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Desmond and Molly
- Cleveland, OH
- Oldies Music
- Travels up to 60 miles
- $125 and up.
Overview
Music:
Remember the 60's... with peace signs, Nehru jackets and flower power? Let "Desmond & Molly" take you back to this colorful and expressive era. They are a talented and energetic duo who creatively sing the timeless and popular music of the 60's and 70’s, including the Beatles. Guitar, keyboard and incredible harmonies will have you tapping your toes and singing along. We are available days and evenings.
Travel/Photography presentations:
Join professional photographer, Alan Studt and Gale Franko, as they travel to amazing places both here and abroad. Beautiful photography, live music and humor blend for an enjoyable experience. Show times range from 45-75 minutes.
10 Reviews
Desmond and Molly did a great job. They were very professional, highly organized and flexible. They demonstrated a caring attitude to key parts of our event and tailored their show to fit the flow of our event very well. Highly recommend folks check them out for events you have coming up. GOD bless!
Oldies Music, 1960s Era Entertainment
Response from Desmond and Molly:
Thank you for the kind words. It was a real joy to be part of your family's celebration!
Our work in a skilled nursing facility, and our residents love them! This was the second time we had them, and I have already had residents asking if they will be back! Both are great but Molly is just so good with the residents on top of the talent that they both have!
1960s Era Entertainment
They did an amazing job and everyone of the residents said they were the “best live band” that had performed at the Rockport Community. Thank you so much for being kind and professional!!!
Oldies Music
Desmond and Molly were a fun duo at our skilled care facility. Molly was amazing with the residents, and everyone had a great time.
1960s Era Entertainment
Very good!!
1960s Era Entertainment
residents loved them.
1960s Era Entertainment, Oldies Music
If I ever need a band again we would definitley rehire. Music was great, sweet people, performance was fun.
Oldies Music
They did a great job. The residents at the nursing home loved them!
Oldies Music
Desmond and Molly have been playing at the Frostville Museum Summer Farmers Market in North Olmsted, once a month for the past several years. All of our customers, vendors and volunteers love their upbeat, fun music. It’s always a joy to have them there.
1960s Era Entertainment
Booking Info
Price Range: $125 and up.
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
Remember the 60's... with peace signs, Nehru jackets and flower power? Let "Desmond & Molly" take you back to this colorful and expressive era. They are a talented and energetic duo who creatively sing the timeless and popular music of the 60's, including the Beatles (also lots of 70's, some 50's and a little county). Over the years "Desmond & Molly" have amassed a repertoire that is sure to please your audience. Visually, you will see as much "hippie-ness" that they can fit into the space, including colorful clothes, tie-dye rugs, and strings of beads hanging from their paisley covered music stands.
You'll hear a rich blend of sound where guitar, keyboard and incredible harmonies create the music you love to sing along with.
Adaptable to any venue...
• A lively performance for your picnic, festival, home party or corporate event
• A mellow background for your company dinner or outdoor patio
• A more casual and interactive atmosphere for restaurants/wineries/breweries
Easy to work with, you'll find "Desmond & Molly" professional and dependable.
About
Alan is a graduate of the Art Institute of Pittsburgh.
He worked as the Art Director at WUAB Channel 43 and an Internet Development & Marketing company. He was also the Lead Web Designer for an online catalog sales company.
Upper Deck commissioned him to produce over 100 illustrations used on basketball trading cards & commemorative sheets for Heroes of Baseball, NBA All-Star Weekend & various other events. His paintings have also appeared in various Beckett Publications over 40 times.
Alan’s artwork was used 2 seasons for Cleveland Cavaliers tickets, game program covers and facility banners.
Freelance work included illustrating the commemorative painting for the 25th Iron Man triathlon in Hawaii.
One of Alan’s photographs is in a permanent exhibit in Alaska’s Kenai Fjords National Park visitor center.
Gale graduated from Baldwin Wallace College with a B.A. in education. She went on to receive her degree as a registered nurse. She worked in ICU, nursing supervision, and Case Management. She is also a lifeguard at the YMCA and a processor/retailer at the Chagrin Valley Hemp Company.
She is co-host of Channel 3’s “In The Sky”, with a doctor of planetary astronomy, and records 3-4 shows/month.
Gale is the music arranger for 2 bands.
They met when Gale's girl band was looking for a guitar player and have now sung together for over 20 years. The duo now has the good fortune to be in 2 wonderful singing groups with great friends. Some of their gigs have included: Beatles festivals in Cleveland, Washington D.C. and Louisville, KY.; also Ferrante Winery, Debonne Vineyards, Bratenanl Yacht Club, the Parma Rib and Rock and the Tall Ships Festival.
They own 3 telescopes and are members of the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association.
As frequent travelers, they have their next trip planned before unpacking their suitcases. Their amazing travel/photography presentations always have rave reviews. As one audience member put it, “Alan’s pictures are so beautiful that I could have every one framed and hung on my walls”.
