THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: Live at Le Capitole

On May 22nd, 2009, The Directors Showband performed for the Montreal English school board at le Capitole in Quebec City. With its nostalgic 40's decor and lush round booths, Le Capitole is the perfect venue for any corporate event. Warm candelabras light the room creating an aura of charm, warmth and mystique. Not to mention their highly capable and professional staff and sound engineers and stage hands.

The evening began with a mind blowing aerialist performance.

The Directors Showband played an entertaining show of their classic big band sounds and romantic ballads which caught the crowd's attention from the getgo and kept them captivated all night long.

The Directors are known for their high level of talent and value of entertainment.

Their show is never stale and always up to date with the best in music and dance.

Tony Picciuto, lead singer for The Directors Showband, croons the best of Frank and Buble and his versatility puts him in a league of his own. From Bocelli to Bon Jovi, Kanye West to Coldplay, Picciuto can do anything and everything.

The band has been noted by many as probably one of the tightest groups in Montreal.Their ability to change song selections on a dime shows why The Directors are adaptable to any audience.

It clearly shows that this band loves what they do.It is also apparent that the audience loves it as much as they do.

The Directors female vocalist/entertainer, and Tony's partner, Randi Katz, adds an extra spice to the band with shining stage presence, character and mesmerizing vocal technique.

Also versatile, she sings out melodies from the 40's straight through till the hits of today.

With their onstage chemistry , unparalleled showmanship and strong character, it's no wonder why Picciuto and Katz are the most sought after duo in Montreal.

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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: A Celebration of Life

Once again, this year, The Directors Showband were the chosen entertainment for the 11th annual "Celebration of life" awards event, held at Le Crystal.
The event, headed by Rosa Shields and the organ Transplants committee at the Royal Victoria, raised funds for those in need and those already receiving care in the research and development of transplant operations.
This event honored the doctors and specialists who, everyday, dedicate their lives to saving others.
For more information on the organization and/or how to make a donation click here.
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The event was a fundraising success and had a huge turnout of staff, patrons and patients.
Guests were up and dancing the entire evening.

The Directors Showband displayed their many colors to their attentive audience.

Tony could not help but have one dance with Rosa Shields.
This year, the cha cha cha.

The Directors are eager to please any discenrning audience member , no matter how old or even how young.
There is something for everyone in The Directors repertoire.
Certainly, no one ever goes home feeling let down.


The Directors Showband would like to thank Rosa Shields and the entire board for the Organ Transplants committee. It is always a pleasure to perform for your audience and we sincerely appreciate the opportunity to help in any way we can to support your cause.
We look forward to any future opportunities to share our support.
Thanks also to Johnny and all of his staff at le Crystal.

Sincerely,

The Directors Showband.

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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: Fondation Farha: Maskarade 2009 - Taking off the masks

The Farha Foundation for Aids awareness had their 10th annual fundraiser entitled MASKARADE.
This year's efforts helped to raise over $250,000 to assist the Farha Foundation in helping the 20,000 men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS in Quebec.

MASKARADE recreated a night of glamour and mystery with black and white attire and everyone in masks, based on Truman Capote's famous 1966 masked ball at the Plaza in New York.

Over 75 world renowned designers, artists, interior designers and celebrities had been commissioned to design masks exclusively for the event, including Michael Kors, Philippe Dubuc, Kenneth Cole, Joe Fresh, Corno, Perez Hilton, Bulgari, Cole Haan, Jully Black, Anouk Meunier, Pink Tartan, Andy The-Anh, Elisabetta Fantone, Glen Baxter, Lutz-Patmos, to name a few.
These masks were sold in auction.

Patrons were treated to live performances by Juno Award winner and Etalk correspondant Jully Black and DJ's Patrick Guay, Stefane Lippe and Stephane Grondin along with Montreal's own Directors Showband.
(Below: Jully Black performing with The Directors Showband. )

The incomparable Ms. Black performed her Juno award winning song "Seven Day Fool" along with her chart topping "Until I stay", "At Last" by Etta James and another song from her latest album entitled
" Queen".
Jully's performance was mezmerizing.
She certainly is the new "Queen" of soul.
(below: Tony and Randi with Jully Black and her talented back up vocalists)


Many sponsors helped to make the event successful.
Coordinating the event was event award winners "Atmosphere Communications and Events" along with Simon Tooley and the Farha Family, heading the Farha foundation.

