Artist description Dolly Rappaport's artistry and musicianship have attracted fans from around the globe. Based in the San Francisco Bay Area, Dolly released her first album, "Here to There"[1999], earning critical acclaim, numerous awards, and was the impetus and inspiration for her two subsequent albums. With a rare combination of an unforgettable voice, world-class saxophone, and masterful piano highlighting her live performance, Dolly's original songs glide easily across several genres including pop, rock, and jazz. As result of her unique blend of storytelling and spiritual harmony, Dolly has been blessed as well with a steady and loyal fan base, industry support, and a fantastic community of musicians, producers, and engineers. Joined by co-writer Mitch Rappaport, Dolly's catalogue [M&D Media/ ASCAP] has evolved to over 200 songs. Her 2003 calendar of events will include gigs throughout the States, plus a brand new album release, scheduled for late summer. The current gig and studio band formations include Dolly(vocals, piano, saxophones) and Mitch Rappaport(bass, guitar, keys), with Ron E. Beck (Tower of Power) on drums, a hit single recorded in duet with vocalist Tony Lindsay (Santana), Clifford Coulter (Bill Withers) on keys. Guitarist Mark Banning and Percussionist Candido Obajimi (Kotoja), both international recording artists, have recently joined studio sessions and live gigs.

Music Style soft rock, pop, rock, R&B

Musical Influences Steely Dan, Earth Wind and Fire, Carole King, Elton John

Similar Artists Sarah McLachlan, Tori Amos, Joan Osborne, Dar Williams, Joni Mitchell, Judie Tzuke, Enya, Carole King, Bonnie Raitt, Sheryl Crow,

Artist History Dolly and Mitch's music comes from real life and real dreams and real loves. Together they have penned over 100 songs together. Dolly's solo piano and vocals have been compared to Carole King and Tori Amos. They are both multi-instrumentalists. Dolly plays piano, sax, and sings; Mitch plays piano, guitar and bass. They are known to get together with some of the San Francisco Bay Area's finest talent and have "musical parties" in the recording studio to create music with pure intentions and motivations. Their sound is expansive covering many genres, yet so distinctive you will know right away that it is an "M&D" son

Group Members The core members are: Dolly Rappaport & Mitch Rappaport

Instruments Dolly Rappaport: piano, alto and soprano sax, vocals Mitch Rappaport:piano, bass, rhythm guitar

Albums Here to There, Dark Blue, Blue Tangerines, Be My Valentine

Press Reviews Here to There: Dolly is a great songwriter and Here to There displays that quite plainly. The lyrics are emotional and thought provoking. Give it a listen. Besonic Scout: switchrock Elissas Song: This song is about admiration for children and it is really beautiful. Harmonic melody and wonderful voice. Besonic Scout: Lorna Don't Worry: Gentleness without anxiety, expression but no exaggeration. A wonderful warm voice that bowled me over. Besonic Scout: Badly Smelling Socks Am I Dreamin'? This song wouldn't sound out of place on an Eagles album. But with a minimal piano accompaniment and a beautiful female vocal it's far too good for that . Besonic Scout: The New Underground Just listened to Am I Dreamin, and as i write this I'm starting it again. The kind of voice that you fall in love with immediately out of a dream. The song is excellent. Very cool melody and vocal line. Excellent song construction. A foundation you could build a house on. I can't find anything bad to say except it's not long enough. It ends too soon for me. Dolly you are great! Keep dreamin cause what you create into reality is what we need more of. I dont like intellectualising too much about music, especially music that appeals to me.....having said that, as a professional and trained musician, my taste in music naturally reflects a developed set of values and standards........I like this Singer, I like her song...I like this!...it hits me in the right spot....warms my heart and I'll say it again; "I Like it".....isnt that the indefinable thing that makes people buy records, isnt that the quality that we all should all have?.....Dolly has it. Another star! Piano and vocals of the highest quality, thoughtful lyrical content expressed with feeling. Reminds us a little of Carole King in the songwriting style - can't be bad! Dolly Rappaport is so amazing . . .Her keyboard playing is a little Joni Mitchell. . . A little Carole King, and she could give lessons to some of the gals on Majors today. . .for certain. Her singing style seems anchored in the folk tradition, but without any thick vibrato. Dolly's singing is pure,and right -on the pitch, as she questions the validity of the fairy-tale dreams we like to flirt with in life. The song itself is pure poetry and the chorus well-crafted . . .believe me Dolly, if I'm gonna' sprawl out over anyone's grand piano . . . hope its' yours! What a catchy hook in the chorus! I really like your singing Dolly. And let's not forget the lyrics in this song, they are really good. I will have to listen to your other songs! I think all her songs a very beautiful I really love ( My heart belongs to you), I sing at many weddings and this is just a perfect song. Its really well written , and Her singing well it can just make you tear up .... And I really love (Dont worry) very well done also,( oh how we can all relate) To this song I will for sure return to listen to more of her songs Am I Dreamin' This song reminded me a little of Brenda Russell's voice and writing style! ONE-derful!!! Loved the Great colorful lyrics - very creative!!! Dolly has a Beautiful voice and I really Love her tone*** This one made me The voice and piano are sooooooooo soothing - ahhhhhhhh! Both are 1st Rate* I first came across Dolly's music on another website, where I often found my own songs just behind her in the charts .. Dolly is a very talented singer songwriter and even saxophonist. I understand we'll be hearing more saxophone in forthcoming recordings. Hotel D'Space is one of my favourite pieces, I love the whistling intro and the lazy relaxed atmosphere described so well with the vocal. Hey Dolly, thanks for joining. I listened all your songs and enjoyed your piano/vocal tracks a lot. Thats simply the way these duetts should be done ! By accident I found the piano/vocal version of *Am I dreamin* on another server. You really should upload it here as well, this is a terrific song ! Great ARTist entry, we can't be far away from *mp3.com Best of vocals* station after listening you all ,-)

Location redwood city, CA - USA

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