Steppin Out Bio / Information

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L to R: John Henry Langley, Tom Sitaro, Doug Jones , Darlene Leclerc, Troy Slocum & Gene Tortorici

Steppin’ Out is a six piece band * consisting of a female vocalist, bass, sax, drums, guitar and keyboards.
Steppin’ Out has been together for 14 years, and played extensively throughout the northeast region.
Years of experience performing live insure strong performances both by the vocalists and musicians.
All the musicians are full time professionals with extensive club, private function and recording studio experience.
The band has developed a reputation as one of the regions most popular, entertaining and professional bands.
Please take a moment to read the client list and the unsolicited letters of thanks from past clients.
The music covered by the group includes selections from the 40’s through to today. (See Song list)
A strong emphasis is directed toward the bi hits of the “Party/Dance” material. We try to get to all the
music types, classics from every decade, rock and roll, motown, and progressive contemporary or dance music;
the band supports the public’s varied musical interests.

The band has performed throughout the northeast including New York and northern New Jersey.
Steppin Out‘s schedule includes engagements ranging from, corporate events, weddings, festivals and clubs.
The band owns and operates a professional sound system, lights and other production insuring a consistent quality show.

To make sure the music never stops Steppin’ Out maintains a “DJ” collection of the most requested songs,
which they play on their breaks. There will never be any "down time" cause there’s always music playing at
your party or event. If requested the band offers non-stop band-music for your event. "DJ" like services are
also available for cocktail / social hour, breaks and post band performance.

* The band can be augmented with additional horn players if requested.

	Darlene Leclerc: Is the female vocalist and front-person of the band. Her powerful voice coupled with her enthusiastic and energetic performances have made “Steppin Out” known as great party band. Her infectious enthusiasm always gets people on their feet.
Doug Jones: Is a much-heralded saxophonist from the greater New England area. A truly gifted soloist, he brings excitement to the bands performances. He has two solo CD releases of original smooth jazz, "Heart and Soul" and "Shades Of Gray" . Both CD’s are currently getting wide spread airplay in the New England market. A winner of the Hartford Advocate's "Best Horn Player “ award. Doug has performered at "The Greater Hartford Festival Of Jazz" and opened for, Tower Of Power, Marion Meadows, Van Morrison, Pat Benatar, The Outlaws, Atlantic Rhythm Section, Paul Butterfield and Rick Danko, Marion Meadows, Robert Cray, Ronnie Montrose.
	Tommy Sitaro: Bassist and lead vocalist for the band. Tommy is our blue-eyed soul man. He has respected vetreana musician. Beginning in his early teens he played for Curtis Lee of the Drifters, John Hall of Orleans, members of the Fabulous Rhinestone and Felix Cavaliere of the Young Rascals. He also has extensive ecording experience with numerous local artists as well as singing credits on and national commercials. His lead vocals and bass playing have also been featured in many local bands including Foxfire, Mr. Big, and Bates Motel.
Gene Tortorici: Is the drummer & vocalist of the band. A gifted drummer and singer. He’s a music graduate of Central Connecticut University. A much sought after performer, Gene has performed in many of the regions top bands: Valhalla, Jet, The Naturals, Foxfire, Hip Pocket, CLC. His singing and driving drum grooves make you want to rock to your favorite songs.
	Troy Slocum: The keyboardist for ‘Steppin Out” attended Berklee Music College. He's lived and worked in Boston, Chicago and now here in New England . A talented keybaordist and vocalist and the "designated engineer" of the band.
John Henry Langley: John is regarded by many as one of the best vocalist/guitarist in the New England region. JHL has performed with many of the top acts on the east coast. From the classic Motown to the Hip Hop of today John delivers performances that are truly remarkable. Be sure to check out his soon to be released CD "Double Booked".