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# A Cabbello

the desert's premier men's vocal ensemble

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## Posts

- [What's New](https://acabbello.com/whats-new/)
- [A Little Bach / A Lotta of Bacharach](https://acabbello.com/a-little-bach-a-lotta-of-bacharach/) - KESQ News Channel 3 Experience A Cabbello for their 2023 spring concert 'A Little Bach, A Lotta Bacharach' Program PDF Bacharach More Performances Broadway Lights the Way June 13, 2026 Read More » BRASILANOVA January 10, 2024 Read More » Keep Calm & Sing On 2.0 – Encore Edition November 13, 2023 Read More »
- [Bond, James Bond](https://acabbello.com/bond-james-bond/) - KESQ News Channel 3 A Cabbello is gearing up for their James Bond themed performance Program PDF Bond More Performances Broadway Lights the Way June 13, 2026 Read More » BRASILANOVA January 10, 2024 Read More » Keep Calm & Sing On 2.0 – Encore Edition November 13, 2023 Read More » One Night Only
- [Broadway Lights the Way](https://acabbello.com/broadway-lights-the-way/) - TICKETS: MARCH 25 Thank you for your support! TICKETS: APRIL 01 Tickets Going Fast! DON'T MISS OUR NEXT SHOW! Join A Cabbello, the desert’s premier men’s vocal ensemble for Broadway Lights the Way, a celebration of the power of musical theatre to reflect who we are and who we can be.Through Broadway’s inspiring songs and
- [Keep Calm & Sing On 2.0 - Encore Edition](https://acabbello.com/keep-calm-and-sing-on/) - Cheerio! Bust out the bangers and mash because ‘Bello is going Brit!' That’s right, we’re bringing the best of UK pop music to the heart of PSP.
- [Magical, Marvelous, Mizell! We’re Back in Our Happy Place](https://acabbello.com/magical-marvelous-mizell-were-back-in-our-happy-place/) - We love hitting the high notes, so let’s start the season with a celebratory THANK YOU. We want to express our immense gratitude to Mizell Center for helping us foundationally so we can flourish creatively. They value what we do and we cherish their support.Mizell Center will act as our board of directors, but we
- [November News & Notes from A Cabbello](https://acabbello.com/november-news-notes-from-a-cabbello-2/) - WHAT A NIGHT TO REMEMBER! Our sold out show at the Cascade Louge at the Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs was one for the books. The reviews are in and everyone had a fantastic time, whether on stage or off. THANK YOU for a night we'll never forget! Caring Fairy Dust Being grateful, we all
- [One Night Only](https://acabbello.com/one-night-only/) - One Night Only - October 18, 2023 Cascade Lounge, Agua Caliente Casino The Men of A Cabbello rocked the stage at the sold out Agua Caliente Cascade Lounge on the night of Wednesday October 18, 2023. This “Best of A Cabbello” show featured classic pop hits plus Broadway and film favorites presented as ensembles, duets
- [Creating Connections Newsletter - October 2023](https://acabbello.com/creating-connections-newsletter-october-2023/) - AGUA CALIENTE CASINO, PALM SPRINGS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18th Offering a musical kick-off to Modernism Week for the Cascade Lounge at Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs with their sizzling show ‘One Night Only’, A Cabbello presents their unique takes on not only familiar classic pop hits, but also Broadway and movie favorites. Come meet and hear
