PERFORMING ARTIST / SONGWRITER / PRODUCER / SOUND ENGINEERDiverse performing artist specializing in clubs, senior living homes, and private events. Talented sound engineer with proven experience managing sound systems, producing studio and live recordings, and managing stage production. Equally talented songwriter and original performer. Expertise in:> Entertainer - Performs songs from every era on the piano and guitar, with a versatile voice that can tackle many different artists and genres. He has also toured the country and released several albums with his original music as Marcus Very Ordinary, and with his groups No-U-Turn, Barefoot Soldiers, Wadsworth, and The Eagle Rock Gospel Singers.> Recording Engineering – Produced and engineered studio and live recording sessions for various artists and numerous local and national bands (The Road, More than Me, Future Leaders of the World, Eagle Rock Gospel Singers, Wu Tang Clan, and Goo Goo Dolls), as well as self compositions. Recorded OP Symphony concerts and mass produced CDs for the Town of Orchard Park. > Event / Stage Management – Engineered live sound and sound effects for large shows at Universal Studios. Managed the talent, documented time & attendance, and prepared daily show operations reports. Announced shows and performers. For Club Paradise, booked and arranged local and national band performances; set up equipment; consult with band management; and worked as stage manager. Stage manager for performers at the Erie County Fair.> Sound Engineering – Set up large, high-end, sound systems and operate front-of-house and monitor sound for local and national music acts and special events for MSS Audio in Los Angeles. Worked with numerous national celebrities (Adam Sandler, Steve Carell, Eddie Van Halen, Jason Alexander, and others), as well as renowned bands (Taylor Swift, Christopher Cross, Blue Oyster Cult, and Chick Corea). Sound Engineer for Orchard Park’s outdoor summer concert series.