Fred Vencill - Founder
Fred has immersed himself in the world of music since his earliest memories. He taught himself to play by plunking out melodies on the family's "baby grand" piano at the age of 5. His musical journey continued with the violin in 4th grade, drums from 5th grade through high school, and picking up the guitar in middle school. Despite being a club and college swimmer, music remained a cherished hobby, though it took a back seat to athletics.
After marrying in 1981, Fred extended his musical contributions by playing both guitar and bass for numerous local churches, assuming the role of a worship leader. In the late 1980s, he delved into band experiences that have endured to this day. Fred's dedication to his craft culminated in the production of an 11-song CD in 2008, featuring original "blues rock" material, followed by a second 4-song CD in 2018. Currently, Fred is working on four more songs slated for production.
As the driving force behind TREB, Fred feels blessed to collaborate with a group of talented musicians and good-hearted individuals.
Camille Otillio
lead and harmony vocals
Growing up, the daughter of a jazz singer mother, and piano playing father, Camille has grown up with a wealth of musical inspiration- everything from the Jazz Greats like Ella Fitzgerald and Etta James, to the rock acts such as Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd, alongside almost everything else in between.
She's always been a singer at heart, but her first love was piano, after she was denied singing lessons until she learned the piano. She dedicated herself to classical piano, dreaming of being a concert pianist. But, 1 years of piano lessons isn't enough to prepare you for singing lessons. Instead she would patiently wait to be home alone so she could belt out her favorite tunes... or the car, or slow day at work, or anywhere else she thought nobody could hear her.
It wasn't until college that Camille "found her voice, beginning to sing with others, collaborating musically, participating in jams, improvising music, etc. Shortly after, Camille joined a vocal jazz ensemble where she discovered a surprising love for the stage and sharing music with others.
She now finds herself singing lead for The Ripple Effect Band and finally fulfilling her middle school/high school dreams of singing with a rock band.
Brad R
Lead Guitar
Brad first composed on the guitar in the basement of a ranch in Big Horn County, Montana at 10 years old. Several musical instruments (and bands) later, he is still keeping at it. Careers as a technologist and as a pilot have worked their way into his gig schedule, but haven’t completely taken over. He is also a volunteer music coach at a local high school.
Tom Turner
Thomas Turner is a singer-songwriter who began playing guitar as a teenager, writing his first song with just two chords. His love of music led him to write, perform, and produce original songs and music videos, available at www.youtube.com/@TomTsquaredMusic
Family is central to his music. He’s a proud father and grandfather, and he shares that with his wife Teresa and daughter Shelby, who both sing and play as well. Tom met Fred Vencill through a mutual friend in Sacramento, later relocating to Southern California and reconnecting. He first performed with “Fred and Friends,” and his role has grew to include live sound and media promotion.
Today, he performs with TREB, The Ripple Effect Band, contributing musically while helping sound enginering, mixing live shows and managing equipment.
Elliot Powell
Bass Guitar, Vocals
Elliott's musical influences are as diverse as his upbringing. A "Military Brat" his musical tastes include Classical, Gospel, Rock and Roll, Motown/R&B, Jazz, Prog Rock, Reggae, Country, the Blues, Bluegrass, and everything in between! He started his musical journey as a trumpet player in elementary school and took up the bass in high school. While he can still make a respectful sound on the horn, the bass is where he earns his keep!
Elliott is a retired Naval Officer whose assignments included command of four warships, negotiating peace treaties, and serving as the Director of The White House Situation Room from 1999-2001. After a 26 year career of having "more fun than adults are ever allowed to have", Elliott currently has the second best job in the world teaching U.S. and World History at San Marcos Middle School!
Elliott is blessed with an amazing wife, two wonderful daughters, and three loveable grandchildren! He considers himself extremely fortunate to be a part of the Ripple Effect Band!
Eric Kaplin
Drums
Eric’s love for drums started early in high-school marching band but he really didn’t get started until he sat behind the drum kit in his late 30’s helping out a small church worship team. After that, he remained faithful to playing drums for worship for the next 3 decades incorporating the diverse influences of 70 & 80s rock music, country, and jazz in his playing style. He joined TREB to extend his playing experiences into new music genres and styles.
After 38 years of aerospace engineering and 44 years of marriage, Eric is enjoying retirement with his wife Sheryl. They are blessed with 2 children and 2 grandchildren and enjoy getting together with family to share life.
