Don Desmond - guitar & vocals

Though some have mistaken him for Frank Zappa's identical twin, Don Desmond

possesses an identity very much his own. A guitarist with verve, excitement

and an obvious love of performing, Don lets the audience join in the

exuberance he feels on the stage.  Whether subtly gracing a gentle ballad or

tearing through a Stevie Ray Vaughn barnburner, he plays as if his life

depended on it.

Born in Omaha and raised in Kansas City, Don says he's performed in 46 of the

50 states, citing his favorite gig so far as "The 54th Street Club downstairs

in downtown New York City...it was so cheesy!"

Don has worked with acts as diverse as The Ink Spots, Black Oak Arkansas, as

well as an unforgettable female Elvis impersonator. He counts among his

heroes Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Al DiMeola and Joe Pass.

Here are some more facts we learned about Don:

INTERVIEWER: If you ruled the world, what new law would you enact?

DON: All news programs must tell good news, no bad news.

INTERVIEWER: Any pet peeves?

DON: People driving in the left lane 10 miles under the speed limit.

INTERVIEWER: What are your hobbies?

DON: Skiing, Hiking, Yoga, Water-Marco-Polo.