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Are You In These Village Photographs taken January to March 2005?

They include famous songwriters, singers, musicians, performers, visitors, fans and a few strange characters. You decide who is who and remember, most were taken in or around Greenwich Village.  (Go to Photo Archives - Index) 

These are the Photos Archived for January thru March 2005.
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BaggotMikeAndGregTrenouth03272005fromSH.jpg (15186 bytes) On Easter Sunday Greg and Mike Trenouth (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003 & 2004), set the standard for tight harmonies and polished guitar work at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase.  (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotStephanieTodd03272005fromSH.jpg (19129 bytes) Her first time at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase, Stephanie Todd got the attention of the audience with her fine voice. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005)
BaggotAnjaGhielli03272005fromSH.jpg (17089 bytes) Singer / songwriter Anja Ghielli was back from Europe and ready to play her new songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotErinSaxSeymour03272005fromSH.jpg (20514 bytes) Erin Sax Seymour belts out an original song.
BaggotBobbyStewartJoeBudnickGio03272005fromSH.jpg (31475 bytes) Bobby Stewart (center) sings his song "Blue Inside" with backup from Gio (drums) and Joe Budnick (guitar). (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotGenevieve03272005fromSH.jpg (12066 bytes) The beautiful voice of Genevieve highlights her lyrics. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005)
BaggotShabse03272005fromSH.jpg (22763 bytes) Shabse tells a story with his song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BasggotPeterSorkinPiano03272005fromSH.jpg (8530 bytes) Peter Sorkin with some unique lyrics. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005)
BaggotRussBerman03272005fromSH.jpg (13656 bytes) Russ Berman has a great country style to his music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotAudienceGirl03272005fromSH.jpg (19343 bytes) This beautiful woman was here to see Russ. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005)
Baggot AlexKriss03272005fromSH.jpg (16609 bytes) Alex Kriss sings a new song at the UMO Open Mic. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotPete03272005fromSH.jpg (11274 bytes) Pete sings a hilariously clever original song that cracks up the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) 
BaggotTommyCallahan03272005fromSH.jpg (17870 bytes) Tommy Callahan tried out some of his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) BaggotJoeBudnickAndAnjaGuielli03272005fromSH.jpg (13330 bytes) Joe Budnick invited Anja to sing harmony on his originals. Meanwhile, Anja had to learn the words as they were being played. She did a great job! (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/27/2005) 
BaggotNakedAlbert03202005fromSH.jpg (21674 bytes) Naked Albert (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003), closed the UMO Open Mic & Showcase with powerful new original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotMikeAndGregTrenouth03202005fromSH.jpg (24834 bytes) Greg and Mike Trenouth (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003 & 2004), played an intricate original ballad at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotCourtneyChambersBand2-03202005fromSH.jpg (26004 bytes) The Courtney Chambers Band from Los Angeles played their originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotScottGriswold03202005fromSH.jpg (20361 bytes) More soulful vocals and great guitar work from Scott Griswold. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotErinSaxSeymour03202005fromSH.jpg (16404 bytes) Erin Sax Seymour sang a new original.  BaggotJamieBarr03202005fromSH.jpg (18314 bytes) Great vocals of Jamie Barr highlights his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotJennyPinnick03202005fromSH.jpg (15244 bytes) Jenny Pinnick wins over the audience during her first appearance at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotJodyFriedman03202005fromSH.jpg (18930 bytes) Smooth vocal style from Jody Friedman. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotLisaTan03202005fromSH.jpg (16922 bytes) Once again some beautiful vocals from Lisa Tan. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotKeithLane03202005fromSH.jpg (13035 bytes) Keith Lane with a style reminiscent of early Bob Dylan. