BadMovieTrio
James DeJoie: Woodwinds
Chris Symer: Bass
Greg Campbell: Drums
The BadMovieTrio is James DeJoie’s newest musical adventure. Furthering the explorations of a pianoless group, the BadMovieTrio unapologetically delves into each individual member’s sound within the broader context of the trio itself. Through composition and improvisation, the trio strives to create a unique and uncommon sound. From atonal to heart-breaking melodies and back again, the BadMovieTrio aspires to take an unparalleled music journey.
DeKirÖpp
James DeJoie: Woodwinds
Steve Kirk: Trombone
Brian Oppel: Percussion
DeKirÖpp is a group dedicated to rhythm. Without over-reliance on (perhaps sentimental) harmonic structures, we seek to find the true basis of music through vertical harmony and rhythmic drive. Never losing sight of melody, each player is at once an accompanist and soloist. The improvisation is based on melody and form with the freedom of non-judgmental experimentations.
Ramen Trio
Doug Lilla: Bass
James DeJoie: Clarinets
Greg Campbell: Drums
The purpose of the trio is to write, play, record and perform original music in addition to other pieces by some of their favorite composers. All three musicians contribute original music that mixes written material with improvisation and covers a wide swath of possibilities. They look to the past, present and future in hope of displaying their humanity through the language of music.
Moraine
Dennis Rea: Guitar
Alicia DeJoie: Electric Violin
Ruth Davidson: Electric Cello
James DeJoie: Effected Woodwinds
Phil Calli: Bass
Brian Oppel: Drums
An absolutely stunning band - you ain't heard anything like this! Sporting a lineup of effected woodwinds,electric violin, cello, guitar, bass and drums, Moraine explores sound vistas that will leave the audience gasping. Featuring original music by Dennis Rea, Alicia DeJoie, Ruth Davidson and myself, Moraine runs the gambit between sheer, raw musical power juxtaposed with genuine quiet pathos.