Theresa Sareo is a singer with a powerful story to tell; a story of survival, inspiration and proof that being passionate about your dreams can mean the very essence of one's survival.  After being hit by a drunk driver in midtown Manhattan in June, 2002, Theresa awoke in a hospital bed being told that she survived a horrific car accident which claimed her entire right leg.  After weeks of grueling rehabilitation, she began the long journey of reclaiming her life and impressive singing career, which reads as follows:

 

Theresa Sareo's voice can be powerful and tender, her music driving and flowing.  Although this singer was raised in Elmira, NY, she calls New York City her home.  Fittingly, the images in her music reflect both the the intensity of the big city and the down-to-earth simplicity of the small town.

          Following a period of indie/dance music success, she is currently a staple on the NYC singer/songwriter circuit, appearing in venues including The Bitter End, CB's Gallery and the Hammerstein Ballroom.  She's enjoyed successful debuts throughout Europe including Germany, Spain, England and Italy.  She's written and performed music for renowned artist/painter Mark Kostobi and authors Betty Eadie and Dr. M. Scott Peck.

      Theresa has collaborated with the legendary Blood, Sweat & Tears, both in the studio and on stage.  She sang background on David Clayton-Thomas' 911 tribute, "The Lights of Broadway" and joined the band in concert at Westbury Music Fare last summer. 

          Theresa is also involved with Swirling Records' CDs, Soap Sessions, Vol. 1 & II, which feature songs performed by five popular daytime soap opera actors.  As well as a background vocalist, she is showcased as a songwriter and a featured singer, sharing a duet with All My Children's Vincent Irizzary.  She also produced a track sung by Regis and Kelly's Kelly Ripa.  Visit Swirling Records for more info.

          Her original "Love Inside of You" was aired on Seton Hall University's radio station, WSOU, 89.5FM, in dedication to the students and families involved in the fire at Seton's Boland Hall.  It is included on her CD Rom, Embrace.

          Theresa's Embrace CDRom is a compilation of 12 pop/rock, ballad and r&b songs.  It also boasts a slick, provocative music video of the title track, Embrace.  This self-produced, recorded and mixed CD showcases Theresa as a full-ranged and stylish singer/songwriter/performer. It can be listened to and purchased at CDBaby.com and
www.TheresaSareo.com.

          As well as Embrace, her first CD/EP,  Theresa Sareo, was also produced by Theresa and engineered by drummer, Ethan Hartshorn.  This debut CD features seasoned musicians including guitarist Nick Moroch and pianist Tracy Stark.  It highlights her technical and emotional range and includes the billboard contest winning song "Time Flies".  It has been hailed as "warm, moving and passionate".  

      She organized and headlined at a benefit concert which raised thousands of dollars for the Engine 16, Ladder 7 WTC Fund in NYC.

        Inspired by the traditional NY-based singer/songwriter circle, Theresa started one of her own.  NY Songwriters' Stories is a forum of support and exposure for fellow independent recording artists.  Hosted by Theresa, it features two other singer/songwriters and is booked at various NYC venues. 

             Aside from her singer/songwriter performances, she can be heard with her outstanding jazz trio in NYC's most popular jazz restaurants.  Catch her next at The Cupping Room on Friday, Sept. 7 at 9PM. 

         Theresa recently released her third album "Alive Again" and is happy to be featuring such talent giants as guitarist Jon Herington from Steely Dan, Saturday Night Live drummer Shawn Pelton and bluegrass/gospel group, Ollabelle.  In this 12 song CD, Theresa passionately sings about topics ranging from coping with her loss, to her staple love ballads, to stories about people who've touched her life.  She continues in the melodic pop/rock/country styles.

            She is an in-demand public speaker who has appeared with Hillary Clinton on health care issues, at military conventions and benefits for wounded troops country-wide, at medical symposiums at leading trauma hospitals, as well as throughout the corporate and educational communities. 

             Using her wide-range of musical experience and versatility, Theresa is also a private vocal teacher. 

         Continue to visit this site for all the latest Theresa Sareo info including pictures from recent musical events.  Feel free to share any questions or comments. Would love to hear from you.

          Thanks for stopping by!

Photos by Florence Mazzone and Peter Chance

www.photoflo.com

www.thenovellas.com