- [Giving Tuesday - Give The Gift of Connection](https://acabbello.com/giving-tuesday-give-the-gift-of-connection/)
- [We’re Still Here! A Tribute to the Musical Genius of Stephen Sondheim & Modern Broadway Composers](https://acabbello.com/were-still-here/) - KESQ News Channel 3 A Cabello discusses their musical encore performance of We're Still Here! PromoHome.TV Producer/Host Nicholas Snow spotlights A Cabbello as they rehearse for “We’re Still Here!” To be a visionary artist, the key is to be open to the journey and allow yourself to grow, change, adapt and find inspiration when different
- [It's Not Too Late to Make a MAJOR DIFFERENCE This Year](https://acabbello.com/make-a-major-difference/)
- [BRASILANOVA](https://acabbello.com/brasilanova/) - A Cabbello Presents Brasilanova Step into the enchanting world of Brasilanova, where the sultry smooth sounds of the Bossa Nova come alive in a unique and mesmerizing way, as presented by the acclaimed singing group A Cabbello.Join us for an unforgettable evening as A Cabbello takes center stage, weaving their harmonic tapestry through the velvety Step into the enchanting world of Brasilanova, where the sultry smooth sounds of the Bossa Nova come alive in a unique and mesmerizing way, as presented by the acclaimed singing group A Cabbello.
- [PROJECT CONNECT](https://acabbello.com/project-connect/) - Transforming lives through music, uniting communities, and combating loneliness one note at a time.
- [February News & Notes from A Cabbello](https://acabbello.com/february-2024-newsletter/) - THE WORD IS OUT AND TICKETS ARE SELLING FAST! Join us for an unforgettable evening as A Cabbello takes center stage, weaving their harmonic tapestry through the velvety melodies and gentle, swaying rhythms of the Bossa Nova. Get ready to be transported directly to the heart of Brazil, where every note tells a story and
- [BINGO, MUSIC, DRINKS ETHYLINA CANNE! SNEAK PEEK - BRASILANOVA SHOW](https://acabbello.com/bingo-at-the-roost/) - This St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th) join A Cabbello and Ethyline Canne for some fantastic fun that supports a fabulous cause – us!This is a popular event – we suggest calling ahead to reserve a table.Doors open at noon A Cabbello singing a Brasilanova sneak peek at 12:15Bingo to follow!Call 760-507-8495 and save a seat for
- [Brasilanova Photos - Cascade Lounge - Both Shows!](https://acabbello.com/brasilanova-photos-april17/) - April 17, 2024 April 24, 2024
- [December News & Notes from A Cabbello](https://acabbello.com/december-news-notes-from-a-cabbello/)
- [January News & Notes from A Cabbello](https://acabbello.com/january-2024-newsletter/) - Happy New YearAs we welcome 2024 we wish to extend our heartfelt gratitude for you--this inclusive and diverse community--and our amazing BelloGents, Board of..
- [September News & Notes from A Cabbello](https://acabbello.com/september-newsletter/) - SAVE THE DATE: NOVEMBER 20, 2024 Cheerio! Bust out the bangers and mash because ‘Bello is going Brit! That’s right, we’re bringing the best of UK pop music to the heart of PSP. Keep Calm and Sing On is our swinging seasonal program and it’s coming to the Cascade Lounge in Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs. Mark
- [February 2025 News and Notes](https://acabbello.com/february-2025-newsletter/)

