Associate Member of RCMA • Christian Musician/Speaker Dennis is an internationally-acclaimed musician and former member of some top name bands, including Sly and the Family Stone and
The Tokens, the band that had the hit "The Lion Sleeps Tonight".
He is also author of 6 books, a media personality, and national speaker for a variety of events on a variety of topics (see below).
"I highly recommend Dennis Marcellino as an entertaining and informative speaker. He did a wonderful job. The audience of 1000 responded very well to his passion, humor and music. He also performed a couple of his songs, one before and one after the speech. Like I told Dennis in an e-mail after I listened to his CDs: The “New Beginning” CD put me into ecstasy. Dennis has been given a beautiful gift from God in his music. As a speaker he was easy to work with and very cooperative. He stayed on schedule which is very important. He spent some time afterwards talking to conference participants, signing books and CDs and told me that he was being stopped in the halls with people coming up to him to congratulate him. For example, one woman came up and told him that of all the speakers, she enjoyed his presentation best." Lynn Hoffman,
Conference Director
"Dennis Marcellino's performance was fantastic! I am exceedingly happy with his presentation, and will recommend him to others." Wendi Watson, Event Coordinator, Restore America
Dennis Marcellino wowed his audience with some wonderful music, but even more importantly bowled them over with his scientific discoveries. Terry Hughes, Church Event Coordinator
I found your presentation exactly what I had hoped for. Rev. Ed Windhaus, Event Coordinator, Swarthmore College
Dennis’ “life story would make a good movie.” Bryn Mawr and Haverford Colleges Bi-Co News (Re: Dennis’ speech at Haverford)
Dennis Marcellino is a superb presenter! I would highly recommend Dennis to those desiring a stimulating and entertaining program. - Dr. Keith Swenson, President, Design Science Association, Professor of Biology, Multnomah Bible College
"You speak in a way that people can understand... bridging the gap between religion and everyday life." – Jeff Cavins, Relevant Radio
“Great Job! Great Ministry!” Peter Herrmann, Professional & Business Breakfast Club, Modesto, CA
"When it comes to soul, Dennis Marcellino redefines the term. His remarkable tone and feel are full of passion and soulful expression... because he is a soul completely given to Jesus." – Bob Carlisle, Grammy & Dove Award, writer and singer of "Butterfly Kisses"
"The NEW BEGINNING CD puts me into ecstasy. Dennis has been given a beautiful gift from God in his music...
It is a beautiful ministry." – Lynn Hoffman, Tracy, CA
Reviews & Quotes for Dennis' book, Why Are We Here?
"This is a very important book that is greatly needed at this time. I agree that the Bible should be the ultimate resource for life and living and that the world could greatly benefit from being logically and scientifically shown that this is true." – Mark Victor Hansen, Co-author, New York Times #1 Best-Selling "Chicken Soup For The Soul" series "Dennis Marcellino has the answer. Actually, with an education that ranges from science and engineering to theology and psychology, Marcellino has many answers. But in his new book, Why Are We Here?, he chooses to answer the one question that has puzzled intellectuals for centuries." Laura Gunderson, Clackamas Review
"Dennis Marcellino is clearly an authority on the scientific evidence that proves that God exists... a prerequisite to knowing WHY WE ARE HERE! And unlike others who give proofs, which are often difficult-to-grasp, micro-science proofs, his are simple and easy to understand... tune into what this fascinating expert has to share. " - Randy Gilbert, Bestselling author of "Success Bound"
"Why Are We Here? is the scientific answer to an age-old question and readers don't need to be a scientist or philosopher to understand. It was written with the intent of investigating what could be scientifically concluded about theology and its related fields. Why Are We Here? is engaging reading and a highly recommended addition to any philosophy and theological reading list surveying the general questions related to the meaning of life." James A. Cox, Internet Bookwatch
"You get an awful lot of research, thought, work and wisdom condensed into this one book. It's not a sloppy nor sentimental work but a rigorous and joyous proof." Dave Kirby, Book Bit, WTBF-FM, Troy, Alabama
"I highly recommend Why Are We Here? as a must book for anyone's library." Tony Trupiano, Talk Show Host, Talk America Radio Network
"Why Are We Here? was a fun book and very easy to read.
