[ Oath Big Band ]
This fine orchestra was formed by Dr. John Birrell. Dr. Birrell's musical heritage includes playing with the famous 'Musical Medics Band' in the 1950's and the 1960's. The band is quite active now in the greater Calgary area. To learn much more about them, please log on to their website.
WebURL:    http://www.telusplanet.net/public/mcaplan/oath.htm
Contacts:
Murray Caplan,
Tel:    (403) 271-3033
John McArthur
Tel:    (403) 278-9785

   [ Richard Olsen Big Band ]
It is truly difficult to find enough superlatives to adequately describe the Richard Olsen Orchestra. He is a founding member of the Charlatans, San Francisco's first 1960's Rock band. When the Charlatan's broke up in 1969, Richard formed the Powell Street Jazz Band, a Dixieland group, that entertained folks throughout the 70's.

In the 1980-81 season, Olsen formed a Big Band that quickly became San Francisco's premiere society group. Since then the band has played for parties at the Getty Mansion; the Black and White Ball; with shows at Slim's and Bimbo's, and many, many more. (For those functions not requiring the full 17 piece orchestra, there is even a small band-within-a-band.)

If your social or business function is special, and requires the very finest in dance and in entertainment, then the Richard Olsen Big Band is the answer.
Contact:    richband@sirius.com

   [ The Tim Ouimette Big Band ]
Though nominally based in New York City, this fine 10 piece band (comprised of three saxophones, a trombone, two trumpets, bass, guitar and drums) tours a wide area. Tim has played with some of the finest Jazz and Salsa bands in the world. After playing for many years with such legends as Ray Charles, Dizzy Gillespie, Machito and many others, Tim decided it was time to form his own Big Band. And shortly after, he did just that. The Tim Ouimette Big Band (pronounced 'We Met') plays not only the classic big band standards, blues, jazz and swing, -capturing the spirit of the Big Bands, but also some of the newest Millenium hits. Incidentally, if you are in New York City on a Monday Night, why not stop in at Ye Olde Tripple Inn, 263 West 54 Street, (212) 245-9849, and enjoy a great swinging night out with this great swinging band. Then you too will know why they are winning a legion of loyal fans wherever they play. Whatever your event, civic, corporate or just a great private Gala, this band's know-how will make it a very memorable success. Much more information is on their website hotlinked below.
Contacts:
Tel:    (212) 957-9505,   Tim Ouimette
Tel:    (530) 581-1998,   Ron Richman
eMail:    ronz@inreach.net
WebURL:    http://www.timouimettebigband.com

   [ Jerry O'Hagan and His Orch. ]
A wonderful 14 piece big band working out of Minneapolis, MN. The band has been together since 1990 and includes many musicians with name big band experience. The band plays very much in the style of Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, and other great bands of the 1940's. Their music is eminently danceable and wonderfully listenable - just the right combination to make any public or private function a huge success.
Give Jerry O'Hagen a call today to discuss your requirements or to obtain the band's schedule. Two albums are also currently available for sale in CD or tape format.
eMail:    Johagan581@aol.com
WebURL:    http://www.jerryoh.com/

   [ One Beat Back ]
This is a classic Big Band playing music of the 30's and 40's. The 5 saxes; 3 trombones' 4 trumpets and swinging rhythm section combine to make any occasion most memorable. For all the important details, you should really log on to their fine website. (Just click on the URL below.)
Website:    http://www.onebeatback.com
Contact:
eMail:    gary@onebeatback.com
Tel:    1-810-977-BEAT

   [ The Outcast Jazz Band ]
Founded in the Summer of 1981 by the late Gilbert "Smokey" Robinson, the original OJB (actually Gilbert's Social Outcast Band) was comprised of ten kids ranging in ages from 13 to 17. Today, The Outcasts are 17 members strong, sporting 5 saxophones, 4 trombones, 4 trumpets, a full rhythm section, as well as several vocalists. They concentrate on the classic big band sounds of the 30's, 40's and 50's, but also throw in a smattering of anyone from Van Morrison to the Blues Brothers. Since that fateful summer so long ago, we have been swingin' our way through some of the most prestigious ballrooms and events in the Chicagoland Area. Drop them a note, and ask for there video or high quality audio tape. Using them at your next function could be the best decision you'll make this year.
eMail: Ojbman@aol.com
Tel:    (708) 424-3994
Web URL:    http://www.ojbmusic.com

