The virtuosity, professionalism and rapport of these musicians all add up to a successful musical experience for you and your guests.
Jean Peterson
Lead Vocalist
Jean has performed for audiences in the Boston area for over twenty years, specializing in gospel, R&B, jazz and pop. A native of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, she moved to Boston at the age of six, performing with her brothers and sisters in their group, The Phillips Family. She also studied piano at the New England Conservatory, and voice from private instructors. Since then, her powerful mezzo has taken her to the stages of the Wang Center, The Opera House, The Hatch Shell and various recording studios around Boston. Although Jean's drive and talent comes through on every piece she sings, it is her love for people that sets her apart, and the desire to touch their hearts through music.
Lead Vocalist
Jean has performed for audiences in the Boston area for over twenty years, specializing in gospel, R&B, jazz and pop. A native of St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, she moved to Boston at the age of six, performing with her brothers and sisters in their group, The Phillips Family. She also studied piano at the New England Conservatory, and voice from private instructors. Since then, her powerful mezzo has taken her to the stages of the Wang Center, The Opera House, The Hatch Shell and various recording studios around Boston. Although Jean's drive and talent comes through on every piece she sings, it is her love for people that sets her apart, and the desire to touch their hearts through music.
Frank Bonanno
Band Leader, Keyboards, Sax, Clarinet, Flute
Frank brings over twenty years of professional experience to CENTER STAGE , a group he formed in 1989. An extremely versatile musician, he has played with a number of leading performers, including Johnny Mathis, Gladys Knight, Wayne Newton, The 4 Tops, The Temptations and Ben Vereen. His extensive knowledge of synthesizers, MIDI sequencers, vocal technique and music arranging contributes to the band's signature sound and faithful re-creations of your favorite songs. An enthusiastic and dedicated leader, Frank takes great pride in delivering the highest quality music for your special day.
Jim PetersonBand Leader, Keyboards, Sax, Clarinet, Flute
Frank brings over twenty years of professional experience to CENTER STAGE , a group he formed in 1989. An extremely versatile musician, he has played with a number of leading performers, including Johnny Mathis, Gladys Knight, Wayne Newton, The 4 Tops, The Temptations and Ben Vereen. His extensive knowledge of synthesizers, MIDI sequencers, vocal technique and music arranging contributes to the band's signature sound and faithful re-creations of your favorite songs. An enthusiastic and dedicated leader, Frank takes great pride in delivering the highest quality music for your special day. Versatile,creative guitarists
One of the most versatile and creative guitarists you'll ever hear, Jim Peterson can play any style of music and has worked with some of the biggest names in the business, including Najee, Tavares, Bob Moses, and many others. His vocals on R&B and classic rock styles are second to none. Jim is also a professor of music at Berklee College of Music.Jeff Williams
Keyboard, rock vocalist
Keyboard virtuoso Jeff Williams is on the Faculty at Berklee College of Music, and is a recording engineer. He has worked on recordings with Grammy winners Take 6 with Marcus Miller. Jeff has been on bills with New Kids On The Block, George Clinton, Parliament Funkadelic, Robert Randolph and the Family Band. Besides playing keyboard in the group, Jeff is the rock vocalist of Center Stage, adding to the band's versatility and its appeal to rock and roll lovers everywhere.Joe Galeota
Drums and Vocals
Seasoned performer with thirty years of experience playing all styles of music, Joe provides the rhythmic beat that gets you on your feet. He also rounds out the vocal section with his strong tenor. Joe shares his expertise and love of the drums by teaching percussion at Boston's Berklee College of Music and by offering drum and percussion clinics at many schools and colleges throughout New England and the U.S. As owner and founder of JAG Drums, a manufacturer of African percussion, he made many of the drums for the musical The Lion King. Whether it's classic rock, top 40 or swing that makes you want to get up and dance, Joe's high-energy drumming is guaranteed to keep you moving -- it's the heartbeat of CENTER STAGE !
Drums and Vocals
Seasoned performer with thirty years of experience playing all styles of music, Joe provides the rhythmic beat that gets you on your feet. He also rounds out the vocal section with his strong tenor. Joe shares his expertise and love of the drums by teaching percussion at Boston's Berklee College of Music and by offering drum and percussion clinics at many schools and colleges throughout New England and the U.S. As owner and founder of JAG Drums, a manufacturer of African percussion, he made many of the drums for the musical The Lion King. Whether it's classic rock, top 40 or swing that makes you want to get up and dance, Joe's high-energy drumming is guaranteed to keep you moving -- it's the heartbeat of CENTER STAGE !