Brookdale of Vernon Hills Flip Book of Lucky Entertainer's 2022 Dates

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DENNIS KOPPO - March 5th Vocalist / Saxophonist / Performer / Entertainer Drummer / SANTA Lucky Entertainment was blessed when Dennis Koppo Came onboard years ago! We met Dennis through Patty Waszak in 2000! What a voice! Dennis sang Christmas tunes, and LE was hooked! Dennis sings, plays the saxophone, performs different themed shows including, 50’s & 60’s, Rat Pak, Country, Hawaiian/Beach, Elvis and MORE…

DANTE SALAMANTE March 17th Pianist / Guitarist/ Performer / Entertainer / Keyboardist / Bass / Drums / Ukulele Lucky Entertainment was blessed when Dante Salamante came onboard to fulfill an entertainment emergency when one of the performers could not perform! Dante is a world class performer, accomplished pianist and voice teacher. He hails from the Philippines where he began playing lead guitar for his High School band. He has over 20 years of successful teaching experience with children and years of experience performing and entertaining. His repertoire includes classical, jazz, rock and current hits. He has worked at The Royal Caribbean (Anthem of the Seas and Jewel of the Seas) as a lead guitar in a band. Dante was also a Piano Entertainer on a European Cruise Ship - The Marella Discovery. He is currently a member of the “NO LIMITS BAND” of Chicago, as a bassist and they perform on weekends particularly in the Northwest!

JOHNNY GABOR - April 9th Johnny Gabor is a Native Chicagoan who comes from a long line of musicians. His father played violin, and his brothers were also outstanding, accomplished musicians. ​ Johnny began playing piano at the age of 8, and at the age of 13 he played at The Maison La Fitte. ​ Johnny has played many venues in the Chicago suburbs, and also Chicago \"Hot Spots\" including .....The Edgewater Beach Hotel, The Pump Room, The Blue Angel, and The Signature Lounge at the 96th Floor of the John Hancock building. ​ Johnny is an awesome individual who has chosen to join us on a regular basis to hit the \"Senior\" circuit and bring his musical talent directly to YOU! We are THRILLED, and know that having Johnny on board is truly a blessing and a GREAT addition to the LE family!

RAY “The Sax Guy\" FORLENZA! - June 4th Ray retired from teaching music in 2018 and joined the Lucky Entertainment family. ​ Ray currently conducts the Southwest Community Concert Band, and is excited to have enough time to pursue his own musical passion in Jazz/Blues, Classic Rock and MORE..... Ray is warm, endearing, and so well received! Ray is like an encyclopedia when it comes to ALL genres of music and will dazzle your guests with all of that knowledge! Ray is truly the \"Sax Guy\", and oh my gosh, can he play!!! Let's just say ….. look out JOHN COLTRANE and BOOTS RANDOLPH!! Your guests will want Ray to come back again, and again! That’s why we love him!

DANIEL RAUSCH - July 2nd Vocalist / Performer / Entertainer Daniel couldn’t be more excited to share his passion for music with Lucky Entertainment! Daniel began singing as soon as he could talk and only grew from there, honing his talent at Millikin University and meeting countless people along the way to help inspire his art. Daniel grew up in Woodstock, IL. His other passions include acting, rocking on the piano, and anything animal related. Daniel has been involved in several musical groups throughout Chicago, including Mosaic Soul and the Chicago Artist’s Choral!He can’t wait to see what’s next on his journey. The arts keep Daniel grounded; He is a lifelong advocate for arts and believes they are an essential gift that should not be overlooked, but celebrated daily. Daniel says, “I love to perform older songs: Schmoozy, doo-wop, 50's / 60s. I loooove musical theater tunes. Also love 80s rock!”

EDIZON DAYAO - August 20th Pianist / Vocalist / Performer / Entertainer / Keyboardist / Saxophonist Edizon is with Lucky Entertainment now!!! What a pleasure, what a treasure!! The gamut of genres that Edizon plays consists of : Classical to Rock & Roll, Latin to Country, Patriotic to Ballads and MORE... Edizon is multicultural, multi-talented and just an all around nice guy! Edizon’s Themed Shows include... Big Bands | Country Western | Luau | Aragon Ballroom | Valentine’s Day | Patriotic | Irish & Intl | Liberace | Polka | Broadway and MORE….. Edizon is so seasoned, that when you want a party, no matter what theme it is, your guests will get up and dance, sing and have a BLAST!

