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| Artists John Weitzel 1326 South Peoria Dixon Illinois 61021 jweitz@centurylink.net H-815-288-4107 Web page URL = not at the moment Photography--60 years taking pictures for sale and for pleasure.I will be setting up a Web Site shortly for your viewing pleasure. Jerry L. Scheffler 2001 Schnell Rd Ashton, IL 61006 815-440-9967 or 815-440-6590 schefflerart@yahoo.com www.jerryschefflerarts.com Jerry specializes in acrylic paintings and pencil drawings of western, wildlife, rodeo, landscapes, and early American rural life. Please visit his website for available originals and prints. Visa and MasterCard are accepted. Rick Munson 2240 Clouse Lane rickmunson1@comcast.net H- 815-652-4623 Fine art photography is my main interest. I have recieved several photography awards including 2 Best Photography awards from the Grand Detour Art Show. I also paint in oil and acrlyics as an added art interest. |
| Bands The Sterling Municipal Symphony Band P.O. Box 991 Sterling, IL 61081 jjames@sbmconnect.com H- 815-622-1681 C- 815-499-9425 Sterling Municipal Band Sterling Municipal Symphony Band is one of the finest Municipal bands in the mid-west. It performs 10 summer concerts (June-August), an Annual Pops concert in January and a Spring concert in April. Saren 1008 Woodlawn Ave. Dixon, IL 61021 jami.b@comcast.net H -815-618-8195 (Jami Bonnewell) C-815-288-1531 (Bird Schielein) Saren Saren is a band that plays rock and classic rock music. Lead Singer Ian Schielein, lead guitar Dane Schielein, rhythm guitar Alec Bonnewell, bass Travis Lang and drums Jeremy Harris. The band has been together for a little over two years and have played the Rochelle Parade two years in a row and fairs in Central IL. MIKE VENIER 1115 HIGHLAND AVE DIXON IL 61021 MMAGV@COMCAST.NET C- 815- 973-1261 THE LATE NITE BLUES BROTHERS THE LATE NITE BLUES BROTHERS BAND IS AN 11 PIECE HIGH ENERGY SHOW BAND, PERFORMING A GENUINE TRIBUTE TO THE ORIGINAL JAKE AND ELWOOD Ain't Misbehavin' Sterling, IL. 61081 cathyjames76@yahoo.com C-815-499-9426 Ain't Misbehavin is a 4-5 piece combo that plays light dinner & dance music. If you are looking for an economical group for light entertainment, we are the perfect fit. We consist of keyboard, drum-set, bass, trumpet and sax. Rock River Jazz Band Sterling, IL. 61081 cathyjames76@yahoo.com C-815-499-9426 H-815-622-1681 A 12-18 piece jazz band that play Big Band Music, Swing, Polkas, Waltzes, a little Brian Setzer, Kenny Rogers, Stevie Wonder, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Big Phat Band & much much more! Rock River Jazz Band Class Act II Big Band 610 Panther Drive angie@classactbigband.com H - 815-973-6070 classactbigband.com We are a 19 Piece professional band with 3 distinctive vocalists. The band has been led by Ted Fredenhagen for more than 20 years and during that time has performed at many festivals, theatre functions and all sorts of special events and balls. Our musical roots are in the big band sounds from the 40's, ala Glen Miller and Benny Goodman but the band definitely has a sound and repertoire that puts it squarely in today's mainstream with charts in the style of Michael Buble and big band renditions of current songs by Manhattan Transfer and Earth, Wind and Fire. The band has great flexibility and is a fantastic choice for dinner music or a dancing audience! Dixon Municipal Band Dixon, IL. 61021 Mark Bressler - Director mark_bressler@yahoo.com Cathy L. James - Manager cathyjames76@yahoo.com The Dixon Municipal Band is one of the best community concert bands around. They perform a 10 week long summer concert season starting with their Annual Memorial Day Parade and followed by concerts every Thursday evening at 7:30 pm in the Page Park Band Shell in Dixon, IL. 61021 The band also marches in Dixon's Annual Petunia Festival Parade This band recently performed the world premier of "Reagan of Illinois" by David Holsinger Saxophonic Sounds A Sax Quartet with a unique sound and style. New to the entertainment world. Soon to be available for events. Contact: Cathy James (815) 622-1681 Leave a message and I will get back to you. |
