The Four Freshmen group bios BOB FERREIRA auditioned for The Four Freshmen in 1992 for bass voice and percussion,while a music student at Central Washington University. The group asked Ferreira to join, presenting him with a difficult decision of whether or not to leave his academics behind in lieu of a career in entertainment. Bob is still pleased with his decision and has not looked back since. H enjoys being part of such an iconic musical legacy having performed in fifty states, ten countries, and on nine Freshmen recordings. When not on the road with The Four Freshmen, Ferreira occasionally freelances as a drummer in Las Vegas. TOMMY BOYNTON is the newest member of The Four Freshmen, singing 1st tenor and playing bass. Growing up in Aurora, Co., his musical journey began in the 3rd grade, singing in a children’s chorus, and studying piano and drums. Tommy’s love for music lead him to Phil Mattson’s prestigious School for Music Vocations in Creston, Iowa. He then graduated from the New England Conservatory in Boston, MA, where he studied with Dominique Eade and Ran Blake. Boynton continued to share his love and passion for music by returning to SMV to teach. Tommy has shared the stage with several Grammy nominated musicians, including jazz pianist Fred Hersch, and critically acclaimed jazz vocalist Kate McGarry. While on the road, he does miss his kitties, Alice and Little Brother, more than anything. STEIN MALVEY sings the 2nd tenor and plays guitar with The Four Freshmen. He began his musical journey at age four, studying piano at St. Olaf College in his hometown of Northfield, MN. Growing restless with classical repertoire, he discovered guitar at age 12, and fell in love. Just two years later he was playing guitar professionally. He graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in guitar performance from Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. Stein spent years in both the New York and Minneapolis music scenes, recording and touring with groups in many genres: rock, pop, r&b, soul, funk, jazz, country, and avant-garde. When he isn’t touring with The Four Freshmen, Stein lives in Los Angeles. CURTIS CALDERON was born and raised in San Antonio. He joined the Four Freshmen in 2001 and has loved every minute of playing for audiences throughout the US and world. He began playing trumpet at the age of eleven and was already working shows by the time he hit high school. After high school he continued right on and toured with various big bands including the Glenn Miller Orchestra. He sings Baritone and plays trumpet/flugelhorn with The Four Freshmen. On his time off he loves spending time with his family and is part of a non-profit that plays for nursing homes and retirement centers. www.4freshmen.com THE FOUR FRESHMEN WHAT THEY ARE SAYING “An Ultra talented Quartet of Vocalists” The Wall Street Journal "I have loved the Freshmen harmony since the first time I heard them. They are my favorite band to watch perform live." Brian Wilson “I am a big fan! Love listening!” Vic Damone “The Four Freshmen have endured for the simple reason that they are tops in their Charlesclass.” Osgood “...singing a super-tight, ultra-hip four-part harmony over a foundation of straight-ahead jazz… borderline magical, downright electric, inducing chills.” Palm Beach Daily News “This group is so talented, even more so than the original. They bring a new kind of presence to the stage.” PalmBeacher "The Four Freshmen harmonies are something you don't hear a lot. It's very jazzy and takes you on a melodic journey in your soul. Even to this day they still are killing it with their music and their comedic timing on stage! You need to go see them live!"- Casey Abrams “Unisons, harmonies, open voicings, movable inner parts—all so beautiful and so, so modern. The Four Freshmen of today are as good as the band during the Ken Albers days. ... the good news is the Four Freshmen are still making great music.” Tim Hauser The Manhattan Transfer •Downbeat Magazine has honored the group with its prestigious Best Vocal Group Award 1953, 1954, 1955, 1956, 1958, 2001 •JazzTimes awarded The Four Freshmen its top Jazz Award~ Best Vocal Group in 2003, 2005, 2007 •2001 induction into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame sharing company with ABBA, Bee Gees and the Beach Boys •2010 Satchmo Award from the Jazz Club of Sarasota •2013 The Four Freshmen receive a Star on the “Walk of Stars” in Palm Springs •Bragging rights to over 75 albums, an overwhelming 70 top selling singles, and 6 Grammy Nominations. 