The evening began with Justin Trudeau who eloquently spoke of his feelings for the awareness of Aids followed by Sonia Benezra who was the perfect Mc for the evening.
We love you Sonia!!
(Below are: Tony, Sonia Benezra and Randi.)

The Directors Showband dazzled the crowd and kept them on their feet all night long.


A Special performance by "Sheena" followed ...

The Directors Showband would like to thank Evelyn Farha and all of the Farha Foundation committee members including Simon Tooley, Jason Katz of Atmosp(here) and Barry Garber and Angela at IMC Management. Randi would personally like to thank Michael Kors for their generosity and Ice.com (Delmar ) for the loan on the beautiful dimaonds she was wearing.
She truly did feel like a million dollars.....

We are thrilled and honored to have been a part of the foundation's success.
We look forward to future endeavors.

sincerely,

The Directors Showband
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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: Nadia is 40-won!

Nadia Saputo celebrated in high style, her 41st birthday on February 14th, 2009.
The event took place at the Sheraton Laval.
It was a special celebration and a well deserved stylish set up for the event.
Months of planning went into the look and concept of the event and all of Nadia's B.F.F.'s and family were there to support.

The Directors Showband were the chosen band for the event and delivered a usual all star performance .

The REAL star of the night was Nadia who surprised her guests with her many talents and unbelievable videos shot and edited by Chris James at Dekade Films.


It was the close knit family who were next to surprise Nadia.

Nadia's children prepared a killer dance routine.


Nadia's brother, Joey, laid out the top 10 in Nadia's honour.


Lino and Lea serenaded her with a beautiful rendition of Michael Buble and Nelly Furtado's "Quando Quando".

There were so many elements which made the party a slamming success thanks to all of Nadia's hard work along with Showtime Entertainment.
You really did have to be there....
The Directors Showband would like to thank Nadia and Showtime Entertainment along with the Sheraton Laval.
Definitely a Top 10 front running event.

sincerely,

The Directors Showband.
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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
www.thedirectors.ca

THE DIRECTORS SHOWBAND: Winter weddingland

Most Jewish weddings take place on Sunday evenings. The reason for this being, that most Saturdays throughout the year, The Sabbath ends later and the sun only goes down at a later hour.
One great reason to be married in the late winter months...no one has to work the next day and the party can go much longer.

Jonothan and Amy signed the "Ketubah" (the Jewish contract of marriage) on Saturday January , 10th, at the Shaare Zion Synagogue.
Officially then declared husband and wife !

Amy, who was not from a Jewish background, had close friends and relatives travel all the way from England to join her in the hora and celebrations.

The Taylor family had no problems following along while the Morton family and pulled out all the stops, showing their new family exactly how it was done.

It is customary to raise the honoree and his or her family members on a chair during the hora.
Scary it might be, but truly an honor.

Mr.Taylor surely got a good feel for what it was like all the way at the top.
For a first timer, we think he handled it brilliantly!

The Directors Showband have been given accolades by some of the most well known Rabbis in Montreal regarding their version of the Jewish Horas.

Jonothan's brother was next to deliver the blessing on the wine and bread which began the meal ...

During the meal, a few were chosen to provide heartwarming speeches to the newlyweds.

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Amy danced with her father to Elton John's classic "Your song".


Jonothan danced with his mother to the chosen song " The man you've become" by Molly Pasutti.

It was then time for what every Jewish parent looks forward to once the last child has been married off.
The customary "Mezinka".
This is the time of the evening when the parents who have now married off their last child are honored by all .
This custom signifies the circle of life, which has come to a symbolic end and will now continue on to the next generation.
Truly a blessing in Jewish tradition.

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The Directors Showband have never been ones to shy away from connecting with the audience.
In fact, anyone is welcome to join them onstage.

Manny, from the synagogue Shaar Zion joins in with The Directors' already high calibre horn section giving an extra punch to the overall sound of the band.

No one should ever feel intimidated to come up and show their stuff.


The Directors will only finish their performance once the last guest leaves.
They are also known for taking very few breaks which keeps the party roaring and in this case was 2 a.m.
Not a problem for The Directors.
It's obvious that they love what they do and this can be proven through the faces of their audience members.

The Directors Showband would like to thank The Morton and Taylor families for showing them a great time. Thank you to Manny and the entire Shaare Zion Synagogue. It is always a pleasure to perform in your establishment.

מזל טוב

Sincerely,

The Directors Showband
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If you would like to book The Directors
Call Tony: 514.926.4426
Email: thedirectors@sympatico.ca

Official Website
http://www.thedirectors.ca/