| Musicians Vocalists Jon P. James 404 W. 9th Street Sterling, IL 61081 jonpjamessmb@yahoo.com H- 815-622-1681 W- 815-946-3314 C- 815-499-9425 I am a trumpet player available to perform at weddings. I own a full repertoire of wedding style music with organ. Darrin G. Vits 929 N. Brinton Ave. Dixon IL 61021 vitsvisioncare@yahoo.com H-815/284-7820 C-815/973-5812 I have been involved in music all of my life especially in the area of church music. I have played piano, flute, and sang in the church choir since elementary school. When I was in college I discovered that voice was my gift in music. I went on to receive a bachelor of arts degree in vocal music from Illinois College as well as a bachelor of science in biology. I consider myself a baritone although my range allows me to go from tenor to bass. I am still involved heavily in church music but also enjoy musical theatre and choral groups. Robbie LeBlanc Dixon, IL 61021 robbieleblancrls@live.com W-815 677 2618 I am a singer song writer musician, guitarist, multi instrument. Acoustic or electric. Robbie LeBlanc and the Real Live Show aka:RLS Originals. Classic and alternative rock. Feel good reggae and electric funk. Great music for festivals, special shows, parties, entertainment for all events Cathy L. James Sterling, IL. 61081 cathyjames76@yahoo.com I am a wind player. I play in concert bands, orchestras, jazz bands, combos, pit orchestras and do solo work. My repertoire of instruments played includes: Flute, A,Bb,C,Eb & Bass Clarinet, Sopranino, Soprano, Alto, Tenor, Bari & Bass Sax. LES FLOTO PO BOX 1103 dale388@comcast.net Cell - 815-440-8870 HI, I HAVE BEEN PLAYING MUSIC IN THE SAUK VALLEY AREA FOR TWENTY PLUS YEARS IN MOOSE CLUBS VFW CLUBS AND COFFEE SHOPS. I PLAY GUITAR AND USE A ROLAND DRUM MACHINE FOR DRUM BACKUP MUSIC. MY MUSIC CONSIST OF NEW COUNTRY, TRADITIONAL COUNTRY, 50's & 60's AND EASY ROCK. I AM AVAILABLE FOR BOOKINGS ON WEEKENDS FOR ANY KIND OF ENGAGMENT. FOR BOOKINGS YOU CAN CALL LES @ (815)440-8870. THANK YOU! |
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Theatre Andrew Kida 511 Richardson Ave Ashton, IL. 61006 andrew@ashtonusa.com H-815-791-4240 BA in Theater Arts from NIU (2002). I am currently the Lighting Designer and Set Designer for SVCC. I have been with that group for 6 years. I have worked as a designer, actor, choreographer, and director for Clock Tower Dinner Theater, NIU, University of Guam, Genoa-Kingston HS, Palatine HS, Riddlemark Theater Group, Guam Symphony Society, and many more. I have worked on over 50 different productions in 25 years of theater. |
| Multiple Talents Peg Miller 2140A Grand Detour Rd Dixon, IL 61021 pegmiller@grics.net H-815-652-4735 B-815-440-0003 After I retired from teaching, I began taking painting classes at Sauk Valley Community College. I dabble in oil, watercolor and acrylic. I have done some sculpture and ceramics. I play the piano and the flute for relaxation. I enjoy all the arts and support them financially as well as with my presence. I am a member of the Phidian Art Club, Dixon. I taught off and on for forty years. I still enjoy working with children of all ages. Theatre Painting Photography Pottery/Ceramics Jerry Criss 314 1st Ave. nuluventertainment@live.com C - (847) 254-2878 B - (815) 564-9430 www.starlightstheatre.com I'm a Singer-Songwriter, Drummer, Percussionist, Music Producer, Promoter, and Owner/Operator of StarlightsTheatre & Lounge located downtown Sterling. I own and manage an Entertainment booking company in the Chicago area and lead my own 5 to 7 piece R&B/Blues band known as "The Starlight Players" I'm also a visual Artist specializing in oil painting original and sometimes surrealistc concepts of life, Black Art, and musical themes. Kenneth Zenaida 222 E 6th ST abbyshere2002@yahoo.com H 815-285-1409 I have been working with stained glass since 1977. I have created a variety of origanal designed large panels,lamps,suncatchers,boxes, picture frames,tree ornaments,planters and terraiums. Some panels are 3D and some projects include water fountains. I create direct to frame hand weavings(no loom); many in 3D, from small to very large. Also have dappled in painting and woodburning. I have had a relationship with the guitar since childhood and began creating original compositions around 1984 (no requests). The music is a free or progressive style using a variety of acoustic and electric guitars often supported with drums,violin,mandolin,cello,bass,flute keyboard,or occasional vocal. I have recordings available for sale representing the 27 albums, created so far. |
| Magicians & Comedians Jeremy haak 506 west 12th st jeremydamazer@hotmail.com H - 815-625-3753 C /B - 815-441-7620 The Amazer Jeremy Haak has been performing comedy and magic as The Amazer for over 20 years in the area. Jeremy& his magic has entertained 2 legends of professional wrestling, a Miss America contestant, and even other magicians. His magic has been done for restaurants, birthdays for ALL AGES, boat and car shows, and for several company parties. Jeremy has a one of a kind personality that your group will enjoy. Jeremy Haak is also the first and only 5 TIME WINNER of MAGICIAN OF THE YEAR of Ring 11 of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. Why settle for anything less?? CONTACT THE AMAZER NOW!! |
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