The recording and
performing activities of Tom Dorsel are briefly described below.
Scroll down for information on recordings, past performances, and current
availability.
Click video
to see recent St. Patrick’s Day performance on
Tom 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. For sample songs, click Jamaica
Farewell, Bridget Flynn, Today, Finnegan’s
Wake, Tom Dooley, and Perhaps Love.
Tom was a
reluctant early performer, 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
combo, he put in performances at places like the Netherland
Hilton,
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.
Tom has also
performed in musical roles in three stage productions: The Madwoman of Chaillot, The Rising of the Moon, and Here's Love.
And recently he returned to the stage with the Florence Area Big Band. But his
primary talent revolves around his Irish voice and his folk guitar, as well as
the folk songs of the 60’s.
For matters of
music, Tom is available for parties on St. Patrick's Day or for Irish performances
any time of the year. He is also available for background and sing-along
entertainment with the folk songs of the 60’s at private parties and
public establishments throughout the year.
To schedule an appearance, call Tom at his business number,
843-618-4653, or email tom@dorsel.com.