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SOARING TENOR AND VIRTUOSO CELLO

"DAZZLING CELLO AND SOARING TENOR VOCALS" - NPR Music

BRANDEN & JAMES return to Santa Fe, New Mexico with special guest Effie Passero for a musical thrill-ride of pop, rock, classical, mash-ups and stories from the heart. Appearing as the new trio CelloVoci, they will dazzle you with their thrilling arrangements and musical prowess. They'll feature several excerpts from their recent appearance at Carnegie Hall. Branden & James, now joined by the incredible vocalist and American Idol contestant, Effie Passero, will bring an unforgettable evening of music to Unit B.

The soulful timbre of James's cello combined with Branden's emotional and powerful vocals has already created a sound that leaves audiences around the world feeling moved and inspired. Now with Effie Passero, one of the most thrilling classically trained vocalists on any stage, this trio is sure to create a magical evening.

Australian cellist James, began creating arrangements of familiar tunes that make you listen as you've never heard them before.

Branden, a former finalist on America’s Got Talent & resident tenor at The Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Los Angeles Opera; recently penned a memoir entitled, Lyrics of My Life which entered Amazon Books new releases at #9.

Effie is a classically trained opera singer who performs in many genres, including singing "Barracuda" by Heart as an American Idol finalist. She has been singing since she was a toddler and now sings internationally.

Branden & James have been touring around the world with their innovative, classically inspired pop songs, and undeniable charm and with, and now combined with Effie, we are thrilled to have this trio on the Unit B stage.

In 2021, BRANDEN & JAMES released their first Christmas Album, "A Christmas Gift".