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Lori Schneider began developing her vocal style at a young age, singing standards with big bands in many prestigious NYC clubs. She has also performed in an array of rock, jazz and blues bands. In the early 1990s, she was the founding member of Crystal Rose, a popular rock/pop/folk female duo. This was where she began to seriously develop her talents as a songwriter, as well as her instrumental capabilities on guitar, flute and keyboards. To support the release of two albums "Look Inside" and "Weavers Tapestry", she performed in many theatres and festivals within the northeast area and had the honor to sing the national anthem at Shea Stadium for 5 consecutive years. In 2004 she released a solo CD Legend "A Knights Opera", a medieval rock opera, containing an eclectic range of influences from classical, progressive rock, folk and world music.Within the past several years Lori began pursuing her long term interest in Indian music with Bhajan singer, Kumar Raj Gandharav, has studied the traditional indian raga system under the guidance of Kinnar Seen, and is currently studying bansuri flute with flute virtuoso, Steve Gorn. Her latest CD release "Evergreen Heart" features traditional ragas performed on silver flute accompanied by intricate tabla rhythms. In addition, she formally continues her 14 years of study in western classical piano.Lori has chosen to devote her life to exploring the many faces of music and continues to delve into the heart of many diverse genres. In addition to composing and performance,she is strongly committed to her private teaching practice.View all Lori Schneider's friends: All |