Frank performs Rat Pack Jazz at Viand 10/31/09
“Mr. Rat Pack” Frank Lamphere and Viand Present
RAT PACK JAZZ
Saturday October 31, 2009
Frank and his rat pack jazz trio perform.
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Rat Pack Jazz DINNER SHOW Halloween at Viand, Chicago
Thursday, October 15th, 2009“Mr. Rat Pack” Frank Lamphere and Viand Present
“Mr. Rat Pack” Frank Lamphere Sings Fridays at Viand, Downtown Chicago
Monday, September 14th, 2009
“Mr. Rat Pack” Frank Lamphere will be performing every Friday in October at Viand Restaurant. Viand, run by Chicago celebrity chef Steve Chiappetti, features contemporary American cuisine and is located in the Courtyard by Marriott Magnificent Mile, just a half block from Michigan Avenue. Viand will be filling an important musical void for this area. “It’s harder and harder to find good live music these days” says a local resident. Frank Lamphere, should nicely fill that void.
A regular part of Lamphere’s sets are tributes to Dean Martin (vocally, one of the best around), Tony Bennett and of course Frank Sinatra. Known to break into a classic Italian melody (Al Di La, Volare, Ciao Ciao Bambina) with little if any accent, Frank can also be persuaded to perform an Elvis or Tom Jones number.
He is accompanied by pianist Larry Harris and drummer Mike “the Doctor” Jeffers. There’s not unlimited space but dancing is encouraged. For reservations phone 312-255-8505
The music begins at 8PM on Friday October 02 and will continue through December.
Viand is located at 155 East Ontario (southwest corner of Ontario and St. Clair)
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Rat Pack Enterprises LLC Issues Mission Statement
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009Rat Pack Enterprises’ Mission Statement
My mission is to: Spread goodwill, pleasure and happiness by providing a live musical experience that is highly entertaining on both an emotional and intellectual level, to create strong and enjoyable long-lasting memories, and to help create a desire for the listener to want to experience this music again and again.
I will accomplish this by singing and recording great songs in a unique and professional manner while being backed by a superb band. I will use all of my musical knowledge to educate the listeners. I will perform with a state of-the-art sound system that allows the music to be heard without compromise. I will use all of my performing know-how to allow the listeners to experience the full range of human emotions. Most importantly, I will try to make the listeners forget, momentarily, all except the anticipation of a vocal crescendo or cymbal crash, while absorbing the finger snapping, foot tapping, and intoxicating sounds of Frank Lamphere’s Rat Pack Jazz.
Frank Lamphere Unveils his New “Dean Martin Song” this Thursday
Tuesday, May 12th, 2009After 8PM he’s a nightclub singer, performing at some of the top venues in the Midwest. In the morning he’s not only a music contractor (acting as booking for himself and a small stable of quality musical entertainers) but Frank Lamphere is also one of the busiest deck contractors (A-Affordable Decks) in DuPage County, Illinois. With three professions: agent, crooner and contractor you would think that there wasn’t much time left over to do much of anything else. How about writing songs? Lyrics and original melodies that he conjures up. Frank has always had melodies (songs without the words) come and then just as quickly vanish without a trace. One day in September of 2007 he decided to keep a tape recorder at the side of his bed and low and behold, since that time, Lamphere has completed more than twenty songs. He has been inserting these originals into his sets while performing live, much to the enjoyment of the listeners and dancers. “Variety” says Frank “is the key to keeping people attentive. I’d hate to be predictable”
He has written jazz, blues, 50’s style pop, 60’s type pop, a pair of political pieces, a hard swinging big band number, a James Bond type song, a Christmas tearjerker and a handful of novelties. Thursday, May 14 Frank will unveil his latest creation: Dino On the Rocks. The song is a salute to his favorite singer Dean Martin.
Lamphere has appeared every Thursday at Villa Verone in Geneva, Illinois since the first of the year. He is most frequently accompanied by his fine pianist Larry Harris and drummer Rusty Jones. (With whom he worked with for a couple of years at the Flame of Countryside). Villa Verone is located a block north of Roosevelt Road at 416 Hamilton in downtown Geneva. There is no cover and the music begins at 8PM. 630-232-2201
Frank Lamphere a Hit at Geneva Nightclub, Villa Verone - Dean Martin Tribute This Week
Monday, April 20th, 2009Frank Lamphere and his Dynamic Rat Pack Jazz Duo have been extended through May at Villa Verone. The three dates are May 14, 21, and 28. The dance floor has been packed and business has been steadily growing each week as the people in the Fox Valley area have been discovering this great night of music.
This first set this week will include a tribute to Frank’s favorite crooner Dean Martin. Come catch the excitement!