Artist Information Biography HERE'S THE VIBE; Out of New Smyrna Beach, Florida, Minister Theory draws from many different musical styles and influences; a soulful, feel-good band that smacks of Motown, Funk, R&B, Groove, and Rock influences.  They are sure to satisfy a broad audience of music lovers everywhere and their message effectively reaches out to people in all walks of faith and life. Minister Theory also performs cover songs; various classics and current hits with Minister Theory's flavor. Superior sounds that bring people to their feet and move to the groove. "Gina is by far one of the most amazingly talented vocalists to ever come to Berklee. She has catapulted Berklee into the television and media spotlight by winning (three times!) Amateur Night at the Apollo. Besides having an active schedule as a full time student, student employee, session singer and competition finalist... I believe that Gina Cuchetti will be the most illustrious artist from Berklee since Paula Cole."   ~ Robert Bloodworth Career Development Center Coordinator, Berklee College of Music (Boston) With infectious melodies, positive lyrics, and solid rhythm beds, the members of Minister Theory strive to continually reach out to others with their positive message through their talents and music.  Through powerful music and lyrics, Minister Theory is able to reach out to the youth and young adults that are struggling with the many worldly issues that bombard and preoccupy them everyday.  Their music is a way to minister to others positively in a style of media that is very powerful and attractive to these young and vital generations.  Minister Theory's extensive musical and educational backgrounds lends to their excitement of "giving back."  Every member in the band not only had formal musical training, but have also played and performed music for a majority of their lives, aiding in their efforts to fulfill their mission. FOR MORE INFORMATION GO TO OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.MINISTERTHEORY.COM INDIVIDUAL BIOS: GINA CUCHETTI (vocals, piano) Born the youngest of ten into a musical family group, the first five years of Gina's life were spent on stage and traveling in a bus.  Gina began showing an interest in music and performing pretty much from day one of her life.  Gina's life was encompassed by music.  While in Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary School, Gina was involved in church cantering, talent shows, played saxophone in the band, and stood out even at such a young age as an obvious performer.  The continuation of her love and involvement with music lasted through high school and on to college.  In 1998, Gina entered the Berklee College of Music, where she earned her Bachelor Of Music Degree in vocal performance.  During her studies at Berklee, Gina was involved in numerous performances including Show Time At The Apollo in New York.  She also had the privilege to picked to perform in the annual Berklee Singers Showcase for all four years of her college career.  After graduation in 2002, Gina became a vocal and piano instructor at the family's music school in New Smyrna Beach, Florida.  She continued her involvement in the church as the director of the children's choir at Epiphany Catholic Church in Port Orange, FL and now is currently a  full time song leader at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in New Smyrna Beach.  CHRIS CUCHETTI (drums, vocals) Gina's brother, Chris, was born in Detroit, Michigan, the second of ten children born in to a very talented musical family.  His mother, Lillian, is a trained opera singer and His father, Richard, is trained in classical music and is an accomplished trumpet player; playing in the Detroit Symphony and was also an accomplished jazz trumpeter; playing on many of the Motown recordings and leading his own big band orchestras.  Chris began his musical career at a very early age, learning many different types of instruments.  He played in his school bands and at about age nine, Chris's family formed a traveling musical family act named the "Conti Family". Throughout his formative years Chris traveled and performed with his family all throughout the country.  They performed at fairs, festivals, shopping malls, and even did major conventions.  The great performer, Danny Thomas, discovered the "Conti Family" and had them perform with him in Las Vegas.  Soon the Conti Family became one of the most sought after acts in the country. Chris took on most of the drumming duties in the family act.  The "Conti Family" stopped touring after sixteen fulfilling years.  