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Foothills Brass Quintet – “SERIOUS FUN!” 
Celebrating over 45 years of entertaining audiences across N. America, Europe and beyond, the Foothills Brass Quintet leaves its stamp everywhere they go. Audiences will enjoy classical, jazz, and maybe even a little Latin and country music. Shows include humorous history and personal tales, with only a touch of shtick. Whether dazzling youngsters with high energy and interactive programs, or enlightening adults to the incredible versatility of the brass quintet, Foothills Brass delivers SERIOUS FUN! Foothills Brass is ideal for small to medium sized theatres, schools, churches, and universities. They are based in Alberta and BC.
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
link:Â foothillsbrass.ca
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Andrew Homzy’s NOLA Nighthawks make “Old Tunes New and New Tunes Better!”
This unique 10 member jazz band, led by acclaimed jazz scholar, arranger, composer, and multi instrumentalist, Andrew Homzy,  pays tribute to New Orlean’s culture while playing music from around the world. You’ll hear Music from 1850 to 2026, from Jelly Roll Morton to PJ Morton, from the Gottschalk to the Beatles … Audiences love Andrew’s approachable jazz arrangements and the fascinating, and often comical, introductions. Andrew’s unparalleled knowledge of jazz history allows him to create many themed shows. His New Orleans take on the Beatles has been wildly successful. Don’t miss “The “Beatles Go to New Orleans. The Nighthawks are suitable for theatres of any size, church venues, jazz jazz clubs, and festivals. They are based on Vancouver Island.
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
Link: https://homzy.ca/nola-nighthawks/
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Iurincic – Jazz-inspired Popular Music
Up and coming guitarist, arranger, and vocalist, Mike Iurincic, has a last name worth learning how to pronounce! (urinchich). Mike, originally from Ontario, but now based in BC, has performed across Canada with his quartet and quintet. His performances include original music (sometimes comical), along with reimagined popular standards, from Michael Jackson, the Beatles, and Dolly Parton, to Gershwin, Rogers and Hammerstein, and Chick Corea. Iurincic is ideal for small to medium sized theatres, clubs, and festivals.
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
Links:Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NA64L9Gevg&list=RD3NA64L9Gevg&start_radio=1. Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qAxYNo8z65g&list=RDqAxYNo8z65g&start_radio=1
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Gabriel Palatchi – powerful fusion of Latin, jazz, tango, funk and world music
Gabriel Palatchi is an internationally acclaimed pianist, composer, and producer from Buenos Aires, Argentina, known for his powerful and original fusion of Latin jazz, tango, funk, world music, Middle Eastern influences, and electronic sounds. With more than 20 years performing at major festivals and renowned venues around the world, Gabriel has built a unique musical language that crosses cultures, genres, and borders. Gabriel Palatchi performs Latin Jazz World Fusion as a soloist, or with his trio, sextet or larger ensembles. Gabriel’s versatility allows him to perform in any type of venue from house concerts to major festivals and theatres.
Link:Â https://gabrielpalatchi.com
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
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Chamigos – Music from South America
Chamigos performs easy listening Latin jazz, and popular music from all over South America and beyond – music from Argentina and Brazil to Mexico and Cuba. All music is sung is Spanish and Portuguese with English commentary. Chamigos is suitable for quiet clubs, small theatres, and festivals.
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
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SUGARBEAT – Â R&B with
Powerful Soulful Vocals 
Sugarbeat performing originals and popular covers with powerful soulful vocals with a sizzling horn section. The band can perform without the horn section for limited budget venues. Sugarbeat is suitable for bars, nightclubs and festivals.
Link:Â https://sugarbeatssi.com
Contact Derrick: dsmilton@telus.net  tel: 250 537 4654 (no text).
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I can help you connect with many other bands if the above are not quite right for your venue at this time.