Our Approach
Gil Machin
A contemporary guitarist and song stylist from the Tampa Bay area. Gil Machin’s unique performance style reflects Tropical and South American influences in all his music that ranges from Jazz and Latin to “Crossover Pop.” The heartfelt sound of his nylon string guitar, blended with the sound of his captivating voice, creates a unique entertainment experience for music enthusiasts. Gil began his musical career in the Latin Quarter of Tampa, FL known as “Ybor City” where he was first introduced to Spanish guitar playing styles by the locals. He transformed this playing style to contemporary music and has traveled throughout the United States performing and entertaining audiences with a primary presence in Central and South Florida. His passion for the guitar and his song stylings compliment his repertoire defined as contemporary smooth jazz with an upbeat feeling and Latin influences.
Our Story
Gil Machin and the Company II
Gil Machin
Guitar and Vocals
A contemporary guitarist and song stylist from the Tampa Bay area. Gil Machin’s unique performance style reflects Tropical and South American influences in all his music that ranges from Jazz and Latin to “Crossover Pop.” The heartfelt sound of his nylon string guitar, blended with the sound of his captivating voice, creates a unique entertainment experience for music enthusiasts. Gil began his musical career in the Latin Quarter of Tampa, FL known as “Ybor City” where he was first introduced to Spanish guitar playing styles by the locals. He transformed this playing style to contemporary music and has traveled throughout the United States performing and entertaining audiences with a primary presence in Central and South Florida. His passion for the guitar and his song stylings compliment his repertoire defined as contemporary smooth jazz with an upbeat feeling and Latin influences.
Doug "Doc" Werner
Percussionist
Born in Erie, PA, Doug has made Tampa his home since 1984. Doug excels in a multitude of percussion instruments to include congas, bongos, and tabla. He is also a proficient Sitarist, having studied with internationally recognized star, Roop Verna. Doug began playing music at the young age of 5. But it wasn’t until the “jazz” bug hit that he turned his interest to percussions. Here in Tampa he had the great fortune to study with Ramon Lopez, percussionist for the Stan Kenton Band and is now much sought after by touring groups when that special sparkle is needed to their shows. Locally he has performed and recorded with vocalist Belinda Womack and then guitarist Richey Kicklighter, recording 3 albums and touring for several years, before joining the stage with Gil Machin for more than 10 years now.
Kenny Anderson
Sax, Flute and Vocals
A native of Dunedin, FL, earned his music degree at the University of Miami. Since graduation he gained national and international acclaim and success with touring groups such as; Tom Jones (11 years as the brass section leader and soloist), Arturo Sandoval (4 years as musical director for Cuban-born trumpeter and composer), Gloria Estefan (7 years), Tower of Power, Deana Martin (daughter of Dean Martin) and Joe Piscopo (of Saturday Night Live fame). Kenny is currently an adjunct music professor at Eckerd College and recently toured with the Marshall Tucker band, the Broadway Play “Get on Your Feet!”, and the Alan Carman Project.