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Mandy Romao
Drummer
Available in Missouri
Based in: Denver, Colorado
Based in: Denver, Colorado
(5 Reviews)
From: $800
From: $800
Romao & The Sound Of Drums is a full-blown one-man show with unstoppable energy and an image to match. Romao is a unique entertainer who plays percussion over DJ dance music in a sizzling interactive entertainment experience that will take your event 2 the next level!
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Gino G Live
One Man Band
Available in Missouri
Based in: Santa Ana, California
Based in: Santa Ana, California
(5 Reviews)
From: $500
From: $500
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Gino was born and raised in Santa Ana, California and performs worldwide as a multi-talented musician, singer and songwriter. Currently, Gino is still following his passion of playing music, performing multi-venues, and entertaining audiences all over the world. ... (more)
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inTWO
Acoustic Guitarist / Vocalist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Missoula, Montana
Based in: Missoula, Montana
(1 Review)
From: $100
From: $100
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We play originals and covers in a singer/songwriter format. We are really energetic and relaxing at the same time. We are a couple who loves creating a romantic feeling in the air!... (more)
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Evan Wecksell
Solo Guitarist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Los Angeles, California
Based in: Los Angeles, California
(5 Reviews)
From: $400
From: $400
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Energetic, spontaneous guitar comedian that involves the crowd and customizes his show to each audience.... (more)
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Brian Scott
Acoustic Guitarist / Vocalist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Washington
Based in: Washington
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Brian Scott Soloist, Acoustic and Electric Guitar and Guitar Synthesizer
Popular Music of Yesterday and Today - 5 Star Entertainment, Hospitality and Professionalism
Music for a Variety of Settings Acoustic non-tracks music or High-quality backing tracks... (more)
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Kira Morrison
Wedding Musician
Available in Missouri
Based in: Los Angeles, California
Based in: Los Angeles, California
(9 Reviews)
From: $350
From: $350
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Experienced vocalist / acoustic guitarist with strengths in pop, jazz, and singer/songwriter. Can perform as a soloist, guitar/vocal duo, acoustic trio, jazz quartet, and more. Credits include Katy Perry (background vocalist), Sunset Singers, and Alex Mendham Orchestra.... (more)
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Francis McGrath
Pianist / Keyboardist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Austin, Texas
Based in: Austin, Texas
(6 Reviews)
From: $100
From: $100
Combining years of experience from different styles, Francis McGrath creates a unique mood for formal or casual events. He seamlessly switches from jazz to pop to new age. Guests enjoy the background music until their ears are tickled by a familiar melody.
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JB Saxx
Saxophonist
Available in Missouri
Based in: San Diego, California
Based in: San Diego, California
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From: $1000
From: $1000
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Self-contained singing, saxophonist that performs with background tracks to over a 1000 songs.
Genres includes but not limited to
Smooth Jazz, Top 40 ,Gospel,R&B Reggae pop and More.... (more)
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B.D. Lenz
Solo Guitarist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Hackettstown, New Jersey
Based in: Hackettstown, New Jersey
(5 Reviews)
From: $500
From: $500
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B.D. Lenz is a guitarist/bandleader extraordinaire and his band plays everything from lush jazz standards to high-energy party music. His versatile ensembles can do it all from quiet instrumentals to vocal bands playing the classics of all eras.... (more)
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Natasha Cash - International R&B and Gospel Recording Artist
Wedding Musician
Available in Missouri
Based in: Tampa, Florida
Based in: Tampa, Florida
(6 Reviews)
From: $2500
From: $2500
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International R&B and Gospel recording artist that is a must hear, must see and must meet. Her music inspires people of all ages to be strong, confident and independent. Her songs are backed by producers that musically inject your soul with intentional inspiration. ... (more)
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Classical / Spanish Guitarist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Irvine, California
Based in: Irvine, California
(6 Reviews)
From: $300
From: $300
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Ian Kauffman is a professional live guitarist and experienced wedding musician handling most special events in Los Angeles and the rest of Southern California. And such events range from weddings, corporate functions to household gatherings. ... (more)
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Lee Harbaugh
Pianist / Keyboardist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Arlington, Texas
Based in: Arlington, Texas
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From: $350
From: $350
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Lee Harbaugh is a renowned Pianist and composer of piano, film, band, and orchestral music with over 25 years of professional experience. With three solo piano CDs, his music can be heard on Spotify, Pandora, YouTube, Amazon, iTunes, and many other outlets.... (more)
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Jon England
Pianist / Keyboardist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Hartford, Connecticut
Based in: Hartford, Connecticut
(8 Reviews)
From: $350
From: $350
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Zoom-enabled multi-camera! Dynamic, professional, polished, virtually-unlimited repertoire... real 'Grand' piano performance. Movie/TV-themes, Classics, Pop, Jazz, Ragtime, Danceable, easy-listening and everything in-between. 20+ LP albums recorded - a delightful show!... (more)
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John Nauman
Pianist / Keyboardist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Baltimore, Maryland
Based in: Baltimore, Maryland
(9 Reviews)
From: $400
From: $400
Pianist, collaborator, vocal, chamber music, musical theater, American Songbook. Experienced teacher, (Aspen Music Festival Artist Faculty, The Juilliard School Pre-College, The Marymount School).... (more)
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Lena Violin show
Violinist
Available in Missouri
Based in: Seattle, Washington
Based in: Seattle, Washington
(5 Reviews)
From: $300
From: $300
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Classically trained electric and acoustic violinist for international events. Led light Violin show. Prevalent performance options include: stage 10 min dynamic Led light performance, two 30 min sets during drinks reception, wedding ceremony plus drinks reception.... (more)
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The Locked Band
Wedding Musician
Available in Missouri
Based in: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
Based in: Tuscaloosa, Alabama
(5 Reviews)
From: $3000
From: $3000
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We are considered as one of the "TOP BANDS IN ALABAMA". The band consists of usually 4 (-8 depending upon the budget) young energetic individuals from Alabama, that plays everything genre of music. Locking in the moment. ... (more)
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Friendsgiving House Party - Kenneth is the man!
