Originally from the Berkshire Mountains of North West Connecticut, Dana moved to the Carolinas in 2006 to be closer to his elderly parents.
A veteran of the United States Navy, Dana began learning guitar in 1979 during a lengthy deployment at sea aboard aircraft carrier USS Coral Sea.
Following a 15 year career as a professional and regional airline pilot, Dana left aviation to pursue Human Services and Music as a second career.
A seasoned skills counselor having served the developmentally disabled, Dana also performs regularly and with great passion for senior citizens, their families and staff at residential facilities, adult day care centers and community senior centers. Additionally, Dana plays in fine restaurants throughout the Carolinas.
With a broad selection of patriotic ballads and timeless romantic melodies, his shows are entertaining and therapeutic.
Dana believes in a person-centered approach and makes a point to interact directly with all persons in attendance.
Often, his Scottish terrier "Barney" will accompany him, adding that extra special touch of pet therapy during his visits.
Today, Dana continues his formal education as he pursues Carolina State licensing as a Certified Nurses Aid.