Arian Avery
How can one man with a saxophone, backed by his
own CD', sound like an entire band? We don't know, but he
does! His music is smooth & easy to dance to, and he
describes it as "classic rock, new country, R&B and smooth jazz
standards". He plays every Wednesday through Saturday evenings at
the Downtown Nashville Hilton Lobby (listed on our Where to Dance
page). For more info,call his manager, Carol Frysinger at
260-1986, or email Arian at arianavery@comcast.net,
or check out his sharp web site and impressive credits at http://www.arianavery.com/
BadaBing
BadaBoom
Offering sweetly tempered swing packed with wit and sass, they manage
to put a modern spin on a timeless style by emphasizing the rapturous
delight of the music's rhythm and harmony. Albums include BadaBing
BadaBoom Volume II (Independent, 1997) * Jonesin' To Swing
(Independent, 1999). Contact Buzzy Orange at 321-0239 or
1-800-451-0334. E-mail
thebuz@aol.com and visit their website at http://www.badabingbadaboom.com
for pics and sound clips.
Bill Sleeter Band
Providing soloist or a complete band for
that special occasion, Bill Sleeter & his band play your favorite
dance tunes from the big band era. They play danceable
rhythms that are adaptable to your nneeds & dancing styles.
For info & booking call Bill Sleeter at 615-352-6509.
Billy Sans Band
This versatile 5 piece dance band is
available for weddings, night clubs, company and private parties. They
play oldies, classic rock, country, jazz standards, swing, cha
cha, bossa nova, waltz, twist, jitterbug, tango, rhumba, polka
and more. Contact Danny Baggot at 824-8279 for booking info
and current schedule. Come out and dance to the Billy Sans
Band!
Bob Dale Combo
The "Bob Dale Combo" playing the sounds of the Big Band era.
30's, 40's, 50's, Fox Trot, Swing, Waltz, Rumba, Polka and more.
Available for Dances, Parties, Weddings, Anniversary's &other
Special Occasions. Single, Duo, Combo and up. Call Bob Dale
615-459-9996 for rates and availability or email thehappyorganman@cs.com
Butch & Jean and the Classic
Music Machine
A "Baby Boomer" duo that plays hits from the 40's along with Rock'n
Roll hits from the 50's and 60's. Butch plays drums and Jean plays bass
guitar and they are both vocalists. The organ, piano, strings, and horn
parts are played by Jean and placed on computer disk and played back
through an electronic keyboard. They play vintage instruments and mix
comedy, nostalgia, memories with old radio and TV commercials to fully
entertain. Promo Kit by request. Check out their website at http://www.butchandjean.com
call Calakey Artist Management & Music Publishing at
615-824-6991 or email
shuteye111@aol.com
The CliffNotes
If its Rhythm and Blues, Soul, Motown, Swing,
Ballroom, Big Band, Jazz, Rock, or Reggae, the CliffNotes play the
music you need to make the party happen! They're available in
configurations ranging from a solo pianist to a jazz combo to a ten
piece R&B super group. They bring a full sound system and lights
and can provide music for every event, any occasion. They will work
with you to provide excellent entertainment for functions of all sizes.
For info, call 615-386-1108 or check their webpage http://www.cliffnotesmusic.com
Cynthia Bennett and Bill Renfrew
Cynthia and Bill began performing jazz/swing standards and originals
in a unique duo of voice and acoustic guitar over a year ago and their
popularity has been increasing steadily ever since. Available for
private functions and clubs. Contact Bill Renfrew at 353-7066. E-mail bill.renfrew@vanderbilt.edu
The Debbi Bailes Band
In a city that's famous for its legendary music and musicians, Debbi
Bailes has an outstanding reputation and is respected among her peers
for having one of the best dance bands in the Mid-South. They are known
not only for their musicianship and vast repertoire, but also their
irresistible dance beat. Her multi-ranged band consistently
delivers a solid beat, exciting vocals and just the right rhythms to
the waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha cha,
swing, tango, samba, bolero, mambo, merengue, hustle, country two-step
and polka. She plays the hits from the Big Band era, 30's, 40's
and 50's, standards, swing, classic country, old rock-n-roll, requests
and a few added surprises. The versatile band is available as a duo, trio, quartet or quintet which
enables her to provide musical entertainment at most any event or
occasion including private functions, corporate events, conventions,
weddings, parties, fund raisers, festivals, political rallies, theme
gatherings and holiday occasions. For booking, call (615)
822-8542. or email debbimarie@att.net
The Flamboyants
Eighteen of Nashville's finest current and former studio musicians
formed years ago offering a trip through time. They're back!
R&B, swing, big band, rock and soul. Songs of yesterday and
today! They
play Miller to Muddy and ZZ to Tower of Power. Contact Mac Keith at
383-3005.
