[ The Gene Krupa Orchestra Led By Michael Berkowitz ]
All of the hits of one of America's greatest big bands as well as the vocals of Lynn Roberts.
Excitement, Energy, and The World's Best Music, are now available for your next concert, performing arts center or dance.
Contacts:
Michael Berkowitz, Leader
Tel:    646-387-4030
Toll    Free Tel: 800-397-6293
Fax:    845-424-4466
eMail:    radiokng@ptd.net
WebURL:   http://www.berkmusic.com

   [ Michelle Kiba and The Aloha Style Band ]
This wonderful 5 piece "Hawaiian" band performs authentic Hawaiian music, traditional and contemporary, - as well as Swing and Jazz. If desired, they can also appear with some lovely young Hula maidens too. Though homebased along the Monterey Bay in California, the band will travel all over the central coast (San Francisco, San Jose, Modesto, Sacramento, Monterey, Salinas, Oakland, Berkley). For much more information, they can be reached by telephone, eMail or visit their website for pictures and more information.
Contacts:
Michelle Kiba
2750 Orchard Street #5, Soquel, CA. 95073 USA
Tel:    831 476-4819 (Michelle)
eMail:    ukalady@cruzio.com   Michelle
WebURL:    http://www.Ukalady.com

   [ PsychoAcoustic Orch. ]
Patrick Kelly is the Head Instigator here. The band currently has 2 CDs available; "Supreme Thing" (1994), and "Reactivation" (1995). A third CD is rumored to be on the way. For more information on the band,
Contact:
Cabin 2 Music, P.O.Box 5118, Cincinnati, OH 45205
Voice and Fax Tel:    (513) 471-2674
eMail:    Cabin2Mus@aol.com

   [ The Kamloops Big Band ]
Ken McClelland leads this fine group of 18 musicians, including a vocalist. Based in Kamloops British Columbia, Canada, the band does tour the entire area. While the music played is mostly from the big band era, the band's 'book' includes many modern charts. This enables them to play music from every past era right on up to the present 'millennium'. The band, and their music, is ideal for dancing as well as great listening and will make any function truly exciting and successful. For much more information, log on to the Website shown here or email them directly.
Contact: Mike Whitehouse
eMail:    mwhiteh@wkpowerlink.com
WebURL:   http://www.tnrdlib.bc.ca/bigband

   [ The Kim Kelly Orch. ]
Not just the same old song and dance...The Kim Kelly Orchestra has a musical style all their own blended with a touch of class. Based in Dayton, Ohio, the 17 piece Kim Kelly Orchestra has been entertaining in the Tri-State area since 1974. The orchestra features musicians from the Columbus, Cincinnati and Dayton areas-many who performed professionally with such groups as Count Basie, Stan Kenton, Woody Herman and Buddy Rich. The orchestra is dedicated to providing polished material in a variety of styles, from the songs of the "Big Band Era" to contemporary pop and swing selections. They have an extensive play list, with a wide range of material to please most every musical taste. This variety is what makes The Kim Kelly Orchestra one of the most sought after bands in the Tri-State area. And, don't forget, smaller groups from within the band are also available for those more intimate occasions.
Contact: Kim Kelly
P. O Box 31081
Dayton, Ohio 45437
Tel:    (937) 271-9427
eMail:    kellykko@yahoo.com   Kim Kelly
WebURL:    http://www.KimKellyOrchestra.com

   [ The Kings Of Swing ]
This fine 18 piece dance band originated in 1944 at Cleveland High School. They have performed the music of the Big Band Era (From Miller To Basie) delighting audiences of all ages at festivals, reunions, weddings, club dances and other special events.

For the last two years The band has had the honor of playing at the Space Needle on New Years Eve, also in June of 1992, the group attended the prestigous White Nights Festival in St. Petersburg, Russia.

