Our Musical Journey
A lively 5-piece vocal harmony group featuring two female and three male vocalists. The Bel Airs bring the golden era of doo wop and oldies to life with rich harmonies and timeless favorites. Performing across New England at events, summer concert series, classic car shows, and assisted living communities, we deliver nostalgic tunes that make audiences smile, sing along, and tap their feet.
Meet The Bel Airs
Get to know the talented individuals who form the heart and soul of The Bel Airs. Each member brings a distinctive flair and passion to our music, creating a harmonious blend that defines our sound.
Gabe Cohen
Gabe began singing on the streets of NYC as a teenager. Doo Wop has been in his blood from the very beginning. Getting The Bel Airs off the ground has been a labor of love for him. His New York roots give authenticity to our sound, and his voice gives us the bass sound that's so important to the Doo Wop style. Gabe handles the business end of the band.
Betsy Landon
Betsy's musical journey began in her teens, performing with a 20-piece big band, in Boston-area night clubs and at weddings and events throughout New England. Briefly studying piano at Berklee School of Music, she then spent three years in the South of France, singing a blend of French and American pop songs with local bands before returning to the States. Onstage, Betsy brings her infectious joy, vibrant energy, and vocal versatility to the Bel Airs.
Denise Therrien
Denise’s love of doo wop began while producing a 1950s-themed “diner theater” and car show as a K–12 arts teacher. A versatile performer, she has sung throughout New England in a wide variety of bands. Her performances include venues such as The Mount Washington Hotel, the Palace Theater, and Jimmy’s Jazz and Blues Club. After singing with the Bel Airs for 10 years, she is thrilled to rejoin the group, sharing her passion for harmony and trademark warmth on stage.
Jeff Blast
Jeff is an alumni of Hartt School of Music at the University of Hartford where he studied Musical Theater and composition. Growing up in a musical family, Jeff played trumpet, baritone horn, and piano before focusing on singing. He especially loves anything with harmonies. His singing styles range from classical to Barber Shop, Doo-wop and Motown. In the last decade he's been performing with East Coast Acappella and Doo-Wop Deville, and is excited to begin the next chapter with The Bel Airs.
Al St. Louis
Al brings a remarkable vocal pedigree to the Bel Airs, blending his barbershop-quartet roots with a deep passion for classic harmony. An eight-time National Anthem world-record holder, Al has performed more than 5,700 anthems over 14 years, appearing everywhere from community fields to major stadiums. Known for his pitch-perfect delivery and unwavering musical dedication, he approaches every performance with sincerity and heart. Al’s rich tenor and love of vocal harmony make him a natural fit for the group’s signature doo-wop sound.
Musical Impact
Recognition
Together, we're The Bel Airs. In our 15 years together, we've played all over New England, won several awards, and shared the stage with such musical luminaries as The Tune Weavers, Freddy Cannon, Julie Grant and Kenny Vance.
Awards
Our music has been played on Sirius XM radio, as well as being streamed in 54 countries around the world. We've also been featured on New Hampshire Chronicle, and we've just finished our 3rd CD entitled "Street Corner Style".
