Suzanne McDermott
Suzanne McDermott has a rich background with experience in diverse musical genres. Born in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, she gave her first public performance at the legendary Main Point at the age of fifteen. Her involvement with The Main Point was a fundamental influence on her songwriting because it provided her with years of exposure to a steady stream of renowned "first generation" singer-songwriters. Later, Suzanne became a member of the McCabe's Guitar Shop community in Santa Monica, California where, in addition to performing, she produced a series of 20th century chamber music concerts and designed the McCabe's T-shirt.

Along with her activity as a singer-songwriter, Suzanne has worked in classical music publishing, international chamber music festivals including Bruno Giuranna's Asolo Music Festival, and experimental music. She was secretary to Sarah Vaughan for two years and served as a United States delegate to the Congo by managing a group of jazz musicians She is also an accomplished painter and wrote, directed and produced a play with music at the Asolo State Theater in Florida.

Blessed with a warm, clear voice and innate musicianship, Suzanne's performances combine an impressive collection of her own captivating, intelligent songs and an eclectic assortment of covers. Her stage presence creates an immediate rapport with her audience. She has shared the stage with David Amram, Gore Vidal, Dori Previn, Bill Morrissey and others.

Recordings
Souvenir

Souvenir CD

Souvenir
CD $15.00 ON SALE AGAIN SEPTEMEBER 8, 2003

1. And It Still Is Blue
2. In the California Sun
3. When You Became My Child
4. Heartbroken
5. Surfer Boy
6. A Le Fleuve Conga
7. The 3 Dreams of J. Robert Oppenheimer
8. Souvenir Play
9. Long Distance
10. The Tie That Binds