Des Moines Musicians Association Group Profiles

Group Type=Party Gras Classic Jazz Band (Jazz)
Name=Kurt Bowermaster
Phone=515 770-5299
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Party Gras Classic Jazz Band has been performing "the original New
Orleans party music" since 1997 for all types of events, including a recent
extremely successful benefit for the New Orleans musicians affected by
hurricane Katrina. During baseball season, Party Gras CJB is the official
band for the Iowa Cubs, performing at each Friday, Saturday and holiday
game. Party Gras CJB is a real crowd pleaser.

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Group Type=The Downtowners (Jazz/Swing)
Name=Kurt Bowermaster
Phone=515 770-5299
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Depending on the occasion, The Downtowners can transform from a
six-piece to a nine-piece swing big band. From high society weddings to
corporate events, The Downtowners always leaves the crowd wanting more. The
band has a tight rhythm section and a horn section that will blow you away.
Now booking events of all kind.

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Group Type = Classical - 42nd Street Quartet
Name = Jackie Stanek
Phone = 515.255.2988
Email =

42nd Street Quartet - String Quartet, wide range of music appropriate for weddings, dinners, parties, and meetings.
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Group Type= Ballyhoo Foxtrot Orchestra (Big Band)
Name=John Benoit
Phone=515 961-2845
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The BALLYHOO FOXTROT ORCHESTRA performs the jazz and popular music of the 1910s and 20s. Whether you wish to evoke the Art Deco elegance of the Great Gatsby or the zany exuberance of a speakeasy filled with flappers and "sheiks," we can provide just the right music for your event. This eight-piece ensemble, consisting of a singer and seven instrumentalists, is available to play for concerts, receptions, dances, and corporate events. Visit Their Website!

Group Type= Jazz Combos/Solo - Objet d'Art
Name=Rich Beachler
Phone=515 232-6478
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The Objet D'art quintet fills the air with sweet gypsy jazz, classic swing and exotic latin melodies performed by two guitars, bass, clarinet, and the exquisite vocals of Heather Wacha. Objet D’art will bring the ambiance of the “Hot Club of Paris” to your event.

Group Type= Jazz Combos/Solo - East Village Quartet
Phone=770-5299

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