Photo Gallery

Art at 1 year old - listening for the sounds of some sort of ‘dramatic’ music.

Dory Previn and band (England 1977). (l to r) Tom Kellock (keyboards), Art Phillips (acoustic guitars, electric guitars and mandolin), Dory Previn (recording artist), Peter Jamison (acoustic guitars and slide guru).

Art in his studio (1998).

(r to l) My father, Arthur M. Phillips (guitarist), and my grandfather, Anthony Phillips (diFilippo) on mandolin in Erie, Pennsylvania (circa 1939). Anthony Phillips, aka ‘diFilippo‘ - was our original family name before he changed it when he arrived at Ellis Island, NY, immigrating from Italy in 1901.

(l to r) My dear sister Charlotte, myself and my beautiful mother, Lucy - (circa 1962).

(l to r) My mother, Lucy, myself and my father, Arthur M. Phillips (circa 1962).

Art playing his first borrowed electric at my Aunt Marie and Uncle Joe's home in Lorain, Ohio (USA) -“ I was about 10 (circa 1965).

(l to r) My father, Arthur M. Phillips, guitarist and founder of ‘The Strolling Venetians’, and myself at our home in Erie, Pennsylvania USA (circa 1967). The Strolling Venetians were a renowned duo group who played at many Italian restaurants and functions in Erie and surrounding areas. My father had various forms of the duo over the years, either being with a mandolinist, accordionist or a 2nd guitarist. I received much of my formal training from my Dad – and also learnt some wonderful Italian musical folklore. I was fortunate to have had that.

(r to l) My dear father, still playing his heart out at age 82, and myself during a visit to the home town (circa 2000). We are both playing his favourites; Gibson's L-12's.

Dory Previn concert tour poster from our UK tour, 1977. The band - Art Phillips (acoustic guitars, electric guitars and mandolin), Tom Kellock (keyboards), Peter Jamison (acoustic guitars and slide guru).

Here We Go – devoured birthday cake I received from Minnie Riperton at Wally Heider recording studios in Los Angeles, 1978. ‘Here We Go’ was Minnie’s last single that we were recording that evening (written by: Minnie Riperton, Richard Rudolph and Art Phillips).

Happy Birthday Art – HERE WE GO. Full presentation (uneaten) birthday cake I received from Minnie Riperton at Wally Heider recording studios in Los Angeles,1978. ‘Here We Go’ was Minnie’s last single that we were recording that evening (written by: Minnie Riperton, Richard Rudolph and Art Phillips). (Polaroid photo signed by the late Minnie Riperton dated February 10,1978)

My mother, Lucy T Phillips, with Demis Roussos at rehearsal soundstage in Los Angeles during band preparations for South American tour 1980; Art as musical director, orchestrator, conductor and guitarist.

Art Phillips (guitar) in concert with Barry Manilow (1983). Barry mimicking my guitar solo from ‘I’m Gonna Sit Right Down And Write Myself A Letter’.

My life's treasures-¦....and my most valued accomplishments; my two beautiful daughters; Asha (far left) and Lauri (far right) - Xmas Eve 2007.

(l to r) Donny Pike, vocalist and member of The Lettermen (pop vocal group), and Art Phillips (guitarist) on conclusion of our concert tours of Japan, Hong Kong, The Philippines and Hawaii (1974) – at Honolulu airport awaiting call to gate.

(r to l) My wonderful father, Arthur M. Phillips on guitar, in our kitchen in Erie, PA USA (circa 1979) and myself. I was home for a visit from LA, and we would have our usual jam sessions ‘til the wee hours.

(l to r) Art Phillips (musical director) and Demis Roussos (recording artist) during rehearsals in Los Angeles for the 1981 Australian tour.

Barry Manilow in concert (1984) with Art Phillips, guitarist.

Art, at head of table, at a casual dinner with ‘The Lettermen’ and band (Las Vegas 1974).

Art and band, at another exquisite private dinner with ‘The Lettermen’ (Las Vegas 1974 ).

