monday, august 23, 2010 Letters from Paradise     Well, the start of a new work week....doing some new "stuff" for my show!  Can't say what yet....but it's gonna be different from what I've been doing.       Don't forget to download my original songs for free just by clicking on the link above this message.       This week: Tuesday:     The Colony CC                     Friday:        The Elks Club in Bonita Springs                    Saturday:     Wedding (bring a present)    Have a great week!!   Billy  7:47 am | link          Comments 2010.08.01 | 2008.03.01      Delighting patrons from New England to New Orleans, entertainer Bill Jollie has been dazzling audiences with his charming wit and exceptional musical talent for over 35 years.      A native son of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, Bill is entering his eleventh season in beautiful Naples, FL, busier than ever before and with an even larger entertainment catalog.      A modern-day jack-of-all-trades, Bill has been known to entertain in every manner possible, whether it be a spot-on-impression of Joe Cocker, or a melodically entrancing blend of piano and guitar.      His resume is long and quite impressive, including such honors as performing at the First Family's Christmas party for George and Barbara Bush.  Opening for pop-sensations The Monkees and Herman’s Hermit’s and having his very own song "I'll Be Your Champion" played to a nationwide audience on the USA network.      In an entertainment climate where well-rounded, talented performers are certainly the exception and not the rule, Bill Jollie not only exceeds the limits of common solo acts, he undeniably raises the bar for others to aspire to.      Locally, Bill Jollie can be seen in a variety of places, from the ultrachic Handsome Harry's on Third Street, the ultra-professional Sugden Theater, or numerous Country Clubs here in Southwest Florida.      In addition to the public performances showcased throughout the region, Bill is also available for private functions.  Performing at the informal cocktail party to the utmost traditional wedding.  He has also lent his talent to local charities: Toys for Tots and Kiwanis Club to benefit their charitable causes.       From beginning to end, Bill Jollie has not only mastered his craft of entertaining and performing, he has raised it to a defining art form and has certainly brought happiness and wonderful memories to all that have had the pleasure to enjoy one of his performances.     .