4FRESHMEN.COM ALWAYS FANTASTIC, STAYING SIMPLE & TRUE THE FOUR FRESHMEN MASTERS OF HARMONY Singing with a harmony uniquely their own, The Four Freshmen have enamored listeners world-wide for 65 years, while gaining recognition as one of the most influential vocal groups of all time. Their tight-knit sound inspired The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson, The Mamas & The Papas, Frankie Valli and the Manhattan Transfer. It all started in 1948, when four college freshmen crafted a unique style of vocal harmony that soon caught the ear of the great bandleader Stan Kenton. Kenton was responsible for bringing the Freshmen to Capitol Records, where they would eventually record 23 albums, thrusting them into the national spotlight. In 65 years, The Freshmen have recorded over 75 albums, 70 top selling singles, and received 6 Grammy Nominations. The four have toured constantly since their inception, continuing to perform to sold out audiences around the globe. As the faces changed through the years, the integrity of the sound created by the original guys has been meticulously maintained. Die-hard fans and former members alike have agreed that the current lineup; Bob Ferreira, Tommy Boynton, Stein Malvey and Curtis Calderon, are second to none. While paying tribute to such classic Freshmen favorites as “Day By Day” and “Blue World,” the current group also continues to bring new arrangements to their live shows and recordings. Their latest endeavor, “Live at the Franklin Theatre”, features the audience Favorites like “Route 66”, “Graduation Day” and “Poinciana”. The Freshmen shine on brand new arrangements of “Give Me The Simple Life” and “Now You Know”. As four amazing musical talents, their show is one not to be missed! Whether accompanied by a big band, symphony orchestra or self-contained; their youth, vitality, and talent adds a modern twist of elegance to a time- honored sound. Day By Day Route 66 In this Whole Wide World Poinciana Just A Gigolo/ I Ain’t Got Nobody Pick Up Your Tears It’s A Blue World Now You Know Charmaine Cold Cold Heart Give me The Simple Life The Day Isn’t Long Enough Graduation Day The Four Freshmen Bringing Swing To Your Season America’s most enduring vocal group. Headlining concerts around the globe from Moscow to Manhattan. Their repertoire includes a variety of pop and jazz standards from the Great American Songbook Classics. Four amazing musical talents. Their show is not to be missed! Their youth, vitality and talent adds an unforgettable twist of elegance to an already unmistakable sound. The Four Freshmen are true masters of harmony! “An ultra talented quartet of vocalists.” “Long live The Four Freshmen. May they never graduate!” Wall Street Journal “I have loved the Freshmen harmonies since the first time I heard them. They are my favorite band to watch perform live.” Brian Wilson founder of the Beach Boys “... singing a super-tight, ultra-hip four part harmony...” borderline magical, downright electric....” Palm Beach Daily News 4Freshmen.com In Harmony: The Four Freshmen perform at the Redondo Union High Auditorium on Feb. 10 Wednesday, February 4, 2015 Michael Hixon With songs like “Graduation Day,” “Day by Day” and “It’s a Blue World,” The Four Freshmen have been entertaining audiences with their vocal harmonies for 67 years. While the last original member retired more than 20 years ago, the current incarnation of the group still travels the country that includes a stop at the Redondo Union High Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 10. The jazz vocal band was an inspiration for groups like The Beach Boys and The Manhattan Transfer. The Four Freshmen have featured The Four Freshmen were 24 members and more than 20 different lineups in their long history. formed and are still going Vocalist and drummer Bob Ferreira joined in 1992 when original lead strong 67 years later. singer Bob Flanagan was retiring. He was mentored by Flanagan, who stayed with the group in a managerial and ownership capacity until his death in 2011, and drummer and baritone Ross Barber, who retired from The Four Freshmen in the 1970s but continued to be a supporter of the group. “When I got the opportunity to audition, playing drums and singing, I was like, ‘Wow, that’s great,” Ferreira said. “Of course, it’s such an iconic group, for a 22-year-old, that’s quite an amazing thing and I guess one of those landmark moments in one’s life when you are able to land a job that is something you love to do. I was very fortunate and still feel fortunate to be doing it for this long.” Two days after their performance in Redondo, they will record their concert at the Newport Beach Marriott, a show, like the one in Redondo, that features classics and new material. Ferreira said The Four Freshmen is like “constant car maintenance.” “What we do is so unique. There are hardly any vocal groups out there who sing four-part vocal harmony, especially the intricate harmony that we sing, but also play instruments at the same time,” Ferreira said.