Kenneth was hired to play for a couple hours at a Freindsgiving/house party event. Everyone was enjoying him so much we asked if we can hire him for a little longer. He stayed and played a little past the agreed upon time even though it was getting late. Kenneth was a pleasure to deal with before and during the event! He really knows how to crush a sax!
View This Profile - Kenneth Stone Mr Sax - Saxophonist - Missouri
Maria played the harp along with Brooksie on the flute. They did an amazing job. Several people complemented the live music for the ceremony and how well they played. Maria was amazing at meeting with my husband and I before hand to go over what music we wanted and recommended amazing music go be played for specific situations. She was well organized and great to work with!
View This Profile - Harpist - Maria Duhova Trevor - Harpist - Missouri
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Beau’s guitar says, expresses, and defines things that no lyrics could ever come close to defining. And that’s one of the greatest things about Blues and Jazz. You could take two different Jazz guitarists and have them play the same song, but they will both end up completely different sounding. That’s what happens when you impart all your thoughts, feelings, emotions, and dreams into your guitar.
Beau Shelby doesn’t use his guitar to just make melodies or music. His guitar has a voice – a beautiful voice – that only Beau can coax out of it. Beau Shelby is a master of his instrument. And when I say master, I don’t just mean he’s really good. I mean he is the master.
Or perhaps prodigy is a better description? It’s not often you find a guy who’s had but one (1) teacher/instructor in his entire lifetime and ends up even half as good as Beau Shelby. That’s just simply not natural. I don’t know whether he found music or music found him, ...but it’s obvious that the two were bound to meet eventually.
There is a massive difference between most of today’s music and Jazz/Blues. Personally, I love me some Rock music, but those musicians aren’t masters of their instruments like Beau Shelby is (there are a few, rare exceptions). Most Rock musicians play power cords. They play loud and distorted, so precision isn’t nearly as important. Beau Shelby’s music is precise. It is calculated. It is fundamentally and structurally brilliant.
But even in all that structure and discipline, he finds a way to let creativity and beauty shine in his music. He creates and plays, with seemingly so little effort, insanely intricate riffs that I can only pull off on my very best days with my air-guitar. As if the Jazz gods speak through his guitar to anyone willing to listen. You should be listening.
And while his guitar playing is certainly the show-stopper for me, it would be criminal not to mention his silky-smooth vocals. He just has the voice – as if by destiny. Beau is the total package.
A lot is made about the history of St. Louis and their Blues. And who can blame them? St. Louis IS Blues. Why else do you think we’d name our hockey team after it (even if the players and owners are a bunch of greedy d-bags… I digress. Not the time or place.)? What’s a shame is that people tend to forget the Blues and Jazz hasn’t disappeared from St. Louis.
While the city has a rich history that certainly is deserving of being recognized, we mustn’t overlook the fact that new Blues and Jazz is constantly springing up in this great city. Of course it doesn’t help that Blues is also being mixed with other genres (i.e. Hip Hop, Punk, some kind of crazy Electro stuff and, *gulp* yes, even Rock to a certain extent) which is distorting, diluting, and frankly, destroying what is quite possibly one of the more expressive forms of music out there.
And unfortunately, MarsBands isn’t doing the scene any favors. Admittedly, our area of expertise isn’t in the Blues or Jazz genres, but we should still be doing more to promote our hometown. And we will. In fact, there’s a good chance that to kick things off we will dedicate an entire week to St. Louis Blues and Jazz greats in the not too distant future.
Beau Shelby is a brilliant musician as well as a brilliant author with quite a lot of great and insightful things to say. MarsBands recommends you check out Beau Shelby’s blog. Oh ya, he also owns and operates his own label as well, TriportMedia, which is another reason we like him so much.
My favorite songs from Mr. Shelby, which you are free to listen to and enjoy below, were Tore Up, Mama’s World, and Ready? …Confetti!!! I strongly encourage, nay, implore, that you check out some of the silkiest smooth Jazz and Blues you’ll hear this side of the Mississippi.
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