Gail & The Tricksters
Singer/songwriter/guitarist Gail Lloyd is the driving force behind Wild
Oats Records’ swingy rockabilly/jump blues act, the Nashville-based
Gail & The Tricksters. This band mixes classic sounds of 40's 50',
and 60's with some swingin’ original numbers to create a style that is
exciting, refreshing
and thoroughly original. They are a fun, high energy live act that
never
fails to get folks on their feet. For music clips, reivews of their two
CDs, bio and up-to-date news on the band visit
www.tricksters.freeservers.com . To book the band, email Glen
Edwards at info@wildoatsrecords.com
Gary Nichols & the Ballistic
Bovine Boys
As a solo act, or with his band, Gary Nichols
performs swingin' fresh versions of popular music from the 1920s
through the early '60s. Gary is known for his smooth vocals,
entertaining sense of humor, an uncanny whistling ability, the knack of
selecting fun and interesting songs
to perform, and a large collection of knowledge of music history! Check
out
his website http://garynicholsmusic.com/
or email gary@garynicholsmusic.com
The George Winter Band
This band specializes in that Big Band sound, with a modern touch.
Based near Chattanooga, they keep that rhythm that gets everyone
up on their feet and makes hem perfect for dances. For info
contact Karen Seybold 256-734-9157 or email karens@cullmanrecreation.org
Good
Company
This highly experienced and extremely versatile variety dance band will
please any audience with a diverse repertoire consisting of music from
The 40's, Big Band, Swing, Rock & Roll, Mowtown, Disco, 50's
through 90's, Authentic Latin (sung in Spanish), Brazilian(Sung in
Portuguese). They cover all ballroom dancing; as well as various Jazz
ensembles. You can choose from a duo to a twelve piece band! Visit
their website for more info at http://www.marinomusic.com
Marino Music & Entertainment, Frank Marino 615-673-1200,
615-812-1781 marinomusic@comcast.net
Gypsy Hombres
This acoustic violin/guitar based trio blends
traditional jazz with European, South American, and classical music to
create a sound unlike any other musical group. The Hombres' repertoire
embraces a wide variety of composers and styles; from Brahms and Chopin
to George Gershwin, Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong to
international folk songs, all while retaining the gypsy spirit.
For info, check out their website
http://www.gypsyhombres.com/index.htm
High Expectations
This professional working duo includes keyboards, guitar,
vocals, drum unit and key bass. They feature a wide variety
of music for all ages: classic rock, country, '40s, '50s, '60s,
ballroom dancing music, and more! Great music for parties,
corporate events, etc. Contact Rachel Sumner at 646-3220 or e-mail rachel@rachelsumner.com
Johnny & The Jets
This band offers a complete variety of music including swing, big band,
top 40, classic rock, motown, country and easy listening. The
band consists of some of the finest pro players in the Nashville area,
and performs at weddings, festivals, private parties, corporate events,
etc. Contact Johnny Tulucci at 646-9137 or email Tulucci@Bellsouth.net
John Jonethis and Swing City
This high-energy group plays big band swing to classic R&B. Music
from the '40s to the '90s. Look for their CD, Glad There is You
featuring John Jonethis.
Mr. Jonethis, "The Voice of Romance", also does a terrific job as a
solo performer, entertaining with a smooth versatile voice and
impressive keyboard skills. You can hear him Thursday's through
Saturday's at Nick & Rudy's (listed on our Where to Dance
page). Contact John Jonethis at 297-4534. Check out his webpage
at http://jonethis.com/ where
you can purchase his CD, Tonight...at the Piano
Bar, or e-mail
johnj@jonethis.com
Manhattan Dance Orchestra
Based
here in Nashville, they are a group of professional musicians who
have performed extensively throughout the U. S. at major
conventions, fund raisers, elegant events, and private parties. They specialize in dance songs from Big Band through the
60's to disco & today, and "profess simply to
be good at what they do". Contact
Jim Long at 615-646-1630, 800-531-1630, or check out their website http://manhattandanceorchestra.com/
The Moonlighters Big Band
This incredible big band includes members
from all professions who play for the love of big band
music. They play your favorite songs from the 1930's
through 1950's
with a rhythm that's perfect for dancing. Good people in
a great band that is adaptable to fit your needs. For more
info contact director Gene Gibson at 391-5689 or email
Gene.Gibson@HCAHealthcare.com
Music City Jazz Quartet
Performing a sweet synergy of musical styles incorporating pop, rock,
and jazz ballads along with smooth, classic jazz, swing, and
latin.. They include jazz classics, swing, brazilian bossas,
sambas, and hot cuban / latin salsas. Professional, timely,
mature, and dynamic-sounding. Their CD's include Kiss Me
(Radek Records, 1997) and Real Sounds (Indie,
1995). Contact Bruce Radek, 736-5577 or 941-3022. E-mail
jazzbeanjava@yahoo.com or check out their website at www.greenweb.com/real.htm
Music
City Swing!!
