Mark Camilleri

There are so many people in the world who have been quoted as saying "music is a part of life." However, everyone in the world who knows Mark Camilleri knows that for him, music is life.

Mark’s entire professional life embraces music. As a Music Director, Pianist, Composer, Arranger, Accompanist, Engineer, Producer, Conductor, or Recording Studio Owner, Mark has encountered nothing but great success. This success can be attributed not only to his talent, but also a work ethic devoted to always improving and providing the best. All of this is evidenced by the amazing opportunities and experiences that Mark has had (see below).

Outside of his career, Mark is surrounded by his loving family. His wife Louise, (a talented and accomplished vocalist, dancer and actor) and his two sons, Andrew and Adrian.

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THEATRE CREDITS

Pollyanna (Music Supervisor/ Orchestrator)
Rock of Ages (Supervising Music Director)
Bend It Like Beckham (Music Director)
Jukebox Hero (Music Director/ Orchestrator)
Nine in concert (Music Director)
Secret Garden in concert (Music Director)
West Side Story (Music Director)
The Lorax (Music Director)
The Toxic Avenger (Music Director)
Funny Girl (Music Director)
Hair (Music Director)
A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum (Music Director)
Spelling Bee (Music Director)
Mamma Mia (Music Director)
Dirty Dancing (Ass. Music Director)
Pirates of Penzance (Composer)

ORCHESTRATIONS/ARRANGER

The Toronto Symphony (PBS Special)
Queen for a Day (Musical)
Brian Stokes Mitchell
Jane Krakowski
Come Fly With Me (Broadway Musical)
To Life (Musical)
Upper Canada Chorus
Martin Short
Audra McDonald
Triple Sensation

CONCERTS/TELEVISION

Seven Veils Film (Orchestrator/ Conductor)
Broadway Nights with Brooke Lynn Hytes (Conductor and Orchestrator)
Family Guy Live (Pianist)
The Tenors (Music Director)
The Canadian Screen Actors Awards (Music Director)
Paul Anka (Pianist)
Celine Dion (Pianist on Opera)
David Foster (Music Director for PBS Special)
Pan Am Games Toronto (Featured Pianist)
Show Choir Canada (Judge)
Il Divo (Conductor)
The Priests (Music Director for American Tour)
Andrea Bocelli (Pianist)
Jeff Beck & Eric Clapton (Synth)
Holiday Festival on Ice with Kurt Browning (Music Director)
The Very Very Best of Broadway with Marvin Hamlisch (Conductor)
Triple Sensation (Music Director and Orchestrator)

CONTRACTING

Ain’t Too Proud (Musical)
Cats (Musical)
The Last Ship (Musical)
Sound of Music (Musical)
Bat Out Of Hell (Musical)
The Tenors Christmas Together (Universal Recording/PBS Filming)
Sousatzka (Musical)
The Last Ship (Musical)

Mark Camilleri and the CT Project

I first met Mark Camilleri on an advertising assignment for Johnnie Walker. It was immediately clear we were both over qualified for the job. He for his incredible piano-playing ability and me for the simple fact that no one should have to sing Karaoke in liquor stores wearing horse riding pants. True story.

As the years passed, we (ok “he”) matured as a musician, an arranger, a producer and most of all as a human being. Happily for me though, he has never lost his sense of humor which, if it were going to school, would be somewhere between pre-kindergarten and grade 2.
To hear the complicated arrangements and see the speed at which he works with other incredibly talented musicians is too much for a comedian’s brain to grasp. But to be able to work alongside him, when our busy schedules permit is like playing hockey with Gretzky, painting with Picasso or committing fraud with Bernie Madoff.

I would say the completion of this first installment of the CT Project fills me with “Glee”, but then I would be sued forcefully and immediately by Fox Network. Plus the music is more mature than traditional pop. Meaning the musicians involved actually played musical instruments.
Plus the vocals of Louise Camilleri? Well, let’s just say if you don’t have Barry White available, put this on I guarantee you’re making babies. Even if you’re by yourself.
So I’ll just say I am very proud to be associated with the CT Project and if you are a lover of really amazing real music you will really love this. And that is not a topic up for debate!

STEVE PATTERSON
- Host of CBC’s “The Debaters”,
- Hearty supporter of “Mark Camilleri and the CT Project”, - Permanent Account Receivable of IMAGINE Sound

Every time I get to Toronto, I always find myself in the musical presence of Mark Camilleri, or as I call him, “Mr. Canada.” He seems to be a “one man does it all musical powerhouse” whether he’s conducting, or playing keyboards, or arranging.

Now everyone who listens to this CD will understand what I am talking about. His band is first rate, the vocals are neat and sexy, and all the listener needs to do is grab a bottle of wine, enjoy a sip or two, and relax.
Easy? You betcha!

MARVIN HAMLISCH
- Musician/Composer
- Emmy, Grammy, Tony, Oscar, Pulitzer Prize and Golden Globe winner.

Mark Camilleri: Piano
Louise Camilleri: Voice
Tony Zorzi: Guitars
Jon Maharaj: Basses
Mark Inneo: Drums
Joaquin Hidalgo: Percussion

Recoreded, Mixed & Mastered by Mark Camilleri at IMAGINE Sound Studios

This CD is a result of 6 individuals who eat and drink together. Who watch UFC, vacation and get married together. Who live together, have kids together and renovate together. This CD is the result of 6 friends who play together.

The Ct Project From the Top Left to Bottom Right: Jon Maharaj, Tony Zorzi, Louise Camilleri Mark Inneo, Mark Camilleri, Joaquin Hidalgo — The Ct Project
From the Top Left to Bottom Right:
Jon Maharaj, Tony Zorzi, Louise Camilleri
Mark Inneo, Mark Camilleri, Joaquin Hidalgo

Selected Performances

Play Me, I'm Yours (Fast Fingers)

One of 10 pianists invited to play for the Opening of the Pan Am Games in Toronto.

Selections from Claude Bolling's Suite for Flute and Jazz Piano Trio. Performing with flutist Samantha Chang at the Royal Conservatory of Music, Koerner Hall.