   [ Peaches O'Dell and Her He-Man Orch. ]
Peaches O'Dell is a rarity, -a lady swing band leader, -but there's much, much more to the band than just that. In fact, it's hard to think of enough superlatives to describe this great 11 piece band that plays all of the Swing Hits, plus vintage Hollywood, old cartoon music and often wild, show stopping novelties, plus some of the newest millenium hits. Peaches O'Dell provides a musical package that's FUN, ORGANIZED, -and she tailors it to your taste, theme and special requirements. The band can also play romantic dance or background music, including those lush 1950s instrumentals, for the "swellest" affairs, and even supply additional singers, dancers, historic impersonators and other performers when required. Though based in Chevy Chase, MD, the band tours all over Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania, and D.C. of course. Corporate event planners count on her good humor and grace to keep events at an even pace. And, Peaches is very attuned to fund-raisers and charities, crafting a show that allows for silent and live auctions, special awards and more. You know she loves brides! Peaches carefully works out those meaningful details for wedding receptions, particularly first dances, even coordinating her gowns to match bridesmaids dresses or table decor. And speaking of gowns, Peaches O'Dell is known nationwide for her costumes, which change every set. She can wear the most conseravtive black velvet for a formal event, lead the Conga Line as a genuine Carmen Miranda, put on the ritz as a silver flapper or appear as a 1940s B-movie "Jungle Princess." Just name your theme! Whatever your function, - Corporate, Civic, Wedding, or a very special private Gala, Peaches and her band will make it a truly memorable event. Audiences love Peaches and she loves them right back. You'll fall in love with her too! Psst, -got your address book handy, here's her private telephone number:
Tel: 301/897-8000
eMail    peaches@peachesodell.com
WebURL:    http://www.peachesodell.com/biz/biz.html

   [ Bill O'Connell's Chicago Skyliners Big Band ]
From their start in 1988 - they have now been a regular orchestra for seven years at FitzGerald's in Berwyn - this band has grown into one of our finest Swing orchestras. One of the things that makes this great band so unique is that they not only play the wonderful standards of our Jazz and Swing heritage, - those songs made famous by Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton, Count Basie, and other bands, but they also have a prime focus on contemporary songs and the very newest 'millenium' compositions. This combination of the best of the old with the best of the new has the Bill O'Connell Skyliners in a class all by itself. They have been swingin' around Chicago for ten years now and have 5 CD's currently available. They also do some 10-20 park concert/festivals each summer. On Sundays, at 6PM, Bill hosts a contemporary big band show on Radio Station WDCB-FM 90.9Mhz. Their concerts have that special spark of excitement that only a band of this caliber can present, and they have built up a legion of loyal fans throughout the greater Chicagoland metroplex. Whatever the function, be it a corporate event, a private party, a Jazz concert or civic festival, Bill O'Connell's band will make it very special. For much more information than we can give here, Contact Bill today.
Bill O'Connell, 915 Christa Court, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
Tel:    (847) 352-BILL
email:    BOcon10183@aol.com
WebURL:    http://www.ChicagoSkylinersBigband.com

   [ The Travelin' Troubadours of Ohio ]
Bill and Diane Marshall -- a duo based in Lakewood, Ohio put on a wonderful performance. Diane plays 12 instruments in performance, (began when she was 4) , -- play "all by "ear" as we used to say". Bill plays Echo Harp and Bodhran and is the Dance Master of the frogs. "We are called "THE TRAVELIN' TROUBADOURS OF OHIO" Our famous DANCING FROGS are always a show-stopper! Even audience members are asked to join in the dance performance of MR. GROGWUMP, our frog with an attitude--CAPTAIN AHAB, who owns a yacht and is a very happy frog, and our little French frog PIERRE, who just smiles when he dances! We play at Private parties, Fund raisers, Festivals, Librarys, and any occasion where professional musicians are appreciated for their versatility and wide variety of Musical Styles."
Booking Infomation:
Tel:    (216) 228-4841
eMail:    MidiGal@aol.com
WebURL:    http://www.midigal.com