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotAndyMullen03202005fromSH.jpg (18861 bytes) Even though the house keyboard wasn't working properly, Andy Mullen still wows the crowd. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotChrisBono03202005fromSH.jpg (12832 bytes) Chris Bono played his excellent originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotAudienceGirl03202005fomSH.jpg (11059 bytes) BaggotAudience03202005fromSH.jpg (8981 bytes) An astute and attentive audience got into the fine songs at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotPeterSorkin03202005fromSH.jpg (17175 bytes) Peter Sorkin sang his witty lyrics at the show. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotAlexKriss03202005fromSH.jpg (15610 bytes) Alex Kriss has a 60's folk style on his new original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotRightCheekofBaboonsAss03202005fromSH.jpg (16926 bytes) This musician calls himself "The Right Cheek of the Baboon's Ass". Don't ask me why. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005) BaggotDannyRiveraJoeBudnickRonCutler03202005fromSH.jpg (16804 bytes) Professional harmony singers Danny Rivera (l) and Ron Cutler (r) did a great backup on his Joe Budnick's (guitar) original set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/20/2005)
BaggotAmura03132005fromSH.jpg (17299 bytes) Amura (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003), knocks out the audience at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005) BaggotTheDulcetProject03132005fromSH.jpg (36036 bytes) The all-star day continued with The Dulcet Project (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003), playing their newest original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotGregAndMikeTrenouth03132005fromSH.jpg (40177 bytes) Brothers, Greg & Mike Trenouth (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003 & 2004), rounded out the days Best Artist appearances. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005) BaggotErinSaxSeymoup03132005fromSH.jpg (23247 bytes) A beautiful song by Erin Sax Seymour moved the show along nicely. 
BaggotLubaDvorak03132005fromSH.jpg (16312 bytes) The excellent voice and songwriting of Luba Dvorak kicks the show up a notch. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005) BaggotScottGriswold03132005fromSH.jpg (20831 bytes) The soulful original singing and guitar work of Scott Griswold closed the show. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotJ-Louis03132005fromSH.jpg (14449 bytes) The excellent country vocal style of J. Louis got the audience moving. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)   BaggotMattCranston03132005fromSH.jpg (24326 bytes) Dynamite singing and songwriting from Matt Cranston. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotJamieBarr03132005fromSH.jpg (24686 bytes) Great singing from Jamie Barr. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)   BaggotJ-J-Leis03132005fromSH.jpg (26156 bytes) J. J. Leis rocked the show. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotLauraWilhite03132005fromSH.jpg (19696 bytes) Laura Wilhite opened the UMO Open Mic & Showcase on 3/13/2005. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)   BaggotJesseBates03132005fromSH.jpg (14791 bytes) Jess Bates with strong original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotDaveBrundage03132005fromSH.jpg (20642 bytes) Dave Brundage sang his originals for the audience . . .  (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005) BaggotAudienceGirl03132005fromSH.jpg (23271 bytes) . . . while a beautiful woman focuses on Dave as he plays. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotMicNicosia03132005fromSH.jpg (19644 bytes) Mic Nocosia introduces the audience to his brand new original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)   Joe Budnick (2nd from left) invited pro artists (left to right), Amura (guitar), Danny Rivera (harmony) and Ron Cutler (harmony) to play on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/13/2005)
BaggotNakedAlbert03062005fromSH.jpg (23574 bytes) Naked Albert (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003) did a song that he'll be playing when he opens for Graham Parker this week. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) BaggotErinSaxSeymourCloseup03062005fromSH.jpg (32934 bytes) Erin Sax Seymour sang a beautiful ballad at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. 
