Calculated Risq

Denver, CO

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Travels up to 200 miles

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Morrison, CO

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BEAVER CREEK OKTOBERFEST 2013

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ADOPTION EXCHANGE

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Slap That Bass

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Horn Section

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Overview

As a leading provider of Live Musical Entertainment, we take pride in offering the most professional musical ensembles available. We are dedicated to serving the needs of our customers each and every day. I started my playing career at Kansas University and have continued to play in a diverse number of groups including; Dance Music for all Decades, Weddings, Corporate Events, Galas and Social Events, Ethnic Folk Festivals, Fairs. It has been my distinct pleasure to work with a number of outstanding musicians over the years and have been invited to play Internationally. We continue to be excited by response of how much audiences are pleased with the music we provide.


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1 review

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Pam M.

March 30, 2014

Great Energy & Outstanding Talent

CALCULATED RISq performed an International University Event not only did they provide great Musical Talent the Entertainment was Exceptional. CALCULATED RISq won me the opportunity to make this an annual event. Each and every time the group has been outstanding.

Hired as: Multi-Instrumentalist, World Music

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Booking information

Price range: Contact for rates

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 240 minutes

Unions: DMA

What to expect

Professionalism, exceptional musicianship, multiple genres, everything from easy listening smooth jazz, dance music for all decades, cultural event music, wedding receptions and ceremonies, accomplished musicians with knowledge and desire to make each party a fun and memorable event.
This Savvy group of musicians reads the party and knows how to keep the party going.

About

Calculated Risq has created a unique approach for a group of professional musicians who enjoy the opportunity to play together. Whether you are looking for a 18 piece BIG BAND or a Holiday party DUO and everything in between. Calculated Risq has answers for the full musical genre based on your particular needs. OUTSTANDING MUSICAL TALENT and UNIQUE, INTERESTING ARRANGEMENTS of classics, Calculated Risq brings the sound, the enthusiasm and the quality any and all event planners are looking for. Event Planners who are interested in a well kept secret gold mine, look no further. No matter what you need we make your search a reality and send you the information , the set list for approval, and we show up on time, rehearsed and ready to play. From Tuxedos to Hawaiian Shirts and shorts the musicians are ready for the occasion.

Additional booking notes

We provide our own sound system for groups up to 300 guests. Rider Information TBD once

Past booked events

February 2018

22

Thursday

Cocktail Party

4:00pm - 5:00pm

Arvada, CO

Team

Multiple Members Drums, Piano, Horns,Bass, Guitar

Set list

Angel Eyes
Alone Together
Autumn Leaves
As Time Goes By
Between the Devil & the Deep Blue Sea
Bill Bailey Won't You Please Come Home
Body & Soul
Bye Bye Blackbird
Bewitched,( bothered & bewildered)
Candy
Come Fly with ME
Clarinet Polka
Chances Are
Dancing In the Dark
Dancing On The Ceiling
Day By Day
Days of Wine and Roses
EAST of the Sun
Embraceable You
But Not for Me
Fools Rush In
Foggy Day
Georgia On My Mind
Girl Talk
I Can’t Get Started
I Could Write a Book
I Cover the Water Front
I Didn't Know What Time IT Was
I Left My Heart in San Francisco
I Only Have Eyes for You
I Thought About You
It had to be You
Lil’ Darlin’
Love is Here to Stay
Love For Sale
Memories of You
Misty
Mood Indigo
Moon-glow
Moonlight Cocktail
My Funny VALENTINE
Our Love Is Here To Stay
Polka Dots & Moonbeams
September in the Rain
Sentimental Journey
Skylark
Someone to Watch Over Me
Stars fell of ALABAMA
Stardust
Stormy Weather
Summertime
That’s All
Time After Time
Unforgettable
What a Wonderful World
What's New
What is this thing Called Love
WHEN I Fall in Love
WHERE Or When
You GO TO MY HEAD
Bye Bye Blues
Chega de Saudade (No More Blues)
A Day in the Life of a Fool
Desafinado
Flamingo
The Girl From Ipanema
Green Eyes
I Wish You Love
Night & Day
One Note Samba
Perfidia
Quiet Nights
Samba De Orfeu
So Nice (Summer Samba)
Speak Low
Up a Lazy River
Watch What Happens
Superstition

Influences and inspiration

DANCE MUSIC FOR ALL DECADES
DIXIELAND: Louis Armstrong, Bix Beiderbecke, SIdney Bechet, Jack Teagarden,
BIG BAND - Count Basie, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington,
SWING BAND - Louis Prima, Voodoo Daddy's,
JAZZ BANDS - Stan Kenton, Dee Barton, Big Mama Thornton
COUNTRY SWING - Asleep at the Wheel, Bob WIlls & Texas Playboys, Boots Randolph
ROCKABILLY - Bill Halley & Comets, Elvis
ROCK - BEATLES, John Denver, Dillion, Joan Biaz, Carley Simon, James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Allmand Brothers
INTERNATIONAL MUSIC - Irish, Italian, French, German,Greek, Spanish, Scottish, Jewish, Russian, Brazilian
Wedding Ceremonies - All genres including Classical
DJ - Your Choice

Setup requirements

Adequate Stage Area for Number of Musicians

Power Source for Instruments, Lighting & PA

One hour for set up & Sound Check

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