"MedicineWind" George Tortorelli George Tortorelli..... is a Master Bamboo Flute Designer and Player. He has been a Multi-Instrumentalist since the age of 12. Being raised in a musical family he had access to many instruments, and went on to perform in rock bands throughout south Florida. Before long he became aware of the mind and body stress from the rock and roll lifestyle. He longed for simpler pastures and retreated to the forests of north Florida with a collection of rare and exotic instruments.It was there in the beauty and silence that the purest harmonies of nature came through him. He discovered and planted an abundance of bamboo on his land, and commenced expanding his growing flute collection with flutes of his own design. His music and concerts were so loved by surrounding communities that he became known as "Medicine Wind" for the healing sound qualities of his Meditative, Peaceful music. He started his own company called Medicine Wind Music, and commenced a successful recording career and custom flute design for fine arts festivals. He has recorded three independant records: "TranceMission","MedicineWind" & "Rites of Passage". It was at a music festival,while both performing, that Lisa Lynne and George Tortorelli met. After an exchange of albums, it became apparent that their musical styles were very much of kindred spirit... The Celtic Harp and Bamboo flutes are two of the most ancient and heartwarming instruments. Since February of 1997, they have been spellbinding audiences with their magical and endearing sound. Ever since, they have been performing non-stop thoughout the country, including the "Windham Hill Winter Solstice Concert" series these past winters. They are currently in high demand at the finest art exhibits, music festivals & peace gatherings across the country. They have recorded ten albums together: www.lisalynne.com/recordings.html George's World Flutes continue to be an integral part on Lisa Lynne's Windham Hill releases. You can count on hearing much more from this enchanting duo and their heaven*sent sound. (www.lisalynne.com/presskits/lisageorge.html) George has appeared with such notables as: RAM DASS, DEEPAK CHOPRA, RASA, RICHIE HAVENS, PAT METHENY, MICHAEL HEDGES, TUCK & PATTIE, WILL ACKERMAN, DAVID ARKENSTONE, LIZ STORY and many more. CONTACT & BOOKING INFO: GEORGE TORTORELLI MEDICINE WIND MUSIC 86 NW 55 ST. GAINESVILLE, FL 32607 352-373-1837 medicinewind@aol.com