BaggotScottGriswold03062005fromSH.jpg (19471 bytes) Scott Griswold showcases a fantastic and soulful set at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) BaggotShabse03062005fromSH.jpg (27204 bytes) Shabse sings with an unmistakable velvet vocal tone. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) 
BaggotPeterSorkinPiano03062005fromSH.jpg (16502 bytes) Peter Sorkin showed his piano skills on his original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) BaggotLisaTan03062005fromSH.jpg (24336 bytes) Lisa Tan sings her beautiful lullaby at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005)
BaggotTeddyAbesamis2-03062005fromSH.jpg (18035 bytes) Teddy Abesamis has a solid pop style. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005)  BaggotHerbPiano03062005fromSH.jpg (20243 bytes) Herb writes some witty lyrics. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005)
BaggotJanRoss03062005fromSH.jpg (19863 bytes) Jan Ross did his originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) BaggotAnneStott03062005fromSH.jpg (25996 bytes) Anne Stott moved over to the piano for an original tune. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005)
BaggotKeithPiano03062005fromSH.jpg (16425 bytes) As you can see this was a big piano day. Keith took time off from his guitar to show his fine piano skills. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005) BaggotDannyRiveraJoeBudnickRonCutler03062005fromSH.jpg (21048 bytes) Joe Budnick (guitar) invited harmony experts Danny Rivera and Ron Cutler to join him on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 3/6/2005)

BaggotCagneyImprovGroup03062005fromSH.jpg (56549 bytes)BaggotAudienceGuys03062005fromSH.jpg (12624 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl03062005fromSH.jpg (15869 bytes)BaggotBartenderRebecca03062005fromSH.jpg (15255 bytes)BaggotJoeBudnickAtConsole03062005fromSH.jpg (29216 bytes) (l. to r.) The improvisational group, "Cagney" drops by to hear the music. As these guys and gal focused on the fine artists, bartender Rebecca chatted with a visitor and Joe fine tuned the stage sound.
BaggotSourGrapes02202005fromSH.jpg (25843 bytes) Sour Grapes (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004), wows the crowd at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase with some new original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotMichaelDiSalvo02202005fromSH.jpg (15512 bytes) Michael DiSalvo (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004), did a new original. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotThomManno02202005fromSH.jpg (13236 bytes) Thom Manno (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003) sang his song, "Still In Love". (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotLisaTan02202005fromSH.jpg (15749 bytes) Lisa Tan sang a beautiful original lullaby. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotMattCranstown02202005fromSH.jpg (21969 bytes) Powerful vocals from Matt Cranstown. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotScottGriswold02202005fromSH.jpg (10183 bytes) Scott Griswold performs one of his soulful originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotTeddyAbesamis02202005fromSH.jpg (16387 bytes) An excellent ballad from Teddy Abesamis. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotElliot02202005fromSH.jpg (18937 bytes) Elliot sings a rockin' number. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotAnne02202005fromSH.jpg (10827 bytes) Anne was in excellent voice on her originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotUG02202005fromSH.jpg (20931 bytes) U.G. has a Beatles style on one of his original ballads. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotPeter02202005fromSH.jpg (11844 bytes) Peter belts out a song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotBobbyStewart02202005fromSH.jpg (10735 bytes) Bobby Stewart sings an audience favorite, entitled "Blue Inside". (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotHerbWithTeddyAbasamis02202005fromSH.jpg (21702 bytes) Herb (keyboard) is accompanied by Teddy Abesamis on guitar. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotDavid02202005fromSH.jpg (20157 bytes) David sang his originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotAudienceGirl02202005fromSH.jpg (16685 bytes) An audience member focuses on the music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotAlex02202005fromSH.jpg (13022 bytes) Alex played a lively number. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
BaggotBillAndHess02202005fromSH.jpg (24661 bytes) Bill and Hess did their originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005) BaggotJoeSanders02202005fromSH.jpg (12025 bytes) Joe Sanders sang a song he wrote for his wife. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)

