Jazz and Swing

For emerging jazz singer Danielle Reich, there have been only short steps from her classical coloratura opera focus in Florida to standing room only in the Heights of Houston. From orchestras to a first time out with pianists Joe LoCascio and Conrad Kao, Danielle has enjoyed the support of many outstanding Houston musicians as she has emerged with her own jazz trio with Erin Wright on guitar and Thomas Helton on bass. She has particularly enjoyed the support and expertise of Houston musicians Carol Morgan, Larry Slezak, Andrew Lienhard, Ray Wilson, and Clayton Dyess.

A 1970 graduate of Rice University with a doctorate from the University of Texas, Ken Cluck covers all the basses -electric, acoustic and brass. He has mastered a variety of musical styles over the years, beginning in 1969 at Astroworld with the fabulous "Do Dah Daze" Dixieland band. Ken honed his skills playing with Dick Shannon's "Astronuts", Kit Reid's "Texas Dixie Kings", Tiny Skaggs and the "Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Band", and Greg Harbar's "Gypsies". Ken was a vocal student of the late Michael Lawrence and studied acting with Marietta Marich.

A native of St. Louis, Ted studied classical piano with University of Houston professor Albert Hirsh while still attending Clear Lake High School. He returned to Houston after graduating with a degree in music from Austin College, forming the fusion band Stratus with bassist Dave Nichols in 1982. Stratus would become a staple of the Houston jazz scene, recording 4 CDs and performing extensively at festivals and venues across Texas for 20 years.

Watercolours is George Coward, Heli Martinez and Rick Cruz.The core trio started Watercolours together in 1991 playing contemporary jazz, jazz/pop and R&B favorites. They perform all the best music from varied artists with our their unique interpretation, both instrumental and with vocal arrangements.

Julie is a native of Chicago, Illinois. She studied voice at Chicago Conservatory of Music and also was vocalist in the All City Chorus in Chicago. Julie’s earlier career was concentrated in rhythm, blues, and jazz of which she was a member of various groups such as BRANDI and HEET, and was also featured vocalist with BILL McFARLAND & THE CHICAGO HORNS. She has captured audiences with her charm, grace and jazz style at nightclubs such as The Bulls, Elliott’s Nest, and has performed to a packed house at Nathan Manilow Theater.

Composer, performer and educator, Woody Witt is a saxophonist setting his tone as a leader in the jazz world today. His fresh ideas and original approach to improvisation and composition have earned him a place to perform with some of the top names in the industry. Born in Omaha, Nebraska in 1969, Woody discovered his love for music at the early age of 8. He manages a diverse music career centered in Houston, TX.

I'm originally from N.Y., where I gained my early musical training in Rock, Blues and Pop. I eventually headed Southwest, where I was introduced briefly to Country music, and was soon drawn to Houston and it's diverse musical heritage. At present, my endeavors are in the Jazz field. Maintaining a full schedule of performing, teaching, composing and recording keeps me very busy and excited about music and life. In Janurary 1997, I opened the OwenSong Music Studio, where I'm presently teaching guitar, piano and more.

With a family history rich in musical tradition, it’s no wonder that
Anthony Caceres chose music as his profession.
His grandfather, Emilio Caceres, was a master jazz violinist who led
his own trio on the Benny Goodman Camel Caravan radio hour as
well as leading his own full Latin orchestra. Emilio’s brother, Ernie
Caceres, was one of the nation’s top alto and baritone sax players,
and was equally accomplished on the clarinet. An original member
of the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Ernie played with Woody Herman’s