Seba Molnar is a saxophonist, composer, and educator, based out of Boston, Massachusetts. Seba was introduced to band director Tim Savage, and this mentorship, along with other local musicians, helped Seba develop a love of jazz and he went on to attend the Berklee College of Music. 

Though his music is heavily rooted in jazz, Seba’s curiosity for new sounds and innovation has enabled him to create a wide array of music that transcends genre. In addition to performing, Seba has been dedicated to the future of jazz education by providing clinics and private instruction to students of all ages. In March 2020, Seba released his debut album “Level Up”. 

Brothers Mike & Nick Mosca have performed together for years featuring the unique combination of voice, guitar, saxophone, keyboard, and flute. After Mike and Nick graduated from Umass Amherst and Berklee College of Music, respectively, they began performing together all over the East Coast including Burlington Jazz Festival, Artscape Music Festival, Fenway Park, Richmond Museum of Fine Arts, and many more. From Stevie Wonder to James Taylor, John Coltrane to Carole King, classic songs to original compositions, join The Moscas and traverse the styles, sounds, and genres of music with freedom and spontaneity. 

The Moscas can be booked as a...
Solo, Duo, or Trio

Pianist Joe Reid enjoys a busy music career, performing with a wide range of jazz and classical musicians, and he has also worked with a broad spectrum of Boston area theatre groups, jazz and chamber ensembles and dance troupes. Joe has worked as an accompanist for the Boston Conservatory, the Longy School of Music, the New School of Music in Cambridge and the Mark Morris Dance Company. His specialty is accompanying other musicians, from vocalists to trumpet players, and he has an enormous repertoire of music. Joe can be booked as a...
Solo, Duo, or Trio

 Guitarist and vocalist Matt Browne performs around the Greater Boston area. He also teaches guitar and piano on the South Shore. With The Beatles and Irish folk music as early influences, he started playing guitar at age 11. After receiving the gift of guitar lessons for his 12th birthday, a guitar has been in his hands for approximately 360 days of every year. 

At the unbelievable age of 15, Madeleine has a shockingly mature soprano with an impressive range and a stage presence to match. With a level of professionalism and confidence beyond her years, she plans to pursue a vocal performance degree in Geneva, Madeleine attends high school in Massachusetts and has spent considerable time performing for the senior community. 

 Hailing from Douglas, MA, Kyle Kelleher started playing piano at 15, and his focus has been classically-based with his favorite composer being Frédéric Chopin. He has recently started exploring the intricacies of jazz and is excited to bring this new discovery to both his students and his audiences. Kyle can be booked for background performances

Dan Mackowiak grew-up playing the accordion, and now it’s his favorite retirement activity. He plays with several ensembles, including his own ballroom dance quartet.

Dan’s programs feature music from the American Songbook and from

various European traditions: Scandinavian, Polish, German, Italian, French and Celtic.

He particularly enjoys getting his audiences to remember the music they heard and loved years ago.

Elizabeth Steen is a musician from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, based now in Boston. Growing up, she played classical piano and soloed with the Pittsburgh Symphony at age 16. Mostly now an accordionist, she’s sung and played all manner of keyboards in many bands and covered the world by tour bus, plane, Winnebago, and once on a fire truck - the official escort to Buck Owens’ Crystal Palace in Bakersfield CA. 

Sonny has been teaching and playing the accordion and keyboard for over 30 years. He studied at New England Conservatory and learned accordion from Lou Bregoli in the North End. He can be found all around New England playing with different bands and connecting with audience members, which is the main reason he does this: He loves the people. From an Oktoberfest program replete with lederhosen to jazz standards to modern day fare, Sonny's repertoire spans many genres and decades.

Specializing in show tunes and jazz standards, Rebecca is a NY-based, Boston-bred, award-winning singer-songwriter with a “one-of-a-kind voice that screams originality” (Huffington Post).

Trained at NYU’s famed Tisch School of the Arts, Rebecca fuses her broad performance experience and vocal training in many different styles with an innate gift for stirring the heart.

She celebrates life through her love of music, a warm smile, and familiar melodies. 

Claudius Agrippa is a violinist and composer from Brooklyn, New York. He has performed and toured with musicians such as Peter Yarrow, Paul Stookey, Charlie Siem, Tia Ray and Roger Waters. Claudius was the recipient of the debut prize for the New York Concerti  He specializes in classical solo work and is also well-versed in other genres.

Paul has been a solo guitarist and vocalist playing in restaurants and venues on the South Shore for over 30 years. 

In addition to his solo performances, Paul now plays with his two grown sons, Michael (clarinet & saxophone, vocals) and Terry (box drum, ukulele, vocals) playing acoustic music with tight harmonies and an eclectic song selection. This video shows him performing with his son Terry and Terry's girlfriend Kate.