Art rehearsing in a Las Vegas hotel room before a ‘The Lettermen’ stage show at the Flamingo Hotel (1974).

Art performing in Ithaca, New York (USA) with The Ron Seggi Show (circa 1972).

Art performing in Ithaca, New York (USA) with The Ron Seggi Show (circa 1972).

Art with Demis Roussos at LA backing vocal auditions for upcoming 1981 Australian tour.

Arthur Silber, road manager for ‘The Lettermen’ (circa 1975), heading back to the bus for the next gig. We had the real thing back then – 8 bunks, 8 closets, a dining table, TV, fridge.....but no toilet ! Think Arthur may have needed a quick break to empty the buckets.

Part of my guitar collection.

Office reception area at ART PHILLIPS MUSIC DESIGN studios.

Control room at ART PHILLIPS MUSIC DESIGN studios.

Office area at ART PHILLIPS MUSIC DESIGN studios.

Office area at ART PHILLIPS MUSIC DESIGN studios.

Art Phillips & Paul Williams (Sydney, Australia) - ‘PAUL WILLIAMS COMPOSER INTERVIEW’, interview by Art Phillips - Fox Studios (2008).

(l to r) Art Phillips; President of the ‘Australian Guild of Screen Composers’, Dan Foliart; President of ‘The Society of Composers and Lyricists’ (USA) and Michelle ODonnell, head of film and television music at APRA; enjoying lunch in Sydney on the waters edge / 2007.

(l to r) Art Phillips; President of the ‘Australian Guild of Screen Composers’, Dan Foliart; President of ‘The Society of Composers and Lyricists’ (USA) and Michelle ODonnell, head of film and television APRA; enjoying lunch in Sydney on the waters edge.

Art Phillips, President of The Australian Guild of Screen Composers / 2002 Screen Music Awards at the Hordern Pavillion, Sydney Australia.

Manilow at Blenheim Palace concert - UK / 1983

Art Phillips in concert with Jorge Campano (Sydney / 2005).

(middle & far right) Christopher Gordon & Art Phillips; Music Directors, Conductors and Orchestrators for the APRA / Australian Guild of Screen Composers ‘2002 Screen Music Awards’ at the Hordern Pavillion, Sydney Australia

Art Phillips, at podium, at the Johnny Dennis Music Awards, with Malcolm Harrison, founding Trustee of the Awards (Sydney 2005).

Art Phillips in concert with Jorge Campano (Sydney / 2005).

Art Phillips & Paul Williams (Sydney, Australia) - ‘PAUL WILLIAMS COMPOSER INTERVIEW’, interview by Art Phillips - Fox Studios (2008).

Art with his wife Susan.

Art at the APRA music awards launch 2009

Art and Axle Whitehead at the APRA music awards launch 2009

Art and Sue at the ‘2008 APRA/AGSC Screen Music Awards’.

Art at a Bev Sandomeno recording session in LA (circa 1979).

Art during rehearsals for Demis Roussos tour (1980).

(l to r) My father, Arthur M Phillips, and myself in Grandma Phillips backyard summer picnic -“ Erie, Pa. USA (circa 1982).

Art at Rhinoceros Recording Studios, Sydney (2001).

(l to r) Art and Jay Graydon (guitarists) during recording session in Los Angeles (circa 1979).

Art in performance / Lettermen concert tour - Japan (1974).

Art during solo segment / Lettermen concert tour - Japan (1974).

‘The Lettermen’ band, ‘Signs’, far left, Wilson Brown (keyboards), Steve Walston (drums and kneeing), Kenny Delbert (bass), Art Phillips (guitars) and Steve Johnston (piano) / USA 1974

Art and Sue Phillips at the ‘2010 Screen Music Awards’ / BMW Edge -“ Melbourne Australia.