   [ The Ockbrook Big Band ]
One of the most entertaining bands in the Midlands, this great band has won a legion of loyal fans while playing for diverse audiences over 15 years. (Their regular venue is the Royal Oak at Ockbrook, Derby). This wonderful 17 piece Swing band plays all the great music from the 1940s, '50s and '60s, and their two regular singers, Colin Haslam and Michele Humphries, pay sensitive tribute to all the songs made famous by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fizgerald, among others. Dancers will certainly appreciate the band's attention to proper dancing tempos. For 1940's themed events such as "The Victory Show" and "Metheringham Airfield's", and 1940s weekends, we dress in Miller style uniforms. Otherwise we play in DJs (Tuxedos - appropriately for one of our signature numbers - Tuxedo Junction.)

Whatever function you are planning, -Civic, Corporate, Concert, Wedding, or even just a great Gala, you will find this orchestra to be just perfect, --and perfectly affordable. More information is available on their website shown below. Musical Director Glenn Martin's musical expertise and experience will guarantee that your function will be successful and memorable.
Area: They normally perform within about 50 miles of Derby (UK)
Contacts:
Glenn Martin
Tel:    : +44 (0) 1332 753338
eMail:    info@obb.org.uk   Glenn
Web URL:    http://obb.org.uk

   [ Oak Street Quartet (OSQ) ]
The OSQ is a traditional jazz quartet playing regularly at The ELK STREET GRILLE in Port Jefferson, NY, RED restaurant, 69 Wall St. and The Veranda all in Huntington. The traditional instrumentation includes Upright Bass, Saxophone/Flute, Piano and Drums. The group is available for weddings, parties and fund raising events. They regularly play the COW HARBOR DAY FESTIVAL in Northport and a variety of cafes/clubs around Long Island. If you like the compositions of Miles Davis, Duke Ellington, Thelonoius Monk, George Gershwin, Louis Armstrong, Charlie Parker and the live sound of JAZZ, then contact OSQ for your entertainment needs. Photos, and Sound Clips are available on the website.
eMail: cforte@aol.com
Web URL: http://members.aol.com/cforte

   [ Otsego Jazz Ensemble ]
You won't find such a motley group of 17 swing musicians having this much FUN anywhere! And when WE have fun, YOU have fun.

Swing... blues... classics... concerts... dances... celebrations of any sort

We travel throughout lower Michigan and northern Indiana. Visit our website to hear a few licks and check out our schedule

... oh yeah... a vocalist, too...
Contact: Chuck Lund
Address: 217 E. Orleans St., Otsego, MI 49078
Phone:    616-692-3436    or    800-476-2524
eMail:    Swing@OJE.nu
Web URL:    http://www.OJE.nu

   [ BigBand Overath ]
1984 noch als Jugend-Blas-Orchester gegründet wandelte sich die jetzige BigBand Overath nach und nach zu einer BigBand mit klassischer Besetzung. Unter professioneller Leitung von Christoph Heftrig (Mitglied der BigBand der Bundeswehr) haben sich die knapp 20 Hobbymusiker ein beachtliches Repertoire von Klassikern wie "In The Mood" und "String Of Pearls" bis hin zu modernen Arrangements wie "September" (bekannt durch Earth, Wind and Fire) oder "I'll Be There For You" angeeignet. Neben Auftritten auf Stadtfesten und anderen Öffentlichen Veranstaltungen spielt die BigBand auch bei privaten Anlässen.
Seit Herbst 2000 steht die BigBand Overath unter professioneller Leitung von Christoph Heftrig. Er studierte Musik an der Robert-Schumann-Hochschule in Düsseldorf und ist seit 1992 Saxophonist in der BigBand der Bundeswehr. Neben anderen Tätigkeiten in Tanz- und Coverbands war er unter anderem auch als Saxophonist im Musical Saturday Night Fever zu hören. In enger Zusammenarbeit mit dem Instrumentenhersteller Keilwerth entwickelte er ein Verfahren zur klanglichen Optimierung von S-Bögen und Rohrabschnitten.
Contacts:
Alfred Vogel
Siefen 1, Overath, NRW, Germany
eMail:    info@bigband-overath.de   Alfred Vogel
Web URL:    http://www.bigband-overath.de

   [ The Oozie Blues and The Legendary Joe Houston ]
Norman Pingrey plays bass . He served his apprenticeship as a bluesman in the Bay Area between 1988 and 1995 as a member of both T.W. Henderson and Big Time and Deacon Jones and The Bucket of Blues. During this period he jammed with John Lee Hooker and performed warm-ups for John Lee Hooker, Elvin Bishop, and Joe Louis Walker, among others. In 1995 he traveled to Ireland with T. W. Henderson and Archie Hooker (John's nephew) where he performed concert and club dates.

