Skip Mitchell sang his original power-ballad "Comfort Me" at the
UMO Open Mic. 2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Greg and Mike Trenouth (voted one of 14
Best Songwriters of 2003) played a fine set of originals.
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Ellsworth started the UMO Open Mic with some excellent original songs.
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
J. Mullen keeps the show going with some fine singing on his originals.
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
"Roughneck and Thug" demonstrate some excellent guitar work
while playing some of their favorite songs. 2/29/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Chris Van Cott sang some excellent originals for the audience. 2/29/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Great vocal style and tight songwriting were evident in Matt Brody's
performance. 2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick (guitar) is joined on stage by an "all-star"
line-up including (left to right) Ellen (of Sour Grapes),
Skip Mitchell, Bobby Stewart, Ron Cutler, Dan Rivera and Don Bogut (keyboards).
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Patrick Hamilton moves the show along with an all original performance.
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Singer / Songwriter Coby O'brien's started his set with a really excellent
original. 2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Keyboard maestro, Don Bogut shows what he can do on some of his favorite
songs. 2/29/2004 |
Fine harmonies and excellent original songs were the hallmark of a set
from the group "Sofia" at the UMO Open Mic.
2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
The incredible and original 'Urban Tap Sounds' of "Sour Grapes"
wowed the audience. 2/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Bobby Stewart sings his original song , "Blue Inside", at the
UMO Open Mic. 02/29/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
The Sunday UMO Open Mic showcased an all-star line-up of great singer /
songwriters including Jeff Jacobson. (Voted
one of the Best Singer / Songwriters of 2003). 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Songwriter Ian Sklar adds his excellent originals to the mix at our Sunday
afternoon UMO Open Mic. 2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Direct form Pakistan, we heard the excellent voice of singer / songwriter,
Seeno Merobsho at the UMO Open Mic. 2/22/2004 (Photo by
Sandy Hechtman) |
Steve Chizmadia wowed the crowd with his fine original songs. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Evan Wecksell sings original songs with comedic lyrics. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Great original tunes and fine singing from Rob and Joe at the UMO Open Mic.
2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Matt Keeley performs an original song with a rock edge. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Excellent singing from Frank Palmeri on a set of his original songs.
2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Marc Barnhill sang a fantastic song from his CD. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Mike Trenouth (voted one of the Best
Singer / Songwriters of 2003) played a new original for the
audience. 2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Top notch singer / songwriter Jordan Walter holds the audience's
attention. 2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Jay Mullen played his great original songs at the UMO Open Mic. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Fine vocals and harmonies from Deanne and Andrew. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Aln performs some of his original songs at the end of the day. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
 
Appearing on stage together (from left to right), songwriter Lori
Behrman, Joe Budnick (guitar) and Dan Rivera with Ron Cutler. (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Mark Motise actually played the last set of the day. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
John Chapman played some of his favorite songs. 2/22/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Sanders (guitar) invites Danny Rivera up to sing harmony on an
old favorite. 2/22/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Jeff Jacobson (voted one of the Best
Singer / Songwriters of 2003) wows the audience at the UMO Open
Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Richard Thorne plays some of his fantastic originals at the UMO Open Mic.
2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Allan Chapman gives the audience a preview of 3 new songs to be on his
next CD. 2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Ian Sklar sings a beautiful original song for the audience. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Norman Salant played his originals. 2/15/2004 (Photo by
Sandy Hechtman) |
Andy Kermayer performed his music at the UMO Open Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Chris Iverson played his original songs. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Lori Behrman played at the UMO Open Mic right after playing a very
successful show the night before. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
"The Common Good" from Philadelphia, blew the doors off the club
with their originals at the UMO Open Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Marc Barnhill sings a beautiful original ballad at the UMO Open Mic.
2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick plays one of his original songs backed up by Catherine Boyd (violin),
Lori Behrman (harmony), Dan Rivera (harmony) and Ron Cutler (harmony).
