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About Us
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David Conley • Band Director & Leader/Vocals/Guitar |
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Dave's love and gift for music was apparent as a
young boy performing in Gospel church. Dave studied
piano, guitar and trumpet and spent time developing his
own natural vocal tone. For many years Dave was a member
of several original music acts and as a studio vocalist
before embarking on his "professional" music career on
cruise ships. This gave Dave the ability to develop his
knowledge of different styles of music while
entertaining people of all ages. Back in South Florida
Dave has spent the last 10 years creating and performing
in his popular bands - Element, Surf Dudes and Unity and
has established himself as one of the most talented,
versatile and professional band leaders in the industry.
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John Camacho • Co-Leader/Vocals/Keyboard |
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Coming soon... |
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Jordan Welch • Co
Leader/Drums |
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Coming soon. |
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Emily Cavinee • Vocals |
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Born and raised in Florida, Emily discovered her
voice at the age of 12. Growing up her talent won her
competitions and the adoration of her local community.
Professionally, Emily became the "Wedding Singer" for
the western communities and this path led her to Dave
Conley. She has been singing with Dave for 5 years at
resorts, weddings and corporate functions all over the
South Florida area and Bahamas.
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Kerrie Roberts • Vocals |
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Born in Ohio into a very musical family, Kerrie grew up
singing in church her whole life and continued
performing in highschool, pursuing mostly musical
theater. She graduated with a degree in Studio Music
and Jazz Vocal Performance from the prestigious
University of Miami. She has toured the world as a
background singer and continues her personal career
through writing and recording in the studio. Kerrie is
very happy to be a part of Element.
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Steve
Dupree • Drums |
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As a drummer, originally from New York
Steve Dupree was signed to a band with Tommy Boy Records
(Everlast, Day La Sol, TKA) and recorded with producers
who worked with Jessica Simpson, Stevie Nicks, Cher, and
Belinda Carlile. Steve’s band opened for Fast
Ball, The Go Go’s, Eddie Bricalle, Flock of Seagulls,
and Berlin. After working on the reality TV show,
“30 Days Until I’m Famous” in 2006, Steve decided to
move to South Florida. As a drummer with Christ
Fellowship, one of the largest churches is the US, with
over 10,000 members and playing in a U2 tribute band,
now Steve is also proud to be a musician in
Element! |
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Tony Smith • Bass |
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Bassist Tony Smith
was born on the tropical island of St.Thomas in the
Virgin Islands. Growing up in an environment bursting
with rhythmic music and a colorful culture is an
experience that has given Tony a solid foundation on
which to develop a tremendously diverse vocabulary of
rhythmic styles. An early exposure to Calypso, Reggae,
Soca, and R&B can be considered a delicacy in the world
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Jean Caze
• Horn Leader/Trumpet |
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Jean Caze was born in Haiti and
began playing the trumpet at age nine. While in high
school, he performed live on NBC with the legendary rock
group Chicago. He earned his bachelor's degree from the
Manhattan School of Music and his master's degree from
Florida International University. Caze was the winner of
the 2006 International Trumpet Guild Jazz Competition
and the 2004 National Jazz Competition. He has played
with Herbie Hancock, Al Jarreau, and George Duke. Most
recently, Caze placed second in the 2007 Thelonious Monk
Competition. |
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Carla Sandgrove Conley • Administrative Director
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Born and raised in London, England Carla was destined
to be a performer. Trained as a professional dancer she
studied at one of the most prestigious performing arts
colleges under the guidance of top commercial and TV
choreographers, West End musical directors and renowned
and respected dance teachers. During her dance career
Carla has had the honor to perform at London Palladium,
Royal Albert Hall, Adelphi Theater and many more
theaters and venues across the country.
Dancing on cruise ships led to meeting Dave Conley and
the 2 have worked together ever since. After singing
with Dave for a few years Carla hung up her artist's hat
and now helps manage, develop and promote all the bands
of Dave Conley. She is also the owner/operator of a
successful talent agency, Talent & Entertainment
Company, bringing together both artistic and business
knowledge.
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