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One night when watching TV, I witnessed the devastation of the disaster in Haiti.  I was so bothered by it that I wanted to be of some help to all the victims. I decided to run a benefit dance with our group, Classic Groove, and a prominent DJ and my very good friend, Eddie K. All the members of Classic Groove and DJ Eddie K donated their services, and we worked with the American Red Cross for the benefit. We received donations from local businesses and restaurants, and ran a raffle. The benefit was a huge success and we raised a considerable amount of money for helping the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.

Classic Groove would like to thank everyone involved in the benefit for donating their time and money.  We received huge support from the community. We also would like to thank the Sons of Italy Hall in Watertown, MA for the use of their hall.

Thank You,
Steven Tashjian-Classic Groove

Classic Groove delights audiences of all ages with their entertaining renditions of jazz and contemporary standards. The combined talent of band leader Steve Tashjian (woodwinds), Kevin Magarian (guitar), Steve Labonte (drums), and Ashley Alexander (vocals) ensure a memorable evening for any music lover. Whether performing favorite songs such as Van Morrison – Mondance or improvising Babajanyan – Chqnag Yeraz, Classic Groove demonstrates how worldly and wide ranging their musical repertoire is. Their incredible musicianship and professionalism not only makes Classic Groove an wonderful band to listen to, but also a pleasure to work with.

Christine Hardiman
Armenian Library and Museum of America
Public Relations Coordinator

My name is Steve Bowman. About a year ago, my wife & I were enjoying a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner @ a quaint Italian restaurant, Tony Pilla’s @ the Holiday Inn in Woburn, Ma. We were aware that there would be music but when the band started to play, their sound punctuated how beautiful & melodic the night was. My wife & I commented on how refreshing it was to listen to a live band (with horns) who knew how to play notes perfectly without any distortion or excess volume. We both remarked about how if we were ever to have a wedding reception, this is the band that should provide the soundtrack.
Flash-forward about a little less than a year on the day of our wedding reception: Since the night began, I knew that my experience with Classic Groove was going to be memorable. As my wife & I floated across the floor(she floated, I flipped)while accompanied in perfect synch by the breath-taking vocals of their lead singer Vickie, who romanced the audience(and us)with a passionate medley of Shania Twain’s” Still the One”& then seamlessly transitioned into a duet of Bill Medley & Jennifer Werner’s classic” I’ve had the time of my life” electrifying the crowd, accompanied by the sultry horn section of the multi-faceted band leader Steve Tashjian & the outrageous trills(to match his personality)of keyboard player “Face.” The guitar & bass players provided the foundation for this sensational orchestra.
Although the complex, unique arrangement of the song for the first dance should have been difficult to follow, Vickie ignited the crowd with her tambourine or with her charismatic interactions, dancing along with us like she was reunited relative, or seducing the audience (especially the guys) with her hypnotic gaze & sexy falsetto, she charmed everyone in attendance.
The only draw back to the night was that it ended too quickly. But not before the show-stopping closing number “Feels like home” by Randy Newman. The band gathered everyone in a singing, swaying circle as Vickie serenaded my wife & I in a musical embrace almost as caressing as our own that ended in a deafening ovation.
Classic Groove felt more like family than a band. And I consider my relationship with Steve and everyone a friendship more than business. My wife & I are planning to see the band again this Valentine’s Day just like we saw them last year. And I recommend that everyone SEE THIS BAND NOW; While we’re still fortunate enough to see them intimately. (Although Vickie may have to take out a restraining order against some of the guys.)

Sincerely
Steve Bowman