BEST JAZZ NOMINEES 2022
Da Land Brass Band
Da Land Brass Band was formed in 2016 under the leadership of William C. Washington, Kyle Sherepita, Nathan Hestley, and Liam Smith.
Featuring a modern take on New Orleans street bands with a high energy funk sound, they are bridging the gap between musical tradition and a vision for the future. Boasting original tunes, funky adaptations of classic songs, and true roots New Orleans music, they have the versatility to satisfy any audience.
Whether at a parade, a party, a venue, or on the street, you can find Da Land Brass Band bringing their infectious grooves and celebratory attitude all over the city.
In addition to bringing their music to dancing audiences, the group also seeks to revitalize the culture of music within the city by teaching children the joy of performance and showmanship through practical improvisation and live music master classes. Their educational outreach programs help to keep youths involved in music well after their school days are done.
CAN YOU DIG IT?!?!?
Featuring a modern take on New Orleans street bands with a high energy funk sound, they are bridging the gap between musical tradition and a vision for the future. Boasting original tunes, funky adaptations of classic songs, and true roots New Orleans music, they have the versatility to satisfy any audience.
Whether at a parade, a party, a venue, or on the street, you can find Da Land Brass Band bringing their infectious grooves and celebratory attitude all over the city.
In addition to bringing their music to dancing audiences, the group also seeks to revitalize the culture of music within the city by teaching children the joy of performance and showmanship through practical improvisation and live music master classes. Their educational outreach programs help to keep youths involved in music well after their school days are done.
CAN YOU DIG IT?!?!?
Ernie Krivda and The Fat Tuesday Big Band
Whether in concert or playing swinging dance music, Ernie Krivda and The Fat Tuesday Big Band are one of the most exciting and engaging acts to hit the Midwest music scene in recent memory. The band reflects the electric intensity of their leader as well as his superb musicianship and stylistic distinction. Combining the musical values of the great big bands of yesterday with the dramatic energy of a new century, the nineteen piece “Band That Swings” plays each performance into an unforgettable event.
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The Jazz Guys are one of Northeast Ohio’s premier Jazz and Variety bands. Founded in 2018, this highly experienced and talented group of musicians strive to make every performance a memorable event, for every audience. When pianist Michael Bondra met vocalist, Patrick Lynch they realized they had the come upon something unique, pairing Patrick’s flashy stage presence and Michael’s flexibility to play anything on the fly. Adding the soulful saxophone of JD Goldberg perfectly rounded out the lineup of this now trio.
The Jazz Guys strengths lie within the variety of songs they perform. Whether Patrick is belting out an iconic Sinatra tune or Michael and JD are playing classic jazz, The Jazz Guys have the songs for every occasion.
Whether it’s a cocktail hour, private event, or public performance, The Jazz Guys will have the audience singing along to each song, all night long.
The Jazz Guys strengths lie within the variety of songs they perform. Whether Patrick is belting out an iconic Sinatra tune or Michael and JD are playing classic jazz, The Jazz Guys have the songs for every occasion.
Whether it’s a cocktail hour, private event, or public performance, The Jazz Guys will have the audience singing along to each song, all night long.