A Tribute to Old Blue Eyes: The Music of Frank Sinatra
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Bill Pantle has been entertaining crowds for close to 10 years now in Chicagoland's premiere Frank Sinatra Tribute act - "A Tribute To Old Blue Eyes". Bill's baritone voice and quick wit make you feel like you are in front of The Voice himself. The show covers many of the classic Sinatra selections from The Great American Songbook and other popular Sinatra hits. Bill's appreciation of standards of the 40's & 50's has turned into a Vegas-style show highlighting The Voice and his antics while on stage. The big band sound is recreated by a heart pounding 17 - 20 piece big band orchestra. Chicago's very own Big Band Boom! or Shout Section Big & Mini Band can be found creating the music for Bill's show on any given night. Bill can also perform with a smaller group of musicians, or with a pianist, depending on your event needs and budget.
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HERstory - Narrative Musical Programs Celebrating Women
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For more than ten years, Chicago cabaret artists Anita Kallen and Catherine Thomson have been sharing stories of the trials and triumphs of women. In their musical series, HERstory, they celebrate two important struggles. In HERstory: The 19 th Amendment and the Power of the Vote! the fight for women’s right to vote and the ongoing struggle to protect, promote, and utilize that right is presented in song and narrative. They similarly celebrate women’s groundbreaking achievements in HERstory: Trailblazing Female Firsts.
Both talented storytellers and vocalists, Anita and Catherine entertain and inspire with tantalizing tales of amazing women through narrative and song. Their musical repertoire is drawn from Broadway classics, the Great American Songbook, pop hits, cleverly crafted parodies and more. Anita and Catherine have performed in a range of venues from intimate clubs to large auditoriums, libraries, and faith-based and senior centers, with each performance tailored to the requirements of the audience. Praised both for their solo vocal offerings as well as their tight duo harmonies, Anita and Catherine have been consistently lauded for their “smart with heart” engagement with audiences. They would love to share their unique brand of edutainment with you! “HERstory honors....the women who were the first....to break barriers in their respective fields of endeavors....with passion and grace. The duo rocked....” Cabaret Scenes magazine, October 2022. Some Audience Comments: "Beautiful arrangements, fabulous harmonies, all beautifully interwoven with fascinating stories of the Womens Suffrage movement. An amazing journey told and sung by amazing women!" “Fantastic show!! I loved learning about strong women and their journeys. Thank you for the music and laughs!” “ Truly a 5-star show!” “Fantastic show!! I loved learning about strong women and their journeys. Thank you for the music and laughs!” “You get two women with TOP NOTCH performing skills and songs that will bring a laugh to your throat and a tear to your eye.” "Your show was fantastic!!!! Intelligent and funny with gorgeous music and voices!" “It made me proud to be a woman!” |
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Highland Park Pops Big BandThe Highland Park Pops Big Band is a 17-piece jazz band that plays swing tunes, jazz favorites, dance music and big band standards. For almost four decades, the Highland Park Pops Big Band has maintained large ensemble jazz on Chicago's North Shore, playing classic and popular arrangements that celebrate the music of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Woody Herman, Stan Kenton and many other renowned artists.
The music is timeless; and the full, brassy sound is enjoyed by music lovers of all ages at outdoor programs, civic functions and dances. With a repertoire of over 500 tunes, the music and performance style are adaptable for settings as diverse as galas, festivals, fairs, event programs, and auditorium concerts. |
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Fermata D'Aria (Barbershop Quartet)If you are seeking a classic barbershop quartet, then look no farther. Fermata D'Aria has performed all over, including Chicago City Hall for the Mayor and Aldermen to celebrate the 75th adversary of the Barbershop Harmony Society. They have been pitchmen for a live television spot and media campaign by the Johnsonville Sausage company.
They love to sing and perform the songs from the Golden Era of music, hits from the 30's to the 60's and beyond. They encourage sing along songs and provide lyrics for the audience. |
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The Frozen RobinsThe Frozen Robins are exceptional musicians, with a well-rehearsed and extensive repertoire of seasonal music, from the great traditional carols like “Silent Night” to the popular standards like “White Christmas” to this year’s trending songs. They’re all professional entertainers, with lots of experience in theater and improv comedy. They know how to work a crowd, and that can be as important to the success of your event as the music. They know how to make a room light up with a seasonal glow. Whether you want to delight a room full of children, provide a festive ambiance for your town’s holiday walk, entertain a company party, or add sparkle to a private Christmas party, the Frozen Robins are the right Christmas caroling choice for you.
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Los Perros Cubanos
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Los Perros Cubanos features the music of Cuba’s Golden Age of the 1940s and 1950s. Since its inception in 2009, Los Perros Cubanos has become one of the Midwest’s hottest Latin acts. The band’s music combines the traditional Cuban music styles of Son Cubano, Salsa, Cha Cha, and Charanga with modern instrumental prowess to produce a captivating sound that moves your feet. Los Perros Cubanos take the influences of such Latin music immortals as Buena Vista Social Club, Beny Moré, Arsenio Rodriguez, Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, and Compay Segundo, and blend jazz, blues, rock and country into the mix to create a totally unique sound. You’ve never heard anything like Los Perros Cubanos! Prepare to dance the night away!
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