## Pages

- [Home](https://acabbello.com/) - A Cabbello – is comprised of 16 uniquely talented singers that have auditioned and been selected for their exceptional voices and their performance qualities.
- [Next Performance: CA Dreamin'](https://acabbello.com/next-performance/) - DON'T MISS OUR NEXT SHOW! California Dreamin’: The SoCal Sound is a sun-soaked celebration of the music that defined the Southern California sound from the ’60s–’80s. Join A Cabbello as we open the doors on a new season, a new stage, and an unforgettable night of hit songs–all recorded in Southern California–at Revolution Stage Company.
- [The BelloGents](https://acabbello.com/the-bellogents/) - The BelloGents A Cabbello is comprised of uniquely talented singers that have auditioned and been selected for their exceptional voices and their performance qualities. Take a few minutes and enjoy getting to know these beautiful men, our BelloGents, who volunteer to share their time and talents with you and our desert oasis community. Click on photo
- [Community Outreach](https://acabbello.com/outreach/) - A Cabbello is Proud to Present More connected lives = More connected society Transforming lives through music, uniting communities, and combating loneliness one note at a time. "We believe that music has the incredible ability to transcend barriers and connect people in ways that words often cannot. With Project Connect, we are committed to making
- [Privacy Policy](https://acabbello.com/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Suggested text: Our website address is: https://acabbello.com Comments Suggested text: When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a
- [Contact Us](https://acabbello.com/contact-us/) - Have a question?Want to sponsor or support A Cabbello? Looking for information about how to audition? Contact us using the form below. Name Email Message Send Looking to join our mailing list? Use this form: Email Address* FIRST NAME* LAST NAME
- [Artistic Team](https://acabbello.com/artistic-team/) - A Cabbello Artistic Team Meet our dynamic leadership team that serves them. Linda Moran’s path crossed with Rich Cook (our founding Artistic Director) and these phenomenal men in 2019. She began as our staging director and is thrilled and honored to accept the position of Artistic Director in 2022. Partnering with Kurt Kelley, an incredibly
- [Our History](https://acabbello.com/our-history/) - It's Bello With a "B"... A Cabbello – is comprised of 16 uniquely talented singers that have auditioned and been selected for their exceptional voices and their performance qualities. Take a few minutes and enjoy getting to know these beautiful men, our BelloGents, who volunteer to share their time and talents with you and our desert
- [California Dreamin](https://acabbello.com/california-dreamin/) - California Dreamin’: The SoCal Sound is a sun-soaked celebration of the music that defined the Southern California sound from the ’60s–’80s. Join A Cabbello as we open the doors on a new season, a new stage, and an unforgettable night of hit songs–all recorded in Southern California–at Revolution Stage Company. Featuring iconic hits like “Ventura
- [Alt-Home](https://acabbello.com/alt-home/)
- [Support](https://acabbello.com/support/) - DONATE TO SUPPORT A CABBELLO A Cabbello is proud to assume residence at Mizell Center.This partnership allows A Cabbello to focus exclusively on artistic creativity and performance whilebenefitting from Mizell’s non-profit management expertise, fiscal accountability and administrativeinfrastructure. With this strong foundation in place, A Cabbello will continue to produce exceptionalmusical performances and concerts that enrich
- [pop up test](https://acabbello.com/pop-up-test/) - Click here to test donation form
- [RSVP MIZELL](https://acabbello.com/rsvp-mizell/) - SORRY, NO MORE SEATS ARE AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME!
- [Videos](https://acabbello.com/videos/) - Playlist A Cabbello- Keep Calm & Sing On 2.0 promo 0:55 A Cabbello - Imagine, Nov 20, 2024 2:28 A Cabbello - Fields of Gold, Nov 20, 2024 3:53 Brazilanova sizzle reel 2:39 A Cabbello Sizzle Reel 3:08 Mas Que Nada Cabello 3:00 A Cabbello - The fool on the hill 3:14 A Cabbello Project
- [SMILE](https://acabbello.com/smile/) - Smile though your heart is achingSmile even though it's breakingWhen there are clouds in the sky, you'll get byIf you smile through your fear and sorrowSmile and maybe tomorrowYou'll see the sun come shining through for you Light up your face with gladnessHide every trace of sadnessAlthough a tear may be ever so near
- [Digital Program](https://acabbello.com/kcso-digital-program/) - Cheerio! Bust out the bangers and mash because ‘Bello is going Brit! That’s right, we’re bringing the best of UK pop music to the heart of PSP. Keep Calm and Sing On is our swinging seasonal program and it’s coming to the Cascade Lounge in Agua Caliente Casino Palm Springs. This show represents the ABCs of
- [Make a Donation](https://acabbello.com/donate/) - [donate-with-info]
- [mailing list](https://acabbello.com/mailing-list/)
- [News](https://acabbello.com/news/) - The Latest News Magical, Marvelous, Mizell! We’re Back in Our Happy Place Read More » October 8, 2025 February 2025 News and Notes Read More » February 11, 2025 December News & Notes from A Cabbello Read More » December 4, 2024 September News & Notes from A Cabbello Read More » September 3, 2024
- [Media Relations](https://acabbello.com/media/) - A Cabbello Media Relations.
- [Past Performances](https://acabbello.com/past-performances/) - Past Performance Broadway Lights the Way Read More » June 13, 2026 No Comments Past Performance BRASILANOVA Read More » January 10, 2024 No Comments Past Performance Keep Calm & Sing On 2.0 – Encore Edition Read More » November 13, 2023 No Comments Past Performance One Night Only Read More » October 19, 2023
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## Team