BaggotEllen02202005fromSH.jpg (31616 bytes)BaggotJoeBudnick02202005fromSH.jpg (14371 bytes)BaggotChuckHancock02202005fomSH.jpg (22339 bytes)BaggotHarmonicaMichael02202005fromSH.jpg (18651 bytes)BaggotDannyRivera02202005fromSH.jpg (9237 bytes)

Joe Budnick (guitar) was backed up by an all-star line-up that included Ellen (drums), Chuck Hancock (flute), Michael (harmonica) and Danny Rivera (harmony vocals) during his original music set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/20/2005)
Naked Albert, (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003) played a new original at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotMarkAaronJames02132005fromSH.JPG (36046 bytes) Mark Aaron James, (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004) belts out "Missing You". (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotThomManno02132005fromSH.JPG (31722 bytes) Thom Manno, (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003) sings a new original. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotLeahaBoschen02132005fromSH.JPG (38079 bytes) During her first appearance at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase, Leaha Boshen wowed the audience with her beautiful voice. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 
BaggotLubaDvorak02132005fromSH.JPG (26585 bytes) Luba Dvorak came from Canada to play at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotTeddyAndSusie02132005fromSH.JPG (20504 bytes) Susie joins Teddy Abesamis on stage for their first duet at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotScottGriswold02132005fromSH.JPG (31544 bytes) Dynamite guitarist and vocalist, Scott Griswold delivered a powerful set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005  BaggotLisaTan02132005fromSH.JPG (34471 bytes) Lisa Tan pumps up the crowd with her beautiful vocal style and original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotIanSklar02122005fromSH.JPG (18991 bytes) The resonant voice of Ian Sklar highlights his original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotSky02132005fromSH.JPG (22686 bytes) Master guitarist, Sky sang a song for the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotAudienceGuy02152005fromSH.JPG (8781 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl02132005fromSH.JPG (21388 bytes)BaggotAudienceVideoGirl02132005fromSH.JPG (14834 bytes) Audience members were focused on the performances at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005  BaggotJamieBarr02132005fromSH.JPG (21463 bytes) Jamie Barr belts out a set for the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotAlex02132005fromSH.JPG (24397 bytes) Alex sings a mellow song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005  BaggotHRT2-02132005fromSH.JPG (29493 bytes) The all female rock band HRT came from Connecticut to play at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotElliotChrist02132005fromSH.JPG (18748 bytes) Elliot Christ with some of his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotEliana02132005fromSH.JPG (25749 bytes) The beautiful voice of Eliana. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotHerb02132005fromSH.JPG (10872 bytes) Herb plays his unique songs on the keyboard. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005 BaggotSkyJoeRonDannyMichael02152005fromSH.JPG (12592 bytes) Joe Budnick (guitar, center) invited Sky (guitar), Danny Rivera (singer), Ron Cutler (singer) and Michael (harmonica) to play on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/13/2005
BaggotMichaelDiSalvo02062005fromSH.JPG (13460 bytes) At this week's UMO Open Mic & Showcase was Michael DiSalvo III (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004). (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotScottGriswold02062005fromSH.JPG (16862 bytes) Scott Griswold played an excellent and soulful set at the Sunday afternoon UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotGaryComandy02062005fromSH.JPG (18219 bytes) Gary Comandy came in from Scranton Pa and played a fabulous set of original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005   BaggotLubaDvorak02062005fromSH.JPG (12448 bytes) Excellent singing of Luba Dvorak at the show. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotShabse02062005fromSH.JPG (12052 bytes) Shabse told us a story before a song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotTeddyAbesamis02062005fromSH.JPG (17497 bytes) Teddy Abesamis sings some of his excellent original pop songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotFrankHoier02062005fromSH.JPG (13638 bytes) Frank Hoier's folk music style is unique. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotJamieBarr02062005fromSH.JPG (21624 bytes) Jamie Barr performs some fine original songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotSky02062005fromSH.JPG (14744 bytes) Guitar virtuoso, Sky plays an original instrumental composition. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotRichardThorne02062005fromSH.JPG (17495 bytes) Richard Thorne returns to the UMO Open Mic & Showcase to play his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 