The Kings Of Swing are a close knit group who get together socially when not performing and can make any event a special occasion.
For Booking information Please Contact.
Paul Sawtelle
Tel:        (253) 222-9806
eMail:    paul@corbenic.com
Web URL:    http://www.kingsofswing.com

   [ Big Band East ]
... the only true big band performing on the East End of Long Island. Based in the glamorous Hamptons, the band has performed for various functions anywhere from Montauk Point through to Manhattan. With a complete big band instrumentation of five saxophones, eight brass, rhythm section and both male and female vocalist, BIG BAND EAST has been entertaining the Hamptons for over twenty-five years. The band has a vast repertoire of styles including music for ballroom dancing. But if "Swing is the thing" for you, no one does it better on all of Long Island than BIG BAND EAST. For your listening and dancing pleasure, and to make your special event truly spectacular, the only call you need to make is to BIG BAND EAST. For booking information for BIG BAND EAST or any of its affiliated musical ensembles call:
William Liguori at    631-324-4738
or Bob Beck, Musical Director at    631-283-8775.
eMail:    bobb31frd@aol.com
WebURL:    http://bigbandeast.tripod.com

   [ The Steve King Big Band ]
Based in Birmingham, England, this wonderful band with 28 years experience at the top of its field, is available for Concerts, Dances, Cabaret and Corporate functions. Contact Steve today and see how his experience and musical know-how will make any function pleasant; highly successful, and perhaps most importantly - affordable.
eMail:    steve@stevekingbigband.freeserve.co.uk   Stephen King

   [ Johnny Knorr Orch. ]
"The Music You Like...The Way You Like to Hear It", - 36 years of Big Band performances for shows, concerts and dances.

On September 14, 1996 as part of the Postal Services Music Stamp Series the Toledo Post Office presented an award to the Johnny Knorr Orchestra to commemorate the Orchestra's contributions to Big Band Music throughout the years. They have enriched the lives of thousands who live in the Tri-state area, (Ohio, Michigan, & Indiana) who love the music they play.

Johnny has performed to record crowds at the Centennial Terrace, Sylvania, Ohio; the Indiana Roof Ballroom, Cedar Point; and the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island just to mention a few. The band's recordings can be heard on many radio stations throughout the United States and the United Kingdom. In 1984 the Knorr Orchestra was recognized as one of the big bands of today in the souvenir edition of Foto-Play, published by the Big Bands Magazine in Hollywood, California.

Johnny brings a tremedous amount of experience and talent to the bandstand and in his own humble way provides the genuine warmth of his personality that brings music of yesterday and today together for his audiences. "The Music You Like...The Way You Like to Hear It."
Tours 5 state area but will tour nationally if schedule permits.
CONTACT:    Johnny Knorr, 5709 Eagles Landing Dr., Oregon, OH 43616 U.S.A.
Telephone:    419-690-0500
eMail:    JohnnyCKnorr@aol.com
WebURL:    http://www.johnnyknorr.com

   [ Koki Boga Big Band ]
One of Holland's (Amsterdam) great big bands. Be sure to check out their website for more information.
Web URL:    Koki Boga Big Band

   [ Gary Kuchenbecker Band ]
Gary's band has been around since 1974. It is primarily an eleven piece dance band. Besides Wisconsin, it has played gigs into Minnesota, Illinois, and Upper Michigan and would probably go farther if we were ever asked. Recordings are available.

This band, with family approval, also books as the Lawrence Duchow Orchestra on occasion, and recreates Lawrence's style with the help of several original side men.
Contacts:
eMail:    gkuchenb@frontiernet.net, Gary
Tel:    (715) 535-2703

   [ Swing Nouveau ]
Based in Milwaukee, WI, this great 14 piece band specializes in straight ahead jump tunes. The band works with a philosophy that says 'Swing' is as exciting and as vital today as the day the songs were written, -provided it is played with the proper energy and enthusiasm. And, the folks of all ages, - 20, 30, and 40 year olds- that have been packing the band's performances seem to bear that out. In addition to club dates, the band is available for weddings and all manner of private functions. There is even a smaller 'band-within-a-band' for those functions not requiring the full orchestra. Give them a call today, and let their expertise help you in the planning. This band's excitement and pure joy will make your function a huge success.
Contact: Ken Kottke co-owner
eMail:    info@swingnouveau.com   Ken.
Tel:    414.427.2699
WebURL:    http://www.swingnouveau.com

