Having grown up in Detroit during the Motown
era, Paravantes, took his time becoming interested in the swing-jazz genre.
Now, he says, "It's a passion."
One of his favorite songs to perform
is "Polka Dots and Moonbeams." "Most of those songs are about someone who
lost somebody or is looking for love." Paravantes said he especially enjoys singing
at Excalibur because of its historical ties with the Chairman of the Board.
Sinatra, as a friend of the restaurant's proprietor, was an occasional guest and treated
the other diners to a song or two.
Paravantes said he loves to perform
"anywhere that there are a lot of people, because I enjoy people. This is a really
giving profession."
By Mary Beth Collver
Rated as a "Top Pick Must See" on DigitalCity
| Jim
Paravantes' Jazz, Swing and Sinatra |
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The second coming of
Ol' Blue Eyes.
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Jim Paravantes' Sinatra
cover act is perfect for the atmosphere inside Southfield's Excalibur.
In fact, Old Blue Eyes himself once ordered ribs from the restaurant's
kitchen -- while living in California. Accompanied by a tight
three-piece band that includes his wife as a percussionist, Paravantes
has filled the air at the Excalibur with the sweet sounds of Sinatra's
swing since the summer of 2000. His sound goes perfectly with the
restaurants array of steaks and seafood entrees.
By Brian C.
Louwers (DigitalCity)
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