The recording and
performing activities of Tom Dorsel are briefly described below.
Scroll down the page for information on recordings, past performances, and
current availability.
Tom has recently produced a demo CD entitled " Early
Years." It is a 17 track disc comprised of folk songs of the '60s,
some Irish ditties, and a few other tunes which simply fit Tom's style.
This recording is a mix of nostalgia and relaxation that is sure to please
particularly the baby-boomer crowd.
Tom reluctantly began singing on stage as a fourth grader
when he attracted the attention of the principal and the choir master who
"strongly encouraged" him to sing to the whole school on special
occasions. These uncomfortable beginnings provided experience which later
led him to look for opportunities to "sing with the band" during the
high school and college years. In addition to working with a high school
sock hop band, he put in performances at places like the Netherland Hilton,
Moonlight Gardens, and the Lookout House in the Cincinnati area, and sang with
the likes of the Billy May Orchestra while in college at Notre Dame.
Stage performing gave way to coffee house and college pub
employment during the college years. And songs of the big band era were
replaced with the folk songs of the '60s. Cincinnati was again the scene
with regular engagements at The Golden Door and Zino's. The '60s, in
turn, gave way to a transition to Irish Music which has held to this day with
special engagements occurring regularly every St. Patrick's Day.
Tom has also performed in musical roles in three stage
productions: The Madwoman of Chaillot, The Rising of the Moon, and Here's
Love. But his primary talent revolves around his Irish voice and his folk
guitar.
For matters of music, Tom is available for parties on St.
Patrick's Day or for performances at Irish pubs any time of the year. He
is also available for background and sing-along entertainment at private
parties and public establishments throughout the year.
To schedule an appearance, call
Tom at his business number, 843-662-3414, or email tom@dorsel.com.