   [ The Original Knights of Swing ]
Dr.Warren C. "Doc" Butts, a lifelong St. Louisan, formed this wonderful band in 1949, while he was still in high school, and they've been playing continuously ever since. The group is a full 21-piece big band: five saxes, four trombones, five trumpets, four rhythm section players, the leader and two vocalists. Several of the musicians are veterans of name big bands, including Stan Kenton, Harry James, Glenn Miller, Woody Herman and Gene Krupa, - even alumni of the St.Louis Symphony Orchestra. The band performs at private events, concerts and dances mostly in the St. Louis, Missouri, area, but sometimes as far away as 200 miles. Band members are required to attend weekly three-hour rehearsals. The 3200+ musician-hours per year result in tight, high-quality musical performances. The band can play over 400 songs -- about half are vocals -- and all original Glenn Miller, Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw, Stan Kenton, Count Basie, Harry James, Gene Krupa, Duke Ellington and Claude Thornhill arrangements. Whatever your event, - civic, corporate, or private - this is one fine band that will add glamour and real excitement.
Contacts:
eMail:    TasheeProd@aol.com   Valerie Ticharcek
WebURL:    http://www.originalknightsofswing.com

   [ The Chicago Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra ]
Directed by Lenny King, this is the Chicago area's great new big band. The ensemble has been playing for various events in the Chicagoland area, including a live radio broadcast for Jazz Radio Station WDCB-FM 90.9, and they have played at the the 24th Annual Conference of the International Association of Jazz Educators "Tribute to Stan Kenton Concert". This great band has also been in demand at such area Jazz clubs as FitzGerald's, Green Dolphin Street and the Chicago Jazz Showcase. Joni James' beautiful voice is heard on the vocals. For much more information:
Tel:    (847) 381-8184
Fax:    (847) 304-4201
eMail:    kingjazz@cmjo.com   Lenny King
WebURL:    http://cmjo.com

   [ Kjellerbandet ]
While the main focus of this hard swinging band is on the Jazz of the 1950s to 1970s, they go back to the Ellington and Basie traditions of earlier years, as well as playing some of the better contemporary music. Kjellerbandet is a big band from 'Musikerl�te' at The Students Society in Trondheim, Norway. Composed mainly of students, this 19 piece band also has some skilled professionals and expert amateurs. Last year, they played much of Thad Jones work, and this year they will be examining the works of Duke Ellington, and in particular, his suite arranged from Edvard Grieg's famous music for the play Peer Gynt; "Peer Gynt Suite". "This is because we will present something quite special at this years Big Band Festival in Plzen, Czechia." For more information, Please visit their website or email them.
Web URL:    http://www.stud.ntnu.no/studorg/kb
email:    olav.khristiansen@iku.sintef.no

   [ Paul Keller Orch. ]
The 'PKO' is Ann Arbor, Michigan's premier Jazz big band. Together since 1989, the PKO has recorded five CDs, enjoyed two European tours and recently celebrated their one year anniversary at their home Jazz club, The Firefly Club. The Paul Keller Orchestra is expertly led by bassist/arranger Paul Keller, who is well known for his association with Diana Krall and Russell Malone. The PKO plays classic, obscure and original big band material from the entire history of Jazz and is equally comfortable performing concerts, clubs, wedding receptions, festivals, or dances. The Paul Keller Orchestra performs every Monday night from 8:00 PM till 11:00 PM at the Firefly Club in downtown Ann Arbor, Michigan (one block west of Main between Liberty and Washington). The Firefly Club is owned and operated by the PKO's wonderful singer Susan Chastain.
Contacts:
Paul Keller
Tel:    734/484-1217
email:    kellermusic@comcast.net
Please also visit:
Web URL:    http://www.pkorecords.com. the PKO's website
Web URL:    http://www.fireflyclub.com. the Firefly Club's website

   [ The Ken Killian Saxtet, SaxtetPlus, and Swingtet ]
In June 1983 a nine-piece group named the Ken Kilian Saxtet played its first gig. Since then, the group has broadened its horizons and there now exists the original Saxtet, the SaxtetPlus, the Swingtet, and several Combos, --groups designed to fit all of your musical needs. All of the Ken Kilian musical groups play in the swing and jazz style emulating the Big Band sound that made the Swing Era so wonderful. The groups play a wide assortment of dance styles including swing, waltz, cha-cha, rhumba, tango, and foxtrot. Their repertoire has over 800 songs making the band just about perfect for any function. The bands do tour a very wide area including Wisconsin, Iowa and Illinois. Much more information on the bands can be had just by 'clicking' on their WebURL below.
eMail:    saxtet@pcii.net
WebURL:    http://www.SaxtetPlus.com

