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Henry Nicola
vocals and trombone

Henry brings talent and experience to NoJo. He was influenced by Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Chicago and Freddie Mercury.  Henry studied music at Northern Illinois University and was a member of the nationally known, N.I.U. Jazz Ensemble. He has performed along side guest artists like Maynard Ferguson, Rufus Reid, Lou Marini and Bill Chase. He has done studio work and conducts private instruction on trombone and baritone. Henry has performed in bands for over 24 years. He performed with the rock band Orange Whip.




Larry Juricic
vocals and guitars

He is one of the area's most respected guitarist. Larry has been playing guitar since the age of 12. He was influenced by the Big Band Era and the Beatles. He studied guitar with jazz and studio great, Howard Roberts. Larry has played with area bands like The Big Apple Band and Contra Band. He also currently performs with the band Vintage Wood. He is an original member of NoJo. He's been with the band for 10 years. Larry has over 20 years of studio experience and is one of the area's most sought after session players. He has performed as a sideman for area talent, producers and contractors. He is also a good performer on lead and backround vocals.

Joel Moore
tenor saxophone

Chicago native Joel Moore is a highly talented tenor saxophonist. He has received music degrees from the University of New Orleans, Berklee College of Music and The Boston Conservatory. He performs in and judges jazz festivals throughout the Chicagoland area. Joel has performed along side guest artists like Arturo Sandovai and Maynard Ferguson. He is on the faculty at Benedictine University, Lewis University and Prairie State College. Joel has toured the United States and Europe and recorded The Third Degree (Sea Breeze Records) in Nashville with acclaimed jazz trombonist John Fedchock. He also performs in one of the area's best jazz groups, The Joel Moore Quartet.  

 

Kharis Washington
vocals and bass guitar

Kharis is the soul of NoJo. He is the lead vocalist and the groove in the bass line. Kharis has over 30 years of musical experience and is one of two original NoJo members. He was influenced by Stanley Clarke, Jimi Hendrix, Marcus Miller and Herbie Hancock. Kharis has shared the stage with Tony Williams, Big Twist, The Spinners, Jerry Butler and Kurtis Blow. He has toured the midwest with the bands Contraband and Flash. He is an experienced studio musician. Kharis is a featured player on CD's by Thadeus Project.

Matt Oleshko
keyboards

After performing on bass guitar for a number of years, Matt's been performing on keyboards since the age of 18. He's performed in the bands Stage Left, Brian Stevens Band and Risque. He also has written some of his own material, producing 15 CD's over the last 23 years in Solitary Sounds Studio. Matt's influences include John Jarvis, Steve Morse and Jon Lord of Deep Purple fame. His keyboards produce all the sounds and patches that has allowed NoJo to expand it's musical repetoire. Matt's an excellent keyboard player and is right on with all the parts. He's NoJo's newest member.

Bob Militello
drums and percussion

Bob is the heartbeat of NoJo. He's locked in and rock steady. Bob has over 30 years of musical experience. He has toured with bands and done studio work. He is a versatile drummer, being strong with all styles of music. Bob is trained on keyboards. He has performed with popular area bands like Karen Isberg, Liz Rodgers and Touch, and Joy Ride. He performed with the rock bands Orange Whip and Ryte Az Rain. Bob is well known for his dynamic drum solos. He wows them everytime. His kit is made up with the best in drums and percussion from Pearl, Zildjian, Sabian, Latin Percussion and Promark. Bob is serious about his drums.

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    NoJo
    Phone: (815) 274-1762
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