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BAND MEMBERS
Katie - Lead Vocal Katie is a sensational singer who loves being on stage and performing for an audience. She puts her heart and soul into every song. With a versatile, strong vocal technique and wide range, Katie performs a huge variety of songs with ease. From rock chick songs to ballads, blues and soulful tunes to jazz numbers. When people hear her sing they can't get enough. She also brings her own cheeky and energetic style to the stage - keeping the boys in the band in line and dancers on the dance floor. She's a natural on stage as a result of years of fronting covers bands as well as being a high school drama teacher with a degree in performing arts. Katie has been on stage since she was 10 and took vocal lessons before performing widely in her homeland of England. After migrating to Australia in 2005, Katie performed with an all-girl trio before being snapped up by The Tuners. She has also worked with several theatre companies both in England and Australia with major roles in Cabaret, Joseph, Cats, Me and My Girl, South Pacific, Irene and Oklahoma! Katie's large vocal range, energy and passion to perform makes her a dynamic entertainer for any occasion. Back to the topPaul Belford - Male Lead Vocal
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Back to the topFrank Peronace - Bass and Backing Vocal
Frank started out as the bass player in his school rock band and went on to play in various styles of bands including Rock, Jazz, Fusion, Funk and Blues. Music is his passion and he has performed with some great acts, both locally and overseas. Over the years, Frank has sought the advice and tuition of local bass greats, such as Yannis Bardas, Maurice Palumbo, Phil Scorgie, and recently, one of the greatest bass players in the country, Steve Hunter. His technical brilliance and soulful playing style with its groove and funk feel is part of what gives The Tuners the solid and full sound for which they are renowned. This, combined with his musicianship and personality on stage, ensures The Tuners are not only great to listen to but entertaining to watch. Back to the topAndy Binder - DrumsAndy has been a professional drummer and drum teacher for a decade. His creativity and groove are the hallmarks of his drum playing. Performing is what it's all about for Andy. When he's on stage he's a happy man and you can't take the smile off his face. Andy has been part of many projects, productions, recordings and concerts in Europe. He has performed Jazz, Pop, Rock, Latin, Reggae, Ska, Funk, Metal, Country and Fusion. Andy got into music at the early age of six, taking drum and guitar lessons in his hometown near Munich, in Germany. His talent was recognised by his teachers including Micheal Gaertner from the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra. He devoted himself to developing skills in music harmony and theory, learning the piano and the bass guitar as well. After years of preparation, he studied jazz and popular music at the Vienna Conservatory. Back to the topJan Grman - Keyboard
He transitioned from playing classical to playing keyboard in bands and traveling around the Czech Republic until he came to Australia. His great skills, personality and open mindedness in music have made him a very versatile player and he was a perfect fit musically for The Tuners and is an important member of the team. Jan has been working with songwriters in Sydney as an arranger and keyboard player. Back to the top |
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Paul first hit the stage at the age of 10 and has been occupying one, on and off, ever since.
Jan is one of those musicians who started making noise as a baby and has never stopped. He started learning classical piano when he was young, but he also loves playing contemporary music and loves to improvise.