- [Rick Elander](https://acabbello.com/team/rick-elander/) - Born and raised in Yakima Washington on the family apple farm where the love of music, singing and accordion playing was an integral part of everyday life. What began as family fun and neighborly en-tertainment at local talent shows grew into The Elander Family Singers. Rick and his sister sang two-part harmony, along with his
- [Larry Todd (LT) Cousineau](https://acabbello.com/team/larry-todd-lt-cousineau/) - LT Cousineau moved full-time to the valley in 2022. He was most recently seen at Revolution Stage Company in RENT and in his original cabaret shows Songs from My Holiday Closet and Much Too Gay Cabaret. He'll also appear in Sondheim's Assassins at RSC in January 2025. Previous local credits include RENT and Brigadoon at Palm Canyon Theatre and Nuncrackers at Desert Theatreworks. Other credits: The
- [Alan Denny *](https://acabbello.com/team/alan-denny/) - Alan has fed his performing soul traveling the U.S. and Europe in musical comedies and classical performances. Discovering laughter at an early age is a powerful aphrodisiac. When playing a little tin soldier in his grade school Christmas play, he dropped his gun and the audience laughed, he was hooked. Being a Southern Baptist Minister's
- [Michael Valley](https://acabbello.com/team/michael-valley/) - (bio coming soon)
- [Kim Halter](https://acabbello.com/team/kim-halter/) - I was fortunate enough to have careers that I loved that made going to work a real joy. Teaching music and tennis, performing and reffing hockey kept me healthy.
- [Vinny Cousineau](https://acabbello.com/team/vinny-cousineau/) - Hello! I'm Vinny, and I am thrilled to perform with A Cabbello! I grew up singing, playing music, and being a theater kid who also played tons of sports. In college I was in a 12-man a cappella group (and I was the music director for three of those years), and during my first 18
- [Kurt Kelley](https://acabbello.com/team/kurt-kelley/) - Kurt Kelley (Music Director/Conductor) is honored and delighted to lead this incredible group of men-some of the finest singers in the area. Since arriving in the desert in 2018 Kurt has sung and performed with A Cabbello, Desert Carolers, and the Palm Springs Gay Men’s Chorus. Previous professional singing experiences include The St. George Choral
- [Bill Spera](https://acabbello.com/team/bill-spera/) - Bill Spera recently moved to the Coachella Valley from the Boston area, where he performed regularly as a cabaret artist and singer/actor in a wide variety of revues, shows, and musicals. His most recent roles include Body in the original musical “Monsters” with Deertrees Theatre in Maine, Grandfather with the Boston Pops for their production
- [Mark Wienand](https://acabbello.com/team/mark-wienand/) - Instrumentalist by Day, vocalist by night, Mark has been involved in music since he was old enough to sit up. His grandmother was an Opera singer and shared her gifts and “pointers” graciously. At the age 3, he heard a siren go by the house. He ran to the piano and started improvising a song
- [Darryl Kozak *](https://acabbello.com/team/darryl-kozak/) - Darryl's heart has always been full of music. Two things get him up in the morning, God and Music. He has performed extensively in concert halls and churches as a soloist in demand throughout Southern California, New York City, Chicago, San Francisco, New Orleans, and several European countries. Serving others as a Life Coach and
- [Amarin (Niki) Ratanarat](https://acabbello.com/team/amarin-ratanarat/) - Amarin (Niki) Ratanarat was born in Bangkok. Although he graduated university as an engineer, his passion was always music and theater. From early stage roles in Peter Pan and singing ensemble harmony in live music venues, he went on to post-graduate classical music studies; composing and singing theme songs for TV series; recording an original
- [Linda Moran](https://acabbello.com/team/linda-moran/) - Linda’s artistic journey began in her teens, dancing as Mary Poppins in Disneyland parades, performing the can-can at Knott’s Berry Farm, and appearing as a regular on American Bandstand, all while actively participating in community theatre. She honed her performance skills as one of the elite Bluebell Showgirls in Don Arden’s Hallelujah Hollywood at the MGM Grand
- [Cameron Merrihew](https://acabbello.com/team/cameron-merrihew/) - Cameron is delighted to be back performing with his fellow BelloGents. He grew up in the desert and has performed in a multitude of local musical theater productions. Notable roles include Miles Gloriosus (A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum), Cinderella’s Prince/Wolf (Into the Woods), El Gallo (The Fantasticks), and Brad Majors
