The Rheinlander Oompah Band performs traditional German folk music for Octoberfests & Beerfests throughout B.C. We have been together for over 45 years playing at the Vancouver Alpine Club, Austrian Vancouver Club, Mission German Club, Chilliwack German club, Swiss Club and Norwegian, Finlandia & Scandinavian Clubs.
When we play for Oktoberfests we like to have maximum fun so we feature The Chicken Dance, Ei EI Ei OH Polka, Schunkling at the tables and participaction yodeling. Songs are sung in German and English.
We can play a large variety of Latin American, ballroom dancing music from Strauss to Sinatra, and from modern American Pop and Swing to Jive & Light Rock. Good Dance Music!!
We booked the Rheinlander Band for an annual church Oktoberfest. Communication from Peter was very prompt while we were setting up the event, and he worked with us to tailor the entertainment to our audience. They played a mixture of standard German Oktoberfest music as well as some more modern crowd pleasers (West Virginia, Sweet Caroline, etc). They arrived early on the day of the event to set up and make sure their sound system was in good working order. On their breaks, Peter checked in often with me to see if I was happy with everything. They encouraged audience participation with traditional German toasts, and of course, the Chicken Dance. Everybody had a great time and I hope to book them again for next year.
Rheinlander Band is so fun to have for your event! Their music and performance is great for all ages. It was my first time experiencing an authentic oompah pah band and I will be booking with them in future!
We hired the band for our Oktoberfest and they exceeded our expectations. The band were very professional and well-organized leading up to the event, and they have such a great energy when they perform. We had the best time - I highly recommend them for your next event.
We had Rheinlander Band at our Oktoberfest in Duncan on Vancouver Island. We had 550 people in attendance and all of the feedback was positive! The band members even gave us some contest ideas!
Great job all of you! Hope we can do the same thing next year!
The River Rock Casino Resort had the pleasure of having the Rheinlander Band perform during our recent Oktoberfest themed VIP appreciation event. They were the perfect addition to enhance the experience and make the evening memorable for our valued guests. Thank you!
Peter Paulus and the Rheinlander Band played at Nita Lake Lodge and did a great job animating the crowd. They can adapt the the crowd and play just the right music to get the party going. They played everything from "ein Prosit" over "Anton aus Tirol" to "Que Sera, Sera" - great times!
We booked the Rheinlander for our annual Oktoberfest Party at Nita Lake Lodge in Whistler!, Music was great everyone loved it ! See you next year Boys!!
Top notch all around. Everyone had a wonderful time, and my wife and I have to say the band really added that special touch to our Oktoberfest reception. My family is German and we wanted a reception that my Omis could relate to. My mom had so much fun she wants to do it again next year, so expect to hear back from me guys!
Band was very professional. Arrived early, took part in the festivities, and overall seemed a part of the family gathering rather than just a band for hire. Would recommend them personally if needed, and hope to enjoy their services again.
We booked the Rheinlander Band to perform at an Oktoberfest-themed birthday party. They played all night and we were surprised by the diverse music the band could play. We continue to get compliments and inquiries about the band. The live music turned the party into a very lively event. It was a pleasure to deal with the Rheinlanders.
We enjoyed a lively evening of dancing and an entertaining selection of om pah pah music. The band was very professional and had a large variety of songs. Very entertaining.
These gentlemen performed at our Octoberfest VIP event at Starlight casino, and words do not do justice to the fantastic energy they brought to the night! This was thier second visit, and guests who were with us last year remembered their quality and were thrilled to see them back again. Our guests were smiling, clapping, chicken dancing, toasting, and letting out their inner Germans! Friendly, fun, and talented as well! They definitely set the tone and our guests can't wait for the next time! No Octoberfest celebration would be complete without the Rheinlander Band!!
Working with Peter and the band was a pleasure. Very professional and easy to communicate with. They provided everything we needed in regards to traditional entertainment for our Oktoberfest event. Our client and their guests were extremely impressed.
We book the Rheinlander Band annually for our Oktoberfest celebration at La Bocca restaurant.
They are always great entertainment, punctual and professional. Our patrons love them, and they really emphasize our Oktoberfest theme.
We booked the Rheinlander Band for my parents' 50th Wedding Anniversary. It was a dinner/dance held at the Italian Cultural Centre. The Band was excellent. They played everything from polkas to waltzes to jive/twist. The crowd ranged in age from 12 to 92, and everyone had a great time. I highly recommend this band!
I am an avid Octoberfest music fan and always searching for new German music...then WOW, I discovered a very versatile group known as the " Rheinlander Band ". This band can play any type of music for any situation. Peter Paulus and his team of Gary, Stephen and Terry are as versatile as they are lively. I am not a dancer,but when I hear them
play the Beer Barrel polka, I just have to getup and try. I think everyone's
favourite is the " Schunkeling " song...everyone gets involved. And of course when peter sings the " ein prosit ' ( cheers song ) all rise to their feet and raise their beer mugs. This group is sensational and if you are lucky enough to attend one of their Octoberfest parties, I highly recommend you to do so. This band also plays latin , country, and various types of music. Hire them for your next big event.
Price Range: $550 - $800
Gig Length: 60 - 135 minutes
Languages: English, German
Unions: Self Employed
As performers and entertainers it is in the band's best interest to play as many venues as possible. It is with this intention that we would like to invite you to consider us as an option perform for your Oktoberfest or Beerfest. As well, we can perform music all year around for any occasions such as weddings, anniversaries, retirement parties, corporate, gulf club tournaments, ballroom dances, and concert reviews.
We are ideal for fundraisers because we are dressed in full Bavarian costume and can build the German food theme into the event ie bratwurst, sauerkraut, potato salad and more.
