Crooning Christmas Featuring: Annie Aiello, Tom Linsk and Jack Aiello

Name: Crooning Christmas Featuring: Annie Aiello, Tom Linsk and Jack Aiello
Start: 2024-12-20
End: 2024-12-20

Nothing will get you into the swing of the Christmas season better than swingin’ versions of some great Christmas songs. Don’t miss this exclusive, one-time performance with Moonlight Theatre favorites Annie Aiello and Tom Linsk, along with newcomer Jack Aiello. They have hand-picked just the right holiday songs to get you singing and crooning along. So put a little mistletoe in your fedora and come join us on December 20th!!!

For more than 20 years, Annie has been a trusted talent, singer/songwriter in the Chicagoland area. She has sung both domestically and globally for well-known non-profits and corporations, was a “Round 2” candidate on “The Voice”, recorded with Chicago native and 80’s icon, Richard Marx, has worked alongside (and even co-written) with several Dove, Grammy, and Emmy Award winning artists.

Annie also earned an MBA in Marketing and has primarily worked in leadership capacities for both faith-based and non-profit organizations throughout her career.

In her free-time, Annie leads worship at her local church, and is the founder, lead vocalist and producer for a national touring show, “Always Olivia” – a tribute show featuring the music of one of Annie’s greatest long-time vocal influences, Olivia Newton-John.

Annie is the proud mom of two great kids, Samantha and Luke and her Lab, Wrigley. No doubt, you will often find a large cup of coffee in Annie’s hands.

Lead Vocals, Piano, Keys | Thomas Linsk

Tom Linsk is an exceptional musical performer with an unwavering passion for music, boundless talent, and a natural ability to captivate audiences. His unique approach to each song showcases his versatility, and he has developed a style of his own that elevates his performances to a realm of supreme quality. From standards, jazz, rock, and pop to contemporary music, Tom’s endless passion and freshness shine through in every performance. Starting piano at the age of seven, his musical journey led him from Las Vegas to Chicago, where he became one of the city’s finest entertainers. As a pianist, vocalist, and composer, Tom has established himself as a premier artist in the Chicago-area, performing at various events and venues, earning recognition and acclaim throughout his impressive 35-year career.

Drummer | Church Schwartz

Chuck Schwartz received his first drum kit at 13 years of age when his musical idol was Ringo Starr of The Beatles. As a self taught and studied drummer of Rock and Jazz, he built the foundation of his playing by listening, studying and perfecting drumming of all genres. His fluent ability in multiple styles opened up the doors for many opportunities in the music industry. Whether Chuck is on the stage or in the studio, the challenge of “Playing what’s right for the song” is what continues to develop his style and versatility as a musician.

Over the years, he’s played with many bands and has done extensive studio work for commercial jingles and various musical projects and collaborations. He toured with Gambler who opened for REO Speedwagon, Foreigner, and Styx , just to name a few.

Chuck’s experience in the music industry has been more than just sitting behind a drum kit as he’s taught at many schools and music stores often totaling 70 students or more each week. He currently teaches at Offbeat Music in Lake Zurich, IL and Grove Jr. High in Elk Grove, IL

Bass Guitar | Michael T. Fiorino

Michae T. Fiorino has played bass for innumerable Chicago area and national acts for years. He’s performed and recorded with Frankie Avalon, Rich Little, The Smothers Brothers, The Drifters, The Four Lads, Joel Grey, Clark Terry, Bill Holman, John Gary, Mark Murphy, Russ Carlyle, Roger Wiliams, Eddie Arnold and, most notably, four time Grammy-nominated Chicago jazz pianist and vocalist, Judy Roberts. Michael has also released four albums under his own name (Michael Fiorino Ensemble 456), all of which charted in Jazz Week and received international play.

Jack Aiello first grabbed the spotlight with his spot-on presidential candidate impersonations on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. Now, he’s stepping into a new role, showcasing his singing at “Crooning at Christmas.” Though his only singing experience has been at karaoke nights, Jack is excited for this opportunity. A lifelong music lover, he began playing piano in first grade and later focused on jazz piano—his favorite style. Jack recently graduated from the University of Illinois and now lives in Arlington Heights.