2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Sax great, Chuck Hancock backs up some of the musicians at the UMO Open
Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Keith plays some of his originals at the UMO Open Mic 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Anthony Garcia at the UMO Open Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo by
Sandy Hechtman) |
Fantastic violinist, Catherine Boyd ("The Common Good")
backed up some of the other musicians at the UMO Open Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Bobby Stewart performed his original songs at the UMO Open Mic. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Evan Wecksell performs original songs with comedic lyrics. 2/15/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Pete and Ryan closed out the UMO Open Mic for the day with two excellent
originals. 2/15/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
"The Lori Behrman Band" packed Desmond's Tavern on Valentines Day (night). Their audience demanded 3 encores before the band could
call it a night. 02/15/2004 |
Mike DiSalvo starts off the UMO Open Mic with his fantastic voice and
excellent original songs. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Ian Sklar keeps the show moving with his fine original songs. 2/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Piano maestro Don Bogut starts his day with a set of his original songs at
the UMO Open Mic. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
"The Leals" sing their originals. 2/8/2004 |
Great songs and an excellent singing voice made it possible for Marc
Barnhill to give a fantastic performance "only a week after having
a baby". 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Ellsworth did a fine set of originals "only 9 years after having a
baby". 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Alan performs one of his originals for the audience. 2/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick (guitar) is joined on stage by an
all-star lineup including Sax great, Chuck Hancock, Danny Rivera (harmony),
Ron Cutler (harmony) and Don Bogut (keyboard and harmony).
2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Yoda performs an original song. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Jeff Jacobson, voted one of The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003, debuted another new original for the audience
at the UMO Open Mic. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
John Chapman played some of his favorite songs. 2/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Franco checks out the music (and the beer) at the
UMO Open Mic. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Blake Clifton played his originals at the UMO Open Mic. 2/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Sax great, Chuck Hancock accompanied some of the songwriters. 2/4/2008 |
Excellent singer / songwriter, Alma, plays the song that made her a
semi-finalist at Lilith Fair. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Dave B impressed the audience with his fine voice and original music.
2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Keith shifts from guitar to piano to play one of his originals. 2/8/2004 |
Sky, burns up the fingerboard with his hot guitar work. 2/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Scott Severin played three songs from his new CD. 02/8/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman)
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With a fully packed house, Emma worked especially hard at
this UMO Open Mic. 2/8/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
SuperBowl Sunday also was a super Sunday of talent at the UMO Open Mic !
The day started with great original music from Ian Sklar. 2/01/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Next, Ellsworth gave us some great vocals and very original tunes.
2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Jon Leal kept it going with a fine set. 02/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Greg MacPherson said "he was nervous" when he got on stage, but
he had no reason to be. Greg did some excellent originals. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Matt Keeley kept the energy levels high with his set. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Vince William brought us some beautiful vocals with his performance.
2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Greg and Mike Trenouth introduced us to some new songs. (They have a
song on last year's "14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003" CD). 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Kevin McGowan's fine vocals carried the show forward. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Excellent singing and songwriting combined with "tap dance"
percussion make "Sour Grapes" one of the more unique duets
around. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick (guitar) is joined on stage by Ellen (drums),
Lori Behrman, Dan Rivera, Ron Cutler and Sage Logan. 02/01/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
The polished vocal style of Michael DiSalvo is a perfect fit for his
tight songwriting. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Andrew and Deanne do a song together. This was Deanne's first time on
stage. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Bobby
Stewart (center) is joined on stage by Ellen (drums), Chuck
Hancock (sax) and Ron Cutler. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Cynthia sings a blues number. 2/1/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Erin Sax Seymour demonstrates a powerful vocal style on her originals at
the Sunday Afternoon UMO Open Mic. 01/25/2004 |
Marc Barnhill's rich textured vocal
technique really stood out on one of his originals songs. 01/25/2004 |
The performance by Joe Moore featured great originals and solid vocals. 01/25/2004
(Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Matt Maye opened the day with his original songs. 01/25/2004 |
Jeff Jacobson, voted one of The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003, played a new original at the Sunday afternoon
UMO Open Mic. 01/25/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
An all-star lineup joined Joe Budnick (center) on an original song.
(Left to right) Singer/songwriter Bobby Stewart, guitar great Scott
Samuels, and harmony singers Dan Rivera and Ron Cutler. 01/25/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Mike DiSalvo introduced a new original at the UMO Open Mic. 01/25/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Piano maestro Don Bogut captivated the audience at the UMO Open Mic.
