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Incredibly versatile, Perpetual Motion now has two exciting shows. You can choose Perpetual Swing, an exciting show of gypsy and vintage swing jazz, Perpetual Motion’s original acoustic jazz, or a combination of the two.
With our gypsy jazz show your toes will be tapping and your fingers will be snapping to favorites like Sweet Georgia Brown, Oh Lady Be Good, All of Me, Satin Doll, and Minor Swing, plus great original gypsy jazz tunes! Guaranteed to put a smile on your face, gypsy jazz is constantly attracting new fans while continuing to delight music lovers the world over. Gypsy jazz is a wonderful blend of gypsy harmonies and melodic elements with a swing jazz feel. Traditional gypsy music, vintage jazz tunes and original music make up the repertoire.
Perpetual Motion’s uniquely individual style springs from their love of all types of music, from jazz to rock with stops for latin, world music, and bluegrass. Their musical storytelling is inspired by their travels, people they meet, and the wonderful world around them. Audiences can’t help themselves as they are pulled into the pair’s joi de vivre, children are dancing and toes are tapping as the duo takes them on a musical journey.
Each of Josie and Tom’s compositions are uniquely personal, and they share the stories behind the songs, giving their music a connection to their listeners. They are veterans of the festival and summer concert scene, but connecting with audiences at house concerts is their favorite!
AWARDS
Perpetual Motion has garnered a number of awards throughout their career. They were awarded Westword magazine’s Best Of Denver and Femmusic.com’s Top Ten Independent Bands.
Tom Carleno was awarded Honorable Mention in the Unisong International Songwriting Competition for 2006-2007 for his bossa nova “Por Causa de Voce”.
What people are saying about PM:
“Carleno’s adept arrangements, their selection of great original pieces and energetic stage presence are always entertaining. Always different, and always moving.” -Judy Brady, Rocky Mountain Bullhorn
“The musical images are so vivid they almost spring forth from the strings. We had a casual fling with excellence and it was hard to let go.” -Avaril, Riff Magazine
For more detailed info you can check out our website at http://www.perpetual-motion.net/. We love to play for any event, so if you'd like some live music, send us a message.
You can download our tunes at iTunes, or click on the buttons below to get one of our CDs. We also have t-shirts with the "String Theory" cover and the Perpetual Motion logo available, just ask!
String Theory
2006
This newest effort from Perpetual Motion shows their growth from a folksy
acoustic duo to a progressive jazz ensemble. Calling their new sound
.., Perpetual Motion has created a
vibrant blend of Central and South American folk, progressive jazz,
blues, and rock and roll. The result is a wonderfully eclectic collection
of songs, all tied together by an underlying latin groove.
Price $15
Christmas Time
Is Here
2000
Christmas Time Is Here: The much anticipated Christmas album from
Perpetual Motion combines distinctive arrangements of traditional
Christmas music with their unique original compositions. A must have
for your holiday music collection.
"Following a tasteful version of "Joy to the World",
the combo enlivens "Northern Lights", "It Came Upon
a Midnight Clear" and the wittily titled "The Little Drummer
Boy (From Ipanema)" via stylish arrangements and the refined
violin playing of Josie Quick." -Michael Roberts, Westword Magazine
"What a beautiful and inspired record this is! Perpetual Motion
brings high quality musicianship and creative instrumental arranging
to ...traditional Christmas songs." -Judy B., GoGo magazine
Price:
$15
Surfing On Cloud
Nine
1997
Surfing On Cloud Nine is an appropriate title for Perpetual Motion's
second album. From the opening chords of the energetic title track
to the driving swing of the final cut, all of the songs show off the
band's zest for life. Their compositions are an eclectic blend of
a wide variety of musical influences. There is something for every
musical taste on this album.
"an unstoppable improvisation team"- Kate Lavin, Vail Daily.
"...music that represents the Front Range. It's got such a unique
feel... walked the fine line between New Age and Energy that's quite
passionate. You just don't hear music that's so skillful." -
Vince Panero, 1490am KWAB Boulder, CO.
Price:
$15
Ready, Willing
and Able
1993
Ready, Willing, and Able aptly describes Perpetual Motion's eager, energetic
approach to their rather unconventional style of music. The violin and
guitar duo's debut album showcases their wide variety of musical influences
of jazz, classical, rock, folk and bluegrass.
Westword magazine's Best of Denver- Best Orchestral Maneuvering!
"Perpetual Motion conveys a sense of melodic freshness. The group's
debut album, Ready, Willing, and Able shows what can be accomplished
when players pursue styles outside their "best suited" field."-
Linda Gruno, Westword magazine
"Be
swept away to a gentler place with Perpetual Motion. The musicianship
of Quick and Carleno is exemplary. This album...definitely deserves
a place in your collection." -Kevin Duke, Denver Live
"A contemporary acoustic sonnet" - Dave Thomas, The Denver
Post
Price:
$10
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