The Music & Comedy of Corky Bennett
Is he a jazz pianist, virtuoso accordionist, hip singer, stand-up comic? How about all of the these and more! Las Vegas/Reno entertainer Corky Bennett is considered by the media, entertainment buyers, and most importantly, the public, to be one of the most unique musical/comedy artists in the business today!
Corky started performing in Seattle at the age of 12 on accordion with the "Buckaroos," a local country/rock band, winning amateur contests by the dozens. He left in 1960 to pursue a musical career that has taken him to the great venues of the United States, Canada, and the Orient. He has appeared on many network television shows and has served as musical director for many "name acts," including the legendary Dick Contino.
Corky's musical talents on the keys are top notch. Whether he's playing piano or accordion, he consistently wows his audiences with technical prowess, spontaneity and musicianship! He also knocks audiences out with his vocal renditions of songs ranging from hip standards to country and pop.
Corky possesses a unique sense of humor that makes him a delight on stage. His comedy skills were honed as the comedic half of a musical/comedy team "Raymond & Bennett," and later on with his own Las Vegas style act. His bizarre, over the top humor leaves crowds roaring. He is totally unpredictable and will do whatever it takes to make his audiences have a good time.
Corky is "today" while retaining the commercial appeal that has served him so well through the years. His latest releases have done phenomenally well and his fans increase daily!
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Credits
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Resorts
& Nightclubs Las
Vegas Reno Lake
Tahoe Atlantic City Harrah’s
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Television
Backstage Pass with Bruce Jackson
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Conventions National
Kiwanis ATT National
Elks Sony General Electric International Accordion Convention Mechanical Contractors/SMACNA |
Fundraisers Make A Wish Foundation (3) Toys
For Tots St.
Mary's Foundation Care Chest Of Northern Nevada Father Frank Benefit |
Quotes
"Corky's show is the best 45 minutes in show business!" Rob Stone, Entertainment director; Eldorado Hotel, Reno
"His show killed 'em at our function last year!" Scott Throwbridge, Entertainment event planner
"Corky is Bobby Short/Bobby Darin with comedy!" Frank Perez; The Polo Lounge, Reno
"Aren't Bobby Darin and Bobby Short dead?" Linda Landini (female friend)
"Great, but not quite worthy of Paparazzi."
The National Enquirer
Tony Martini National tours 1961-1964
Raymond & Bennett National tours 1964-1971
Sam Ramsey & The Chosen Few (Seattle) 1971-1976
Corky
Bennett’s Las Vegas Revue National tours 1976-1979
The Goofers National tours 1979 - 1981
Dick Contino National tours
1981-1993
Sue Kim & The Kim Bros.
Korean tours 1993-1994
The Music & Comedy of Corky Bennett 1994 - present