Dave Black has worked with many artists from a wide range of musical genres that includes Jazz, Blues, Rock, Country, Bluegrass and Folk. He has worked with various notables including Richard 'Groove' Holmes, Bucky Pizzerelli, David Liebman, Fareed Haque, Little Anthony & The Imperials and The Drifters. Plus, Dave keeps himself busy working as a freelancer in the St. Louis area, performing and recording with many local artists.

In 1997 St. Louis' all-original jazz quartet, Brilliant Corners released their CD 'Two Road' (MaxJazz) featuring compositions by Dave and other fellow band members including Paul DeMarinis, Dan Eubanks and Kevin Gianino. Then, in 2000 Dave released his own CD 'Alone & Together' (Wildstone Audio) which showcases his advanced skill as a solo guitarist.

Dave's latest release, 'Departures' (Wildstone Audio) released in 2006 features his own group that includes bassist Marc Torlina and drummer Matt Kimmick. It contains all original material with styles ranging from Jazz, Funk, Fusion to Samba, Tango and even Celtic.

Dave is an adjunct professor at Webster University where he teaches Jazz Guitar, Jazz Ensemble and various music history courses.

Dawn Weber has a mesmerizing, high-energy stage presence. This St. Louis-based artist has a background that includes extensive training in both classical trumpet and flugelhorn as well as jazz. Weber's style ranges from jazz, rock, R&B, swing, and salsa to hip-hop, electronic, and funk. Currently, Weber is in charge of four projects which flow seamlessly together while each offering a distinctive sound:

Dawn Weber Group: up to a 6 piece playing jazz, pop, blues, R&B, and funk.

Dawn Weber Swinging Blues Review: 5-6 piece playing swing and jump blues. 

Dawn Weber and Naked Rock Fight: 6 piece band playing soul, groove, funk, and fusion.

Dawn Weber and the Electro Funk Assembly: 3-6 piece group playing acid jazz, lounge, and swing.

World class trumpet player. Prolific songwriter. Stylish vocalist. Mesmerizing, high-energy stage presence. Add it up and you are given one, and only one person– Dawn Weber. But that's just a basic overview of what the multi-talented, eclectic Dawn Weber brings to every performance. The St. Louis-based artist has a background that includes extensive training in both classical trumpet and flugelhorn. But Dawn's talent and personality really shine in other styles of her music– ranging from jazz, rock, R&B swing and salsa to hip-hop, electronic and funk styles. Dawn starred in the groups Vargas Swing, Urban Jazz Naturals and Mo and Dawn (The Remix Project) and is now leading her own bands.

The larger version of Dawn's Electro Funk Assembly brings it with an explosive, high-energy show! The full EFA group features a live drummer, bassist, keyboard player and guitarist supporting Dawn's vocals and trumpet -- fused with an electronic blend bubbling under. You'll hear original music blending house music, funk, hip-hop, and electronica elements that will make you get down and move your body! You'll have a blast!

The smaller, three-piece EFA Lounge band offers a more sophisticated approach adding classic hits– performed in Dawn's unique style – to the musical mix. Dawn's EFA trio creates a high-energy blend of jazz, Latin, and funk grooves with electronic elements to create great dance music that flows non-stop!

Dennis Watkins is an award-winning, third-generation magician and entertainer with awards and honors from the Texas Association of Magicians, the Society of American Magicians and the International Brotherhood of Magicians.

Watkins works non-stop, bringing world-class magic and mind-reading to colleges, universities and Fortune 500 companies from coast to coast.

Watkins is the sole performer and creative force behind the critically-acclaimed show, The Magic Parlour: an intimate evening of classic magic with Dennis Watkins.

Watkins is currently starring in The House Theatre's hit show, Death and Harry Houdini. Having just enjoyed its third sold-out run, Watkins continues to play the title role, performing Harry Houdini's infamous Water Torture Cell Escape.

Here's a heartfelt testimonial from jazz icon Jean Kittrell, describing Dizzy's show at the Sheldon in 2013: "How proud of you I was last night. It was my first time to hear Dizzy Atmosphere, and what a delight it was. Chris, you are a fine MC and an incredible violinist. Your guitarist is terrific, and your bass player gives you two excellent harmonic support and swinging rhythm. He plays the part of piano, banjo, drums, with ease as your solid bassist."

Jon Ferber has been one of St. Louis most prominent proponents of swing, especially adept at interpreting and channeling the guitar stylings of Django Reinhardt. He has performed and recorded with Swing Set, the Orbits, the Lettuce Heads, the Erin Bode Trio and the Western Satellites.

