One of the most versatile bluegrass bands in the Midwest! Top notch professional musicians steeped in bluegrass with a repertoire that ranges from traditional & progressive bluegrass to acoustic roots/rock/blues music to beautiful cinematic instrumentals. Seasoned performers with capabilities of switching gears to suit almost any occasion.
10 reviews
Joe B.
October 7, 2022Couldn't be happier and plan to hire Rob and the band next year!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Big Sky Ensemble
Thanks so much Joe for a great evening and outstanding hospitality! We loved playing for you and your guests and appreciate the nice review!
Joy T.
September 26, 2021Working with Rob was such an easy and smooth process. I hired them to come play at an annual conservation fundraiser, celebrating 45 years. It was a very special and important event, and they did an incredible job. So many guests specifically asked who they were and how much they enjoyed their music. In addition to being super talented musicians and being professional on stage - they came so well prepared and right on time. They were on stage 10 minutes early and promptly started when I requested. Definitely recommend hiring them for a casual or high end event they were such a pleasure to work with!!
Joy - Event Planner
Hired as: Bluegrass Band
Big Sky Ensemble
Thanks so much for the nice review Joy! It was such a beautiful evening and we appreciated being part of the event!
Corinn P.
June 20, 2021These guys are amazing and very professional. Highly recommend!
Hired as: Multi-Instrumentalist
Dan M.
October 23, 2018These guys were great . . . total professionals, very courteous, and best of all, the music was awesome. So glad we booked them, and we'd do it again in a heartbeat. Highly recommended!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band, Multi-Instrumentalist
Big Sky Ensemble
Thank you Dan! We appreciate it! It was great to meet you and play for your church!
Michael M.
August 29, 2017We had been searching for the right live music for our wedding for some time. These guys were exactly what we were hoping for, talented musicians that all ages could really enjoy. By the end of the evening, our entire tent was empty and everyone was on the dance floor. An incredible night, worth every penny!
Hired as: Bluegrass Band, Multi-Instrumentalist
Big Sky Ensemble
Thank you so much for your kind words Michael. We had such a great time playing at your wedding! What an evening!
Price range: Contact for rates
Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes
Top notch professional musicians and seasoned entertainers who show up on time and deliver high quality musical entertainment to your audience.
Big Sky Ensemble (formerly known as Anderlik, Otto & Church) creates music which captivates audiences of diverse backgrounds. With a musical background steeped in bluegrass, the band plays with a jam-band ethos that is equal parts passion and precision. Forged out of friendship and mutual respect, the band members met at a late night jam session at a bluegrass festival and quickly discovered their interests went well beyond traditional acoustic music. With a broad range of musical interests and the chops to back it up, the band's repertoire ranges from progressive bluegrass, american roots/rock/blues to cinematic original compositions and heartfelt ballads. Their live performances feature soulful singing, infectious rhythms and extended jams which consistently deliver the goods to appreciative audiences across the MidWest.
Thursday
Corporate Event
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Lombard, IL
Sunday
House Party
2:30pm - 3:15pm
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Lake Zurich, IL
Saturday
Fundraiser
5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Rockford, IL
Saturday
Children’s Birthday Party
5:00pm - 6:30pm
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Northbrook, IL
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Downers Grove, IL
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
7:30pm - 9:30pm
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Geneva, IL
Saturday
Wedding Reception
6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Marshfield, WI
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
4:00pm - 8:00pm
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Fennville, MI
Monday
Personal Occasion
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Chicago, IL
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
2:00pm - 6:00pm
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Berrien Springs, MI
Thursday
Dinner Party
5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Chicago, IL
Sunday
Dinner Party
12:00pm - 3:00pm
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St Charles, IL
Friday
Holiday Party (Other)
12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Rockford, IL
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