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Periscope Jazz Collective

Active since: 2022

Periscope Jazz Collective is a Western Massachusetts–based jazz ensemble known for reimagining classic standards through a modern, exploratory lens. Both reflective and dynamic in style, the group blends swing, improvisation, and deep jazz tradition into performances that feel fresh, intimate, and engaging. Anchored by pianist Perry Friedman, sax and multi-instrumentalist Rick Page, bassist Jon Oltman, and drummer Bruce Kelley, the collective adapts fluidly from elegant duo settings to full ensemble performances featuring guest musicians and collaborators.

Drawing inspiration from the many eras and textures of jazz history, Periscope Jazz Collective brings a thoughtful yet accessible energy to every performance. The group has become a familiar presence throughout the Pioneer Valley and greater Western Massachusetts music scene, appearing at venues including breweries, listening rooms, restaurants, festivals, and arts spaces in Northampton, Easthampton, Greenfield, Shelburne Falls, and beyond.

Mark Dunlap

Khalif Neville

Khalif Neville, while being born in New Orleans, grew up in Western Massachusetts. Studying with his father from a young age, he has always had an appreciation for Jazz, particualrly BeBop. Some of his favorite pianists include: Thelonious Monk, Oscar Peterson, Red Garland, Eroll Garner and many more. He has played with his father for some time now, and has also played with New England greats such as: Avery Sharpe, Samira Evans, Jeff Pitchell and a number of others on occasion. His personal musical endeavors are far and wide, but he has a deep rooted love for Jazz, particularyl solo Jazz piano

James Argiro

James received his training at The Hartford Conservatory of Music, The University of Southern California at Los Angeles (UCLA) and The Institute of Audio Research in New York. His professional career began at age 14 and at age 16, he led a popular R & B/Blues band on the east coast, performing with many of the top recording artists of the period. His first national tour began in 1967, as Assistant Conductor and Arranger with the Ice Capades. With vast experience in all phases and aspects of music creation, production, and the performing arts, he’s been affiliated with dozens of stars in all media. As Music Director and arranger, he has been associated with many celebrities such as: Bernadette Peters, Leslie Uggams, Carole Channing, Mickey Rooney, Joan Rivers and Juliet Prowse

Rob Fletcher

Rob Fletcher performs jazz, blues and vintage pop throughout New England. An exceptional vocalist, chromatic harmonica player and guitarist, he performed original music at Woodstock ’94 (350,000 attendees), the International Festival of Arts and Ideas, the Hudson Valley Jazz Festival, the National Harmonica Festival (SPAH), Garden State Harmonica Festival, Buckeye Harmonica Festival, Virginia Harmonica Festival, the National Guitar Workshop and at the legendary Bluebird Café in Nashville. Rob has performed with Trey Anastasio of Phish and opened for the Crash Test Dummies. The New York Times has described his original music as “soulful to funny”. Rob is the author of several music instructional books including Blues Grooves for Guitarists and Blues Harmonica for Beginners (Alfred Publications)

David Haughey

Born: July 29, 1985

Michael William Gilbert

Born: August 17, 1954

Michael William Gilbert's musical journey has transcended boundaries from an early age. Growing up between Connecticut and Brussels, his ears were opened to the avant-garde experimentalism of Varese, Stockhausen, and Pierre Henry, as well as the rich tapestries of Indian, African, and Japanese traditions. But it was his immersion in Miles Davis' pioneering electric period that truly sparked his passion for melding jazz and electronic frontiers.

After studying electrical engineering at MIT and electronic music at the Boston School of Electronic Music, Gilbert's talents as a synthesizer composer, designer, and teacher took root. He served as technical director of electronic music studios at Amherst College, Smith College, Hampshire College, and UMass/Amherst. Over his career he has experience teaching electronic music at UMass Amherst, Holyoke Community College, and Hampshire College. In parallel, he had a nearly 30-year career as the Adviser for Technology Initiatives and Services at UMass Amherst before retiring to focus full-time on music.