Bio

[b]Amaryllis discovered a passion for community, music and writing at a very young age. As a result, she has found a way to combine all three. She currently serves on the NARAS Board as an Elected Governor(Philadelphia Chapter) She is a Dual Voting Member for NARAS and LARAS. Her hope, vision, and goal is to let as many people know that dreams can come true through hard work, discipline, dedication, committment, never conform to others, and being true to yourself. She is working on multiple projects at this time. [/b] [color="darkblue"][b]TO LISTEN TO ALL STYLES VISIT: www.reverbnation.com/amaryllissantiago www.syllirama.com (OFFICIAL WEBSITE)[/b][/color] Currently in the studio working on [b]next CD Release, "No Me Doy Por Vencida"[/b] with [b]Erben Perez [/b](http://www.zenproductionstudio.com/) and [b]David DeSoberal [/b](http://www.linkedin.com/pub/david-de-soberal/30/a5a/458) [b][color="darkred"]R&B Project, ReMix of "Dangerous" Single w/Bill Jolly (http://billjolly.com/index2.html) featuring Gerald Veasley on Bass(http://www.geraldveasley.com/index.htm)and Craig White (Engineer, Philadelphia International Records http://www.wdkkradio.com/philadelphia-spotlight/craig-white/)[/color][/b] [b]Her latest CD, "Sabor Latino" made it through the pre-liminary and first round of the Official Voting Ballot for the 54th GRAMMY (r) Awards!! It was a very cool and exciting experience!! (Aaron Levinson (http://rangerecordingstudios.com/blog/staff/)[/b] With the expertise of Chris Cabott (Entertainment Atty) the [b]Syllirama Entertainment, LLC[/b]. was created-2009 [b]DISCOGRAPHY[/b] [b]Sabor Latino[/b]-December 2010 (Salsa, Dance, Tropical with an Original Bonus Track-Olivardarte) [b]Besame Mucho[/b]-November 2010 (Smooth Jazz) [b]Mystique[/b]-2009 Original Music-(Hip Hop, Dance, R&B) [b]The Next Level[/b]-2006 (Original Music-Spoken Word, Jazz, Hip Hop, Dance, R&B) [b]PROFEESIONAL and PRESS REVIEWS [/b] [b]Susan Stirling, Owner, Womb With A View[/b] (business partner) “Amaryllis is a hardworking professional with a contagious upbeat personality that insights everyone around her to strive harder. Her work ethic and product produced is always of a high quality.” January 9, 2012 [b]Rickie Freedman, Owner, "Reiki by Rickie"[/b] (colleague) “Amaryllis is sincere, passionate and caring. She lives in integrity, always learning about herself, and interested in her personal growth and development.” January 8, 2012 [b]Sal Anthony, Musician, Writer, Producer[/b],(colleague) “Amaryllis, Is a very talented singer and entertainer. I recommend her talents for any and all engagements.” January 9, 2012 [b]Joan Bacon, Manager, NI Sales Process and Tools, Schindler Elevator Corporation[/b] “Amaryllis Santiago is a very talented salsa and jazz composer and singer, with top notch albums such as her most recent album, Sabor Latino. Amaryllis is creative in her musical talents and continues to expand her musical interpretations. Besides all that, she shares her life in written form, publishing "Poetry from Within." For those fortunate enough to know Amaryllis, they know she is a wonderful and genuine person and friend.” [b]Glenn Ebersole, Director of Strategic Marketing & Senior Consultant at LMA Consulting Group, LMA Consulting Group[/b] (colleague) “Amaryllis Santiago is a very accomplished, creative and passionate professional recording artist and someone who respects and honors those with whom she works. Her collaboration with other professionals and her own unique genre of music are exciting and enjoyable. She uses her many gifts to help others and has provided countless joyful experiences for her live and listening audiences. I highly recommend Amaryllis Santiago and her talents to prospective clients who are seeking an artful and special entertainment experience.” January 9, 2012 [b]Milena Safran, Naturopathic Doctor and owner, Natural Healing Center,LLC[/b] “Over the past year I have come to know Amaryllis and find out more an more what an amazing, caring, and loving person she is. Amaryllis is very non-judgmental and easy to talk to. She genuinely likes people and seems to have a passion to learn from each person she meets. After meeting Amaryllis I started to listen to her music and immediately recognized her soul coming through her work. I love her voice and can always find something to listen to when I am happy or when I am sad.” January 9, 2012 [b]Mark Schulz, Executive Director, NARAS (The Recording Academy)[/b] “Amaryllis is the true definition of an ambassador and advisor. She has been stellar connecting the Chapter with the music making community, has been an outstanding resource to everyone around her, and her passion for music and musicians is undeniable!” January 10, 2012 [b]Roberto Rabbi, Salsa.it! Recesioni MUSICA)[/b] "Special Mention as the First Latina Jazz To Have two songs on MIDEMS Top 10 Charts "here is the calling card of this vocalist, ranging from Latin jazz to R & B..." January 12,2011 [b]Christopher J. Cabott, Esq.Law Office of Lloyd Z. Remick/Zane Management, Inc.[/b] “It is an honor to serve as entertainment counsel to Amaryllis and Syllirama Entertainment, LLC. It is rare in life to meet someone like Amaryllis who embodies so many wonderful traits. She is more than a client. She is a friend, a colleague, and an inspiration. It is a blessing to witness her vision firsthand.” November 2011 [b]Dyana Williams / Air Personality, 107.9 WRNB Radio One Philadelphia[/b] ”Amaryllis Santiago is a refreshly talented artist and remarkable woman worthy of your undivided attention.” July 2008 [b]Eugene Foley / Foley Entertainment, Inc.[/b] “Amaryllis Santiago is an amazing singer and performer. She sings with confidence, emotion and power. This is clearly an artist worthy of your time and attention.” August 2008 [b]Anthony Ortega, Student, Carnegie Mellon University[/b]”Amaryllis is a very warm and welcoming person who made me feel at ease with her friends that I've never met before. Professionally, she is an amazing singer, covering a diverse range of songs as well as her own well composed originals. She was truly a wonderful person to work with and I would gladly do it again.” October 2008 [b]ACCOLADES[/b] [b]Favorite Cover Songs LIMELIGHT [/b]January 2011: Patti LaBelle/Amaryllis Santiago (http://www.myspace.com/amaryllissantiago) (SOURCE: http://www.songclearance.com/blog/ 2010) [b]MIDEM Preview[/b]-Cannes, France-Special Mention-First Latina to have 2 songs chart in top ten -2008 [b]Panel Judge[/b]-Harrisburg Region NAACP-Act-So Program-2008 [b]Central PA Hip Hop Awards[/b]-Best Latin Artist-2007 [b]EDUCATION[/b] Regis University-MA Degree-Music & Third Sector Leadership-2008 SUNY Empire State College-BS Degree-Community & Human Services-2005 [b]Self-Published AUTHOR:[/b] [b]Extra Ordinary Music Love[/b] - Book Release-2012 [b]Poetry From Within[/b]-Book Release-2010 [b]MEMBERSHIPS [b] ASCAP LARAS-The Latin Recording Academy NARAS-The Recording Academy [/b][b]