Music City Swing(formerly known as the Capitol Swing Big Band) is
Nashville’s finest example of what a big band can be, proving that
music from any era can swing. This 21-piece band plays music from the
40s through today in its own hard-swinging, big-sounding way. Founded
by, led by and fed by the energy of Karl Wingruber in 2003 (and renamed
Music City Swing in 2007), and featuring an outstanding vocal quartet
out front. Having played Christmas parties, summer music festivals,
theater openings and veteran functions, this traditional large-style
big band brings itssound to venues all across middle Tennessee. Just
close your eyes and listen to the band as they play “Chattanooga
Choo-Choo” or “Moonlight Serenade” and you could swear you were “back
there”, listening to your favorite band at the Glen Island Casino or
the Paramount Theater. In fact, the Mayor of Hohenwald, TN stated that
“ I thought you could only hear that kind of music on XM radio. Music
City Swing features some of the best instrumental talent in
Nashville, both upcoming and established, to ensure that swing will
continue from one generation to the next! For more info, check
out their web site http://www.musiccityswing.com/
The
Nashville Blue Tones
This music ensemble specializes in
providing all types of entertainment for conventions, wedding
receptions,
ceremonies, fundraisers, private parties, galas and corporate
industrials.
Create the right atmosphere with a variety dance band like " The
Nashville
Blue Tones", some classical strings, a country show band, a rock and
roll
show, jazz trio, big band swing orchestra, cajun party band, bluegrass
group, mariachi band, New Orleans jazz, background/dinner/cocktail
music, Italian/ Mexican/Island theme groups or any other style
entertainment you might require. For more info: call
615-352-6358, toll free number 800-435-8995, fax number 615-354-1869,
email: info@BlueToneMusicUSA.com
or check out their webpage http://www.bluetonemusicusa.com/
The
Nashville Jazz Group
The Nashville Jazz Group serves the Nashville/Middle Tennessee area and
performs jazz standards drawing from an extensive 400+ song list.
With an emphasis on excellent service, you will find The Nashville Jazz
Group to be reliable, professional, and courteous. They
understand the sensitivity to detail that goes into creating an
enjoyable atmosphere for your event, whether its setting the mood with
delightful background music, or inspiring memorable dance floor
moments. The Nashville Jazz Group provides classy, live
jazz for a variety of occasions, including weddings, parties,
anniversaries, galas, conferences, corporate events, festivals,
banquets, galleries, and cocktail hours. Consider the elegant and
timeless appeal of jazz music for your next event. The Nashville
Jazz Group offers a refreshing and sophisticated alternative, creating
just the right ambiance for your special occasion. http://www.nashvilleweddingjazz.com
http://www.nashvillejazzgroup.com
Orquesta
MaCuba
Owned & Directed by Eddie & Mayi Lopez, Orquesta MaCuba is an
11 piece Big Band Cuban Salsa Orchestra hailing from Atlanta,
Georgia. Their genre of Music Consist of Authentic Cuban Salsa
& Afro-Cuban Rhythms, with New York Style Salsa, Latin Jazz, Jazz,
Cha-Cha, Cumbia, Merengue & Bolero. They have been fortunate
enough to perform with 8 Latin Grammy Artist / Winners, and record with
TBS Studios (Turner Broadcasting Studios). They are a high energy
Bilingual Performing Orchestra that will not dissapoint your Musical
Needs. They are only 4 hours away and are available for any of
you events, Concerts, Weddings, Conferences, Galas, Club Venues,
Anniversaries, etc. For more info, check out http://tbsstoryline.com/ss_macuba.html
or http://www.musicmacuba.com
or http://www.myspace.com/macuba
Pamela DeMarche and The Little Big
Band
This 4-piece plus band uses custom-made horn tracks arrangements to
give them that Big Band Sound. They play everything from the
1940's on
up, jazz, blues, swing, r&b, ballroom, etc. but specialize in the
hot
jumpswing of today. Great for corporate events and private
parties
too. For info & booking email Pamela DeMarche Swing1120@aol.com
Radio Daze Big Band
A dynamic, swingin' 23-piece Big Band featuring rich vocal harmonies in
the classic Big Band Era style. You'll hear songs from the 1930s
, 1940s and 1950s, many played in their original
arrangements, accompanied by a vocal quartet. They not
only play music, they also put on a great show! Since band
leader Wayne Salyers is an active dancer, their music has a good
beat that is great for dancing, and they can provide free dance
lessons with a qualified instructor before the performance. Contact
Beth Wittrig at 662-0563 or e-mail
radiodaze@radiodazebigband.com or check out their webpage at
http://www.radiodazebigband.com/
The Respectables
The Respectables feature 5 vocalists (male &
female) and are able to cover all styles of music. They offer a mix of
music such as Big Band, Swing, Motown, R & B, Rock & Roll and
70s-90s Dance Music.
