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Mission Impossible Band
Overview
Hi, I lead a few different bands. This picture is my Vintage Jazz Trio. We play music from the 1920's era. Louis Armstrong, Roaring 20's Music, Cool Jazz, Rock or Funk. Also New Orleans music made famous in New Orleans Mardi Gras time. I included some live videos of the different styles of music that I perform. From cool Jazz to Rock. From 3 musicians up to 8. I also have a very popular band "Mission Impossible" We mix in all of the above and also play popular 1960's- 1970's songs. Funk & Blues & Rock. We are professional in every way and have been pleasing audiences for over 30 years. From cocktail hour, to concerts in the park, we can do it. You will leave happy.
Reviews
2 reviews
Todd F.
June 28, 2023Mission Impossible Was Great!
I had Mission Impossible play at my outdoor event and they were outstanding! They played a mix of traditional jazz/Dixieland as well as cool vintage tunes like Herb Alpert, and classic dance tunes from the 60’s and even some Chicago. We got lots of great comments from our guests. They were very easy to work with and were total pros in every way. A great experience!
Hired as: Party Band
Mindy B. A.
June 28, 2023AUTHENTIC NEW ORLEANS JAZZ IN THE PENNA/MD/DELAWARE area
Hearing jazz played "up north" as you might experience it in a rowdy New Orleans club is one of the least things you might expect. But every time we book Ben Mauger's Vintage Jazz Band that's precisely the sound flying off the band stand. Joyful, energetic, danceable and, at the same time, very respectful of the American jazz tradition. Our group, the prestigious Potomac River Jazz Club which has been listening to and vetting bands for more than half a century is delighted every time we can get Ben and pals to perform for us. It's an audible treat with a spike in attendance. Every event is the same yet different as Ben pulls from a seemingly endless variety of tunes but always makes sure to include some favs. The Vintage band is a treat.
Hired as: 1920s Era Entertainment
Booking information
Price range: Contact for rates
Languages: English
What to expect
If you are planning an event and would like a musical group. Please keep me in mind. From a cocktail hour where you want nice soft Jazz, to a roaring 20's theme, or New Orleans. From 3 musicians to 8 if you want the complete 1920's band, or a 1960's band. I think best of all is that the musicians that work with me ...........well we kind of know a whole lot of different styles of music. We pretty much can make it work for what you want, and within your budget too.
1920's classics, 1950's Jazz , 1960's soul, Show tunes, Herb Alpert & Tijuana Brass, or top 1960's songs from groups like BLUES BROTHERS, CHICAGO, SAM & DAVE, even BAD BAD LEROY BROWN. We can do it for you.
About
Well, here I am filling out a Bio: I could fill this up and bore you , but I won't. Simply put is I live in South Central Pennsylvania and I have been playing the trumpet, and leading bands for over 30 years. From New Orleans Jazz to 1960's rock to cool Jazz. All I can say is that I can not remember many times that I left the gig where the folks that hired me were not thrilled. I only use the most professional musicians. And that means in every way, not just musical. So bio:???
I've been pleasing audiences with my music for over 30 years. I have performed with the Army Bands, Air Force Bands, and my musical groups have been pleasing audiences up and down the East Coast as well as overseas.
Services offered
Team
Ben Mauger
Trumpet , Cornet , vocals
Bob Kreitz
Piano & vocals
Bob Peruzzi
Trombone & vocals
Dave Wilson
Reeds
Tom Hilliker
Bass
Todd Fulginiti
Trumpet & vocals
Chuck Oettel
Guitar , Banjo & vocals
Doug Kulp
Drums
Set list
Small groups 1920's : Wondeful World, When The Saints, Cabaret, The Charleston, Ain't Misbehavin, Basin St. Blues, Bye Bye Blues, When You're Smiling, Shake That Thing, 5'2", Ain't She Sweet, That's A Plenty, Everybody Loves My Baby, St. James Infirmary.
Small Jazz : Benie's Tune, Green Dolphin St, Autumn Leaves, Caravan, Blues By Five, Summertime, Mo Better Blues, I Got Rhythm, All Blues, A Night In Tunisa,
Mission Impossible Band (concert). Soul Man, Can't Turn You Loose, Midnight Hour, Mustang Sally, Grazing In The Grass, Does Anybody Really Know What Time It is, Bad Bad Leroy Brown, Pick Up The Pieces, The Cabaret, Sweet Home Chicago, Make Me Smile, Saturday In The Park, Taste Of Honey, The Lonely Bull, Spanish Flea, Bourban St. Parade, Shake That Thing,
Influences and inspiration
Louis Armstrong, Bix Biederbecke, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington, Chicago, Sam & Dave, Blues Brothers, Wilson PIckett, Herb Alpert, Miles Davis, Chet Baker, ....
Setup requirements
Electrical outlet for piano / bass / Pa if needed.
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1920s Era Entertainment
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