The Versatiles

The finest in the vocal stylization of Frank Sinatra, Patsy Cline, Connie Francis, and others.  Available with background tracks, a three-piece combo, or Big bands.  "The Versatiles" are currently performing for corporate and private functions.

GABE LA ROSA and ANGIE  LA DUKE  have been performers in the entertainment field for over 30 years.  Appearing at various venues, their musical background includes, but it is not limited, to Vocal Standards, Rock and Roll, Country, and Jazz.

GABE LA ROSA.  Gabe started performing in clubs as a drummer/vocalist while still in High School.  He worked with a band he formed called "THE  VERSATILES" (the name he still uses).   He originated from the Chicago and  Milwaukee areas. Gabe has performed at Sardino's Cocktail Lounge, The Knickerbocker Hotel, The Pfister Hotel, and the Hilton/Ramada Inn Hotel chains in Milwaukee. Gabe also appeared at Mr. Kellys, on Rush Street, Tony's Cellar, The Blue Angel, The Palmer House, and other venues in Chicago and Milwaukee. He has also performed in New York, Florida, and all of Southern California.   Gabe wrote a song in 1987 in honor of Frank Sinatra. The song title is "A Tribute to Mr. Sinatra". He has produced a musical review building a stage production around this song and entitling the show  "A Tribute to Mr. Sinatra, songs of Patsy Cline and others". The show presents the songs of Frank Sinatra from the 1940's to the 1980's. He and his associate, Angie La Duke, showcase the songs of these artists, sounding very similar to Frank Sinatra and Patsy Cline.

ANGIE LA DUKE.  Angie comes from the Chicago area, just  like Gabe, but she grew up in California.  She has performed mainly in the Southern California venues, vocalizing with small combos and big bands.  Angie has appeared at yacht clubs, festivals, fairs, lounges, shows, and private functions.  Angie is well versed in all types of music and she is a singer/songwriter.  In ©1999 she released her CD of 13 original songs and partner Gabe  has created a new musical review showcasing the songs. Angie's wide vocal range and flexibility enable her to sound like the artist she portrays in Gabe La Rosa's show, "A Tribute to Mr. Sinatra, the Songs of Patsy Cline and others".

"THE VERSATILES" Past  performances in Southern California Include:

	The Sturges Center for the Fine Arts		Maurice Carrie Winery, Temecula
	Elks Lodge, San Bernardino		Bernardo Winery, Rancho Bernardo
	The Italian Festas, San Diego		Annual San Bernardino Jazz Festivals
	Women’s Clubs		Coffee Depot, Riverside
	Tustin Banquet Center		Radisson Hotel, San Bernardino

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