Bowmanville is an acoustic gypsy jazz group comprised of violin, harmonica, guitar and vocals with a repertoire of original tunes, swing-era standards, and bluesy improvisations that bring the hip sensibilities of Hot Club gypsy jazz from 1930s Paris mingled with the influences of Chicago’s global crossroads.
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Price Range: $450-2000
Gig Length: 30 - 240 minutes
Fun swinging tunes guaranteed to get your toe tapping as main entertainment, and subtle enough to provide background music for dinners and parties.
Hailing from Chicago, Bowmanville strives to bring the hip sensibilities of Hot Club Gypsy Jazz from 1930s Paris mingled with the influences born of Chicago’s global crossroads to a wider audience. Led by violinist Ethan Adelsman, with Graham Nelson on harmonica/vocals, and Mason Jiller on guitar, the group draws inspiration from diverse musical backgrounds to push the boundaries of their craft, thrilling audiences nationally. Creating a simmering synergy of vibrant bouncing sound that crackles with electric energy, Bowmanville leaves listeners always hungry for more.
Instrumentation:
Acoustic guitar
Violin
Harmonica
2 vocals
Band can provide PA for small additional charge if needed.
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If venue is providing PA: two vocal microphones, one XLR DI, two quarter-inch DI's
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