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Jon Gaines Trumpet Jon, a native of Derry, New Hampshire, was introduced to the world of music at the age of 5 when he began taking piano lessons from his grandmother. By fifth grade, Jon was expanding his musical talents to include the trumpet, but it wasn’t until Jon first heard a recording of Louis Armstrong that his passion and love for jazz was born – a passion that would send him on a life-long pursuit for musical excellence. Jon’s high school years were spent performing with a wide variety of concert and jazz bands, as well as several vocal ensembles. Jon went on to futher his studies in jazz improvisation at the prestigious New England Conservatory under the guidance of John McNeil, Jerry Bergonzi and Frank Carlberg. Jon also continued to advance his trumpet technique through lessons with Steve Emery and Laurie Frink. Along with his instrumental studies, Jon also took several years of voice lessons before earning his bachelor’s degree in 2014. Bob Ferreira Bass. Percussion. Bob auditioned for The Four Freshmen in 1992, while still a music student at Central Washington University. The group asked him to join, presenting him with a difficult decision: stay in school, or leave his academics behind in lieu of a career in entertainment. Ultimately, he decided to leave school – a decision he is still confident in today. Bob enjoys being part of such an iconic musical legacy and has performed in all fifty states, ten countries and played on nine Four Freshmen recordings. When not on the road, Ferreira occasionally freelances as a drummer in Las Vegas.
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Jon GainesTrumpet
Jon, a native of Derry, New Hampshire, was introduced to the world of music at the age of 5 when he began taking piano lessons from his grandmother. By fifth grade, Jon was expanding his musical talents to include the trumpet, but it wasn’t until Jon first heard a recording of Louis Armstrong that his passion and love for jazz was born – a passion that would send him on a life-long pursuit for musical excellence. Jon’s high school years were spent performing with a wide variety of concert and jazz bands, as well as several vocal ensembles. Jon went on to futher his studies in jazz improvisation at the prestigious New England Conservatory under the guidance of John McNeil, Jerry Bergonzi and Frank Carlberg. Jon also continued to advance his trumpet technique through lessons with Steve Emery and Laurie Frink. Along with his instrumental studies, Jon also took several years of voice lessons before earning his bachelor’s degree in 2014.
Bob FerreiraBass. Percussion.
Bob auditioned for The Four Freshmen in 1992, while still a music student at Central Washington University. The group asked him to join, presenting him with a difficult decision: stay in school, or leave his academics behind in lieu of a career in entertainment. Ultimately, he decided to leave school – a decision he is still confident in today. Bob enjoys being part of such an iconic musical legacy and has performed in all fifty states, ten countries and played on nine Four Freshmen recordings. When not on the road, Ferreira occasionally freelances as a drummer in Las Vegas.
Tommy Boynton1st Tenor. Bass.
Tommy, a native of Aurora, Colorado, began his musical journey in the 3rd grade when he sang in a children’s chorus and began studying piano and drums. His love for music led him to Phil Mattson’s prestigious School for Music Vocations in Creston, Iowa. Tommy went on to attend and graduate from the New England Conservatory in Boston, MA, where he studied under Dominique Eade and Ran Blake. Boynton continued to share his love and passion for music by returning to SMV to teach. Tommy has shared the stage with several Grammy Award-nominated musicians, including jazz pianist Fred Hersch and critically acclaimed jazz vocalist Kate McGarry.
Stein Malvey2nd Tenor. Guitar.
Stein, a native of Northfield, Minnesota, began his musical journey at age 4 when he began studying piano. Growing restless with classical repertoire, he discovered the guitar at age 12 and instantly fell in love. Just two years later, Stein was playing guitar professionally. Stein graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in Guitar Performance from Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. He spent years in both the New York and Minneapolis music scenes, recording and touring with groups of many genres including rock, pop, R&B, soul, funk, jazz, country, and avant-garde. Stein currently resides in Los Angeles, California.
Singing with a harmony uniquely their own, the Four Freshmen have enamored listeners world-wide for years, while gaining recognition as one of the most influential vocal groups of all time. Their tight-knit sound inspired The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson, The Mamas & The Papas, Frankie Valli and the Manhattan Transfer.
It all started in 1948, when four college freshmen crafted a unique style of vocal harmony that soon caught the ear of the great bandleader Stan Kenton. Kenton was responsible for bringing the Freshmen to Capitol Records. To date, the Four Freshmen have recorded over 75 albums, 70 top selling singles, and received 6 Grammy Nominations. The four have toured constantly since their inception, continuing to perform for sold-out audiences around the globe.
The integrity of the sound created by the original guys has been meticulously maintained. Die-hard fans and former members alike have agreed that the current lineup of Bob Ferreira, Tommy Boynton, Stein Malvey and Jon Gaines are second to none.
While paying tribute to classic Freshmen favorites like “Day By Day” and “Blue World,” they also perform audience favorites like "Day in Day Out” , "Angel Eyes", and "Give Me The Simple Life”. The Four Freshmen really shine on brand new arrangements of "Come Fly With Me", "Girl From Ipanema”, and “When I Fall in Love”. During the show, you will find your toes tapping to to the Brazilian beats of "So Danco Samba” and the rousing Bobby Troup hit “Route 66”.
As four amazing musical talents, their show is one not to be missed! Whether accompanied by a big band, symphony orchestra or self-contained; their youth, vitality, and talent adds a modern twist of elegance to a time-honored sound. The Four Freshmen are great gentlemen of song, and true masters of harmony.
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