Philip Leber, Sarasota FL singer, songwriter and guitarist, has created a unique Gulf Blues style of music artistry, a rhythmic blend of blues, rock and folk with a tropical feel. His live cover talent captures the memorable enchantment of Vinyl Classics, soulful blues rhythms and the very best of Popular music. Entertainment on guitar rock and folk performs gigs with tropical drum rhythms and creative harmony tracks with his music band solo. Go to essenceoflaurel.com Philip Leber performs at West Coast, Sarasota, Tampa, Bradenton, Venice, Siesta Key and Lido Key, Florida venues regularly. He is available to provide great musical entertainment at your upcoming party, celebration or special event. These original tracks include collaborations with Sarasota author, artist and poet, Laurel D. Rund, from her moving and inspirational book, Emerging Voices. Philip's musical origins go back to college days with Labyrinth, a pop-rock band at the University of Virginia and other local venues. Decades of songwriting, singing and arranging music, eventually led Philip overseas from 1998 - 2009, where he taught music leadership and led many chorale and music groups. During his career, Philip has performed for scores of private and public function, festivals and concerts in the U.S., Europe, India and Africa.