It was very enjoyable and a great read for me."
Nancy London, host/producer,
WXCI-FM, Western Connecticut State University
"Dennis Marcellino is such a prolific writer and thinker." Susan Filkins, Rose Sparrows Literary Agency, New York
"A wonderful book! The author marries his science/engineering background with his cultural/musician experiences. This book is an A to Z about life....a sequential journey starting with the origins issue, all the way through to the end of life and beyond. You should buy 10 copies and give them to your family, friends, people in your church and co-workers!" Steve Carr, Talk Show Host for "Destiny", WYLL, Chicago
"Why are We Here? is a book for everyone. Have you ever wondered what Christians actually believe? Now, you can find out without having to ask anyone. Dennis Marcellino has written a well organized account of why we are here. Marcellino, who has a wide range of education, has written an organized account with out being overly scientific or overly pushy with his personal beliefs. Interestingly enough, it is his musical abilities that you would most likely know him for, having belonged to the Tokens who had the hit, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." I highly recommend "WHY WE ARE HERE?" to Christians and "Non-Christians" alike will gain information here. Christians will have an organized account of what they believe and why. Others will have an account of what Christians believe and why." Deven Vasko of Betsie's Literary Page
"In using science to explore what is usually an emotionally charged subject, Marcellino provides a strong fact-based philosophical approach which is compelling." Diane Donovan, The Philosopher's Bookshelf, The Midwest Book Review
"Why Are We Here? answered all my questions, and is written in a very informative, "down to earth," manner. It is wonderful! It is one of the most helpful books I've ever read. I Love It!"
Ann, Ohio
"The greatest book ever! If people would just read it and really look at what it's saying! He explains it scientifically, and there's no way that anybody can dispute it. He's a genius." Jerry, Vancouver, WA
"Why Are We Here? should be rated one of the best in Apologetics. I could hardly put it down." Nate Camacho, seminarian at Calvary Chapel School of Ministry
Live Music can be included as part of Dennis's speech. To hear sample music click here.
Dennis Marcellino Speech and Music Options:
Speech:
How I Found Christianity to be at the Peak of Life
(after trying 19 other approaches first)
“Thank you, thank you, thank you, brother! You have such a love for the Lord and it really shows in your playing. Just to hear you play is such a huge blessing!” Mary Hansz, event music director, New Hope Community Church, Portland, OR
"Of all the speeches, I liked Dennis's speech best. I was so touched... it brought me to tears." Northern California conference participant
This speech includes Dennis playing the sax and singing his Christian version of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" (as a former member of the band that had this hit). Dennis' very interesting conversion story includes his journey through 19 different approaches to lifestyle, personal growth, problem solving and truth before finally discovering (and being able to prove) Christianity as THE truth and the best way to approach life. His story also includes some of his celebrity background as a member of some of the top bands of their day, including The Tokens (famous for their hit "The Lion Sleeps Tonight"), Sly & The Family Stone and the Elvin Bishop Group. His presentation is interesting, humorous, thought-provoking, touching and inspires a love for God and the Bible.
Speech:
10 Conclusive Proofs that God Exists and the Bible is True (based on Dennis' book, Why Are We Here?)
This speech (with an option of a PowerPoint presentation) includes:
• Top proofs that God exists and the Bible is true from various fields PLUS new proofs
• How to have a strong confidence that God exists and the Bible is all true
• Proofs and convincing arguments to present to family, friends, teens, and co-workers
• Tips on how to present and defend Christianity with confidence
• A simple explanation of why atheism is logically impossible
• 40 years of personal research and experience in 19 areas of science and personal growth
For more information, reviews and quotes
and to see a video demo click here
(A quote by the president of a group that Dennis gave this speech to) "Dennis Marcellino is a superb presenter! I would highly recommend Dennis to those desiring a stimulating and entertaining program." Dr. Keith Swenson, President, Design Science Association, Professor of Biology, Multnomah Bible College
Speech:
How Liberalism is Hurting our Country ... and what we can do about it (The insights and solutions of an EX-Liberal)
Based on Dennis' latest book, The Plague of Liberalism, this speech helps inform and prepare voters for the upcoming elections regarding all of the major issues (without mentioning specific candidates). Armed with the facts that Dennis presents, it also helps Christians to be better able to present and defend Biblical values to their family, friends and co-workers. A synopsis of what this book contains can be seen at www.ThePlagueOfLiberalism.com.
