Samba Bom is a Midwest-based music and dance ensemble that plays authentic Brazilian music at schools, night clubs, wineries, festivals,
Place Description: Samba Bom is a Midwest-based music and dance ensemble that plays authentic Brazilian music at schools, night clubs, wineries, festivals, and private events.
The group plays a unique mix of Brazilian popular music styles, including: Samba, Bossa Nova, Brazilian Jazz, Olodum, Forro, Chorinho, among others the Batucada is an exciting, all-percussive jam session that brings any audience to its feet to dance along with the group – just like Carnaval festivities in Rio de Janeiro.
We also can provide workshops and residencies in Brazilian percussion, dance and/or Brazilian culture. Additional musicians and Brazilian dancers with authentic costumes can be added to the performances to transform your event with a taste of tropical Brazil.
Contact Name: Moacyr Marchini
Address: 1929 Mitchell Place, St. Louis, MO 63139
Phone: 314-477-6226, 312-585-7775
Email: moacyr@hotmail.com
Performance Fee Range: $300-$5000
Technical Requirements:
For live music shows: Preferably a stage and a PA sound system. Upon request, the group can provide the sound system.
For Brazilian percussion workshops: A room that will allow loud drums.
For Brazilian dance workshops: Preferably a room with a dance floor.
Availability: Available most of the year, but availability must be checked with the artists.
Awarded the National Circle of Excellence award for his outstanding work as a storyteller, this St. Louis native is one
Place Description: Awarded the National Circle of Excellence award for his outstanding work as a storyteller, this St. Louis native is one of the most sought after performers in the country today! He has also worked in Canada, Hong Kong, Ireland, England, China, Taiwan, Wales, Singapore, Austria and Africa. Bobby has won three Emmy Awards for his local CBS-TV show Gator Tales, and is the author of several award-winning children’s books. Eight of his ten CD’s have won the Parents Choice Gold Award. His programs highlight themes of cultural diversity, character education, literacy, living history, poetry & prose, music and conflict resolution. He is well known for his engaging comedy, lively animation and special sound effects. In 2018, Bobby was awarded the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters by The University of MO- St. Louis.
Contact Name: Jan Dolan, Booking Agent
Address: 105 East Drake, St. Louis, MO 63119
Phone: 314-968-2606
Email: jdolan9928@aol.com
Performance Fee Range: $300-$2500 (negotiable)
Technical Requirements:
Microphone on a stand.
Availability: Year-round.
Categories List: Storytelling
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Known from the Oscar-nominated 2011 film “Winter’s Bone,” their iconic mix has become finer with age. Their honey-sweet harmonies and
Place Description: Known from the Oscar-nominated 2011 film “Winter’s Bone,” their iconic mix has become finer with age. Their honey-sweet harmonies and tasty Ozark-style pickin’ is seasoned with poignant, hilarious celebrations of Ozarks unique music and culture.
Singer Marideth Sisco is now accompanied by multi-instrumentalists Bo Brown and Dave Wilson, and bassist George Horne, 3/5 of the legendary 1980s bluegrass band “The Undergrass Boys.” They and Sisco, a Missouri Master storyteller and host of the public radio series “These Ozarks Hills, offer an elegant mix of traditional Old Time Ozarks tunes and original works in contemporary topical folk music.
Contact Name: Marideth Sisco, For bookings and merchandise, visit Yarnspinner Media on Facebook
Address: PO Box 434, West Plains, MO 65775
Phone: 417-274-0435
Email: maridethsisco@gmail.com
Performance Fee Range: $1,000 - $4,000
Technical Requirements:
Contact bo@firstearth.com
Availability: Year-round.
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Beyond the Circle dancers is a cultural exchange through Native American song and dance based out of Springfield MO. They
Place Description:
Beyond the Circle dancers is a cultural exchange through Native American song and dance based out of Springfield MO. They represent the Navajo, Ottawa, Ojibwe, Zuni and Apache tribes. They have performed and powwowed all over the United States sharing their heritage and culture through traditional song and dance.
Contact Name: Randy Falcon
Address: 532 S. Prince Ln, Springfield, MO 65802
Phone: 417-619-6122
Email: 1powowdancer@gmail.com
Performance Fee Range: $350-$3500 (Depends on length and the amount of dancers.)
Technical Requirements:
A PA system with 2 microphones, and an area large enough to dance.
Availability: Year-round.
Categories List: Dance
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A performing songwriter presenting a variety of sounds ranging from folk to roots rock, Beth can be booked in a
Place Description: A performing songwriter presenting a variety of sounds ranging from folk to roots rock, Beth can be booked in a variety of formats ranging from solo to full band. Think Joni Mitchell all the way to Neil Young. Past performances include the Whitaker Festival at Missouri Botanical Gardens, and multiple regional tours in the Midwest/East Coast.
Music presented can include cover songs as well as original material. We will work with you to tailor a program to your needs. In addition to in person events, Beth is now offering virtual live streamed concerts featuring a top notch professional audio and video experience.
“With her recent album, Evergreen finds a freshly invigorated Beth Bombara fronting a tight, taught band and performing her songs with the fortitude of an artists coming into her own after years touring the endless highway. Don’t let this one pass you by.” -American Songwriter Magazine.