   [ The Ted Knight Big Band ]
Based in Delray Beach, FL, this is a fine second-generation big band. Ted's late father, Vic Knight, started a sixteen-piece orchestra based in Indianapolis, IN, in the 1950s and early 1960s. The trumpet-playing leader moved his operation to Florida in 1965 with the purchase of big band radio station WDBF, where son Ted became program director. Ted began leading trio dates as a pianist in 1975, and was leading his own sixteen-piece band by 1980. Just before Vic's passing in 2000, he gave Ted his excellent book of arrangements. Ted is proud to carry on the big band tradition with dates at local country clubs, and an air show concert at Palm Beach County Air Park in Lantana. The band features outstanding jazz soloists and smooth vocals by the leader, and has a reputation for the highest musical quality. See and hear the band at the website shown below.
Tel:    561-498-8866
eMail:    tkmusic@bellsouth.net
WebURL:    http://www.tedknight.com/bigband.html

   [ Buddy-K Big Band ]
For the past 17 years, this wonderful band has been thrilling folks with their exciting and entertaining performances. Even though they are homebased in Hendersonville, NC, they normally play anywhere within a 100 mile radius including everything from Asheville, NC; Greenville, SC, and beyond. It's one great 17 piece Big Band with male and female vocalist, or a 12 piece Band with one vocalist. The band not only performs all the classic Big Band era sounds of Les Brown, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, but some of the newest millenium hit songs also.
Tel:    864.246.4717
Msg & Fax (toll free):    888.311.0501
eMail:    info@BuddyKband.com
WebURL:    http://www.BuddyKband.com

   [ Kozmic Mama ]
Get "On The Scene" with an "R&B Rockin Machine!"
Kozmic Mama has developed a solid following of fans through concerts, clubs, parties, radio shows and festival appearances. Classic Soul, R&B, Rock, Funk and FUN!!!
eMail:    kzmama@aol.com
Contact:
Carla Russell
Tel:    (256) 829-0925
WebURL:    http://www.kozmicmama.com

   [ Kisstory - 'Kiss' Tribute Band ]
The band is based in Providence, RI, and has played many venues throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, in fact, they play all of the New England area. Started in May of 2001, they put on an authentic recreation of a 'Kiss' show, complete with fire blowing and blood spitting. They also use pyrotechnics. The band uses a different costume from each era of 'Kiss'.
Contacts:
eMail:    kisstoryarmy@aol.com   bandleader Shawn Fox.
eMail:    hookah49@juno.com   Jay Duffy
Tel:     978-665-9985
Web URL:    http://angelfire.com/stars3/kisstoryarmy

   [ Vangelis Katsoulis Band ]
Members of the Band: Paolo Fresu trumpet, Bendik Hofseth Sax, Takis Farazis piano, Arild Andersen bass, Paul Wertico drums, Vangelis Katsoulis keyboards.
The band has recorded 2 albums: "Silent Voyage" (Libra LM021-2) and "An Unbearably Short Glance" (Libra LM039-2). The band was founded in 1995 by Vangelis Katsoulis with Arild Andersen and Markus Stockhausen as members and after 6 years took it's present form. The band plays exclusinely the music of Vangelis Katsoulis.
Contacts:
Vangelis Katsoulis
Mariza, Pallini, 15351, Greece
Tel:    +30 210 6666109
eMail:    vank@hol.gr   Vangelis Katsoulis
WebURL:    http://www.vangeliskatsoulis.gr

   [ KVO Big Band ]
Throughout central Scotland the Glasgow-based KVO Big Band, delights and entertains audiences with an ever-expanding musical repertoire that covers everything from Glenn Miller and classical Big Band swing through to blues and modern dance band arrangements.

