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Amaryllis Santiago

Amaryllis Santiago aka The Latin Phoenix ®™ is a GRAMMY & LARAS Artist Voting member, and former Governor for the Philadelphia Chapter of the Recording Academy.

She was invited to serve as a Member with HACC-Central PA Community College Music Industry Advisory Board.

She has embarked on two projects that will position her in the Smooth Jazz R&B market and the Latin Salsa market.

Ray Fry, Lyricist and CEO of Midas King Productions, located in London, UK and Grammy Award winning Italian producer `Giampaolo Pasquile`, Russian composer and producer `George Shashin`, UK composer `Andy Gatford`, Seasoned Jazz composer `Steve (Jai) Johnson`, US composer `Dave Haertel` are currently engaged in co- writing her next Jazz R&B Album which is due to be released by Play records in February 2015. (Raymond Fry, London UK- http://www.midaskingproductions.com/) (Giampaolo Pasquile, Michele Garruti of Play Records, Milan Italy. http://www.justpushplay.it/)

Amaryllis Santiago aka The Latin Phoenix ®™ is a GRAMMY & LARAS Artist Voting member, and former Governor for the Philadelphia Chapter of the Recording Academy.

She was invited to serve as a Member with HACC-Central PA Community College Music Industry Advisory Board.

She has embarked on two projects that will position her in the Smooth Jazz R&B market and the Latin Salsa market.

A Salsa EP will be released in early 2015.

Both projects have an amazing collaboration of talented GRAMMY, LATIN GRAMMY, Billboard Chart Artists and musicians.

Her recent CD, “No Me Doy Por Vencida” was Nominated and won Best Latin/Brazilian Music Award in the first GHP Radio Virtual Music Awards in 2014.

The CD was also submitted to the 14th Latin Grammy (r) 2013 “For Consideration,” in 3 different categories. The single, “No Me Doy Por Vencida” reached #34 in The Tropical Latin Charts. (Allmusic.com/Mediabase)

“Me Gusta Tu Baile” Patti LaBelle Cover received Limelight Cover Song of The Year in 2010. http://limelighttest.wordpress.com/page/2/)

Her first CD, “The Next Level” received a Special Mention in Cannes, France at the MIDEM Music Conference as being the First Latin Jazz Latina to have 2 songs in the Top 10 MIDEM PREVIEW Magazine in 2008. (#6-Simply Me and #10 VFW.)

Her company, Syllirama Entertainment, LLC, produced the Jose Feliciano “World Tour 2013” at The Forum Auditorium in Harrisburg, PA, where she also performed as his Special Guest.

She released her Self-Published Book, “Poetry From Within” in 2010.

She is currently working towards her PhD and earned a dual MA degree in Music and Third Sector Leadership, and her B.S., in Community and Human Services.

She has a passion for community, music and writing.

Her vision and goal is to affirm that dreams can come true by hard work, discipline, honesty, and being true to oneself.

DISCOGRAPHY “No Me Doy Por Vencida “ CD-2012 Besame Mucho-Single 2010 Sabor Latino EP- 2010 Sabor Latino CD-2010 Mystique CD- 2008 The Next Level CD-2006. (In 2006 France Midem Preview Top 10 Charts. #6-Simply Me and #10-VFW)

SELF-PUBLISHED AUTHOR “EXTRAOrdinary Music Love”-TBA “Poetry From Within”-2009 Self-Published Book Author (A collection of writings since the 8th Grade)

INTERVIEWS and APPEARANCES ****WLXE1600 and Karaoke Show w/The Enrique Show-2013 **LaNueva88.7 FM “El Baul De La Salsa”, NY-2013 **Feature Story in London, UK. On Breaking Artist, with Host TAXMAN forhttp://breakingartists.co.uk/independentchartshow/-201 3 **Feature Story in PartyFiestaDCMagazine- (http://techdmv.com/noticias)-2013 **Feature Story in Entérate! Dmv-2013 **Talento Local Internacional TV Interview-2012 **2012 Premio Juventud Awards VIP Special Guest with Award Honoree Viti Ruiz-New York **La MEGA Radio Interview with “El Cocolo”-Connecticut- 2012 **Puerto Rican Parade with La MEGA-Hartford, Connecticut- 2012 **1140 am La Puertoriquenisima Radio Interview- Connecticut **Behind the Lines TV Interview w/Diane Dayton, Blue Ridge Channel-2012 **New York Puerto Rican Parade Float (Patillas, PR) -2011 **Duet with Nino Segarra -”Porque Te Amo”-Berks Salsa Fest- 2011 **2010 Comcast Tropicalisimo-Reading, PA **2010 Centro Musical Radio Interview-Philadelphia, PA **2010, 2007, 2006-Radio Interview at Smooth Jazz 92.7 FM w/Paul Scott **2008-DINE OUT Fund Raiser @Molly's Restaurant Channel 21- Lancaster, PA **2006-Radio Interview-1400 The Touch w/Shaashawn Dial

EDUCATION Master Degree (Music & Third Sector Leadership)-2008 Bachelor of Science (Community & Human Services)-2005

MEMBERSHIPS ASCAP The Latin Recording Academy (Voting Member) The Recording Academy (Governor and Voting Member 2011- 2013 for the Philadelphia Chapter)

