So Grand Polka Band is a polka band from St. Louis, Missouri. The band is led by accordionist and multi-instrumentalist Jess Adkins. The band plays popular polkas and waltzes, as well as originally composed songs. Trying to find the right sound for Oktoberfest celebration or your Biergarten? We're exactly what you're looking for!
NEW FOR 2023!
A new album of all original polkas and waltzes!
More singing!
More classic polkas!
If you are looking for other styles of accordion music, please don't hesitate to inquire about our other available musical styles!
Our 2-piece duo definitely enhanced our Oktoberfest Happy Hour Event! Good job! Thanks!
Was disappointed that the entire evening was no sang songs she did explain why but still wasn’t good
Response from So Grand Polka Band:
Hi Bob,
We could had accommodated a request for vocals had you made your expectations clear and known in your booking request.
Price Range: Contact for rates
So Grand Polka Band is a polka band from St. Louis, Missouri. The band formed in 2019 as a side project, but soon all it's members fell in love with polka! The band began appearing around town at breweries and Oktoberfests, and they have been gleefully received by both young and old audiences.
The band is led by accordionist Jess Adkins. Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jess began taking accordion lessons at 15 years old. Jess found herself in St. Louis in 2014 to complete a PhD in philosophy. She brought her accordion with and was quickly welcomed into the St. Louis music scene.
| October 24, 2024 • 2:00pm - 3:30pm | House Party |
| September 24, 2022 • 5:30pm - 9:30pm | Festival |
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