- [Masio Winston](https://acabbello.com/team/masio-winston/) - I have been living in the desert for 16 years. I am coming back to the stage after taking a twenty-year break. I used to perform in groups as a child and all through high school and college. Some of my favorite roles and shows include: Miles Gloriossus in A Funny Thing Happened on the
- [Frank Racina](https://acabbello.com/team/frank-racina/) - Frank and his husband have recently moved to the desert from New York City. A college audition with a friend marked the beginning of Franks show business career. His friend dared him to go up and audition…and he did. To his surprise,this landed him the lead role of J. Pierpont Finch in “How To Succeed
- [Kyle R Taylor](https://acabbello.com/team/kyle-singer/) - Kyle R Taylor has been involved in the art community since 1979. Beginning in early 1980 Kyle was general manager of The Bethune Ballet in Los Angeles, CA. He was founding member of Arpeggio Dance Co. in LA and Todd Rosenlieb Dance company and school in Virginia. In 2010, Kyle became a member of Palm
- [Evan Boomer](https://acabbello.com/team/evan-boomer/) - Music fills Evan's life whether sharing with his incredible husband and 4 fantastic kids, helping his 5th grade students find their own creative path, through fellowship and court or lifting you up in our audience. As a San Francisco Bay Area native, he received his BA in Theater Arts from California State East Bay before
- [David Carlson](https://acabbello.com/team/david-carlson/) - One afternoon Kurt Kelley was walking in his favorite Palm Springs neighborhood, when he heard a bass voice coming from one of the houses. He knocked and David answered, clearly emerging from a shower. Kurt inquired, "Was that you singing?" “Yes, in my shower.” "Well, it's time you came out of the shower and into a 16-man
- [Rich Cook](https://acabbello.com/team/rich-cook/) - ​Rich Cook, Founding Artistic Director (2016-2021) – Rich is an ASCAP/BMI composer of major works, individual songs and hymns with several major publishing companies. His background includes serving as Composer in Residence, musical director, conductor, TV Show host, and producer of concerts and musical productions in arenas and theaters in the US, Europe, Latin America,
- [Chip Prince](https://acabbello.com/team/chip-prince/) - Chip Prince is happy to return to his Palm Springs home after 22 years “doing the Broadway thing” in New York City and on tour. He served as Associate Conductor on the National Tour of Newsies and played piano for the Broadway HD video. Originally from New Hampshire, Chip attended Brigham Young University in Utah
- [Kevin Casey](https://acabbello.com/team/kevin-casey/) - Kevin was one of those guys always sitting at the karaoke show just listening to everyone else sing. He finally found his voice (and courage) in his late 30’s - now just try to keep him away from that microphone and a great Elton John song! After growing up and living in the Los Angeles
- [Daniel Stewart](https://acabbello.com/team/daniel-stewart/) - Daniel’s love of singing and playing piano was encouraged by his musical mother and fostered growing up in the Baptist Church. After earning a double Associates Degree in Music and Vocal Performance, life got in the way and a long period of no singing ensured. His interests in electronic music and collecting electronic equipment and

## Categories

- [News](https://acabbello.com/category/news/)
- [Past Performance](https://acabbello.com/category/past-performance/)
- [Gallery](https://acabbello.com/category/gallery/)

## Designations

- [Bass](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/bass/)
- [Baritone](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/baritone/)
- [Tenor 2](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/tenor-2/)
- [Tenor 1](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/tenor-1/)
- [Artistic Director](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/artistic-director/)
- [Music Director/Conductor](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/music-director-conductor/)
- [Principal Accompanist](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/principal-accompanist/)
- [Founding Artistic Director (2016-2021)](https://acabbello.com/team_designation/founding-artistic-director-2016-2021/)

## Department

- [Singers](https://acabbello.com/team_department/singers/)
- [Creative Team](https://acabbello.com/team_department/creative/)
- [Leave of Absence](https://acabbello.com/team_department/leave/)