Awards

AWARDS and ACCOLADES 2014-Best Latin/Brazilian GHP Nomination & Award 2014-Millenium Music Conference Panel Speaker 2014-Lehigh Valley Music Awards 15th year Co-Host 2013-PA Governor Advisory Commission on Latino Affairs- Talent Judge 2013-PA Governor Corbett Proclamation Letter 2013-Honorary Chair 10th Anniversary Estamos Unidos Gala 2010-Limelight Favorite Cover Song of the year Award (http://limelighttest.wordpress.com/page/2/) 2007-Best Latin Artist of the Year-Central PA Hip Hop Awards 2006-France Midem Preview Top 10 Charts. #6-Simply Me and #10-VFW

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Take Five With Amaryllis Santiago

Amaryllis is the perfect example of devotion and creativity. She is an immaculate vocalist who gives her all for each show. It has been a real pleasure and honor to work onstage with her, and I hope to do more in the very near future. Brett Jolly Brett Jolly at Melodygram

Much more than an entertainer, Amaryllis has a heart for people. She is serious about her craft and is focused on helping others achieve their dreams. She is creative, driven, committed, loves living, and I know only greater things are in her future. Sonya Toler Director of Communications, People For Peduto

Amaryllis is a true artist and professional woman

Amaryllis is a true artist and professional woman. I have known her through different networking circles and have had the pleasure of hearing her perform here, at the Arts Hotel. I would highly recommend Amaryllis for any musical performance, and attest to her most professional character. Mara Sultan Senior Sales Manager at Pennsylvania Dutch Convention and Visitors Bureau

Amaryllis is the true definition of an ambassador and advisor. She has been stellar connecting the Chapter with the music making community, has been an outstanding resource to everyone around her, and her passion for music and musicians is undeniable! Mark Schulz Executive Director at The Recording Academy

Amaryllis Santiago is a very accomplished, creative and passionate professional recording artist and someone who respects and honors those with whom she works. Her collaboration with other professionals and her own unique genre of music are exciting and enjoyable. She uses her many gifts to help others and has provided countless joyful experiences for her live and listening audiences. I highly recommend Amaryllis Santiago and her talents to prospective clients who are seeking an artful and special entertainment experience. Glenn Ebersole Strategic Vice President, Business Development/Marketing at Hollenbach Construction, Inc.

Amaryllis, Is a very talented singer and entertainer. I recommend her talents for any and all engagements. Sal anthony President at Cheese King Music Publishing

Amaryllis is a hardworking professional with a contagious upbeat personality that insights everyone around her to strive harder. Her work ethic and product produced is always of a high quality. Susan Stirling Owner, Womb With A View

Over the past year I have come to know Amaryllis and find out more an more what an amazing, caring, and loving person she is. Amaryllis is very non-judgmental and easy to talk to. She genuinely likes people and seems to have a passion to learn from each person she meets. After meeting Amaryllis I started to listen to her music and immediately recognized her soul coming through her work. I love her voice and can always find something to listen to when I am happy or when I am sad. Milena Safran Naturopathic Doctor and owner at Natural Healing Center,LLC

Amaryllis Santiago is a very talented salsa and jazz composer and singer, with top notch albums such as her most recent album, Sabor Latino. Amaryllis is creative in her musical talents and continues to expand her musical interpretations. Besides all that, she shares her life in written form, publishing “Poetry from Within.” For those fortunate enough to know, they know she is a wonderful and genuine person and friend. Joan Bacon Manager, NI Sales Process and Tools

Amaryllis is sincere, passionate and caring. She lives in integrity, always learning about herself, and interested in her personal growth and development. Rickie Freedman “Reiki by Rickie” ~ Reiki Master/Teacher, P.T. www.ReikiByRickie.com

“It is an honor to serve as entertainment counsel to Amaryllis and Syllirama Entertainment, LLC. It is rare in life to meet someone like Amaryllis who embodies so many wonderful traits. She is more than a client. She is a friend, a colleague, and an inspiration. It is a blessing to witness her vision firsthand.” Christopher J. Cabott, Esq. Law Office of Lloyd Z. Remick/Zane Management, Inc.

With A Little Help From Our Friends: Favorite Cover Songs of 2010 Alex Holz Limelight Artists

Special Mention as the First Latina Jazz To Have two songs on MIDEMS Top 10 Charts “here is the calling card of this vocalist, ranging from Latin jazz to R & B… Roberto Rabbi-Salsa.it! Recesioni (Jan 12, 2011- MUSICA)

Amaryllis Santiago is a refreshly talented artist and remarkable woman worthy of your undivided attention. Dyana Williams Air Personality, 107.9 WRNB Radio One Philadelphia

Amaryllis Santiago is an amazing singer and performer. She sings with confidence, emotion and power. This is clearly an artist worthy of your time and attention. Eugene Foley-Foley Entertainment, Inc.

Amaryllis is a very warm and welcoming person who made me feel at ease with her friends that I’ve never met before. Professionally, she is an amazing singer, covering a diverse range of songs as well as her own well composed originals. She was truly a wonderful person to work with and I would gladly do it again. Anthony Ortega Student, Carnegie Mellon University

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