Brianne wrote, sang and played piano on each song on her album, Broken. She also co-produced and arranged each song. When playing live, she plays with band members Sean Lynch (drums), Derek Leslie (upright bass/cello/electric bass), and Acyr Penna.
Influences
Brianne is influenced by all manner of music: Sarah Mclachlan, The Shins, Tori Amos, Radiohead, Kendall Payne, The Beatles, The Doors, Melissa Ferrick, Sublime, Melissa Etheridge, Yeah Yeah Yeah's, PJ Harvey, Fiona Apple, David Bowie, Pink Floyd, Dar Williams, Beth Orton, Frou Frou, Aimee Mann, Patty Griffin, Ani Difranco, Dido, Rachel Sage, Jann Arden, Depeche Mode, The Story, Vienna Teng, Karen Carpenter, Carole King, Joni Mitchell, Meg Hutchinson, Heather Nova, Musicals (Current Fav: The Last 5 Years), Debussy, Imogen Heap, Bill Miller, Snatam Kaur, Mary Fahl, Wilco, Travis, and the list goes on...
Sounds Like
Brianne Chasanoff is known for her “sultry voice, and she writes dark, melodic songs about love” – Danbury News Times. Brianne's passionate vocals speak to the listener intimately through her sensitivity and her depth of emotional expression. Her angelic voice has a soothing, natural clarity. “My songs often come from pain and sorrow. I feel there is something beautiful in pain which a song can come out of.”
Brianne Chasanoff was a semi-finalist in the National Pantene Pro-V Singer/Songwriting Contest for her songs "Does It Still Sound The Same" and "Blinded." Following her membership to Broadjam, Brianne made it to the Top 5 in many categories including Earth, Pop, Top 10 and Mixed Vocal for various songs. Brianne’s appearances include performing at The Space in Hamden, CT, Cafe Vivaldi & Googies Lounge in NYC, Caffeine in South Norwalk, CT, Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT, Post University in Waterbury, CT, Bodles Opera House in Chester, NY, and The Towne Crier in Pawling, NY. She has shared the stage with such acts as Mary Fahl of the October Project, Susan Werner, Grammy Award winner, Bill Miller, Patrick Fitzsimmons, and the Debbie Davies Blues Band.
Brianne’s experiences and love for various styles of music shine through in her compositions, reaching listeners of all ages and tastes. Brianne is also currently a local music teacher at Pawling Elementary School in Pawling, NY. She has recently finished recording her first solo CD in which she writes, sings, and plays piano and keyboards.
Brianne is a classically trained vocalist and pianist, who’s been accompanying musicals, chorus ensembles, church services, and recitals for years, playing various styles of music from Broadway and classical to pop. She has also performed as a vocalist for various church services, weddings, and other private venues such as a Benefit Concert for the Canter Fitzgerald Fund for 9/11.
A graduate of Western Connecticut State University, Brianne received her Bachelor’s of Science in Music Education with a concentration in classical voice and piano. She attended a Songwriting Workshop at the Berklee School of Music in Boston, MA and just recently completed her Master’s Degree in Studio Composition at SUNY Purchase, where she had the pleasure of working with professors Joel Thome (arranger for Frank Zappa), Jim McElwaine (Muppet Babies), and David Gluck (virtuoso mallet performer/drummer and founder of "Rhythm and Brass”).
"Beautiful, creative, and original music, Brianne Chasanoff is a phenomenal performer, which is rare for modern music. Her CD, "Broken", is a must for any audiofile collection."
- Billy Dee ; Dj @ WAPJ 89.9 FM Torrington, CT Folk-n-Rock Show
"Brianne Chasanoff is known for her “sultry voice, and she writes dark, melodic songs about love”
– Danbury News Times.
"Wow! Brianne Serenades you with her voice, and her lyrics and music soothe the soul...I can't get enough, and the listeners agree!"-DJ Kendall. Producer/Host: "3rd Stone From the Sun" on 91.7FM, WXCI
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Brianne's Music Has been aired on:
Harris Radio (Live 365 internet radio) New York, NY
Hi, Brianne. Thanks for the add. Glad to finally catch up with you again. You sound great! Of course, I've been telling you that for many years! Let's catch up in person soon. My best to the fam. Melissa
Thank you for adding us. Please tell your friends to check out our Tailpipe page. We will have a regular website soon too. Hopefully you can come to see us play live sometime. Thanks again.
So glad you came out. I am so looking forward to having you come to my open mic Thursday at The Beach Bread Co. 8pm. I'll record your set if you want and give you a cd of it after you're done. Hope you enjoy the rest of your stay out here. Metta, Rick
Hey Bri! I'm really sorry I haven't been able to make one of your shows in forever. :( I had no idea you teach in Pawling, I worked there for two years! I just did a concert there with Marthe Ryerson last month. Small world! You, Kell and I will have to get together sometime soon! I'll give her a call and set it up. Take care and hopefully I'll see you soon!
Great job at the last show...oh, wait, I said that already didn't I? I seem to recall--anyway, you probably knew that this was coming but anyway, here ya go. I'm also sending one to my girlfriend, so I'm hoping it goes over well. C-ya round, Jared
You are incredible. I really love your music and your voice. Anytime you want a violinist just call me. The other night you were amazing. I look forward to many more musical moments. Talk to you soon,
It was great hearing you play the other night. I am looking forward to sharing the stage Sunday with you. DId you decide which tune(s) you wanted violin on?
