Billy Rogan

Acclaimed guitarist and composer Billy Rogan returns to Palm Beach for a collaboration with Tracy Mozingo, choreographer of dance and former principal dancer to Ballet Florida, for a two-night concert, "REFLECTIONS". The performance will feature Rogan's original virtuosic modern guitar compositions set to Mozingo's dance choreography and will take place at The Palm Beaches Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. on April 1st and 2nd at 8PM. Grammy Award Winning guitarist/composer Al Petteway has called Rogan"a rare guitarist with a strong melodic sense, on track to becoming a pioneer of acoustic guitar." and Grammy Winning Americana Forefather, Bill Kirchen describes Rogan's guitar playing as "fearsome and dangerous picking". The production of "REFLECTIONS" includes students of Mr. Mozingo's careeras Director of Choreography at his former school, Palm Beach School of Dance, and current students at Precision Dance Conservatory in Green Acres, FL. Rogan and Mozingos' production also includes a special guest performanceby South Florida vocalist, Chloe Dolandis. Tickets for "REFLECTIONS": Modern Guitar Inspiring Contemporary Dance with Special Guest Chloe Dolandis, can be purchased by visiting the box officedirectly at 262 S. Ocean Blvd, Manalapan, Fl, calling (855)-728-8497 or online at www.palmbeachestheatre.org CRITICAL ACCLAIM FOR BILLY ROGAN:"Billy is a fearsome picker, although picker doesn't do justice to what he does with and to the guitar. Catch him live if at all possible, and see what one dangerous man armed only with a guitar can do"- Bill Kirchen, Grammy nominated guitarist singer/songwriter ofCommander Cody, referred to as the "The Titan of The Telecaster""Billy, I am floored by what you do. I had the pleasure of seeing Michael Hedges several times, meeting and talking with him. He was taken waybefore his time. You're carrying the torch brilliantly."- Eric Bazilian, Grammy winning singer/songwriter ("What if God Was One of Us")"If you like groove, percussion and a fresh take on the acoustic guitar listen to Billy Rogan. His influences range from Michael Hedgesto Ravi Shankar to the Grateful Dead... I like what he's into!"- Adam Rafferty, Acclaimed Guitarist/Composer/youtube sensationAbout Billy Rogan"Billy Rogan is one of those rare acoustic guitarists who is open to learning all styles and incorporating them into his original compositions. He is on trackto become one of the pioneers of acoustic guitar. His melodic sense is strong and he's not afraid to experiment with rhythms and textures."- Al Petteway, Grammy Winning Guitarist and Composer (to doc. filmscreated by Lifetime Emmy Award Winner, Ken Burns)Billy Rogan is a well-versed guitarist known mostly for his instrumental acousticwork whose influences include the styles and techniques of similar prominent guitarists such as Michael Hedges, Leo Kottke, Keller Williams and Kaki King. His shifting rhythms and melodies reflect a soulful and fiery connection conjured out through his battle hardened guitar in an all-encompassing execution of dramatic fingerstyle tap guitar and other aggressive hand techniques describedby Grammy nominated Americana forefather and Fender Telecaster guitar god, Bill Kirchen as, "Fearsome."Rogan's music has been featured on NPR, PBS, Sirius Radio as well as chosen for The American Society of Composers and Publishing (ASCAP) main web pagefor their highly-acclaimed "Audio Portrait" series, which gives listeners unique insight into the creative process, as told by the writers themselves. His solo acoustic technique has led him to work alongside acclaimed artists in the music industry, opening for Grammy nominated musicians such as jazz pianist Brad Mehldau, and most recently with David Knopfler of Dire Straits, "Titan of the Telecaster" and Americana Forefather, Bill Kirchen and "I Love You Always Forever" International hit Grammy winning songwriter and vocalist, Donna Lewis. Rogan first began traveling from his home state of PA to New York City, whereGood Morning America Producer, Brandon Bodow stated, "Billy’s original music isabsolutely captivating. As a producer for GMA, I have had the opportunity to workwith a variety of top musicians, but few can create such drama in their music.” Rogan honed his craft with prominent guitarists such as Al Petteway - Grammy-winning guitarist/composer for Emmy lifetime achievement winning director, KenBurns' documentaries, Tim Reynolds of The Dave Matthews Band, blues great Toby Walker, Patrick Sweany, Gospel Blues legend Spencer Bohren, popular ragtime/blues guitarist Roy Book Binder and New York City's open mic night scene, most notably Jim Caruso's Cast Party at The Birdland.The mesmerizing music and guitar performance abilities that Rogan creates is further described by The American Society of Composers and Publishing as"sweeping sounds of altered tunings with the drama of finger-tapping and otheraggressive hand techniques. The result is music that is evocative and atmospheric".Additional music and links:VIDEO/AUDIO LINKS:videohttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-gmVg2APo0 FOR ACOUSTIC DUO BOOKINGS VISIT:http://billyrogan.wix.com/ianflaniganduo"Steam Powered"https://soundcloud.com/billy-rogan/steam-poweredASCAP interview (audio)http://www.ascap.com/audioportraits/r/billy_rogan.aspxFEATURED MAJOR INTERVIEWS:Recent major feature interview in examiner.com for feature film:http://www.examiner.com/article/guitarist-pro-billy-rogan-talks-of-music-and-indie-film-project-hear-my-hearLuxe Beat Magazine:http://luxebeatmag.com/new-age-guitarist-billy-rogan-approaching-the-unconscious/