They enjoy nature and hiking and have a huge organic vegetable and flower garden in their backyard.
Alan and Gale wish they had more than 24 hours in a day to “get it all in”!
Additional Booking Notes
For musical shows, we have our own sound equipment and are prepared for both small and larger venues.
For travel/photography presentations, we have our own projector and screen if needed.
Upcoming Booked Events
November 22, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | IX Christmas Connection |
November 23, 2024 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | CLE Urban Winery |
December 17, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Vitalia Rockside |
December 18, 2024 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Event |
December 19, 2024 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Private event |
December 30, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | New Year's Party |
Past Booked Events
November 07, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
October 12, 2024 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
September 28, 2024 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | Grand Opening |
September 14, 2024 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
September 07, 2024 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Birthday Party |
September 07, 2024 • 10:00am - 3:00pm | Frostville Farmers Market |
September 05, 2024 • 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Seven Hills Farmer's Market |
August 30, 2024 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Private Event |
August 26, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Private Event |
August 17, 2024 • 6:00pm - 11:00pm | Synergy CLE Urban Winery |
August 10, 2024 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
July 18, 2024 • 3:00pm - 8:00pm | Seven Hills Farmer's Market |
July 18, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
July 13, 2024 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
July 03, 2024 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Personal Occasion |
June 20, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
June 19, 2024 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
June 14, 2024 • 1:30pm - 4:00pm | Private event |
June 07, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
June 01, 2024 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
May 18, 2024 • 3:00pm - 5:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
May 04, 2024 • 9:00am - 2:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
March 15, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
March 08, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Private event |
March 04, 2024 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Private Event |
February 23, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private event |
February 22, 2024 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Private event |
February 20, 2024 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Private event |
February 06, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Private event |
January 26, 2024 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Retirement Community Event |
January 18, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
January 10, 2024 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Weekly/Recurring Performance |
January 10, 2024 • 1:30pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
December 31, 2023 • 11:00am - 12:00pm | New Year's Party |
December 18, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Event |
December 11, 2023 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Private Event |
December 11, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Private Event |
December 11, 2023 • 8:00am - 9:00am | Private Event |
December 09, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
December 08, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private Event |
December 08, 2023 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Private Event |
November 24, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
November 14, 2023 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Private Event |
November 06, 2023 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Private Event |
November 03, 2023 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | House Party |
October 14, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
October 12, 2023 • 4:00pm - 8:00pm | Private Event - Garfield Heights |
September 30, 2023 • All-day event | Komen Pink Walk |
September 28, 2023 • 4:00pm - 4:45pm | House Party |
September 22, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
September 02, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
August 30, 2023 • 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Private Event |
August 23, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Little Birdie Wine Nest |
August 19, 2023 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
August 15, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Private Event |
August 05, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
August 02, 2023 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Private Event |
July 22, 2023 • 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
July 21, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Cork & Barrel Wine Bar |
July 09, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Private Event |
July 03, 2023 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | Private Event |
July 03, 2023 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Private Event |
July 01, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
June 30, 2023 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Birthday Party |
June 27, 2023 • 2:30pm - 3:30pm | Private Event |
June 23, 2023 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Private Event |
June 21, 2023 • 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Little Birdie Wine Nest |
June 17, 2023 • 10:00am - 1:00pm | Frostville Farmer's Market |
June 12, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Ice Cream Social |
Set List
A sample set list...
1. A Hard Day’s Night
2. Act Naturally
3. All My Lovin
4. Amy
5. Bad Moon Rising
6. Blowin' in the Wind
7. Brown Eyed Girl
8. Bye Bye Love
9. Can’t Buy Me Love
10. Chains
11. Daydream
12. Don’t Think Twice It's Alright
13. Eight Days a Week
14. 5 O’clock World
15. Flower Girl
16. From Me to You
17. Green Tambourine
18. Happy Together
19. Have You Ever Seen the Rain
20. Hello Mary Lou
21. I Don’t Want to Spoil the Party
22. If
23. I Fought the Law
24. I Got You Babe
25. I’ll Cry Instead
26. I’m a Believer
27. It’s Only Love
28. Last Train to Clarksville
29. Let’s Get Away From it All
30. Little Red Riding Hood
31. Love is a Rose
32. Margaritaville
33. Me and Julio
34. Norwegian Wood
35. One Toke Over the Line
36. Puff, the Magic Dragon
37. Runaway
38. San Francisco
39. Signs
40. Sweet Caroline
41. The Kids are Alright
42. There’s a Place
43. Things We Said Today
44. Twist and Shout
45. Two of Us
46. Wagon Wheel
47. Wake Up Little Susie
Influences & Inspiration
The Beatles, Eagles, Mamas and Papas, Bob Dylan, Crosby Stills Nash & Young...
Setup Requirements
None. We have all our own equipment.