"Dennis Marcellino's performance was fantastic! I am exceedingly happy with his presentation, and will recommend him to others." Wendi Watson, Event Coordinator, Restore America
For a video demo of Dennis'
political speech click here
Celebrity Music Performance Options: Dennis is a talented, highly-acclaimed professional musician who performs music nationally for concerts, conferences, events, cruises, churches, weddings, festivals, dinner music, and more. His specialties are both vocals and instrumental (sax, flute, clarinet). He has been called a "master virtuoso" on the sax by Jazzscene Magazine and also "the greatest saxophonist on the planet" by Vision Music. One crowd-pleasing music option is Dennis performing his Christian version of The Lion Sleeps Tonight (as a former member of The Tokens, the band who had that hit), and sax on Go Tell It On The Mountain (from his CD "The Spirit Of Christmas"). Both are on video which you can see here www.ChristianProofs.com/musicdemo.html.
"When it comes to soul, Dennis Marcellino redefines the term. His remarkable tone and feel are full of passion and soulful expression...because he is a soul completely given to Jesus."Bob Carlisle, Grammy & Dove Award, writer/singer of "Butterfly Kisses"
"I can't remember when I've been so entranced by an album. Marcellino is a master virtuoso.FIVE STARS!" Wayne Thompson, Jazzscene Magazine
To see more music reviews for Dennis' music click here.
Dennis' Music Bio:
Dennis Marcellino has an extensive history in the music business as a musician who plays sax, flute, guitar and other instruments, as well as being a vocalist, composer and arranger. He is a former member of many top bands including The Tokens (the band who once had the hit, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight"), Sly & The Family Stone, The Elvin Bishop Group and Rubicon (who closed the largest paid-ticket event in history, Cal Jam 2). With these groups he recorded 10 albums. As a solo artist he had the #1 selling cassette in the Northwest in 1992 & 1993 called "It's Christmas" and the following solo CD releases: "Daddy's Home", "New Beginning" and "The Spirit of Christmas". He has a duo CD release with Mark Stefani called "Tenderly" that received a five star review in Jazzscene magazine and was an international bestseller. Besides being a member of the above bands, he has recorded and toured as a musician/vocalist with Sha Na Na, Rare Earth, 3 Dog Night, The Electric Flag, Graham Central Station, Leon Patillo and Kyle Henderson, among others. He has also been a special guest star on many television shows including The Tracey Ullman Show, American Bandstand, Midnight Special and Merv Griffin. He scored and performed the music for a number of movies, and sang the lead and played sax on two songs in "Sweet Bird Of Youth", starring Elizabeth Taylor and Mark Harmon. For a complete music history click here.
Other Speech Topics:
To see other topics that Dennis speaks on click here.
He also is the author of a book/program that guarantees a permanent end to addictions. That can be seen at www.AddictionFreeForever.com.
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8 Reasons Dennis can Draw People to Your Event and Make Them Happy They Came...
1. Former Member of some VERY Famous Bands: Dennis is a former member of some famous bands including The Tokens, famous for the multi-generational hit "The Lion Sleeps Tonight", Sly and the Family Stone (recently named by MSNBC as one of the top 10 bands of all time), The Elvin Bishop Group and Rubicon (who closed the largest paid-ticket event in history). (Click here to see Dennis's music history.)
2. Veteran Entertainer and Media Personalitywith years of experience entertaining crowds from music to speaking including being a past guest on many radio and TV shows and performing at concert venues of every size. He gets great reviews for his performances. (See Letter Of Recommendation below plus Click here for Performance Reviews.)