BaggotAlexKriss02062005fromSH.JPG (18120 bytes) Alex Kriss sings some of his songs for the crowd. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotMiles02062005fromSH.JPG (13452 bytes) Miles plays a song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotVinnyDavis02062005fromSH.JPG (17879 bytes) Vinny Davis did some of his originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005  BaggotBill02062005fromSH.JPG (14728 bytes) Bill belts out some high energy songs on his 12 string guitar. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 
BaggotJohnMontalto02062005fromSH.JPG (16457 bytes)John Montalto plays a strong set for the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotAudienceGirl02062005fromSH.JPG (10619 bytes) Girl in the audience listens intently to the artists. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotMattMaye02052005fromSH.JPG (20152 bytes) Matt Maye performed his originals at the UMO Open Mic. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005 BaggotJoeBudnickSkyBobbyStewart02062005fromSH.JPG (25152 bytes) Joe Budnick (center) invites up guitarist Sky and expert singer / songwriter Bobby Stewart to perform on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 2/6/2005
BaggotMichaelDiSalvo01302005fromSH.JPG (22230 bytes) Another excellent group of artists included Michael DiSalvo III (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004), who wowed the crowd with his performance of "I'm Gone" from the "UMO Best of" CD. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotMarkAaronJames01302005fromSH.JPG (32939 bytes) Mark Aaron James (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004), showcased 3 new songs at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotTeddyAbesamis01302005fromSH.JPG (31368 bytes) Teddy Abesamis sang fantastic "pop styled" original. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotKatie01302005fromSH.JPG (23471 bytes) In her first appearance at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase, Katie won over the audience with her beautiful voice. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotClinton01302005fromSH.JPG (29848 bytes) Clinton plays some solid originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotBillKelly01302005fromSH.JPG (26939 bytes) Also, an excellent original set from Bill Kelly. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotMrBig01302005fromSH.JPG (20164 bytes) Mr Big treats the audience to some soulful original tunes. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotScottGriswold01302005fromSH.JPG (22695 bytes) Scott Griswold combined fine guitar work with excellent vocals on his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotLisaTan01302005fromSH.JPG (29012 bytes) Lisa Tan does a polished performance of her songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotSky01302005fromSH.JPG (22202 bytes) Professional guitarist, Sky plays a fabulous original instrumental. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotShabse01302005fromSH.JPG (30092 bytes) Shabse had an eclectic yet pop sound on his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotAudience01302005fromSH.JPG (24511 bytes) The music room was packed with attentive listeners. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotAudienceGirl01302005fromSH.JPG (26129 bytes) This beautiful girl was so focused on the music that she looked like she was a painting. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotAudienceCouple01302005fromSH.JPG (36400 bytes) This couple sang along on a song by Mark Aaron James. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotKeith01302005fromSH.JPG (12134 bytes) Keith sang his original, "This Must Be Love". (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotJamieBarr01302005fromSH.JPG (17687 bytes) Jamie Barr played a strong set at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotHerb01302005fromSH.JPG (17052 bytes) Herb entertained everyone with a unique song and style. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotAlexKriss01302005fromSH.JPG (18064 bytes) Alex Kriss sang his songs at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotMattMaye01302005fromSH.JPG (20614 bytes) Matt Maye performed his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005 BaggotJoeBudnickSkyBobbyStewartDannyRivera01302005fromSH.JPG (60619 bytes) Joe Budnick (center, guitar) ended the show by inviting pro guitarist Sky, songwriter Bobby Stewart, and harmony expert Danny Rivera to perform on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/30/2005