Joe Houston USA Joe Houston's love affair with the blues began over 50 years ago when he met and married his first saxophone. Since then, he has made great music with a list of luminaries that would make the Heavens envious, including John Coltrane, King Kolax, Big Joe Turner, Gatemouth Moore, Amos Milburn and the Rolling Stones.

Mr. Blues plays piano and harp. He was born in Texas and moved to Los Angeles in his youth. He was a regular at various clubs in the South Central Blues scene for approximately thirty years. In those days his main axe was bass . He jammed with virtually everybody that was performing blues in the area at that time, including; Jimmy Reed, Joe Houston and Big Mama Thornton.

T.W. Henderson plays guitar. He has been with The Oozie Blues since March 2003. It was a reunion for him and Norman since they had not played together for years. T.W. has toured with Albert Collins, Freddie King, Little Jr Parker and Johnny Clyde Copeland among others. In The Republic of Ireland in 1995 he accquired the nickname The Blue Wolf.

Rick Bryan is the drummer for the band. He is from Chicago where he served his apprenticeship. Rick has played for Roy Rogers, James Cotton and Jr. Wells.
Contacts:
Norman Pingrey
eMail:    npingrey@earthlink.net   Norman

   [ Old Hat ]
Old Hat is a college indie rock band from northern Virginia. We have been playing for about 3 years and we have built up a loyal following in the area due mostly to our energetic live shows and sing-along choruses. We would like to play shows and eventually get a record deal. We have put out 1 e.p. (6 songs), 1 full-length (12 songs), and 1 split (5 songs). We feel that we have all come to the point musically where we have put together a unique but catchy sound that could be very appealing.
Contacts:
Zachary McDonald
168 north view circle, Warrenton, Virginia, 20186, USA
Tel:    540-347-0486
eMail:    oldhatva@yahoo.com   Zachary
Web URL:    http://www.oldhatrocks.net

   [ Odeon Tanzorchester ]
This great German Big Band mainly plays Music from the 1920s to the 1940s. Sissi Gossner, the band's musical director, manager, and member of the band, is a lovely, and very talented young lady, leading a group of very talented young men and women. While the band is renowned for their great 'Big Band' Dance music, they also play wonderful music for concerts, corporate and civic events, shows, dinner music, even weddings and private Galas. The members of the Band are all top professional musicians, many of whom have played in the Big Bands of SWR-Radio and HR-Radio, from the dancing Band "Hugo Strasser", and also from the "Vetevinary Street Jazz Band". Because of the band's large repertoire, and talents of the musicians, they have to ability to offer musical groups from 3 musicans up to the normal Big Band size, - even with strings, singers and Show-dancers (Lindy-Hop, Tap dancing ...). Much more information is available on their website shown below.
Contacts:
Sissi Gossner
eMail:    Sissi.odeon@ngi.de   Sissi
Web URL:    http://www.Odeon-tanzorchester.de

   [ Ovation Horns & Orchestra ]
Available internationally, The Ovation Horns & Orchestra has been providing quality entertainment for a client base that includes America's most prestigious corporations, associations, production companies, and individuals. Utilized as a featured show; as celebrity accompaniment; as a recording orchestra for industrial shows, film, and television; and as a dance orchestra; The Ovation Orchestra has the repertoire and experience to satisfy every entertainment and musical requirement.
Contacts:
Mike Vaccaro
PO Box 7991, Long Beach, CA, 90807, USA
Tel:    562-424-4958
800Tel:    800-449-8975
eMail:    mvprod@aol.com   Mike
Web URL:    http://www.mikevaccaro.com/OvationBio.html

