The Wizards of Winter was originally formed in the winter of 2010 as a way to give back to the

band's hometown community food pantry that was in dire need of assistance. 

What was once simply a group of friends looking to help others in need, has now turned into a

musical force that crosses the nation each year.

 

Audiences ranging in age from 8 to 80 have come to make the band's Holiday Rock Opera part

of their family tradition, by coming to see it year after year.

 

 Founders, Scott Kelly ( Composer/Keyboardist) and Sharon Kelly ( Flute/Vocals)  still perform

in the group till this day. The quality of their original music combined with its message, has

attracted world class talent from groups like The Trans- Siberian Orchestra, Def Leppard, The

Irish Tenors, Blue Oyster Cult, Rainbow, Alice Cooper Band and Broadway who now join them

on stage.

 

“It truly is a Christmas rock opera  comprised of music from our 3 original albums.” Scott Kelly

enthuses. “We take the audience on a musical journey inside a snow globe  in search of the meaning of Christmas.  Some

parts of the story are happy, some are melancholy; our music encompasses the vast range of feelings people

experience during the holiday season.  It is an emotional roller coaster ride, told through original

compositions that range from ballads to prog-metal. There is something in the show for everyone

in the family.”


Indeed, the 12-strong Wizards are making heads swivel with their synergy of the symphonic and

the serendipitous, touching hearts and raising a psychic goblet to the roots of progressive

rock.  Co-founder, Lead Vocalist/ Flutist, Sharon Kelly states,  “The whole experience of

bringing our original music to people is very rewarding. Especially since we see such a wide

range of age in the people that attend our shows. Our music truly crosses generational

boundaries." 

Come out and see them as they make their annual trek to spread the Spirit of Christmas.

 

 

ARTIST ENDORSEMENTS:

Fred Gorhau  has an artist endorsement from ESP Guitars and Black Star Amplifiers

Greg Smith has an artist endorsement from Hartke Amplifiers  Samson Wireless  Shure

Steve Brown has an artist endorsement from EVH HeadRush,FU-Tone,CHarvel,Jackson,Morley,Wornstar Clothing, Learn Guitars, DiMarzio,Tech 21 FLY RIG, In Tune,D'Angelico NY, Kerly*Music, Dean Markely, Dunlop, DigiTech, Guitar Fetish

John O.Reilly has an artist endorsement from Remo     Mapex  Drums

Scott Kelly has an artist endorsement from Korg Keyboards.

 

 

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