BaggotFakeSnowWithGuitars01232005fromSH.JPG (48727 bytes) Ouch ! On January 30, 2005, the UMO Open Mic & Showcase had to be cancelled when a wild weekend snowstorm wiped out some of the musicians. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotErinSaxSeymour01162005fromSH.JPG (18520 bytes) Erin "Sax" Seymour helps kickoff another Sunday afternoon of top-notch singer / songwriters at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. BaggotBrianRathFromRochester01162005fromSH.JPG (18093 bytes) Brian Rath came down from Rochester, New York to wow the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 
BaggotNickHoward01162005fromSH.JPG (12592 bytes) Another fine artist, Nick Howard drew cheers from the audience. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotClaudeneSkyAndChuckHancock01162005fromSH.JPG (50345 bytes) The fantastic Claudene sang a song with backup from pro guitarist Sky and sax great Chuck Hancock. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotScottGriswold01162005fromSH.JPG (15393 bytes) Scott Griswold pumps out some soulful originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotGiovanni01162005fromSH.JPG (38906 bytes) Giovanni with a unique style and great voice. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotAudienceCouple01162005fromSH.JPG (20610 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl2-01162005fromSH.JPG (17304 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl3-01162005fromSH.JPG (19552 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl01162005fromSH.JPG (16113 bytes) Here are some of the audience members who got into the fine original artists. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotTeddyAbesamis01162005fromSH.JPG (24805 bytes) Teddy Abesamis plays  a new style of acoustic pop originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotFrankHoier01162005fromSH.JPG (21175 bytes) Frank Hoier puts a distinct spin on his folk-style originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 
BaggotJamieBarr01162005fromSH.JPG (17503 bytes) An excellent set from Jamie Barr at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotSky01162005fromSH.JPG (24138 bytes) Sky played one of his fantastic original instrumentals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotChristian01162005fromSH.JPG (16360 bytes) Christian belts out some strong sounds. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotSteve01162004fromSH.JPG (31059 bytes) Steve played some high energy rock originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotGuitarPlayerToBeIdentified01162005fromSH.JPG (37756 bytes) This artist played a beautiful set. Unfortunately a spilled drink obliterated his name on our sign-up sheet. So if you're out there send us your name and we'll add it. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005 BaggotJoeBudnickSkyRonCutlerDannyRivera01162005fromSH.JPG (18269 bytes) Near the end of the day, Joe Budnick (center) invited up Sky (guitar), Danny Rivera (harmony) and Ron Cutler (harmony) to play on his set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/16/2005
BaggotJeffJacobson01092005fromSH.JPG (26383 bytes) Another Sunday afternoon of great artists included Jeff Jacobson (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003 & 2004), who introduced new songs to the audience at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotMikeTrenouth01092005fromSH.JPG (16807 bytes) Mike Trenouth  (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2003 & 2004) played keyboard versions of songs he originally wrote for guitar. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotMichaelDiSalvo01092005fromSH.JPG (32313 bytes) Michael Disalvo III (see "The 14 Best Singer / Songwriters of Greenwich Village 2004), showcased a new original. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotBokiAndTeddyAbesamis01092005fromSH.JPG (30339 bytes) Boki and Teddy Abesamis create a unique sound. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotAudienceGirl3-01092005fromSH.JPG (22544 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl01092005fromSH.JPG (20206 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl2-01092005fromSH.JPG (14728 bytes)BaggotAudienceGirl4-01092005fromSH.JPG (10402 bytes) At the UMO Open Mic & Showcase, beautiful women focus on the musicians. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotHowardKatz01092005fromSH.JPG (28875 bytes) Howard Katz captivates the crowd with phenomenal guitar and vocals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotGregWyard01092005fromSH.JPG (23066 bytes) The fantastic voice and songs of Gregg Wyard held everyone's attention on Sunday afternoon. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotTimArnoldFromEngland01092005fromSH.JPG (33999 bytes) Tim Arnold, from England, dropped by to play his excellent originals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotMarcBarnhill01092005fromSH.JPG (24644 bytes) High energy, an excellent voice and great songs from Marc Barnhill. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotSky01092005fromSH.JPG (28062 bytes) Expert guitarist, Sky played one of his original instrumentals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotScottGriswold01092005fromSH.JPG (23771 bytes) Scott Griswold showed a soulful side to his singing. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotJoeBudnickSkyRonCutlerDannyRivera01092005fromSH.JPG (23557 bytes) Joe Budnick (guitar, right) invites Sky (guitar) and harmony singers Ron Cutler and Danny Rivera to join him on his originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotJamieBarr01092005fromSH.JPG (29573 bytes) Jamie Barr played a strong set. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotAisliagMulhern01092005fromSH.JPG (32771 bytes) With a beautiful voice Aislag ("Ashley") sang her originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotChristianWoods01092005fromSH.JPG (36492 bytes) Christian Woods pumps out some high energy. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotJodyFriedman01092005fromSH.JPG (24104 bytes) Jody Friedman tries out his new song. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005 BaggotJoeBudnickSkyBobbyStewart01092005fromSH.jpg (32446 bytes) Singer / songwriter Bobby Stewart (center), did a great rendition of his original, "Blue Inside", backed up by Sky and Joe Budnick on guitars. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/9/2005
BaggotRussellBerman01022005fromSH.JPG (26246 bytes) An excellent singer / songwriter, Russell Berman from San Francisco, started the day at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotNormanSalant01022005fromSH.JPG (18384 bytes) Norman Salant played some of his unique originals. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005
BaggotBarAudience01022005fromSH.JPG (32679 bytes) The audience at the bar were reading about the annual UMO "Best of" CD's available at the show. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotPhilipHowardFromEngland01022005fromSH.JPG (33849 bytes) Another fantastic singer /songwriter, Philip Howard, dropped by from England to play at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 
BaggotAudienceCouple01022005fromSH.JPG (13289 bytes)BaggotAudienceGuy01022005fromSH.JPG (27393 bytes)BaggotAudieneGirl01022005fromSH.JPG (12785 bytes) The UMO audience really focuses on the original music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotBobbyStewartWithSkyAndJoeBudnick01022005fromSH.JPG (31306 bytes) Bobby Stewart sings "Blue Inside" backed up by Sky and Joe Budnick on guitars. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005
BaggotChristopherKeyboard01022005fromSH.JPG (19136 bytes)BaggotFrancoGershonSynthesizer01022005fromSH.JPG (27809 bytes) Christopher and Franco Gershon both played original keyboard instrumentals at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotFrankHoier01022005fromSH.JPG (37840 bytes) Frank Hoier played an original song in a folk style. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005
BaggotVinceAndAnthony01022005fromSH.JPG (27273 bytes) Anthony & Vince played an excellent high energy set at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotKevinGavitt01022005fromSH.JPG (40338 bytes) Kevin Gavitt tells a story with his songs. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005
BaggotSelenaFromEhgland01022005fromSH.JPG (24759 bytes) Lovely Selena, also from England, listens to the music. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005 BaggotFrancoJoeBudnickBobbyStewartRonCutler01022005fromSH.JPG (21557 bytes) Joe Budnick (guitar) invites the professionals, Franco, Ron Cutler and songwriter Bobby Stewart onstage to sing on his set at the UMO Open Mic & Showcase. (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/2/2005
WashSqArchWithMusicians01012005fromSH.JPG (158055 bytes) Happy New Year.  A great start to 2005. It was 60 degrees in Washington Square Park in Greenwich Village, NYC.    A beautiful day . . .  (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/1/2005  WashSqBobJoeSandersFrancoDannyJoeBudnick01012005fromSH.JPG (162172 bytes) With beautiful music . . .

Joe Budnick (right, playing guitar) manages to get (from left to right), songwriter Bobby Stewart, Joe Sanders (guitar on back) Danny Rivera and Franco to sing some songs for . . . (Photo by Sandy Hechtman) 1/1/2005
 A beautiful audience . .

 WashSqAudienceGirls01012005fromSH.JPG (95683 bytes)WashSqAudienceGirl3-01012005fromSH.JPG (45487 bytes)WashSqAudienceLadies01012005fromSH.JPG (124699 bytes)WashSqAudra01012005fromSH.JPG (103584 bytes)WashSqAudienceGirl01012005fromSH.JPG (87816 bytes)WashSqAudienceGirlWithCamera01012005fromSH.JPG (103486 bytes)WashSqVideoGirl01012005fromSH.JPG (62467 bytes)WashSqGirlWithDog01012005fromSH.JPG (111725 bytes)WashSqAudienceGirlWithBaby01012005fromSH.JPG (115011 bytes)WashSqAudience01012005fromSH.JPG (150823 bytes)WashSqAudienceGirl4-01012005fromSH.JPG (91036 bytes)WashSqAudienceCoupleWithBabys01012005fromSH.JPG (155333 bytes) (Photos by Sandy Hechtman) 1/1/2005

 

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