Born of an Italian American mother, and African American father, Viva has always had multiple artistic interests as diverse as here cultural background. Viva is somewhat of a Triple Threat, starting her dance career at age 12, her acting career in her teens, and then later transitioning into music, writing, and performing arts education.
Viva started her acting career at age 16 appearing in such productions as “Fresh Prince of Bel Air”, “A Different World”, “Cop Rock” and the cult-classic “Roadside Prophets”, to name a few .
After taking a hiatus from her acting, Viva rediscovered a deeper joy and passion for music. She turned to a career in Music in 2002 where she made her way to Asia in September 2003, performing at the Island Shangri-La Hong Kong. She spent several years traveling to and from Asia, and has performed at venues such as Post 97, Club 97, Kee Club, The Peninsula Hotel Hong Kong, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong, Park 97 Shanghai, Coco Blues Thailand, Sheraton Bangkok, Plaza Anthanee, Le Meriden Bangkok, Harry’s Jazz Club Singapore, Hilton Wangfujing Beijing (Beijing Olympics), The Metropole Sofitel Le Club Jazz Venue, Hanoi Vietnam, The Shangri-La Singapore, Brown Sugar Taipei, and many others.
She has also performed for various corporate clients, including Omega Watches, The Forum, Swvarski Crystal, Park ‘n Shop, Watson’s and many others.
Viva is currently pursuing parallel careers in music, acting, writing and performing arts education. She loves inspiring young artists through arts-education programs and individual instruction. She has also become an arts advocate, reinforcing the importance of Performing Arts Education in Schools.
Viva has worked for artists and producers such as The Hodads, Soulicious, Skylar Lexx, Faultline, Masta and the Edge of Soul, The Renn Band, Stephen Boyd Trio, Doug MacDonald, Pink Floyd Sound, Playback, Atea Stefani, Heaven+Earth, Melissa Manchester and many others. She continues to perform locally and overseas when her schedule permits.
She is also currently pursuing a graduate degree in Jazz Vocal Performance and Secondary Education.
The ocean is still a mystery it has been explored for decades and yet it always has something new to offer us . Know matter at what depth their is plenty to find . In preparation for the summer. Here at Dharpstudio we are working on some new remote underwater equipment for photography.
These guys are amazing close your eyes and they will take you right back to the moment like it never end . The gave and give great shows and they keep the audience on there feet the whole time. The leader singer= Juan Del Castillo is on point the whole time the energy he give off is incredible. Tony Love= on Bass speechless this guy doesn’t miss a beat. Roger Cain= If there were laws on been good he would be arrested it was effortless for him to do his thing. Henry O’NEILL = By the time he was done with that keyboard there was nothing but smoke left and it was worth it. Danny Berglund = On drums where do I start I thought he lost a stick for minute and he was still killin it . The stage was explosive and running wild with excitement not only from the band but from the audience to.
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Legendary Styx performing live at The Rose Pasadena, On January 12 2017. As they take you into the night performing some of their legendary hits. This will be a sold out show in one of The Premier Venue in Pasadena. It’s your night our Venue , A night of great food and Drinks and of course an Evening of great music. Check our website for more info and get your tickets NOW! A Legendary Night
These guys have been at it for awhile and yet every time they deliver it. There performance will keep you grooving all night long this is a show you want to catch
If you missed it, Dam it was a great show Warren G playin the tune’s we can never forget. His shows always keep you on your feet
I am sure he will be returning to The Canyon Club in the future. New Orleans get ready he is coming your way to The House of Blues.
Its here folks you can Now keep up with all 4 venues from right here. Providing you with upcoming Date’s for Concerts and Tickets. These sites provide info about everything going on at each venue. Its simple just click on the Logo and your there. You can also see photo’s from concert’s in the Gallery in the Concert section.
This is a mulit-talented Recording Artist with a New CD out called ” Marvin meets Miles ” This CD is like fine wine smooth, crisp ,settle , keep you grooving in to the night . Johhny Britt is a Veteran at this game he is also member of ” Little Anthony and the Imperials” his accomplishments are long and show why he has staying power. Check out his website he is on tour in a city near you. With that been said his New CD cover was done by Dharpstudio