1/25/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Mike and Dan debut an original number at the UMO Open Mic. 1/25/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Fawn Lloyd sang 2 of her favorite songs for the audience. 01/25/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Keith moves to the keyboard for his second song. 01/25/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Guitar virtuoso, Scott Samuels shows his stuff at the UMO Open Mic. 01/25/2004
(Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Songwriter Bobby Stewart performs his song "Blue Inside" with
Joe Budnick (guitar and harmony), Ron Cutler (harmony) and
Ramsey (lead guitar). 1/25/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Joe Sanders finishes one of his favorite oldies with flare.
01/25/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman)
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The lovely "Emma" runs the bar during the Sunday afternoon UMO
Open Mic. 1/25/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Ed Boyd started the UMO Open Mic with a great set of original songs.
01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Jeff Jacobson started by playing his song "Seaside" which won
him a place on "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003" CD. 01/18/2004 |
Steve Sullivan belts out a powerful vocal on an original song. 01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Marc Barnhill (right) and brother Scott demonstrate their tight harmony
skills. 01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |

This excellent group, "The Common Good" came from Philadelphia
and wowed the audience at the UMO Open Mic.
01/18/2004 |
Arlan played a song from his new CD. 01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Addison played a heartfelt original song. 01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick (center) invites super violinist Catherine Boyd
and harmony expert Dan Rivera join him on an original song. 01/18/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman)
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The
beautiful voice of Shayna got the audience's attention. 01/18/2004
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Michael Disalvo must have been joking when he told the audience "it
was his first time in
front of an audience". He was great ! 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Richard Thorne started the show at the
Sunday afternoon UMO Open Mic. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
With excellent lyrics and tight harmonies, Marc Barnhill (right) and his brother
Scott sang a song with a Simon and Garfunkel feel. 01/11/2004 |
Jeff Jacobson played 3 new songs at the UMO Open Mic. Last year, Jeff's
song "Seaside" got him on "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003" CD. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Nick Priessnitz, played some of his new songs at the UMO Open Mic. Nick
was voted one of "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003". 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Mike Trenouth played the song that got him on "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003" at the UMO Open Mic. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
The soulful voice of Jimmy Stone at the UMO Open Mic. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Fred Arcoleo performed some unique songs at the UMO Open Mic.
01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick, (guitar) was joined on stage by Bobby Stewart,
Chuck Hancock (sax), Danny Rivera, and Ron Cutler at the UMO Open
Mic. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Thom Manno, played a new song as well as his hit song "Still In
Love" from "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003" CD. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Singer / Songwriter Bobby Stewart performed "Have Mercy" with
Ramsey on guitar. 01/11/2004 |
Keith played his original songs at the UMO Open Mic. 01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Sanders (guitar) did a 50's Doo Wop song with Susan and Danny.
01/11/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Sam Barron opens the UMO Open Mic on Sunday afternoon with some great
original songs. 01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Jason Didner charged up the audience with songs from his new CD, American
Road". 01/04/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
The fantastic and unique music of "Sour Grapes" is back at the
UMO Open Mic. 01/04/2004 |
Voted one of "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of 2003", Nick Priessnitz plays his newest songs
at the UMO Open Mic. 01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Joe Budnick (guitar), with Ellen ("Sour Grapes"), Lori Behrman,
Ron Cutler, Dan Rivera and Don Bogut, perfroming "Is She That
Sweet". 01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Piano maestro Don Bogut gave the keyboard a serious workout at the UMO
Open Mic on Sunday afternoon. 01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy
Hechtman) |
Thom Manno finished his set with "Still In Love" which is
featured on "The 14 Best Singer /
Songwriters of Greenwich Village - Vol I, CD. 01/04/2004 (Photo
by Sandy Hechtman) |
Excellent vocals backed with full sounding Bass backup and strong
originals made David Vanadia an audience favorite at the UMO Open Mic.
01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Comedian Evan Wecksell puts a wild spin on his original song lyrics at the
UMO Open Mic. 01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |
Bobby Stewart (center) with (left to right) Ellen
("Sour Grapes"), Joe Budnick, Dan Rivera and Don Bogut.
01/04/2004 (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) |