   [ Omaha Jazz Orchestra ]
The Omaha Jazz Orchestra, 17 piece Jazz Ensemble and The Omaha Jazz Combo, a 5 member Jazz Combo are available for your event:
Contacts:
Mike Thompson
1120 N. 205th St., Suite 3, Elkhorn, NE, 68022, USA
Tel: (402)289-9699
Fax: (402)289-9799
eMail:    ojo@thompsonmusic.comMike
Web URL:    http://www.thompsonmusic.com/ojo

   [ Big Band Filharmonii Opolskiej ]
5 saxophones,4 trumpets,4 trombones,rhythm section, solist alto sax + vocal-Jacek Mielcarek Big Band Filharmonii Opolskiej played all swing standards and modern jazz tunes. The all members of Big Band Filharmonii Opolskiej- professional musicians.CD on request.
Contact:
Filharmonia Opolska
ul.Krakowska 24, Opole, Poland
Tel: +48 77 41 56 66
Fax: +48 77 44 15 666
eMail:    filharmonia@filharmonia.opole.pl

   [ Opole Big Band ]
OPOLE PHILHARMONIC BIG BAND performs under the name of OPOLE BIG BAND, to promote Opole city and it's province abroad. However, this is the same OPOLE BIG BAND, which works within the Opole Philharmonic. It was created thanks to the kindness of the self-governing council, The Marshal Office of the Opole Province and in particular to the Vice-Marshal of the Opole Province - Ewa Rurynkiewicz and the director of the Opole Philharmonic, Mr.Boguslaw Dawidow.

The originator and the founder of our BIG BAND is Maciej Hoszowski, a graduate of the faculty of jazz at the Katowice Music Academy. He also plays a role of our music director, conductor and writes our arrangements.

In December 2005, we got approved by the panel of the International Jazz Festival Organisation and qualified to take part in this years 40th Jubilee Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. This is the biggest and the most prestigious festival of that kind in the world. Our band owes this success to the high standard of our performance, as well as to our friend, the soloist of the band - saxophonist Jacek Mielcarek.

BIG BAND FILHARMONII OPOLSKIEJ na użytek promocji Opola i województwa opolskiego za granicą występuje pod nazwą OPOLE BIG BAND. Jest to jednak ten sam nasz opolski big band, który działa w strukturze organizacyjnej Filharmonii Opolskiej i który powstał dzięki przychylności władz samorządowych, Urzędu Marszałkowskiego Województwa Opolskiego, a w szczególności pani wicemarszałek województwa opolskiego Ewy Rurynkiewicz i dyrektora Filharmonii Opolskiej pana Bogusława Dawidowa.

W grudniu 2005 muzyka big bandu została doceniona i komisja kwalifikacyjna International Jazz Festival Organisation zakwalifikowała nasz big band do udziału w tegorocznym, jubileuszowym, 40-tym Montreux Jazz Festival w Szwajcarii, największym obecnie i najbardziej prestiżowym festiwalu jazzowym na świecie. Ten wielki zaszczyt big band zawdzięcza wysokiemu poziomowi wykonawczemu muzyków, a w dużej mierze znakomitemu naszemu koledze, soliście big bandu - Jackowi Mielcarkowi. Jacek Mielcarek jest znanym, wszechstronnym i cenionym w środowisku jazzowym saksofonistą i wokalistą. Ma w swoim repertuarze zarówno utwory wokalistyki jazzowej "ery swingu", jak i utwory nowsze, w stylistyce funk, rhythm & blues i soul, wykonywane wcześniej przez np. Quincy Jonesa, Davida Sanborna, Jamesa Ingrama i wielu innych.
Contacts:
Maciej Hoszowski
ul. Jana Rychla 8/30, 47-100 Strzelce Opolskie, Poland
Tel:    +48 77 461 40 77
Mobile:    +48 0 604 981 005
eMail:    maciek_hosz@poczta.onet.pl   Maciej Hoszowski
Web URL:    http://www.bigopoleband.pl

   [ OD TAPO IMI Steel Drums & More! ]
Chicago's OD TAPO IMI Steel Drum Pop Vocal Band and More!
OD TAPO IMI has performed throughout the United States and Europe for city concerts, private parties, corporate events & festivals (our favorite), including Taste of Chicago and Summerfest. The band has also opened Jimmy Buffett's summer tours.

