George Tortorelli/ MedicineWind is a Master Bamboo Flute Designer and Player. He has been a Multi-Instrumentalist since the age of 12. Being raised in a musical family he had access to many instruments, and went on to perform in rock bands throughout south Florida. He longed for simpler pastures and retreated to the forests of north Florida with a collection of rare and exotic instruments. it was at a music festival that Lisa Lynne and George Tortorelli met. After an exchange of albums, it became apparent that their musical styles were very much of kindred spirit... The Celtic Harp and Bamboo flutes are two of the most ancient and heartwarming instruments. Since February of 1997, they have been spellbinding audiences with their magical and endearing sound. Even since, they have been performing non-stop thoughout the country, including the "Windham Hill Winter Solstice Concert" series these past winters. They are currently in high demand at the finest art exhibits, music festivals & peace gatherings across the country. They have recorded ten albums together: ( www.lisalynne.com/recordings.html ) George's World Flutes continue to be an integral part on Lisa Lynne's Windham Hill releases. You can count on hearing much more from this enchanting duo and their heaven*sent sound. (www.lisalynne.com/presskits/lisageorge.html) George has appeared with such notables as: RAM DASS, DEEPAK CHOPRA, RASA, RICHIE HAVENS, PAT METHENY, MICHAEL HEDGES, TUCK & PATTIE, WILL ACKERMAN, DAVID ARKENSTONE, LIZ STORY and many more.