Qwill
Boston based singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist Jesse Ciarmataro performs under the name Qwill. He has toured and shared the stage with artists such as Kaki King, Richie Havens, The Samples, and Guster. Jesse was awarded Grand Prize from The 2002 John Lennon Songwriting Contest in the Jazz category. Qwill is powerful solo performer, but usually is accompanied by drummer Dennis Monagle. The Further From Zen Orchestra also accompanies Qwill hosting some of the areas super talents such as, Henely Douglas Jr. - tenor sax, Jeff Buckridge- guitar, Kim Mantz - vocals, Wacki - percussion.
"His mind is split in three places, with his left hand providing basslines on a microsynth, his right hand providing chordal accompaniment on the Wurli, and singing. Each element, when isolated, would be quite impressive, however the combination of all three simultaneously is a true feat. He uses silence effectively as another instrument, as the dense arrangements will recede without notice, leaving room for an equally soulful vocal performance, only to jump back in with more energy than before. Qwill's music is like a soul/R&B spouse with multiple mistresses of latin beats, modern jazz, and trance/drum and bass."
- Dan Cardinal - Northeast Performer
"Jesse Ciarmataro writes dreamy roots music that rivals that of British star David Gray."
- Joanna Massey (The Boston Globe)
" I just wanted to give a shout to Jesse and anyone out there that listens to his music. We have a tight-nit family of musicians cultivating from the north shore of Boston and beyond, and Jesse is at the center of that family. He's a master songwriter, a killer musician, and an amazing human being. Props to anyone out there who's in the know."
- (The world needs to hear Jesse) Ryan Montbleau
" Jesses singing ability is an intensely varied collage of smooth mellowness and high reaching pitches that make you hold your breathe."
- Stacia Russel (North Shore College Weekly)
" Singer Jesse Ciamantaro has a wonderful voice -- filled with rich tones and inflections that give him a sound that's unlike anyone else we've ever heard "
- Dusty Groove America
"Jesse Ciarmataro writes dreamy roots music that rivals that of British star David Gray."
- Joanna Massey (The Boston Globe)
" I just wanted to give a shout to Jesse and anyone out there that listens to his music. We have a tight-nit family of musicians cultivating from the north shore of Boston and beyond, and Jesse is at the center of that family. He's a master songwriter, a killer musician, and an amazing human being. Props to anyone out there who's in the know."
- (The world needs to hear Jesse) Ryan Montbleau
" Jesses singing ability is an intensely varied collage of smooth mellowness and high reaching pitches that make you hold your breathe."
- Stacia Russel (North Shore College Weekly)
" Singer Jesse Ciamantaro has a wonderful voice -- filled with rich tones and inflections that give him a sound that's unlike anyone else we've ever heard "
- Dusty Groove America
"His mind is split in three places, with his left hand providing basslines on a microsynth, his right hand providing chordal accompaniment on the Wurli, and singing. Each element, when isolated, would be quite impressive, however the combination of all three simultaneously is a true feat. He uses silence effectively as another instrument, as the dense arrangements will recede without notice, leaving room for an equally soulful vocal performance, only to jump back in with more energy than before. Qwill's music is like a soul/R&B spouse with multiple mistresses of latin beats, modern jazz, and trance/drum and bass."
- Dan Cardinal - Northeast Performer
"Jesse Ciarmataro writes dreamy roots music that rivals that of British star David Gray."
- Joanna Massey (The Boston Globe)
" I just wanted to give a shout to Jesse and anyone out there that listens to his music. We have a tight-nit family of musicians cultivating from the north shore of Boston and beyond, and Jesse is at the center of that family. He's a master songwriter, a killer musician, and an amazing human being. Props to anyone out there who's in the know."
- (The world needs to hear Jesse) Ryan Montbleau
" Jesses singing ability is an intensely varied collage of smooth mellowness and high reaching pitches that make you hold your breathe."
- Stacia Russel (North Shore College Weekly)
" Singer Jesse Ciamantaro has a wonderful voice -- filled with rich tones and inflections that give him a sound that's unlike anyone else we've ever heard "
- Dusty Groove America
"Jesse Ciarmataro writes dreamy roots music that rivals that of British star David Gray."
- Joanna Massey (The Boston Globe)
" I just wanted to give a shout to Jesse and anyone out there that listens to his music. We have a tight-nit family of musicians cultivating from the north shore of Boston and beyond, and Jesse is at the center of that family. He's a master songwriter, a killer musician, and an amazing human being. Props to anyone out there who's in the know."
- (The world needs to hear Jesse) Ryan Montbleau
" Jesses singing ability is an intensely varied collage of smooth mellowness and high reaching pitches that make you hold your breathe."
- Stacia Russel (North Shore College Weekly)
" Singer Jesse Ciamantaro has a wonderful voice -- filled with rich tones and inflections that give him a sound that's unlike anyone else we've ever heard "
- Dusty Groove America
Genres:
Acoustic, Alt. Rock, Jam Bands, Singer/Songwriter (Male)
Members:
None Listed
Setup Requirements:
(Qwill does have a small PA if needed)
solo performance
2 DIs
1 vocal Mic
2 mic stands
duo performance (w/ drummer)
include - drum mics
drummer vocal mic
w/ Further From Zen Orchestra
include - horn mic
percussion mic
backing vocal mic
guitar mic
solo performance
2 DIs
1 vocal Mic
2 mic stands
duo performance (w/ drummer)
include - drum mics
drummer vocal mic
w/ Further From Zen Orchestra
include - horn mic
percussion mic
backing vocal mic
guitar mic
