MONTHLY MUSIC HIGHLIGHTS Please consult your CareMerge calendars and weekly announcements for specific dates and times. All programming subject to change based on COVID-related recommendations to maintain health and safety of residents, staff, and visitors.
DENNIS FARAC Dennis has been a working musician since junior high school. Along the way, he was a founding member of Detroit band Comstock Lode, was a featured instrumentalist with Airmargrtiaville, a multi-year finalist for The Detroit Music Awards and was the guitarist for Barry Manilow touring and playing on his album "This One's For You." As a solo act, he runs the gamut from Smooth Jazz, Pop, Classic Rock and Caribbean on guitar, vocials and steel drums where he performs at multiple venues in the Detroit area including restaurants, wine bars, farmer's markets and more. VANESSA CARR Vanessa Carr is a world-class singer and dancer, recognized for her captivating story-telling and genuine connection to audiences. Her ever-growing repertoire includes a diverse variety of genres from Broadway tunes to rock n’ roll, The Great American Songbook to Opera, international favorites, and soulful standards. Vanessa is an award-winning performer whom you may have seen kick off Detroit Lions and Tigers games with the National Anthem. Vanessa was a member of the Detroit Pistons House 6
Band, opened for the Jacksons at Detroit Music Weekend, and has shared the stage with Twinkie Clark of The Clark Sisters and Martha Reeves.
MIDNIGHT MUSIC A new Life Enrichment program, “Midnight Music” is an ongoing partnership with All Seasons and Oakland University’s School of Music, Theatre and Dance. For an hour following dinner, when no other activities are booked, advanced piano students will stop by to build their performance experience, practice for competitions, and fill our halls with music. Whether you can stay for an hour or just want to pop in for 10 minutes, we encourage you to say hello. Our featured Midnight Music performer is: Ellen Wallenfang, a singer/songwriter based in Detroit, who creates music that draws on pop, indie, soul, and jazz. Currently in pursuit of a music degree at Oakland University, she performs regularly with school ensembles, fellow collaborators, and as a solo artist. Her goal is to bring connection and hope through the power of music.
