Alan Pollard

We can be as high-energy as you require, or we can be as low-key as you need, or both... just not at the same time!

Typically, we are asked to play a forty-five minute or 1 hour cocktail set, followed by one, two, or three show sets. This is, of course, completely flexible, and fully negotiable. We will adjust to the specific needs of your event!

I am a career musician, vocalist, and actor. As a, "hired gun," (sideman), I have national and international touring credits, covering all styles and genres of music. As a bandleader, I prefer to work locally, utilizing the amazing talent available in the Dallas-Ft Worth area. However, I am totally open to travel. I've performed with various groups around Europe, and as a solo artist in London, UK. My musical focus is traditional, crooner-style, hard-swinging Jazz (Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Sammy Davis Jr, Tony Bennett, etc...), and Jump Blues (Louis Prima, Louie Jordan). One of my fortes is vocal Jazz improvisation, also known as, "scat singing," (a la Ella Fitzgerald and Mel Torme). I do not, however, limit my groups stylistcally. We can play it all, from Big Band, to Bossa Nova, to Hard Bop, and everything in between... or beyond. I even do Classic Rock/Soul solo and duo acts!

All elements regarding event and venue needs are negotiable. Please provide as much specific detail in your bid request as possible!

*For small venues which only require a small group of 2-4 ensemble members, I travel light, employing my own minimal, yet effective, sound system, for which there is no additional charge. For groups of 5 or more, additional sound support is usually required and will add to the final cost. If a smaller venue requires additional lighting, I can supply that as well, at minimal additional cost.

*For larger venues, it is expected that the event organizer or venue will supply a complete, professional-grade sound and lighting system, as well as professionals responsible for the setup and operation of those systems. I provide stage plots in advance so that the sound/lighting teams can prepare in advance for our arrival to setup and sound-check.