Posts Tagged ‘live music’

“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, 2009

Rat 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 a Hit at Geneva Nightclub, Villa Verone - Dean Martin Tribute This Week

Monday, April 20th, 2009

Frank 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.
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This first set this week will include a tribute to Frank’s favorite crooner Dean Martin. Come catch the excitement!