For info, check out their webpage
http://www.partypop.com/Vendors/4047156.htm email thirschmann103062@comcast.net
or call 615-754-2235.
Romie
Smith
A versatile bandleader & entertainer, Romie Smith works with and assembles different bands to play a
great selection of big band,
show tunes and light jazz. He does a great job crooning a wide
repertoire, enjoys playing your requests, and is always entertaining as
he works the audience. For more info, contact Romie Smith at
615-758-8364, or email romiesmithentertainment@yahoo.com
You can ask to be added to his weekly email newsletter, also.
San Rafael Band
Playing some of the best mix of enjoyable and danceable latin-jazz
music, San Rafael is available as a trio or combo. The San Rafael
Band's CD Fiesta Day has been described as a "superb Latin-Jazz dance
combo" and "one of the most listenable collections in
Tunetown." CD's include Fiesta Day, Spain In My Veins
, and Live at JAZZ. Contact Rafael Vasquez, 646-6404
or for check out the site
http://artists.iuma.com/IUMA/Bands/San_Rafael_Band/
Serenatta
Enjoy the elegance & passion of romantic Latin music with
Serenatta. They feature the lush rhythms of tangos, bossa novas,
boleros, rumbas & waltzes with an ensemble of violins, guitar,
Paraguayan harp, & upright bass. They've recently released their CD
Serenatta. Contact Pablo Garzon at 297-1985, check
out their webpage
http://www.pablogarzon.com/ or e-mail garzonpab@prodigy.net
The South Jackson Street Band
Playing your favorite tunes from the swinging Big Band Era with classic
vocals from the greats. A dash of Dixie, a Spoonful of Boogie, a spice
of Latin---all stirred and cooked until swinging! Made up of five
Saxes, four Trombones, four Trumpets, Bass,
Guitar, Drums, and male and female vocalist, they play many
authentic charts from the great bands in addition to an extensive
library of standards, plus some more modern tunes. Contact Peggy
C. Burton at 931-455-8325, or email
perabur@mindspring.com
The Stardusters
A 14-piece "Big Band" featuring the swing sounds of the '30s, '40s, and
'50s. Demo tape is available. Perfect for dances,
wedding receptions and other special events. They're very affordable,
so you can make that event very special. Contact William
Riggs at 714-8076. E-mail billriggs@earthlink.net
The Starlighters
We are a husband & wife dance band combo (computerized keyboard and
Tenor/alto saxophone) with over 35 years experience in the
mid-west states. We feature music of the big band era,
50's & 60's from the great bandleaders. Our music is
a wide variety of Swing, Foxtrot, Tango, Samba, Rhumba, Waltz,
Polka, Cha-Cha, Twist, Rock-n-roll, Jitterbug, Quickstep, and
light Country-Western. We have over 2000 selections in our musical
repertoire. We know how to feel the mood and tempo of our audience
and adjust our performance accordingly. We also can "crank it
up and boogie down" when needed. We love to travel, so distance is no
problem. E-mail
thestarlighters@yahoo.com
Susan Fiering and the JazzAMundo
Jazz Orchestra
A jazz ensemble playing in styles from swing to standards, Latin to
bop. The band ranges in size from a 17-piece big band to a small
ensemble and features music by jazz greats as well as original charts
from Susan Fiering and others. Contact Awesome Entertainment at
385-9349 or e-mail
sfiering@bellsouth.net
Sweet Georgia Sound
This Chattanooga-based group provides big
band dance music for events throughout north Georgia, southeast
Tennessee and north Alabama. They share their music whenever
people come together to enjoy a party that only a big band
creates. They are a sixteen member ensemble that has been playing
together since 1994, and their music consists of dance charts from the
40's to today. Since many of their members are dancers they have
worked with local dance studios to create music played at a tempo that
ballroom dancers enjoy. Check out their website at http://www.sweetgeorgiasound.com/
call their office at 423-624-1780, fax to 423-624-6454 or email info@sweetgeorgiasound.com
The Swingin' Stars
An 8-piece big band featuring the swing sounds of the '30s, '40s, and
'50s. Demo tape is available. Perfect for dances, wedding
receptions, and other special events. They're very affordable, so you
can make that event
very special. Contact William Riggs at 714-8076. E-mail billriggs@earthlink.net
Teren Bose & the Swing
Set
Teren and the swing set have become one of Nashville's local favorites.
Playing jazz and swing standards from the '30s and '40s as well
as many originals from their CDs. They've performed with Tony Bennett,
Diana Krall, and Manhattan Transfer. Albums include Teren Bose &
the Swing Set (Name the Movie records, 1997) and Thirteen (2000,
Name The Movie Records). Contact Bridget Galvin at 834-4186.
E-mail benandter@aol.com
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