Ever since their formation over 50 years ago, the band's aim has been to enjoy playing - both for their own pleasure and the pleasure of others - and no-one has been disappointed yet.
Contacts:
Rona Williamson
eMail:    rona@kvo.org.uk   Rona
WebURL:    http://www.kvo.org.uk/

   [ Albin Kristof Violin Orchestra ]

History:

This band was created 25 years ago in the town of Roznava - Slovakia. Albin Kristof, who plays accordion and is one of the Bands founding members, is the present leader of the band. Some of the previous band members left to other countries, where they play now days, some of them decided to become teachers, to educate the young generation of rising musicians.

Presence:

For the last couple of years band has only performed in its home town, and in its surrounding area. Later on they started a co-operation with the association called THE SINGING VIOLIN. With the help of this association, a gypsy orchestra consisting of 110 musicians was created. The Albin Kristof band became the heart of this orchestra. Currently the number of the band members varies, from 3 up to 11 members, which all depends on how high are the requirements for a certain musical performance or a concert. The musical production is aimed at Slovak, Czech, Hungarian, German and of course Gypsy folk and dance music. The variety of songs is always suited to the particular needs of the customers, or special requirements for any occasions. And last but not least, we also perform different songs from the world music and even our own cover versions of classical music and pop songs music.

Performances:

The band has had a successful concert tour, where they performed in Germany, Hungary and the Czech republic, and their (3) television music shows called MARMELADA, broadcasted by the RVTV made them very popular as well. Their performance during the International Conference European Social Week, which tock place in Bratislava, was also very successful and created a great atmosphere.
The (first) biggest concert in their town, took place on 25th of April 2002. The name of concert was Vesely koncert and it became the base for the following concerts for the home town audience. A great challenge for the band is also to perform on home town events, balls, New Years Eves celebrations, family anniversaries, or the charity (which also contributes to the rising of life standards of many people).

What we offer to you:

Albin Kristof Violin Orchestra offers you concerts and music production of the best quality (also with a profesional Gypsy dance group), which brings fun & entertainment to your Party, celebrations, balls and anniversaries. We guarantee good music, good mood and a lot of fun. You can also enjoy humor, jakes and the best of singing during our performances.

We are looking for some profesional music agency able to organize concerts and/or tour (area: Slowakia - Europe)
Contacts:
Tibor Bajcsy
Zahradnicka 6, Roznava, Slowakia, 04801, Slowakia
Tel:    +421587331630
800Tel:    +421905625126
Fax:    +421587331630
eMail:    bti@stonline.sk   Tibor
WebURL:    http://www.albinmuzik.szm.sk

   [ The Kings of Swing ]
The "Kings of Swing" are unique from other big bands in the northwest in that we have two vocalists so, we are not just another one dimensional instrumental band and, have a history stretching back to 1944. http://kingsofswing.com/ Our band presents a very elegant 40's big band look and our sound is very good. We have a lot of quality players that share in the labor of love that you must have to keep a 17 piece band in full swing. We have music from every decade and our two volcalists can give you Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Dean Martin, Patsy Klein and more.
Contacts:
Paul Sawtelle
8401 sr 162, Puyallup, Washington, 98372, 98146, USA
Tel:    253.222.9806
eMail:    paul@corbenic.com   Paul
WebURL:    http://kingsofswing.com/
Contacts:
Chuck
Cruise, Seattle, Washington, USA
Tel:    206.403.8476
eMail:    chuck@world-wide.com   Chuck

   [ Kawartha Jazz Ensemble ]
The Kawartha Jazz Ensemble (KJE) was formed in 1987 by Royce Williamson and performs regularly at jazz festivals, corporate events, concerts and other special events in Southern Ontario.

The KJE plays a variety of music including swing, pop, jazz & big band using a variety of vocalists including Robin Lea, Dan Bronson, Wayne Robinson & Connie Burton.

Check out our new website below.
Contacts:
Royce Williamson
Tel: 705-652-7004
eMail:    kawarthajazzensemble@cogeco.ca   Royce Williamson
WebURL:   http://www.kawarthajazzensemble.com
Contacts:
Lori Davidson
Contact eMail: :    kawarthajazzensemble@cogeco.ca   Lori Davidson