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The Manhattan Transfer

American vocal music group founded in 1969, performing a cappella, vocalese, swing, standards, Brazilian jazz, rhythm and blues, and pop music. There have been two manifestations of the group, with Tim Hauser being the only person to be part of both. The group’s name comes from John Dos Passos’ 1925 novel Manhattan Transfer and refers to their New York origins. Members: Tim Hauser (1969-2014) Gene Pistilli (1969-72) Marty Nelson (1969-72) Pat Rosalia (1969-72) Erin Dickens (1969-72) Alan Paul (1972-present) Janis Siegel (1972-present) Laurel Massé (1972-79) Cheryl Bentyne (1979-present) Trist Curless (2015-present)