Felisha is a native Southern California musician playing the Classic Rock hits that became engrained in her growing up in the 70’s. She is becoming more and more known for her smooth tones, wide vocal range, and unique expression of the popular tunes you want to hear. She will lure you in with songs of Fleetwood Mac, Linda Ronstadt, Carly Simon, and then surprise you with hits from Led Zeppelin, Tom Petty, Neil Young and more! But, it doesn’t stop at just Classic Rock! Felisha is also a Contemporary Christian Folk Rock songwriter and has a CD of original music available on iTunes titled “Shaping My Heart”. Her compilation of original spiritual songs, derived from many years spent as a worship leader in non-denominational churches, is both uplifting and unique to mainstream Christian music.
Whether it be Classic Rock or Christian Folk Rock, in addition to accompanying her vocals on guitar, Felisha’s creative expression continues with a wide variety of genres performed with the island-style sound of the ukulele. With “Over The Rainbow”, favorites of the 80’s, contemporary hits, and more, she will satisfy your hunger for a full repertoire of musical delights.
FELISHA DUNNE
(949) 701-1445
MUSIC PERFORMANCE & EXPERIENCE
Performing Artist, Vocals/Guitar/Ukulele
Corporate Events
- Thomas James Homes (SAGE Awards) 2019
- Latitude Verizon Connect (Monarch Beach Resort) 2018
- Applied Innovation Tech Coast Angels (The Cove @UCI) 2017
- Latitude Verizon Connect (Monarch Beach Resort) 2017
Weddings/Casuals/Private Events/Church Services 1990-Present
Public Venues
- The Cellar (San Clemente) 2017-Present
- Trevor’s At The Tracks (San Juan Capistrano 2018-Present
- Surf & Sand Resort (Laguna Beach) 2016-Present
- Rancho Capistrano Winery (San Juan Capistrano) 2015-Present
- Barnoa Wine Company (San Clemente) 2015-Present
- Dizz’s As Is (Laguna Beach) 2017-Present
- Royal Hawaiian (Laguna Beach) 2017-2019
- The Cliff Restaurant 2015-2019
- Mahe (Dana Point) 2014-2018
- Sawdust Festival (Laguna Beach) 2010-Present
- Arroyo Trabuco Golf Course (Mission Viejo) 2016
- The Ranch (Laguna Beach) 2015-2016
- The Boathouse on the Bay (Long Beach) 2015
- Fiano’s Restaurant (San Juan Capistrano) 2015
- Wind & Sea, (Dana Point, CA) 2014
- Harpoon Henry’s, (Dana Point, CA) 2014
- Ocean Avenue Brewery, (Laguna Beach) 2012-2014
Music Teacher
- Private Guitar/Voice Lessons 2009-Present
- Laguna Presbyterian Preschool Music Teacher 2008-Present
PUBLISHED ORIGINAL COMPOSITIONS
Released Album “God Of Promises” 2000
- Released CD of original songs
Released Album “Shaping My Heart”
- Released CD of original songs (available on iTunes) 2007
MUSIC EQUIPMENT FOR LIVE PERFORMANCES
Complete sound system and equipment which includes
- Bose L1 Compact Portable Line Array Sound System
- Taylor 914CE Guitar Acoustic/Electric
- Acoustic/Electric Ukulele
- Sennheiser E935 Microphone
MUSIC EDUCATION
Music Theory & Vocal training classes @ UCSB 1981-1985
Vocal Training, Voice Discovery Studio, Laguna Beach, CA 1986
Vocal Training, Hamilton Williams, Hollywood, CA 1987
Vocal recording class, Orange Coast Community College 1988
EDUCATION
University of California at Santa Barbara 1981-1985
Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences
REFERENCES Available Upon Request
BIO
Known for her wide vocal range and unique interpretations of well-known cover songs, Felisha is solo on guitar, vocals, and ukulele. She switches from accompanying her voice with ukulele-styled covers to performing your favorite Classic Rock hits on guitar and vocals. Felisha is a full-time professional musician performing in both private and public venues and teaching music.
Felisha comes from a family of musical talent. Her great grandfather Benedict Bantly, also known as “Mr. Music” in Hollywood, was a music composer and conductor in the silent film era. He began the legacy of writing music, playing instruments and singing throughout the rest of the family. Felisha grew up singing with her mother and sisters and performing in both public and private venues.
Felisha is currently a music teacher at a private school in Laguna Beach and also teaches private music lessons. She performs at restaurants, festivals, private parties, weddings, and church services primarily in South Orange County. She plays a wide variety of musical genres which includes 60s/70s, Classic Rock, Country and Contemporary Hits vocally and on guitar and ukulele. For the last 20 years, she has been leading worship at churches, retreats and special events and composing contemporary worship songs. As a worship leader, songwriter and composer, Felisha has recorded a CD of Contemporary Christian Folk Rock worship songs that are unique to mainstream Christian music. This CD is for those ready for something fresh that is uplifting and worshipful. CD available on iTunes.