| Clearview's humble beginnings came about in December of 2001 when Darlene Brasche, Dave Bordeau, and Dennis Collins were rehearsing music for Christmas services at their church. They had sung together for a few years and Darlene off-handedly asked if they should try putting togther some non-church music. A year later they had the core of the band and their music and started playing in public.The learning experience and the coming-and-going of several members brought them to their current makeup. While they classify themselves as a "classic rock" band, their sets are comprised of a wide variety of music, inlcuding rock, Motown, and an occasional hint of country. Their love of music and their enjoyment in performing are evident in their appearances. And here they are... |
Darlene first had the idea of trying to put some music together among friends. She has been the
female lead singer since the band's inception, although she now sometimes turns those duties over
when the constraints of running her own business don't allow her to make a gig.
She first learned how to perform in front of crowds (and earned her nickname "The Show') when
she traveled with her family's high-wire act during her younger days.
female lead singer since the band's inception, although she now sometimes turns those duties over
when the constraints of running her own business don't allow her to make a gig.
She first learned how to perform in front of crowds (and earned her nickname "The Show') when
she traveled with her family's high-wire act during her younger days.
Dave is referred to as the "leader" of the band. On stage, he is the front man because, as
he says, "I'm too stupid to keep my mouth shut." Although he learned music by playing
trumpet, he gave that up when he got a guitar shortly after high school. He plays rhythm
guitar (electric and acoustic) and sings most of the harmonies as well as a few leads.
He likes all kinds of music, having been brought up by parents with a lot of 78 RPM country
records and 4 sisters who listened to a lot of Beatles, Rolling Stones, Motown, and blues.
he says, "I'm too stupid to keep my mouth shut." Although he learned music by playing
trumpet, he gave that up when he got a guitar shortly after high school. He plays rhythm
guitar (electric and acoustic) and sings most of the harmonies as well as a few leads.
He likes all kinds of music, having been brought up by parents with a lot of 78 RPM country
records and 4 sisters who listened to a lot of Beatles, Rolling Stones, Motown, and blues.
Dennis is the third founding member of the band (notice how we did that in alphabetical order). He
is the male lead singer and is blessed with a tenor voice with incredible range. He sounds just as
strong singing a slow ballad as he is belting out Bruce Springsteen's "Cover Me".
His personal tastes run the gamut from jazz to country, soul, rhythm & blues, and rock. When he's
not on stage with Clearview or playing softball and volleyball, he can be found singing karaoke at one
of several area clubs.
is the male lead singer and is blessed with a tenor voice with incredible range. He sounds just as
strong singing a slow ballad as he is belting out Bruce Springsteen's "Cover Me".
His personal tastes run the gamut from jazz to country, soul, rhythm & blues, and rock. When he's
not on stage with Clearview or playing softball and volleyball, he can be found singing karaoke at one
of several area clubs.
John (Johnny G) has been with Clearview for all but the first year and plays lead guitar, electric
fiddle, and harmonica. He played for several years with the Chapparels, a well- known area country
/ rock band. After being out of show business for a few years, a chance lunchtime encounter with
Dave at a local restaurant brought him to Clearview.In addition to the instruments he plays with
Clearview, John also tinkers with the mandolin, accordian, and drums.
fiddle, and harmonica. He played for several years with the Chapparels, a well- known area country
/ rock band. After being out of show business for a few years, a chance lunchtime encounter with
Dave at a local restaurant brought him to Clearview.In addition to the instruments he plays with
Clearview, John also tinkers with the mandolin, accordian, and drums.
Heather Prescott hails from all over creation and currently resides with her husband in Shelton.
She is a former member of the "Drunken Unkles" (a band, not a sorority) from Boston. She plays
the flugelhorn (your guess is as good as ours) and loves all thypes of music. Her recent marriage
and birth of her daughter (her pride & joy) seem only to have enhanced her vocal abilities.
"Half-Pint" always wows the crowds with her decibals.
She is a former member of the "Drunken Unkles" (a band, not a sorority) from Boston. She plays
the flugelhorn (your guess is as good as ours) and loves all thypes of music. Her recent marriage
and birth of her daughter (her pride & joy) seem only to have enhanced her vocal abilities.
"Half-Pint" always wows the crowds with her decibals.
Paul Lafontaine replaced original drummer Nick, who left for some long-term surgery. Paul has
played in several area rock bands including Defiance, Rough Edge, and Old #7. He hung up the sticks
a few years ago to concentrate on work. He discovered that work isn't all it's cracked up to be,
so he took on the challenge of anchoring the rhythm section with Ed. His skills were honed as a
youngster when he played in a drum corps with his two brothers. We believe the literal translation
of his name means "lover of extended song endings."
played in several area rock bands including Defiance, Rough Edge, and Old #7. He hung up the sticks
a few years ago to concentrate on work. He discovered that work isn't all it's cracked up to be,
so he took on the challenge of anchoring the rhythm section with Ed. His skills were honed as a
youngster when he played in a drum corps with his two brothers. We believe the literal translation
of his name means "lover of extended song endings."
Charise is our "lady of two homes." While her permanent residence is in Connecticut with her
new daughter, she likes to go back to her native Florida when her schedule allows. Anyone who
has heard her sing doesn't soon forget her power and range. Although they are the "younger"
members of the band, both Charise and Heather have shown a great appreciation for music from
many different eras
new daughter, she likes to go back to her native Florida when her schedule allows. Anyone who
has heard her sing doesn't soon forget her power and range. Although they are the "younger"
members of the band, both Charise and Heather have shown a great appreciation for music from
many different eras
Ed(Steady Eddy) came to Clearview via Western Mass.,where he was a
veteran of the band scene. He is an avid guitarist, but prefers the 6 string
bass with Clearview. He also keeps the electronics from blowing up.Ed
enjoys qll types of music,but prefers the Zeppelin/Rush sound. He keeps to
himself, but does have a good good zany comment now & then.
veteran of the band scene. He is an avid guitarist, but prefers the 6 string
bass with Clearview. He also keeps the electronics from blowing up.Ed
enjoys qll types of music,but prefers the Zeppelin/Rush sound. He keeps to
himself, but does have a good good zany comment now & then.
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Chris is our newest addition to the Clearview family, a Watertown native with many years
experience on the guitar, he will be playing lead guitar with us. Chris is in the automotive field,
specializing in "service"...we're trying to figure that one out...He likes all types of music, but has a
rock-n-roll preference. He fits in well, & is up to the task of makin' Dave sound better.
experience on the guitar, he will be playing lead guitar with us. Chris is in the automotive field,
specializing in "service"...we're trying to figure that one out...He likes all types of music, but has a
rock-n-roll preference. He fits in well, & is up to the task of makin' Dave sound better.