During this time in his life, Chris remained faithful to his Catholic upbringing and stayed very active in his local church Sacred Heart. He was involved in the music ministry and the youth ministry.  He became assistant band leader to his father at Father Lopez Catholic High School in Daytona Beach and also taught at four other Catholic schools in the area.  Chris loves working with the youth and teaching them the joy that music can bring.  Chris and his wife, Irene, after completing a three year Pastoral Ministries program became the head youth ministers at Sacred Heart Church, initiating one of the finest youth programs in the area. In 2006, Chris, along with his brother Tony, his sister Gina, and two friends formed Minister Theory. TONY CUCHETTI (guitar, vocals, percussion) Anthony "Tony" Cuchetti, was born in Detroit, Michigan, as well.  His mother almost literally took him from the hospital to the family's touring bus and onto the next performance.  It was at these performances, while sleeping in a cradle next to his mother on stage, that he most definitely began his love for music.  Since that time Anthony has loved and cherished all aspects of music.  Throughout elementary school Anthony was active in many school musicals, and was even a part of the church music ministry.  Anthony also got to "sit in" with his father and older brothers at some of their night club gigs in town absorbing the rich jazz, blues, and many other musical styles.  Anthony continued his musical endeavors while attending Mount Saint Mary's College in Maryland, and Jacksonville University in Jacksonville, Florida where he graduated with a degree in graphic design. Anthony began pursuing his music with great vigor and continues to do so to this day.  Minister Theory is Anthony's latest project and he is grateful that he has the opportunity to play music with his family and friends. JAIME HOLLIS (saxophone) Jaime Hollis knew at the age of eight that he wanted to play the saxophone.  Born in Kennasaw, Georgia, Jaime moved to Deland Florida when he was very young.  His mother noticed his interest in saxophone and allowed him to pursue his talent. Since then Jaime has flourished into one of the finest sax players around.  His versatility is boundless and his love for all types of music definitely adds to the wide range of styles he is capable of playing.  Jaime has played professionally for most of his adult life as a member of various country, R&B, soul, rock, jazz and gospel groups.  He has also been very active in his church, spreading God's word through his music.  He volunteers to this day at many church and charity events.  Jaime met Tony Cuchetti, (Minister Theory guitarist) in 2000 while they were working together in a local print shop.  Jaime soon joined Tony's original rock band, Casual Folklor, and the rest is history.  They have been playing music together ever since then in some facet.  Jaime co-founded and is an active member of Minister Theory.  He hopes to continue to make great music with the group and touch the hearts of as many people as he can, in a positive way. TOBI DRENTWETT (bass, keyboard): Tobias "Tobi" Drentwett is a multi talented showman.  Proficient on the piano, drums, various percussion instruments, and guitar, Tobi never ceases to impress. Besides being a multifaceted musician, Tobi is also an accomplished actor; performing in a variety of musical theater plays, and variety shows.  He brings to any form of entertainment, a solid foundation of groove, complimented by a colorful veneer of ideas and sounds.  Born in Kelheim, Germany, and later moving on to Munich, Tobi learned at an early age, of his love for Be-Bop and soul music.  His talents were honed in his school plays and choirs and his extensive training at Hamburg and Cologne Music Colleges and spening many years gigging with a multitude of musicians throughout Germany and Brazil.  It was in these formative years that Tobi became proficient in jazz, Latin, funk, groove, and even learned to speak five different languages.  In 2004, Tobi became a permanent Orlando, Florida resident and continues to play with local acts and stage shows.  Minister Theory is Tobi's latest endeavor and has proven thus far to produce some great musical chemistry.  His love for God shines through his enthusiasm for reaching out and playing for Him and others. For more info; WWW.MYSPACE.COM/MINISTERTHEORY WWW.MINISTERTHEORY.COM WWW.SHOUTLIFE.COM/MINISTERTHEORY Instrumentation Gina Cuchetti - vocals/piano Chris Cuchetti - drums/vocals Tony Cuchetti - guitar/vocals/percussion Jaime Hollis - saxaphone Tobi Drentwett - keyboards/bass Discography Beautiful Life - 2008 Links http://www.ministertheory.com LandShark Lager Battle of the Bands Voting Website MySpace Facebook ShoutLife