We are experienced with more than thirty years of successful performances archived throughout Vancouver and B.C.
We are fun and exciting with our prime mission to bring a little happiness into everyone’s heart. We encourage audience participation with such famous songs as the chicken dance, twist, jager ball, hokey pokey, twist and the beer drinking shunkle songs (arms interlocked and swaying at the tables) with contests and prizes.
Greetings! We are the Rheinlander Band and we hope to see you at your special event!
Our mission is to provide music and entertainment that will start your toes tapping and your feet pulsating with excitement.
We love to play music and entertain people, and leave them with a sense of well being and a feeling of warmth in their souls.
If we can bring a tear of joy to your eye or get you to laugh with your heart, we have fulfilled our purpose.
The Rheinlander Band plays authentic German and International folk music and has played for Octoberfests throughout B.C. for over 30 years. The Rheinlander Band has performed at social clubs like the German Alpine Club, Austrian Vancouver Club, Mission and Chilliwack German Clubs, for the Estonian and Scandinavian Clubs as well as entertainment venues at Whistler Mountain. The Rheinlander Band plays an extensive variety of music from Latin American-Ballroom Dancing to Strauss, from Sinatra, to modern American Pop and Swing.
Band Members:
•Peter Paulus - Guitar & Vocals
•Rick Wingate - Accordion
•Steve Toren - Electric Bass & Tuba
We need a space 8 feet by 5 feet, lighting
Rheinlander Band - Song List
1. Anton Aus Tirol
2. Are You Lonesome Tonight
3. Auf Wiedersehn
4. Blame It On The Bossa Nova
5. Capri-Ficher
6. Die Fisher Von San Juan
7. Die Hande Zum Himmel
8. Es Gibt Kein Bier Auf Hawaii
9. Es is So Schon Ein Musicant Zu Sein
10. Eviva Espana
11. Fiesta Mexicana
12. Happy Birthday To You
13. Herz-Schmertz – Polka
14. In Munchen Steht Ein Hofbrauhaus
15. It’s Now Or Never
16. Jamaica Farewell
17. Kufsteiner Lied
18. La Montanara
19. La Paloma Tango
20. Lili Marleen
21. Marina
22. Proud Marry
23. Ramona
24. Santo Domingo
25. Schneewaltzer
26. Schon is die Liebe Im Hafen
27. Seemann, Deine Heimat
28. Sloop John B
29. So Ein Tag
30. Tulpen Aus Amsterdam
31. Weisse Rosen Aus Athen
32. Bergvagabunden
33. Arrivederci Roma
34. Blaue Nacht Am Hafen
35. Blueberry Hill
36. Die Kleine Kneipe
37. Die Rote Sonne Von Barbados
38. Tequila
39. Du Bist Die Rose vom worthersee
40. Du Kanst Nicht Treue Sein
41. Ganz in Weiss
42. Griechisher Wein
43. Heimit Deine Sterne
44. King of road
45. KornblumenBlau
46. Liechtensteiner Polka
47. Paloma Blanca
48. Patrona Bavariae
49. Rock Around the clock
50. Rote Rosen Rote Lippin Rote Wein
51. Santa Lucia
52. Sentimental Journey
53. Blue Spanish Eyes
54. Tanz Mit Mir In Den morgen
55. Du Schwartzer Zigeuner
56. Ein Prosit Der Gemudlichkeit
57. In The mood
58. La Bamba
59. Let’s Twist Again
60. Memphis Tennesee
61. Release Me
62. Zillertaler HOCHZEITS Blues
63. Zillertaler HOCHZEITS March
64. Rote Sind Die Rosen
65. Pizzuricco
66. Don’t Bring Me Down
67. Morgan
68. Dr. Zivago
69. Tennessee Waltz
70. Save The Last Dance
71. Come A Little Bit Closer
72. Wheels
73. Candida
74. In Den Bergen
75. Shone Maid
76. Merry Widow Potpourri
77. From A Jack To A King
78. Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain
79. Could I have This Dance
80. Johnny Be Good
81. Under The Boardwalk
82. Spannish Harlem
83. Fernando
84. Danke Schone
85. Tijauna Taxi
86. Knock 3 Times
87. Delilah
88. La Vien Rose
89. Wood Pecker Polka
90. Wiener Prater Leben
91. Quando Quando
92. Que Sara Sara
93. Fraulein
94. Weisse Flieder
95. Besame Mucho Tango
96. Der Mont Halt Seine Wacht
97. Auf Der Autobahn
98. Love Me Tender
99. Can’t Help Fallen In Love
1. Drink Ma Noch Ein Flasche Wien
2. Es War Einmal Ein True Husar
3. TaTera Tatera
4. Bums Wallera
5. Rukki Zukki
6. Wandersmann
7. Es War Im Zillertal
8. Am Aschenmittwoch
9. Es Ist Noch Suppe Da
10. Wenn Das So Weitergeht
11. Schnaps, Das War Sein Letztes Wort
12. Wipeout
13. Du Kannst Nicht Treu Sein
14. Einmal Am Rhein
15. Nach Hause, Nach Hause
16. Wer Soll Das Bezahlen
17. Heute blau Und Morgen Blau
18. Wir Kommen Alle In Den Himmel
19. Die Schonste Platz Ist Immer An Der Theke
20. Korn Blummen Blau
21. Es Ist Fasching Zeit
22. Flieger Lied
23. Hertzal Tanz
24. Schlussel Zu Die Hertzen
25. Vayos Condios
| Peter Paulus | - Drums & Vocals |
| Steve Toren | Electric Bass & Tuba |
| Rick Wingate | Accordion Player |
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