Has firmly established herself as a respected singer, songwriter and musician. She has fronted several bands during her career usually playing either bass or keyboard while delivering her exquisite, heartfelt prose in song.

Virginia's style can be characterized as Adult-Contemporary with a slight Alternative Country flavor. Her vocal delivery is silky smooth and uniquely provocative. It is unintentionally sensual to a degree and yet honestly innocent at the same time.

Tom Schinkel - Guitars

Of the Virginia Rao Band, I have no choice...  I also enjoy carrying her keyboard, stand, amplifier, PA, microphone (stand), as well as setting up the
equipment.

Having put the above aside, it is a privilege to play
with such a great song writer with such an incredibly beautiful voice.  For me, this is the place to be.

E-mail:  stst9999@yahoo.com

Ted Davide - Drums

Ted Davide, originally from Queens, has been playing the drums for over 15 years.  Now living on Long Island, Ted has played with various cover and original bands, including Strange Highway, Cover to Cover and various others.
Looking for a different sound, Ted heard a demo of Virginia Rao and knew immediately this distinctive sound was what he had been searching for. For the past two years Ted has been recording and playing and is looking forward to a promising future with Virginia Rao.

E-Mail:  tdav008@yahoo.com

Dave Herbert - Bass

Dave Herbert has been playing bass for many years with various artists including Joe Piket, Marlo Donato and Mantis.  He has played at many venues on Long Island and New York City including CBGBs, The Continental, Kenny's, The Downtown and many others.  He has opened for such artists as Jason Bonham, Randy Jackson and Dee Snider.  Dave has been formally trained in 4, 5 and 6 string fretted and fretless electric basses by Long Island recording artist Mike Frost. Additionally, Dave plays classical piano and studied music in college.  His main ax is a Carvin
XB75 5 string. Of the Virginia Rao Band Dave states: "When I was looking to join a new band, I had received countless demos from bands needing a bass player.  To me, they all sounded the same, lacking a deeper sense of song writing and musicianship.  When I first heard Virginia's demo of  "Falling For You", I knew right away, this is a person with amazing talent and ability, someone I really want to play with".
E-Mail:  pianodh@aol.com