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Kevin Van Ess- Clarinet/Sax Voted Top Jazz Clarinetist in Wisconsin-graduated from the University of WI -Green Bay earning a double major in Music Education and Music Performance. He holds two Master's Degrees one in Music from the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana and one in Administrative Leadership from the University of WI-Milwaukee. Kevin has performed with several artists including: Bob Hope, Shari Lewis, Red Skelton, Bobby Vinton, Marie Osmond, Rich Little, Peter Yarrow, Tom Jones, Robert Goulet, Peter Noone, Herman's Hermits, Loue Christie and Wayne Newton. Kevin has performed several times with Jazz Legend Pete Fountain in his club and on the lead float of the New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade. In addition, he has performed with Doreen Ketchens and the Dukes of Dixieland in New Orleans. He also performed Amazing Grace at the site of 911 in New York City. Kevin has performed on over 30 recordings is a Grammy nominated music educator and is the current leader of the Green Bay Packer Band.
Dave Ehren-Trumpet is one of the most sought-after trumpet players in Wisconsin. He graduated from UW-Whitewater and earned a master's degree in music from the University of Northern Colorado. He has performed with several exemplary groups including: The Talk of The Town, Bourbon Street Six, River City Six, Riverboat Ramblers, Brother Ray's Jazz Band, Aspen Jazz Group, The Green Bay Packer Band, and for several major Broadway Musicals. His exemplary trumpet work can be heard on many records/cd's, radio and television recordings.
Andy Zipperer- Trombone is one of the most versatile low brass musicians in Wisconsin. He graduated from the University of WI-Green Bay and has been teaching and performing music for over three decades. He has performed extensively throughout the Midwest in many genres, including Dixieland, Rock, Classical, Big Band, Concert Band and Brass large and small group ensembles. He is currently a member of the Green Bay Packer Band and the newest member of The Talk of The Town.
Ginni Schmidt- Piano/Vocals studied piano throughout high school and college. She was the talent winner in the Miss Wisconsin pageant. Ginni has shared the stage with Cher, the Beach Boys, Diana Ross, Liberace, Johnny Cash and many other celebrities. In addition, Ginni has performed in many of the largest music festivals in Wisconsin including Summerfest, Italian Fest and the Wisconsin State Fair. She has also performed in several large-scale music festivals in Detroit, Chicago, Toronto, New York and Tampa. As a soloist Ginni traveled northern Europe and performed in Scandinavia for the agent of the group ABBA. More recently Ginni splits her time performing for resorts in Texas along the Rio Grande Valley and keyboardist for Kevin Van Ess and The Talk of The Town.
Andy Mertens- Bass/Vocals began his professional career at the age of sixteen playing nine shows a week for a local dinner theater, while also performing sporadically with various different rock bands. Following a pit orchestra stint he worked with a glam metal band, an outlaw biker band, and several rhythm and blues bands. Andy spent the early part of the 90's studying classical music while delving into jazz at the prestigious Lawerence University's Music Conservatory earning a Bachelor of Music Performance degree. Andy currently teaches bass, owns a Tai Chi studio and maintains a very extensive jazz performance schedule throughout Wisconsin. Andy was voted the top upright bass player in Wisconsin winning the 2023 WAMI Award!
Joe Maas- Drum set comes from a very musical family. His father played with Louis Armstrong, Jack Tegarden and Bob Scobey. By the age of 15 Joe was asked to play with his father's band "The Dixieland 5". Since that time, he has never looked back. Joe has played with many big-name jazz bands throughout the Midwest. Joe is a very sought- after Traditional Jazz Dixie/Swing drummer, and many fellow rhythm section players compliment his ability. Joe retired as a very successful business owner and graphic art designer and is currently the driving beat for The Talk of The Town and The Green Bay Packer Band!
