ABOUT

ABOUT RESTLESS HEARTS 

Restless Hearts formed in 2020 when George and Jeanmarie combined their shared interest in music to become a performing duet. 

George has been playing guitar since he was 12 years old. As a child of his generation, his influences include the Beatles, Stones, Dylan, Simon and Garfunkel, and the genres of folk, blues, R&B, pop, and rock.

Jeanmarie’s story is a little different. She is a professional vocalist, with experience in opera and a career in music education. Besides singing, she is a talented multi-instrumentalist playing keyboard, accordion, and percussion.

Over time, Restless Hearts added Gavin on bass and Dryden on drums and percussion.

Gavin is a quick study on the bass and has a broad and deep appreciation of popular music. He adds to the vocal mix with his clear, Celtic voice. 

Dryden is a sought after, virtuoso percussionist with special expertise in vibraphone. And he sings! The joy is obvious when you see him smile as he performs.

Restless Hearts is a versatile ensemble. They can perform as a duet, a trio, or as full band depending on the situation and the venue. You can call on Restless Hearts for anything from small, private parties to large public events.

BIOS

Jeanmarie, George, Gavin, and Dryden 

Jeanmarie is the former music director at St. Paul Parish and the former music teacher at St. Paul Catholic School, both in Colorado Springs.  She has directed several choirs. Jeanmarie holds master’s degrees in both music and teaching. Her training and experience in music includes professional opera. She is also an accomplished pianist. Jeanmarie is a spontaneous, creative performer, especially adept at blended vocal harmony. 

George is a practicing physician/ophthalmologist.  He has a long-standing passion for music and diverse experience with performing. George plays guitar and sings.  He collaborates with different musicians in Colorado Springs and is the producer of the Everything for Sight concert that supports indigent eye care in El Paso County. George has performed at the Telluride Blues Festival.  

Gavin is the language arts teacher for the middle school and drama instructor at St. Paul Catholic School. He is an accomplished writer and playwright. Self-taught on the guitar, Gavin now plays bass for Restless Hearts and provides vocals. His musical influences include Radiohead, Pink Floyd, and Les Claypool.

Dryden is a graduate of Adams State University. He teaches high school music and provides private lessons in Colorado Springs. Dryden plays in several orchestras and bands in both Colorado Springs and Pueblo. He is a multi-percussionist with expertise and a special focus on the vibraphone. In addition to music, Dryden’s interests include cooking and cuisine.

UPCOMING SHOWS

Previous events

Electric Moonlight

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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs

Join Restless Hearts at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for a night of live music during the zoo's special event, Electric Moonlight. This all-inclusive event also features food and alcohol samplings, light sculptures, and a holiday-themed drone show.

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Feb6

RESTLESS HEARTS will perform in the store during the Colorado Co-op's Valentine Day promotional event. Musical theme... LOVE!

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