Lloyds and Phillips launch of ‘So Good So Far’ album, The Reef Hotel Casino, Cairns, QLD Australia / April 29, 2011 (Chris Lloyds, left, Art Phillips, right)

Launch of ‘SO GOOD SO FAR’ album release -“ LLOYDS & PHILLIPS at Reef Casino / Cairns, Queensland (April 2011)

Art speaking at the launch of University of Western Sydney College ‘ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN CREATIVE INDUSTRIES’ program (Sydney) June 2011, where he is Chair of the ‘Course Advisory Committee’.

My sister, Charlotte (right) and my daughter Asha in Florida, USA (circa 2009) catching up after many years.

My father (right) and I in my home in Los Angeles (circa 1978) enjoying our musical moments.

My Mother (right) and my sister Charlotte (circa 1994)

Progress verified.... (Art at a five years old) - there’s no doubt that I have learnt MUCH better dress sense since this circa 1959 photo... mamma mia !

DEMIS ROUSSOS - Buenos Aires, Argentina - 1980 tour / with Art Phillips – musical director, guitarist (behind Demis) and backing vocalists (far l- r) Veda Vaughn, ---- and Ann).

Art performing live at ABC radio Sydney / 2012

Art Phillips - guest speaker at ‘Interactivity, Connectivity and Networking’ seminar for the University of Western Sydney College at ICE (Parramatta 2012).

Art at work in the studio for 101 Production Music libraries (January 2013)

Art Phillips (Arturo DiFilippo)%2c serenading the DiFilippo family in 2013 in my nonno & nonna%27s backyard%2c now owned by my cousin Diane in Erie%2c Pennsylvania (USA)

Art Phillips (MS concert)

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ART (left speaking at APRA SONG SUMMIT 2012 Production Music Seminar)

Art. performing at Academy High School clas reunion 2013 Erie, PA USA

The Award Wall, 101 Music Pty Ltd, Sydney Australia

Barry Manilow and Art, April 2015

Found this ‘in concert’ pic of Barry Manilow and me on guitar - circa 1983, probably during the song ‘I’m gonna sit right down and write myself a letter’ - my chance to walk up from the stage floor onto his cake walk - the high tier, for my featured solo when we were performing in the round on his special revolving stage at the large arenas. I recall one particular performance when I walked up those steps to the top tier for this solo, and as I did my guitar cable coming from my stereo amp set up got caught in the stage movement and was sheared in half. Yep - an embarrassing moment – Big solo...... Standing in front of 12,000 fans No sound from my Fender Strat.... Barry unsure what to do... Art P very unsure what to do .... At the end of that show I got called into Manilow’s dressing room...... He was not happy ! My buddy John Ferraro, our drummer extraordinaire, advised me what to say and how to explain to Mr B! As I quote - “Barry - apologies on that event ….it’s a long story about a short cord” - as I raised the dangling guitar cable of about 2 feet long sheared off on the frayed end”. It was a moment I shall never forget - I almost got fired. The theater in the round / the revolving stage - ‘ATE my cable’ - that’s life… Oh, the memories !

BEVERLY HILLS BAND - 1980

BEVERLY HILLS band (Los Angeles,1980) (l - r) Art Phillips (guitars), Vance Beach (bass), Mark Turpin (drums), Gail Lopata (vocal artist), Robbie Gillman (keyboards), Clive Lieberman (guitars).

guest speaker - Italian Family History Group (February 2013)

guest speaker - Italian Family History Group (February 2013)

guest speaker - Italian Family History Group (February 2013)

‘Here We Go’ (Riperton, Rudolph, Phillips) Top 10 Billboard R&B chart single 1980

Leon Gaer (bassist) and Art Phillips - studio shot September 2018 recording 101M040 Homespun for 101 Music Pty Ltd

performing with BIg Wheel band 2013

performing with BIg Wheel band 2013

Art (June 2012) performing at the Italian Week Festival (Brisbane, QLD Australia)

Art (June 2012) performing at the Italian Week Festival (Brisbane, QLD Australia)

Art (June 2012) performing at the Italian Week Festival (Brisbane, QLD Australia)

Barry Manilow performance in the presence of the Prince and Princess of Wales at Royal Festival Hall, London / 1983 (Art was guitarist for Barry from 1982 ~ 1984)

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