Elizabeth Greene
MC, Vocals

Elizabeth Greene is Ariel's multi talented lead vocalist, bandleader, Master of Ceremonies and party coordinator. Her talent is central to the band's success and her performances earn consistent rave reviews. Elizabeth sings all styles of music from jazz standards through disco and top 40 with equal skill, lending elegance, excitement and variety to Ariel's repertoire.

At the request of our clients, Elizabeth has learned to sing song selections in seven languages! As a Master Of Ceremonies, her style is warm and natural. Her thoroughness and attention to detail assures the success of every Ariel event.

Francisco Centeno
Bass

Francisco Centeno is Ariel's fabulous bass player and has performed worldwide, touring with Aretha Franklin, Melba Moore and Bette Midler.

His irresistible grooves can be heard on recordings he has made with numerous world-renowned stars, including Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Gladys Knight and Whitney Houston.

Francisco has appeared on numerous TV shows including frequent appearances on the Dave Letterman Show, sitting in with the band. He has performed on Broadway in shows such as Hairspray, In The Heights, and Shrek. His bass playing can also be heard on hundreds of TV commercials, albums, motion picture sound tracks, and TV themes.

Kevin Brown
Vocals

Kevin Brown is Ariel’s featured male lead vocalist. His rich and fluid vocals add excitement and energy to the band’s sound. Clients are raving about Kevin’s vocal styling, which spans from R & B to contemporary rock. He has been compared to Luther Vandross and Al Green.

Kevin has performed in numerous Gospel bands including “Agape Force” who appeared at Carnegie Hall as finalists in the McDonald Gospel Fest. He performed at The Apollo providing background vocals for El De Barge. His recording credits include lead vocals in a duet of Shalimar’s song “Night To Remember” which was released in Japan and lead and background vocals on a compilation album featuring R&B and Club artists such as Candy Staton.

Taileen Alvarez
Vocals

Taileen is one of Ariel's fabulous lead vocalists. Her voice never fails to amaze audiences, earning her comparisons to artists such as Alicia Keys, Lauren Hill, and Rihanna. Born in Secaucus New Jersey to parents of Cuban descent, Taileen was blessed to have grown up in an atmosphere filled with music of all genres. Tai attended Westminster Choir College's vocal camp and went on to study under Roseanne Vitro, a prominent jazz vocal coach at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center and subsequently performed at the Victoria theatre.

Over time, Taileen has developed a wide range of vocal styles and sings jazz standards, Latin music, ballads, and dance music, all with an incredible level of passion and energy. In addition to her performances with Ariel, Taileen has also recorded on commercially released records
and held prominent roles in musical theatre.

Len Greene
Guitar, Vocals

Len Greene is Ariel’s rhythm and lead guitarist and vocalist. His melodic playing style knits together all the musical aspects of the band adding drive and texture to their music. He is a versatile and charismatic performer skillfully covering diverse vocal styles from Nat King Cole to Modern English.

Len started his career writing songs and performing his original music in clubs and colleges throughout the Northeast. Len met his wife and partner Elizabeth on stage and they have been performing together ever since. Len & Elizabeth were chosen to perform at the “New York Songwriters Showcase Presentation” and were subsequently signed to one of the world’s largest music publishing companies.

Bud Burridge
Trumpet

Bud Burridge is Ariel’s consummate trumpet professional. His beautiful tone, flawless execution and melodic trumpet solos are a joy to the ear.

Bud’s career highlights include performances with Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Don Henley, Burt Bacharach, Steve Lawrence & Edie Gorme, Nancy Wilson, Kenny Rogers, Lou Rawls, Melissa Manchester and Charles Aznavour. He has recorded with Barbra Streisand, Peabo Bryson and Debbie Gibson. His recent movie recordings include Fargo, SnakeEyes, Meet Joe Black and You've Got Mail. He has recorded commercial jingles for American Express, Applebee's, Merck, Burger King and Huggies. His broadway show performances include Chorus Line, La Cage Aux Folles, Cats, City of Angels, Damn Yankees, Victor/Victoria, The Life, Ragtime, and Bring in ‘Da Noise, Bring in ‘Da Funk.

Rob Aries
Keyboards

Rob Aries holds the keyboard chair in Ariel. As a freelance pianist & synthesist living in the New York area most of his life, Rob toured and recorded with artists including guitarist John Scofield, the "world jazz" groups Special EFX and Elements, r&b band Change, saxophonist Bill Evans, Brazilian pianist Eliane Elias, and singers Liza Minnelli, Melba Moore and Freddie Jackson (for whom he produced a song on his multi-platinum debut record). He also produced and co-wrote several songs on saxophonist Donald Harrison's CTI release "The Power of Cool", and played and composed for the late saxophonist Cornelius Bumpus's release, "Known Fact" on Palmetto records.

Terry Silverlight
Drums

Our amazing drummer, Terry Silverlight, has been in demand as a touring and recording drummer with countless name acts. He has performed all over the world with artists such as Roberta Flack and Manhattan Jazz Orchestra, and performed on gold and platinum recordings for George Benson, Natalie Merchant, Freddie Jackson, Stephanie Mills, Tom Jones, Anne Murray, Mel Torme, Jennifer Holliday, and Phil Woods - among many others. His precise and dynamic grooves can be heard on feature films such as One Fine Day, You've Got Mail, Object Of My Affection, My Blue Heaven, Titus, Frida, Slaves Of New York, and What Planet Are You From?

Terry has written, produced and arranged hundreds of pieces for network TV shows including One Life To Live, The Sopranos, All My Children, Ed, Beverly Hills 90210, The Young And The Restless, and Melrose Place, as well as jingles for Reebok, Nicorette, Pantene, and Crisco Canola. His songs have appeared in such films as Invincible, Marci X, Sunshine, Mad About Mambo, and Head Over Heels.

Terry has released solo artist albums including "Terry Silverlight - Wild!" and "Diamond in the Riff." The Terry Silverlight Band has performed at various premier Manhattan night clubs, including Birdland, The Cutting Room, and The Metropolitan Cafe. Terry has also written the instructional drum books, "The Featured Drummer" and "The Stick Bag Book of Jazz, Funk, and Fusion."

Jeff Hackworth
Saxophones
Flute

Jeff Hackworth is Ariel’s dynamic saxophonist and flute player. Whether it's lush ballads, jazz standards, or intense dance medleys, Jeff's amazing tone and precise technical delivery never fail to impress.

Jeff's touring experience includes playing big-band swing with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra, blues and R&B with Matt "Guitar" Murphy's band (Blues Bros.) and some roots Rock and Roll with Chubby Checker. In addition he has also performed with such diverse artists as Mel Torme, Buddy Rich, Doc Severinson, the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Temptations, Gary U.S. Bonds and the Goo Goo Dolls. Jeff has also performed in the off-broadway show "Love, Janis", based on the life of Janis Joplin. He has released 2 albums under his own name and has also been a contributing writer for DownBeat magazine.