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With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 03 Sep 2025 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom Matinee | 04 Sep 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 04 Sep 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 05 Sep 2025 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 07 Sep 2025 | Sunday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Washington Park Manitowoc, WI Tuesday Tunes Rain make up Date | 09 Sep 2025 | Tuesday | Washington Park Manitowoc, WI |
Green Bay Packer Band | 11 Sep 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Southern Door Auditorium | 13 Sep 2025 | Saturday | Brussels, WI, USA |
VFW Saukville, WI Dance Club | 20 Sep 2025 | Saturday | Saukville, WI, USA |
Evergreen Senior Living Oshkosh Concert | 23 Sep 2025 | Tuesday | Oshkosh, WI, USA |
Birch Creek Performance Center | 27 Sep 2025 | Saturday | Birch Creek Performance Center Egg Harbor, Wi |
Blesch Auditorium Menominee MI River Cities Concert Association | 09 Oct 2025 | Thursday | Blesch Auditorium Menominee, MI, USA |
RCCA Concert Association Concert Series Blesch Auditorium Menominee MI | 09 Oct 2025 | Thursday | Blesch Auditorium Menominee, MI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 12 Oct 2025 | Sunday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Automobile Gallery | 16 Oct 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Rennes TOTT TRIO Concert | 24 Oct 2025 | Friday | De Pere, WI, USA |
Flight of Champions Honor Flight Austin Straubel Airport Soloist with Denmark Band | 01 Nov 2025 | Saturday | Austin Straubel Airport Green Bay, WI |
Green Bay Packer Band | 02 Nov 2025 | Sunday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 10 Nov 2025 | Monday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Sheboygan Yacht Club | 14 Nov 2025 | Friday | Sheboygan, WI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 23 Nov 2025 | Sunday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Pine Hills Golf Course Kohler | 01 Dec 2025 | Monday | Kohler, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Pine Hills Golf Course Matinee and Evening | 02 Dec 2025 | Tuesday | Kohler, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Van Ables | 03 Dec 2025 | Wednesday | Holland Town, WI |
With Daddy D Show The Ridges | 04 Dec 2025 | Thursday | Wisconsin Rapids, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Southern Door Auditorium | 06 Dec 2025 | Saturday | Brussels, WI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 07 Dec 2025 | Sunday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Northwinds Banquet Hall | 09 Dec 2025 | Tuesday | Marion, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Ashwaubenon PAC | 10 Dec 2025 | Wednesday | Ashwaubenon, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 11 Dec 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 12 Dec 2025 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 13 Dec 2025 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Bellevue Senior Living TOTT Trio | 16 Dec 2025 | Tuesday | 1660 Hoffman Road, Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 17 Dec 2025 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 18 Dec 2025 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 19 Dec 2025 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 20 Dec 2025 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Automobile Gallery | 23 Dec 2025 | Tuesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Green Bay Packer Band | 27 Dec 2025 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom New Years Eve | 31 Dec 2025 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Mulva Center (Private Party) | 10 Jan 2026 | Saturday | De Pere, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Round Lake Farms | 29 Jan 2026 | Thursday | Round Lake Road, Brillion, WI, USA |
Evergreen Talk of The Town Mardi Gras Concert | 02 Feb 2026 | Monday | Oshkosh, WI, USA |
Florida Tour Feb 8-15 2026 TBA | 08 Feb 2026 | Sunday | Florida, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 15 Apr 2026 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 16 Apr 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 16 Apr 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 17 Apr 2026 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Talk of The Town Trio Concert Angelius in Manitowoc, WIi | 01 May 2026 | Friday | Manitowoc, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 10 Jun 2026 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 11 Jun 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 11 Jun 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 12 Jun 2026 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
Seymour Summer Concert Series | 17 Jun 2026 | Wednesday | Nagal Park Seymour, WI |
Ephraim Summer Concert Series Harborside Park | 22 Jun 2026 | Monday | Ephraim, WI, USA |
July 4 (Private Party) Oshkosh, WI | 04 Jul 2026 | Saturday | Oshkosh, WI, USA |
Adult Day Services Concert TOTT Trio | 09 Jul 2026 | Thursday | Fond du Lac, WI, USA |
Lindwood Park Summer Concert Series | 12 Jul 2026 | Sunday | 401 North Douglas Street, Appleton, WI, USA |
Rennes Blcok Party | 24 Jul 2026 | Friday | De Pere, WI, USA |
St Mary's of the Angels Green Bay Block Party | 23 Aug 2026 | Sunday | 650 South Irwin Avenue, Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 30 Sep 2026 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 01 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 01 Oct 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 02 Oct 2026 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 04 Nov 2026 | Wednesday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 05 Nov 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show The Village at 170 Kohler | 12 Nov 2026 | Thursday | Kohler, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Pine hills Country Club Kohler | 01 Dec 2026 | Tuesday | Kohler, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Pine Hills Country Club Kohler | 01 Dec 2026 | Tuesday | Kohler, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Von Abel's | 02 Dec 2026 | Wednesday | Kaukauna, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Ridges Country Club | 03 Dec 2026 | Thursday | Wisconsin Rapids, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 10 Dec 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 11 Dec 2026 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 12 Dec 2026 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 12 Dec 2026 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 17 Dec 2026 | Thursday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 18 Dec 2026 | Friday | Green Bay, WI, USA |
With Daddy D Show Riverside Ballroom | 19 Dec 2026 | Saturday | Green Bay, WI, USA |