Cathy Serrano, solo acoustic guitar & vocals, occasionally Native American Flute. DUO PERFORMANCES featuring Mike Patterson, a very well known local jazz bass performer, who also plays acoustic dobro, guitar and percussion. Michael also plays saxophone and other instruments, and it is such a pleasure to play with him, he adds a whole new dimension to our performances. I also have occasional performances with other artists, such as Mike Andrews and Maurice Turner. It's always fun!
VENUES/PLACES I'VE PLAYED:
Bill's City Grill; One World Cafe (Three Rivers Nat'l Food Co-op); Mid-City Grill; Big-Eyed Fish; Blu Tomato; Deer Park Irish Pub; Columbia City Farmer's Market; Columbia City Art Fair; Historic West Main Farmer's Market; West Central Art Fair; Firefly Coffee House; Aspen Coffee House; Brickhouse Coffee; Toast & Jam; Columbia Street West; Mic's Tavern; East Haven Tavern; Chap's Western Bar & Grill; Spooners; The Green Frog; Fort Wayne Farmer's Market on Wallace; The Bookmark; Border's Bookstores; Bill's Bistro; Munchies Emporium; The Senate; Foster's Pub (w/Bosco Gorman); The Cellar; Three Rivers Festival Main Tent; Barr Street Market; Columbia City Art Festival,;Maumee Music Fest; Sol Fest - Fox Island Park; WBTU Country Stage; Lawton Park Autism Benefit; Hall's Factory; The Downtown Cafe; The Arcola Pub; Zias Coffee; Dragons Keep; The Lakefront Bar in Warsaw and Cahoots Coffee Cafe in Angola.
Charitable Events / Fundraiser Events and Festivals at which I've played include: Three Rivers Festival, Fort Wayne; The Autism Walk/Benefit; St. Mary's/St. Andrews Soup Kitchen Benefit; Mid-City Charity Jam; Columbia City Acoustic-on-the-Square; Bardstown Kentucky - Farm Country Benefit; Shepherd's House Benefit; The Indiana Burn Council Benefit, VA Hospital, Crossroads Inn, Columbia City Farmer's Market, The Spice and Ladle (Kentucky) and Maumee Fest.
Influences
The 70's (in total); John Denver, Reba McIntyre, Indigo Girls, Eagles, Norah Jones, Shelby, Joni Mitchell, Jewell Kilcher, Joan Baez, Sarah McLachlan, Stones, CCR, Three Dog Night, etc... more recently Ryan Adams, Kasey Chambers, Lyle Lovett, Old Crows, Avett Brothers, and last but not least locals like Lee Miles, who is just an incredible lyricist, or The Trainhoppers who rock me big time!
Here's a sample of Michael Patterson and I at the Wooden Nickel Debut of my CD, Dark Hearts & Simple Treasures
Sounds Like
I've been told I have a "Joni Mitchell" sound, or am reminiscent of "Joan Baez." . I've also been told I sound a lot like Denean. A lot of the songs I write sound a lot like early Kasey Chambers' tunes, whose music I really like. I cover a lot of Dylan and have a folksy sound. I think who I sound like depends on what song I am singing!
Here's a blurb from friend and musician, Michael Patterson. He is doing a lot of acoustic work right now, and he often sits in and sings with me, as well as teaching several students on bass and other instruments. Check out his website at: www.yanmmusic.com:
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"-- Cathy Serrano's album of Native American flute music is absolutely beautiful. Cathy is a great champion of the Fort Wayne area's musicians and a wonderful singer/storyteller in the best tradition. She's got an incredible listing of great musicians on her site. Check out any of them and I guarantee you won't be disappointed. Oh, by the way, she's one of the best live performers you'll hear around because she really cares about reaching her audience. By the way, take time to check out her blog sometimes. There's an occasional comment that you might take to heart when it comes to supporting good music in your area."
And..... from John Williams: "Cathy is at her heart and soul, a folk singer in the style of Joan Baez. Her original music reflects that heart."
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HI Cathy! Thanks for the add! Here's your official invitation to stop in and have a few drinks with us! Looking forward to introducing you to the group!- Cathy Cross
Oh man, I wish I would have gone the previous years, I bet they were great! And yeah I was really glad I got to meet Brian, he was a really nice guy, and fantastic musician, to say the least :)
Thank You to all those of you who voted for me in the annual Whammy Awards! I was honored to be put in a category with all those great musicians whom I value as friends and really admire! It was nice to be counted among them!! Thanks!
Hope things are going well for you, and that you are selling your album. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you in the future. We currently have a Winter Special, which is a 10 hour session for $375.00. Keep in touch.
Hey Everyone Browsing! If you get a chance to stop out for one of our shows, please be sure to say hello! If you haven't already, catch one of the performances with Michael Patterson assisting me - he is incredibly talented, and he is just a great addition! We have so much fun!
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Beltauer is giving away 8 hours of studio time to the winner!
Hello Cathy ... I am honored to be a friend .. Like Your Music !! Please stop by again and say hello .. Check out my schedule and try to stop by my show in Fort Wayne :)
