About the Trio
Cristina Candy - Piano
Jazz pianist Cristina Candy is the heart and soul of the Joy Spring Trio. She is known throughout Connecticut as a performer in big bands, combos, and as a solo player. In recent years she has also been the rehearsal accompanist for over half-dozen musical productions and an orchestral pianist with local amateur and professional symphony orchestras. In association with her husband, Greg, Cristina performs frequently as an orchestral percussionist.
It was through Cristina's percussion association with the Farmington Valley Symphony Orchestra that she formed the Joy Spring Trio, to perform for orchestra fund raisers.
Greg Candy - Drums and Percussion
Greg Candy is an active freelance percussionist and drummer. His recent symphony orchestra experience includes both the Hartford and New Haven Symphonies and numerous others; playing at least 15-20 orchestral concerts a year. He also is an experienced orchestrator and arranger who has created custom charts for ensembles ranging in size from from combo to full symphony orchestra. Since meeting Cristina in 2001, Greg has expanded his musical horizons to include jazz and has become a solid drum set player who is always seeking to extend his range of technique and musicianship.
Cory Gabel - Bass Guitar
Cory works as a professional composer and producer from his recording studio and production company, Atticus Music. He spent most of his recent music career in Los Angeles, releasing records and touring in both alternative rock and contemporary instrumental genres.
Cory also performs as a percussionist with the Farmington Valley Symphony, where he met the Candy's.
