Description
Ann Stewart is among a very small group at the top of the jazz banjo world. She is the leader, banjoist and vocalist of Chicago's premier Dixieland Show Band. Her percussive, swinging style of banjo performance along with her energy and enthusiasm fuels the exclusive arrangements performed by the band. Ann and the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band specialize in, but are not limited to, Classic Dixieland Jazz and standards spanning three decades. Each dynamic band member is skilled in improvisation keeping the music fresh and always entertaining. The band's modern showbiz savvy reflects their success at making their music relevant to current audiences with a sound and style that is uniquely different.
This group's eclectic style has allowed them to prosper for over three decades performing over 200 engagements each year from concert halls to local and international festivals, state and county fairs, theme parties, Christmas shows, corporate events, grand openings, cruises , theme parks, resorts, grand openings, libraries, opera houses, museums, schools and universities and countless private functions. They are listed in the Illinois Festival Association Hall of Fame as "Entertainers of the Year" and have recorded eight albums.
Group size and repertoire is always tailored to the event at hand.
Work Sample
https://www.banjobuddies.com - Ann Stewart is among a very small group at the top of the jazz banjo world. She is the leader, banjoist and vocalist of Chicago's premier Dixieland Show Band for the past 25 years. Her percussive, swinging style of banjo performance along with her energy and enthusiasm fuels the exclusive arrangements performed by the band. Ann and the Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band specialize in, but are not limited to, Classic Dixieland Jazz and standards spanning three decades. Each dynamic band member is skilled in improvisation keeping the music fresh and always entertaining. The band's modern showbiz savvy reflects their success in making their music relevant to current audiences with a sound and style that is uniquely different.
This group's eclectic style has allowed them to prosper for over three decades performing over 200 engagements each year from concert halls to local and international festivals, state and county fairs, theme parties, Christmas shows, corporate events, grand openings, cruises , theme parks, resorts, grand openings, educational school programs and countless private functions. They are listed in the Illinois Festival Association Hall of Fame as "Entertainers of the Year" and have recorded eight albums.
Their group size and repertoire is always tailored to the event at hand.
There are audio/video samples provided the website. The audio samples include jazz banjo (vocals), trombone, trumpet, bass and drums.
History
We believe in the style of music we play and work hard to preserve it while keeping it relevant and fun. Our band has been featured at over 25 Dixieland Jazz Festivals throughout the country and abroad in addition to local festivals and many sports stadiums including performing main stage at the White Sox World Series. We are a full-time band which allows us to be available any time of the day for every type of event imaginable. We have performed on yachts, private planes, trains and everything in between.
Artistic Vision
To not only preserve this wonderful style of music but to also educate the public on its value in musical history in addition to discussing and promoting acoustic instruments with the main focus on the banjo. Good is good and always will be. It doesn't necessarily have to be what is trending. When you can connect with your audience, you will always succeed with whatever age you are performing for.
Programs for Specific Audience(s) Expertise
No two programs, venues or audiences are alike. Each venue and audience is unique in their own way and our program is presented accordingly.
Name
Banjo Buddies Dixieland Band
Type
Company/Ensemble
Address
P.O. Box 87255
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Artistic Director
Ann Stewart
[email protected]
630.234.3643
Contact Person
Ann Stewart
[email protected]
630.234.3643
Web Site
Artistic Discipline(s)
Music
- Jazz
Geographic Availability
Central Illinois
Chicago/Chicagoland
Northern Illinois
Southern Illinois
Western Illinois
Fee Ranges
$750 - $4,000 Group sizes to fit your budget or event size
Core Audience(s)
Adult
Children
Seniors