We are a 5 to 6 piece band that performs standards from Tin Pan Alley to the Great American Songbook. Our specialty is smooth, swinging numbers as well as sultry, jazzy ballads. We are flexible and just recently played a set of Roaring 20s music for a Great Gatsby-themed event. Dan Arnold's vocals are reminiscent of Sinatra, Mel Torme, Bobby Darin, Louis Armstrong & Harry Connick Jr. The rest of the band consists of trumpet, saxophone, piano, jazz guitar, stand up bass and drums. Ideal for restaurants, pubs, corporate events, private parties and weddings.
Joe Whitney and his group (Dan Arnold and the Swinging Standards) played at our wedding on August 1 2015, and the quality of the music was absolutely fantastic. They set a great atmosphere and their jazz was just what we needed for a big crowd with mixed ages and tastes: up-beat and fun, beautiful sound, and neutral enough to be played during the meal without disrupting conversation. Their guitarist also played for our ceremony and helped us choose processionals and recessionals, which was great. The band was very flexible and responsive, offering to set up 3 times in 3 different locations, and offered very reasonable prices for a tremendous outcome. They brought all their equipment with them and everyone loved them. Highly recommend!
Response from Swing Theory:
You are very kind, Julie. We were so honored to be part of your beautiful event. Your family and friends were all wonderful and the venue was so, so nice. Blessings on your nuptials. I thought your husband was a great guy as well. Thanks again.
Dan
Price Range: $400 to $2000
Gig Length: 60 - 300 minutes
Dan Arnold and the Swingin' Standards put on a great show for your patrons or private event. Every member is jazz-trained and their love for this style of music is obvious and infectious. The group can be front and center for dancing or a "show" or in the background. We work around your needs.
We have been playing restaurants, bars and private events around the DC metro area over the past year. Our group is made up of jazz-trained musicians who know this genre and love to swing.
They All Laughed
Blue Moon
It Had to Be You
All of Me
Always
Over the Rainbow (up tempo)
Lady is a Tramp
Do You Know What It Means (To Miss New Orleans)
Basin Street Blues
As Time Goes By
Love is Here to Stay
My Funny Valentine
Many, many more....
Frank Sinatra, Chet Baker, Ella Fitzgerald, Mel Torme, Bing Crosby, Bobby Darin
Electrical power for up to 5 amplifiers
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