Juliane & Christopher began playing together in college when they met as students in a Jazz and Contemporary Music Program. They continued to perform together in various groups until the band was formed in its present configuration. Since then New Shades of Blue has enjoyed a playing schedule up and down the coast of Maine and New England. They please audiences with an eclectic mix, from old time jazz favorites to originals, some blues and sometimes even reggae based originals…The core of the band is Juliane Gardner – lead vocalist & keyboards – and Christopher Poulin – lead vocals, guitar, & flute. You can often hear the duo expand to a band with their super talented friends who join them on many performances and recordings.