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Universal Soul Orchestra Bio

In early 2007 Jon Celentano (saxophone/bass guitar, electronic wind instrument) sent out a signal over the airwaves and across the Internet in search of a new musical experience. At the same time, not ten minutes away, Bryan Rosenbaum (programming, synths, digeridoo) was mulling the idea of a new collaboration. Thanks to a little divine intervention and a well-placed ad on craigslist, these two diverse musical souls connected and have created a unique mix of soul, world, funk, jazz and electronic music: the Universal Soul Orchestra.

Jon and Bryan each wear multiple musical hats: Universal Souls basic instrumentation just as a duo consists of saxophone, EWI, bass guitar, keyboards, didgeridoo and sequenced percussion. Bryan loops bits and pieces of classic and new funk, soul, reggae and electronica to create a rhythmic bed. Jon adds the bass to give it a pulse and then layers saxophone melodies that go from earthy funk to soaring sheets of sound. Bryan then adds the hypnotic drone of the didgeridoo. The resulting grooves range from energetic, driving dance music to an atmospheric trance-like vibe.

As a duo USO can create music that is improvised live on-the-spot based on the vibe and energy of the particular event. Or for a more traditional full band sound, Universal Soul Orchestra can be expanded up to a six piece group (adding drums/percussion, additional keyboards, vocalists and more) if the event calls for a larger ensemble. In addition USO works with performance artists (dancers, acrobats, diablo artists, etc) to enhance the visual impact of a performance. Universal Soul Orchestra invites you to experience the excitement of their unique sound.

USOs client list includes:
McDonalds
SEMA
Home Depot
Symantec
Scion
Las Vegas Springs Preserve
Las Vegas First Friday
Hartmann Studios

USO has appeared at major venues in Las Vegas and California:
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival
House of Blues (LV and L.A.)
The Joint at the Hard Rock
Verizon Amphitheater (aka Irvine Meadows)
The Venetian
Whisky A Go-Go
The Filmore West
Belly-Up Tavern
The Coach House
Caesars Palace

For booking info please contact:

Jon Celentano
universalsoulorch@yahoo.com
www.myspace.com/usoaudio