Big Ben Music

Sacramento, CA

$200 and up.

Travels up to 200 miles

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Solo - A Team

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Solo - Live at the Midtown Farmer's Market

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Full Band - Galway Girl

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Full Band - Folsom Prison Blues

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Full Band - Faith

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Overview

Singer. Entertainer. One Man Band.
Blues. Pop. Folk. Country.


Reviews

4 reviews

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Christine W.

October 30, 2022
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Amazing performance

Ben was the absolute best that we could have expected or wanted. I’m an event coordinator and have never been so happier with the results. He was absolutely great with not only the music but going with the flow of the event.

Hired as: Singing Guitarist

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Big Ben Music

Thank you Christine! You were absolutely fantastic to work with!


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Aaron W.

October 20, 2022
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Amazing Band

This group kept our crowd entertained the entire night. Played music that was a hit with everyone and read the crowd incredible well. We'd bring them back in a heartbeat.

Hired as: Cover Band

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Big Ben Music

Thanks Aaron! We had a blast playing for you and your patrons and we’d be happy to do it again!


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Trish B.

June 12, 2022
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Perfect musical vibes for our barn party!

These guys were talented and sounded great without overpowering the party. They played a great mix for all ages and kept the party, happy vibes flowing thru the night. Some dancing and singing along…it was clear everyone enjoyed them. Thanks guys!!

Hired as: Cover Band, Party Band

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Big Ben Music

Thanks for booking us Trish! We really enjoyed playing for your event and would be happy to play for you guys again!


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Fouad R.

April 4, 2022
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Can't wait to book again!

Ben was fantastic! From communication prior to event, to the day of the event, everything was easy and Ben was great to work with. He played a variety of songs for an event at our Ice Blocks Shake Shack and everyone loved it. Will be booking again!

Hired as: One Man Band

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Big Ben Music

Thanks Fouad! I had a great time playing for your event and would be more than happy to work with you again!

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Booking information

Price range: $200 and up.

Languages: English, German

Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Personal liability insurance

Unions: Other

What to expect

Big Ben performs solo as a "one man band" and covers genres spanning country, blues, folk, and pop. Whether it's Bob Dylan's "Blowing in the Wind," Jack Johnson's "Flake," or Ed Sheeran's "A Team," it's sure to be enjoyable to listen to and entertaining to watch!

About

Ben Huseby is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and entertainer, performing in genres that span country, blues, folk, traditional jazz, and modern pop. He performs as a 'one man band' under the moniker Big Ben, fronts the cover band "Big Ben and the Brians" on vocals and guitar, and fronts the traditional jazz band "Big Ben and the Bay Area Ramblers" on vocals and trombone.

Ben, a trombonist with the U.S. Air Force Band since 2011, has been stationed with the Band of the Golden West at Travis AFB since 2018. He has performed extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Africa as an active-duty musician, and has performed countless times for ambassadors, international dignitaries, and civic and military leaders, including the president of Estonia and former President Obama.

Additional booking notes

Ben requires a 5 ft x 5 ft flat performance space that's clear of tables/chairs and foot traffic. Power must be available within 6 feet of the stage.

Set list

Mrs. Robinson – Simon and Garfunkel
Blowing in the Wind – Bob Dylan
Mr. Bojangles – Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
My Hands are Shaking – Sondre Lerche
Ho Hey – The Lumineers
Blue Suede Shoes – Elvis
The Weight – The Band
Mine All Mine – Kolton Moore and the Clever Few
The Muse – The Wood Brothers
A Team – Ed Sheeran
Steal My Kisses – Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals
Faith – George Michael
Only Wanna Be With You - Hootie and the Blowfish
Grey St. – Dave Matthews Band
Blame it on Me – George Ezra
Galway Girl – Ed Sheeran
Better Together – Jack Johnson
Hallelujah – Leonard Cohen
Take it Easy – The Eagles
Piano Man – Billy Joel
Broken Halos – Chris Stapleton
Folsom Prison Blues – Johnny Cash
House is Rockin’ – Stevie Ray Vaughan
I'm Yours – Jason Mraz
Wonderwall – Oasis
Good Riddance - Green Day

Influences and inspiration

Ed Sheeran. Dave Matthews Band. Hootie and the Blowfish. Bob Dylan. The Wood Brothers. Elvis Presley. George Ezra. The Band. Billy Joel. Jack Johnson. Chris Stapleton. The Lumineers.

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