3. Inspiring Speech Topics and Delivery: Dennis has a speech tailored to suit a variety of Christian conferences and events that will interest and motivate an audience including his Conversion Story from an Ex-Rock Musician to Christian Evangelist, How to Effectively Present And Defend Your Faith, 10 Conclusive Proofs that God Exists and the Bible is True, How to Be Free of Addictions, and more. (Click here for Speech Topics.)
4. Extensive Spiritual and Personal Growth Background: Dennis has a very extensive history and broad education including deep involvement in 22 approaches to lifestyle and personal growth before coming back to Christianity 23 years ago. He has a very inspiring and entertaining "before and after" story. (Click here to see Dennis's Journey.)
6. Author: Dennis has written 3 books including Why Are We Here?, Sweeping It Under the Drug and Addiction Free Forever. (Click here to see great book reviews.)
7. Recording Artist: Dennis has been on many secular and CCM albums but also has some of his own Christian CD's including "New Beginning" and "The Spirit of Christmas" and also family-values-friendly oldies on "Daddy's Home". (Click here for Music Reviews and Quotes.)
8. Important Speech Topics:Dennis's speechs are aimed to help improve the spiritual health and growth of the members of the Church, and to address current concerns of the listeners to want to influence the dysfunctions in the current mainstream culture. They help build up the body by helping people get excited about their faith. They help explain the truths of our religion based on solutions found in the Bible and give supporting logic and reasons for our faith, which leads to being more confident, both in a person's ability to deal with life and to present and defend their faith.
Partial Client List Speaking Client List (Keynote speaker on all but two of the speeches below)
Restore America (Oregon)
Design Science Association (Oregon)
Christ the King Church (Virginia)
Swarthmore College (Pennsylvania)
Knights of Columbus (Illinois)
Haverford College (Pennsylvania)
"Be Not Afraid" Conference (Merced, CA)
Bonneville Power (Federal Agency, Portland, OR, Salt Lake City, UT)
Legatus Millionaire Businessmen's Group (Sacramento, CA)
Professional Businessmen's Breakfast Club (Modesto, CA)
Sweeping It Under The Drug rally (Milwaukie, OR)
"America's Christian Heritage" (Salem, OR)
Music Client List (Thousands over the last 40 years ... including the following partial corporate list)
Fred Meyer Corporation (187 Grand openings and corporate events)
OfficeMax (Ohio and Chicago, IL)
Toyota Convention (Maui, Hawaii) American Jukebox Convention (Las Vegas, Nevada)
American Jukebox Convention (Chicago, IL)
Kroger's
Haggens
USO Show
Concert Venues (partial) The Greek Theatre (Los Angeles)
Cal Jam 2 (largest paid ticket event in history)
The Universal Amphitheatre
Nevada showrooms (Sahara, Harrah’s, MGM Grand, etc.)
The Westbury Music Fair (New York)
Stadiums (U.S. and Canada)
A number of concerts at "6 Flags Over..."
Disneyland
A number of the biggest state fairs (main stage)
Irvine Meadows
Fillmore Auditorium
Winterland
Norwegian Cruise Lines
See the media kit for list of media appearances and video highlights
Letter of Recommendation from an Event Planner:
Feb. 24, 2004
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
I highly recommend Dennis Marcellino as an entertaining and informative speaker. We invited Dennis to share his conversion story and he did a wonderful job. He has a background of having reached high levels as a professional entertainer and performer and it certainly showed in his presentation as the audience of 1000 responded very well to his passion, humor and music. He also performed a couple of his songs, one before and one after the speech. Like I told Dennis in an e-mail after I listened to his CDs: The “New Beginning” CD put me into ecstasy. Dennis has been given a beautiful gift from God in his music. It is a beautiful ministry. His Christmas CD is the best Christmas CD I’ve ever heard.
As a speaker he was easy to work with and very cooperative. He stayed on schedule which is very important. He spent some time afterwards talking to conference participants, signing books and CDs and told me that he was being stopped in the halls with people coming up to him to congratulate him. For example, one woman came up and told him that of all the speakers, she enjoyed his presentation best and was moved to tears by his story.
