Meet The Band

About Waterfront Blue

Waterfront Blue is a Quakertown, PA–based duo featuring vocalist Brenda K. Lee and guitarist Tom Schnabel. For over 12 years, they’ve delivered a fresh take on classic rock with rich vocals, expressive guitar, and a full, engaging sound.

They perform throughout the Lehigh Valley, North Philadelphia suburbs, and along the Delaware River into New Jersey, appearing at venues ranging from intimate restaurants to major events like Musikfest and Miller Symphony Hall.

With a mix of classic favorites and original music, Waterfront Blue brings versatility, experience, and genuine passion to every performance.

 

BRENDA K. LEE

Brenda K. Lee: Vocals, Keyboard, Percussion

Prize winning vocalist, Brenda K. Lee has been entertaining audiences in America & Europe from a young age. Her parents rightfully named her after their favorite singer, Brenda Lee, who is still topping the charts with her hit song "Rockin’ around the Christmas Tree”. 

Brenda has been the front woman & made studio recordings with bands such as;  Messinian Jazz Quartet, The Freak Brothers (10 piece funk band), Ronnie Rock & The Trendsetters (new wave/punk), Frank DiBussolo (jazz) & Waterfront Blue (classic rock/jazz). She has entertained at Kalamata Jazz Festival, numerous international resort hotels, Symphony Hall (Allentown, Pa) & the list goes on.

Brenda’s vocal training began at the age of 7.  She appeared annually on Tony Grant’s Stars of Tomorrow Show in Atlantic City, and won 1st place in a Talent America competition. She has studied privately with renowned performers & educators such as Alexis Cole, Russell Faith & Frank DiBussolo. Brenda majored in musical theater at Wagner College, N.Y. and music at The University of Rhode Island. She's presently continuing her music education through online masterclasses & teaches voice lessons.

 

 

 

 

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Tom Schnabel

Tom’s a big man; Football lineman & heavy weight wrestler in high school. His passion for playing guitar flourished while earning a degree at Philadelphia’s University of the Arts. His band played on rooftops & student gatherings. Of his fine collection of 15 guitars, a red Eastman is his favorite. It accommodates his large hands. Frank DiBussolo, master jazz guitarist & Tom’s mentor, laughs “ I didn’t think I could teach someone to play jazz riffs with fingers the size of sausages.” Not only did Tom exceed Frank’s expectations, he continues to do so with the development of his musical skills & composing of original music. Tom has an innate ability to create art through his lyrics, melodies & arrangements. His vivid imagination paints a picture of the world through his wanderlust eyes.

As a duo partner, he follows every whim of Brenda’s improvisational trail & harmonizes with his rich-toned baritone voice. As the leader of the band, Tom plans events to the T & communicates well with hosts. Tom supplies the sound equipment and has a sharp ear for sound engineering.

Apart from music, Tom owns & manages Schnabel’s Woods, a cabin resort community. Many of the cabin owners are accomplished musicians who have graciously helped to shape the band; Michael Moore (bassist of Dave Brubeck‘s band), Scott Lee (bassist), Tom Chang (jazz guitarist). Jim Klein (musician, sound engineer) also broadened the band’s horizon with recording sessions at Drexel University Studios. Cabin owners often venture out of the woods to enjoy a Waterfront Blue performance at local venues.

ABOUT OUR MUSIC

Available oN OUR MUSIC page & streaming platforms

Catch the Sky by Waterfront Blue is a deeply personal musical project from Brenda K. Lee and Tom Schnabel, exploring life’s challenges, creativity, resilience, and the power of human connection through music.

Each song contributes to a cohesive journey of reflection, celebration, and hope, blending gypsy jazz, country swing, pop, blues, and Caribbean-inspired sounds.

Highlights include:

Sing It Blue: An energetic gypsy jazz anthem inspired by the band's gig culture.

In the Rain: A pop song about performing through difficult times and persevering.

Let Me Out: A soulful blues expression of longing for freedom during lockdown.

Night Sky: A Caribbean-flavored song offering escape and tranquility.

Scarecrow of Autumn: An emotional ballad shaped by isolation during the pandemic.

Storm: A powerful anthem about overcoming life’s challenges.

Sands of Time: A heartfelt tribute to a departed friend, featuring soaring harmonies and reflective flute.

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