Bill Macpherson with Jeff Kashiwa at a concert in Modesto, CA

Native Vibe can best be described as a high energy, eclectic instrumental music group that blends Latin, African, Caribbean, Funk, Rock and Jazz styles.

We have a brand new cd out with Native Vibe titled "Across
the Globe".   This last summer during our radio campaign with Roger Lifesett and Peer Pressure Promotions we got on the Smooth Jazz R&R charts for 3 months. Even more important we made it on the Grammy Ballot (pre-nominations) for "Best Contemporary Jazz Album".   This cd is spiced with jazz, African and Latin flavors and has a great lineup. Russel Ferrante, Mic Gillette, Nee Sackey, Luis Conte, Marcel Adjibi, Dave Curtis, Allan Phillips, Jason Hann, Rogerio Jardim, Jeff Kashiwa, Dayren Santamaria, Fabiana Passoni, Marion Meadows, Ramon Yslas and Kamau Kenyatta

Big Band of 8 to 10 to 15 pieces (Saxes, trumpets, trombones, piano, bass, drums) male and female vocalists playing swing era, jazz, funk, Latin
We perform the music of the big bands (Count Basie, Goodman, Miller, Ellington), standards (Sinatra, Steisand, Holiday, Ella), latin (Puente, Escovedo, Sandoval, Santana) funk (Tower of Power, James Brown, Tina Turner)
 
Ernie Bucio's Little Big Band has been performing for area audiences for 30 years and is one of the most popular groups in the valley. They have backed up the Temptations, Little Anthony and the Imperials, Rich Little, Bob Newhart, Maynard Ferguson, Pete Escovedo, Arturo Sandoval, Clark Terry, James Moody, Jon Faddis, Myron Floren, Dick Contino, Cheech Marin, Plas Johnson and Mic Gillette. The Little Big Band has performed at the most prestigious events in the Modesto Area, in addition to San Franciso, San Jose, Sacramento, Tahoe, Yosemite (Ahwahnee Hotel) and New Orleans.

"Looking for entertainment that's a little bit country and a lot homegrown. You've found it in performer Joni Morris. Inspired by female country music legends like Patsy Cline, Joni pays homage to her influences with shows like "Legendary Ladies of Country Music" and "A Portrait of Patsy Cline." She also writes and records her own music, which is available on her website.

Voted the...."The Best Band in San Joaquin Co."

Category of Music:  Country 50's and 60's Rock n Roll
Band Members:   Fred Treece   -  Guitar, Vocals
Keith McKee  -   Drums, Vocals
Kevin Jachetta - Keyboard, Bass, Vocals

Shows Offered: 
"A Tribute To Patsy Cline"
"Legendary Ladies Of Country Music"
"Connie Francis & Friends"
"Christmas Variety Show"

The Wise Guy's Trio

Available:
Locally and the world

TOM HOFFMANN Professor Emeritus, University of Maine, Augusta, is now taking time to share his music, on CD, instructional books and DVD, or commissioned work with you. Tom's, "Feeling Better and Better" woke the world as N.P.R.'s theme music for The Morning Edition. Tom's music also accompanied public radio's: All Things Considered (Feeling Better and Better), Maine Things Considered and Midday (Born of a Love). "His music gave those programs a consistent sound and helped hold them together." "Tom would make several appearances with his various groups or solo (fundraising), and always astound us with his scope of creative out put."

A Stones Throw

Available:
Locally and the world

Mark Lemaire
and Twilight

"New Acoustic"

Steve Kenworthy

Available:
Locally and the world

Steve Kenworthy plays fingerstyle guitar and fiddle, specializing in  Celtic traditional and Old Time.
He plays in a group titled "Cooking With Turf" that can range from  2-6 players, depending on the occasion.
He leads an Irish traditional session every 2nd Saturday of the month  at P. Wexford's Pub.

TOM HOFFMANN Professor Emeritus, University of Maine, Augusta, is now taking time to share his music, on CD, instructional books and DVD, or commissioned work with you. Tom's, "Feeling Better and Better" woke the world as N.P.R.'s theme music for The Morning Edition. Tom's music also accompanied public radio's: All Things Considered (Feeling Better and Better), Maine Things Considered and Midday (Born of a Love). "His music gave those programs a consistent sound and helped hold them together." "Tom would make several appearances with his various groups or solo (fundraising), and always astound us with his scope of creative out put."

We are The 209 All Stars, a group of musicians dedicated to take your event to the next level.  Not only do we offer the largest variety of popular music this side of the bay, our many years of combined experience allow us to cater to specific needs for events both large and small.  With multiple awards acquired and hundreds of satisfied clients, you can rest assured that you will receive a fun, energetic, and entertaining experience the whole family can enjoy.  Whether it's a sunny day of wine tasting, a rockin' night at the club, or anything in between, let the 209 All Stars turn your good time into a GREAT time!
Featuring dual guitars & saxophones , bass , drums and big vocals.

ONE MAN BAND
FunkyTim performs acoustic shows as a ONE MAN BAND
A big sound from one man , using loop effects and vocal harmonies and a lot of creativity.  
Everything from Elvis to Bruno Mars -- 100's of hits from a dozen genres.

See also:  209 All Stars.

Visit:
Website:  www.209allstars.com 
Facebook link:  
http://www.facebook.com/pages/the-209-All-Stars/192384843218

James
Christiansen

http://modestoartco-op.com

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