GREG WOODS - September 10th Pianist / Vocalist / Performer / Entertainer and MORE... One day, my grandfather asked me to revisit some old tunes that he had written to see if I could clean them up and restructure them for him. We did much more than that. I re-wrote his lyrics and penned an entirely new song to include the rest of the family. Greg is a Naperville-native, based in Chicago. He is an active songwriter and performer. Since graduating from Millikin University in 2011, he has worked regularly in Chicago’s music scene playing piano, writing, producing, & directing. He has traveled to Italy, and vocally performed arias as well as playing classical, rock, gospel, originals and so much more. He is truly the most multi-talented musician we know, encompassing all genres! Greg has been an integral part of Lucky Entertainment playing and singing for Senior communities and organizations. He has played in bands traveling the U.S. and he plays for church every Sunday! We were grateful to have brought him on board to share his gifts with the Seniors. His love of Cole Porter, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Frank Sinatra, and other legends of that era make him so endearing to all of the audiences he plays for! We love Greg and he is truly one of the most talented musicians in the entire Chicago Area!

RON STETA - October 15th Guitarist / Singer/ Performer / Entertainer / Instructor Ron is the newest edition to the Lucky Entertainment Family! WELCOME RON! BEFORE… Ron spent many years on the road all over the world, for a total of 141 countries over a ten year period! Seven years on Princess Cruise Line, two years on Regent Cruise Lines performing as a solo guitarist, and playing with a full orchestra, singers and dancers in the main theater. During the mid 80’s, you could find Ron on the road touring with various classic rock bands - The Turtles, Gary Lewis & The Playboys, Gary Puckett and the Union Gap, The GrassRoots, The Monkees, Herman’s Hermits, The Byrds, Mark Lindsay, The Village People, The Drifters, The Coasters, The Platters, Shadows of Knight, The Blues Brothers, and more! NOW… Ron works constantly! You can find him performing, producing, recording, playing or teaching! His solo classical guitar performance as well as songs he performs from the 60’s, 70’s & 80’s are amazing and timeless! The Senior facilities love Ron! He loves it when he gets to perform with Edgar Gabriel. They go out as a duo entitled “The String Shredders”! The new Trio formed with a fabulous female vocalist is entitled, ‘Arla Vox & The String Shredders'! Photo was taken @ Christmastime 2021!

Aviva Chertok - November 19th Russian/American violinist Aviva Chertok has performed solo and chamber music around the U.S.A, England, Israel, Canada and China. Aviva earned her master’s degree in violin performance from the Royal College of Music in London, where she was a student of Itzhak Rashkovsky and Michal Cwizewicz. During the pandemic, Aviva volunteered performances for livestreams in Canada and Italy (notably the AndraTuttoBene - Festival di Musica Online) and organized 50 violinists across the U.S. in musical thanks to healthcare workers with through her project, \"50 Violinists from 50 States.\" She currently lives in the Chicago area, where she teaches over 25 students. Aviva is a member of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. Lucky Entertainment is proud to have Aviva on board sharing her gifts with the Senior Communities! She plays so many genres of music. Classical, International, American, Soft Rock and more! Aviva loves to perform for any holiday and any themed party you can imagine! She can stroll for a luncheon or dinner, or do a full show! Aviva is so sweet and talented, that your guests will want her to come back again and again!

RAY “The Sax Guy\" FORLENZA! - December 3rd Ray retired from teaching music in 2018 and joined the Lucky Entertainment family. ​ Ray currently conducts the Southwest Community Concert Band, and is excited to have enough time to pursue his own musical passion in Jazz/Blues, Classic Rock and MORE..... Ray is warm, endearing, and so well received! Ray is like an encyclopedia when it comes to ALL genres of music and will dazzle your guests with all of that knowledge! Ray is truly the \"Sax Guy\", and oh my gosh, can he play!!! Let's just say ….. look out JOHN COLTRANE and BOOTS RANDOLPH!! Your guests will want Ray to come back again, and again! That’s why we love him!