Composer/Improvisor/Guitarist Jim Dragoni performs on 12 string and 6 string guitars standard and original songs with a classical feel, mixed with jazz, blues and folk music to ring in the new year and invoke the magic of the winter solstice, honor the passing of time and create warmth and vibrations to celebrate the holiday period between Christmas and New Years Day.
He has performed with Mose Allison, Larry Coryell, Odean Pope and has himself performed at Lincoln Center in NYC. See Press quotes below.
Celebrate the winter months, the holiday season and magnificent light, warmth and acoustics at Christ Ascension Lutheran Church in Chestnut Hill at this Sunday afternoon holiday concert. Light refreshments will be provided
JIM DRAGONI in Concert
“From the very first notes of Jim Dragoni’s guitar, you know that this musician is FOR REAL and in full command of his instrument. Dragoni’s technique is flawless, empowered by a soulful spirit and years of experience. As his compositions and singing continues, you have a warm smile and nod your head, because you know this is going to be a truly magical evening. DRAGONI has got the GOODS!” David Foss, Director, Da Vinci Art Alliance, Philadelphia, PA
...his playing is simply brilliant..." Dr. Herb Wong, international jazz critic and record company executive
"...his compositional skills far surpass many of his contemporaries" Ed Wismer, Cape May Star
"Jim Dragoni is a musician of considerable skill, talent, and versatility, to say nothing of his historical knowledge of jazz and folk music. He recently agreed to sit in with my big band, and he absolutely nailed every style we attempted, including swing, Latin, ballad, contemporary, and funk. He also gave a wonderful master class, giving our students a spot-on picture of the real life of a modern musician. I personally was most thrilled with the concert we played that night. Jim has a great voice and delivery" Chris McCourry, Artist/Teacher, Director of Jazz Studies/Trumpet--Hillsdale College, MI
"Sometimes it rocks, sometimes it swings, sometimes it is pure sweet poetry" Steve Lopez of the Philadelphia Inquirer
"Jim's ensemble playing and original compositions are superb..." Gerry Givnish, the Painted Bride Arts Center
"...soulful rhythm with strong guitar riffs and an intense solo from Jim Dragoni" Steve Randazzo, Germantown Courier, reference to recording "Worlds" on Gazelle Records
"Exciting performance...it was a gas!" Jenneth Webster, Lincoln Center, NYC.
"Check out his technique, the effortless speed...has thoroughly mastered his instrument...it would seem there's not much more for him learn about his craft" Jack Lloyd, in feature article, the Philadelphia Inquirer.
"My guitar player is a talented guy out of Philadelphia" -Mose Allison
"Jim has played two of my house concerts and has always left the audiences begging for more. He is a polished professional with a wide range of material. Book him! You won't be disappointed" Rodger Lowenthal