Contact Name: Beth Bombara
Address: 1907 Withnell, St. Louis, MO 63118
Phone: (618) 292-1311
Email: booking@bethbombara.com
Performance Fee Range: $600-2,000
Technical Requirements:
Beth can provide a small PA system if needed for an additional fee. If you have a P.A. system, we need: minimum 4 channels, 2 microphones with stands and cables. (If in a small space, a P.A. system may not be necessary.) A sound person to help set appropriate levels. A one hour setup time is generally sufficient, but this is dependent on the formation of band booked (solo, duo, full band)
Availability: Year-round.
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Ben Harris-Bandleader/Bassist – has recently performed with 2009 Grammy Award Winner for best Latin Jazz Album, Pianist, and composer Arturo O’Farrill.
Place Description: Ben Harris-Bandleader/Bassist – has recently performed with 2009 Grammy Award Winner for best Latin Jazz Album, Pianist, and composer Arturo O’Farrill. Ben also performed with Nichelle Nichols -Actress/Vocalist- who played Lt. Uhura in Star Trek. In the local area Ben Played in the 2015 Leeś Summit Symphony Winter Concerts.
Ben provides a highly entertaining performance with a rich soundscape of main stream jazz and blues, in addition to just enough funky jazz to keep your foot happy.
Contact Name: Mr Ben Harris
Address: 815 SW Peach Tree LN, Lees Summit, MO 64064
Phone: (816) 678-6070
Performance Fee Range: $2800 to $6000
Technical Requirements:
On request.
Availability: Year-round.
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Back to the 70s Tributes brings the music of Neil Diamond and Karen and Richard Carpenters to your community. Experience
Place Description: Back to the 70s Tributes brings the music of Neil Diamond and Karen and Richard Carpenters to your community.
Experience the “Feel of Neil” with Diamond look and sound alike Keith Allynn and A Neil Diamond Tribute . In this romantic comedy Keith unveils the story of Diamond’s life through Neil’s own songs while weaving though his own career change from a top ten Elvis tribute artist to A Neil Diamond Tribute, all for the love of a woman.
Celebrate the sounds of Carpenters Once More with vocalist Diana Lynn. This poignant tribute to this iconic brother – sister duo gives insight to their lives, struggles, and impact on the music industry. Diana delivers spot on vocals, multi- media, quick change, humor, and your favorite Karen tunes.
Having logged over 3,500 solo performances, these artists are experienced, professional, and courteous , delivering the music of the tapestry of our lives like no other tribute artist today.
Contact Name: Debi Wills
Address: P.O. Box 1006, Branson, Missouri 65615
Phone: 417-464-8497, 417-331-3274
Performance Fee Range: $2500.00-$7,500.00
Technical Requirements:
We provide 90 minute award winning production, sound if necessary, production technician, load in /out, and digital marketing material for your promotion.
Availability: Year-round.
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Bach to the Future: A fun, new way to enjoy classical music favorites, performed with jazz and world rhythms. Pianist
Place Description: Bach to the Future: A fun, new way to enjoy classical music favorites, performed with jazz and world rhythms. Pianist Michael Silverman is the most downloaded pianist in the world, with over 3 billion streams. The band’s music has appeared in many films and TV productions, including Martin Scorcese’s “Silence,” “Two and a Half Men” and “The Good Wife.” They have performed to audiences all over North America, in top theaters and jazz festivals everywhere. Major guest musicians are also available, including a number of Grammy award-winning artists for an additional price.
Contact Name: Jodie Gilbert
Address: 8008 Carondelet Ave, Suite 301, St. Louis, MO 63105
Performance Fee Range: $1000-$2000
Technical Requirements:
Contact for technical requirements. Most are open to negotiation.
Availability: Year-round.
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Rob Compton is a one-man, one-guitar musical comedy act for kids of all ages. His show is a raucous, high-energy
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Rob Compton is a one-man, one-guitar musical comedy act for kids of all ages. His show is a raucous, high-energy event involving original songs, slapstick, one-liners, and loads of audience participation. Babaloo’s unique ability to connect with kids has won him a large following in the Midwest and thousands of cd sales worldwide. He was named “Best Children’s Entertainment” by Saint Louis Magazine in 2008, and “Best Recording Artist for Elementary-Age Children” by the 2008 Children’s Web Awards. He was also the first and second place winner in the children’s category of the 2008 International Songwriting Contest, the largest in the world.
Contact Name: Rob Compton
Address: 255 Finch Dr., Washington, MO 63090
Phone: 636-390-4014, 636-623-6201
Email: babadoris@hotmail.com
Performance Fee Range: $350-$1,500
Technical Requirements:
Electricity, sound system for audiences of more than 200 (with two mics, one line-in for guitar), shade/shelter for outdoor performances
Availability: Year-round.
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Audra Sergel, singer/pianist/composer, lives to tell stories of life, love, and beauty through her music. A versed musician from Columbia,
Place Description: Audra Sergel, singer/pianist/composer, lives to tell stories of life, love, and beauty through her music. A versed musician from Columbia, Missouri, Audra’s tender and savvy vocal jazz melodies are shaded with influences of the blues, pop, and early musical theater. When combined with her nuanced piano playing and revelling, a beautiful narrative of true artistry unfolds before your eyes and ears on stage. Her band of first-class musicians tell their tales through brilliant improvisation and musical mastery.
Contact Name: Mrs. Audra Sergel
Address: 110 Aldeah Ave, Columbia, MO 65203
Phone: (573) 424-2496
Performance Fee Range: $200-$4000
Technical Requirements:
Space for a keyboard and sound system (if not provided), electrical outlets, all needs able to be negotiated contractually
Availability: Year-round.
Categories List: Music