EMMA RIFFELMACHER Lead vocals, bass, ukelele

 I'm a Classically trained, exceptional lead vocalist with a vast musical repertoire and years of band experience, adding bass and ukelele. 

 BACKGROUND

I have a Bachelors of Music in Vocal Performance from Baldwin Wallace College.  I later added jazz studies to create a vast musical repertoire.  I've been a member of several local bands, most recently as lead vocalist with the Holdin' Back Band for the past 6 years, playing all styles of music at many local town bandstands, fairs (Spencer Fair, Sterling Fair, Holden Days), private events, Senior living communities and centers.  

I have also developed music programs for seniors, adults with special needs, and dementia.

As a soloist "Music with EMMA", I perform your favorite songs, covering the best performers for all musical eras and style: Oldies, the Great American Songbook, and Contemporary.   

Contact Emma at 978-621-8132, www.embrsongs.com

embrsongs@gmail.com . 

I've entertained crowds at over a 1,000 wedding receptions, club, and events over a long career.   I provide vocals, guitar, and MC duties. 

BACKGROUND

I was the founder, MC, music arranger, and performer in the First Class band for 14 years, DJ for 9 years, founder and MC for the Holdin’ Back band for 9 years, and now with the Blake Emma duo.  I have played all styles of music.  Additionally, I have also performed at many local town bandstands, fairs (Spencer Fair, Sterling Fair, Holden Days), private events, Senior living communities and centers.   

 Instructor (guitar, bass, uke) for more than 25 years. Studied guitar with Monster Mike Welch, Peter Clemente Sr. and Joe D’Angelo. 

As a soloist "Blake's Tunes", I cover the great performers (Elvis, Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, James Taylor, Frank Sinatra, and more) and musical styles from Oldies, Classic Rock, to Contemporary.