In addition to irresistible music, tropical smiles and energy from professional musicians; OD TAPO IMI is also... Powerful vocals accompanied by steel drums, percussion, guitars and horns playing all genres of popular music with a unique tropical twist. Space permitting, all shows include Broadway style Blue Man Group/Stomp percussion performance pieces guaranteed to bring down the house!
Contacts:
Gerard Brill
Tel:    630-584-4848
eMail:    gerard@funconcert.com   Gerard
Web URL:    http://www.funconcert.com

   [ Orange Band ]
Rock'n'roll/ blues trio available for cruises, clubs, hotels worlwide
eMail:    orangeband-3@mail.ru
Web URL:    http://www.geocities.com/orangeband3

   [ Orquestra de Jazz de Lagos ]
OJL is a working band available to any kind of events where a Big Band is needed! OJL has been over some of the most important Jazz Festivals in Portugal, with some invited guests.
Contacts:
Hugo Alves
Quinta das Laranjeiras, lote 7 - Montenegro, Faro, Algarve, 8000 014, Portugal
Tel:    +351 919950921
Fax:    + 351 289819258
eMail:    ojl@sapo.pt   Hugo Alves
Web URL:   

   [ Tim Olsen Big Band ]
The Tim Olsen Big Band, based in Schenectady, NY, plays a wide variety of big band jazz--from standard dance tunes to original compositions and fresh arrangements of jazz classics. Composer, pianist, and trumpeter Tim Olsen holds a D.M.A. in composition from Yale University and is Associate Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department at Union College in Schenectady, NY.
Contacts:
Tim Olsen
Tel:    518-280-1795
eMail:    vfmusic@yahoo.com   Tim
Web URL:    http://vfmusic.bizland.com

   [ Orchestra Copacabana ]
Welcome To Orchestra Copacabana ... where Music and Passion are always in fashion!

Experience the best of Latin, Swing and Jazz favourites presented by an international cast of sensational artists from Canada, USA, Europe, South America, Japan and Asia.

From serenading soloist, mariachi combo to a big band performing your favourite songs, Orchestra Copacabana will spice up your special event.

Affiliated with the Sheraton Cadwell Group of Music Professionals, Orchestra Copacabana helps alleviate poverty in less developed communities outside Canada by donating 30% of proceeds received from patrons commissioning their artists to international aid agencies such as UNICEF, World Vision, CARE, Oxfam, Doctors Without Borders and the Red Cross through the Global Poverty Relief Foundation (www.gprf.net).
Contacts:
Lisa Levy
131 Bloor Street West , Suite 200-286, Toronto, ON, M5S 1R8, Canada
Tel: 416-712-2555
eMail:    info@atthecopa.ca   Lisa Levy
Web URL:    http://www.atthecopa.biz

   [ Olney Big Band ]
The Olney Big Band, a 20 piece orchestra that plays music from a time when dance bands enjoyed enormous popularity. A time of Tea Dances and Lawn Parties--a time of wonderful uplifting music. The band was initially formed in 2002 and was incorporated in Maryland in 2006 as the Olney Jazz Troupe, Inc. t/a The Olney Big Band. It is recognized by the IRS as an independent non-profit organization under Section 501 (c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The band supports the performance of primarily American big band dance and swing music; music of toe-tapping rhythms and memorable melodies of the "Jazz Age" with vocals, both melodic and novelty. The band's objective is to play music reminiscent of Miller, Dorsey, Basie, Kenton, Ellington, and the like. Vocalists entertain audiences by crooning, bouncing, and jumping the words to many of the classic numbers. And, the band provides the opportunity for experienced musicians to participate in a well organized music ensemble, supported by an ever growing library of swing and traditional dance music. Players are all volunteers Revenues to support the band are provided via donations, honoraria, grants and fees from our guests and sponsors. The range of venues we play includes civic and charitable events; dances; concerts and private parties including weddings, anniversaries and other affairs.
Contacts:
Rip G. Rice, Musical Director
Tel:    301-774-9133
Fax:    301-774-9133

Dave Schumer, Business Manager
Tel:    301-598-2107
eMail:    olneyjazz@hotmail.com   Dave Schumer

eMail:    RGRice4ozone@aol.com   Rip G. Rice
Web URL:    http://www.olneyjazz.org