Christopher Voelker has performed as a featured guest with Coco Rico, Fleur_De_Lou, Gene Lynn, and Swing Set, and has contributed to recent CD's by Building Rome, Michelle Isam and Elliot Ranney. He has played viola with the Diamond String Quartet and with orchestras in Boston, San Antonio, Kansas City and St. Louis. Earthy and swinging, his violin lends an air of casual elegance to this trio's sound.

Richard Tralles has performed and recorded with Miss Jubilee & the Humdingers, Swing Set and Diesel Island as bassist, vocalist and songwriter. His swinging sensibilities, percussive solos and soulful singing have added a lot to Dizzy's harmonic and rhythmic substance.

Collectively influenced by an range of American (Joe Venuti & Eddie Lang, Stuff Smith), European (Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli) and Latin (Antonio Carlos Jobim, Xavier Cugat) recording artists, Dizzy Atmospere demonstrates an enormous variety of repertoire, equally adept at playing America's greatest standards, vocally and instrumentally, interpreting the understated charm of Brazilian composer Jobim, or presenting the dazzling dance rhythms of Xavier Cugat.

Dizzy Atmosphere has performed at the Missouri History Museum, the St Louis Art Museum, the Festival of Nations, Laumeier Art Fair, the Shaw Art Fair, the Whitaker Music Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden, and at the Sheldon Concert Hall, portions of which have been broadcast by HEC-TV.

After 17 years of packing club dance floors, entertaining thousands at large scale events and his professional presentation at corporate events and weddings, Aaron Boyer, a.k.a. “DJ Beezie”, is one of Saint Louis’ favorite DJ’s. His experience and knowledge of multiple music genres is deep, along with his library - thousands of titles of Pop, EDM, Rock, Reggae, Country and Hip-Hop. Aaron’s expertise doesn’t stop at music. His video production skills have allowed him to create a substantial collection of videos to compliment his DJ performances, providing an additional form of entertainment for guests. Aaron also offers Karaoke with over 200,000 titles - another fun and popular option for parties. Aaron can also provide professional audio/visual presentations, lighting, monogram and video projection for personal or corporate branding.

'CREATIVELY CUSTOMIZING MUSICAL EXPERIENCES'

A respected artist, educator, and arranger, Lamar Harris has shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business such as New Edition, Babyface, Bilal, Chrisette Michele, Chico DeBarge, Lee Fields, Biz Markie, Doug E.Fresh, Vintage Trouble, Marc de Clive Low, and many others.

Lamar's creative range from music to fashion earned him a featured spot in ALIVE Magazine as a Men of Style Winner in 2013. His intensely creative sound soothes the ears with melodic, abstract sounds that leave audiences craving for more. The music forces the listener’s mind and soul inside the sounds, releasing their energy into a place of solitude and relaxation.

In 2010, he was one of twenty-one award winners in Missouri of the Peabody Logos Leadership in Education Award. For eight years, he was the Director of Bands at Crossroads College Preparatory School where he designed and instituted a $65,000.00 music production lab, organized fundraisers and community events.

As the RFT’s 2013 and 2010 Best Jazz Artist and Best Funk/R&B/Soul award winner, he has performed on the Jamie Foxx "Foxhole Radio Show" and Old School 95.5, performed for John Legend, Bill Bellamy, Sommore & Miguel, Porsche, IKEA, Brooks Brothers, The United Way, Circus Flora, St. Louis Ballet, St. Louis Arc, St. Louis Children's Hospital, Nieman Marcus, ISES National Convention, PROMO- STL, National Association of College Organizations, The Taste of St. Louis, Black Caucus of the American Library Association, St. Louis Fashion Week and has been featured at Jazz St. Louis. In July 2014, St. Louis Magazine named him as the Best Multi-talented DJ in St. Louis. Lamar was a cast member for the musical, “Buddy, The Buddy Holly Story” at the Muny Theater in St Louis, Missouri. He has partnered with various organizations such as Pepsi, Junior Chamber International, Black Caucus of the American Library Association, College Bound and countless others.

DRZHIVEGAS (pronounced Doctor-zhi-vegas) the kings of the dance floor have charmed international audiences for 14 years with their unmistakable Je ne sais quoi! The irresistible combination of swagger and style.

Rock & Roll meets the dance floor!

This is the world famous DRZHIVEGAS.

Expertise rests in giving the people what they want. Always dancing, always rocking, always compelling, always playing your favorite song. DRZHIVEGAS is a live 21st century Juke Box! DRZHIVEGAS IS the party.

Edd Fairman has been entertaining audiences of all ages as the Wizard of Sorts for more than 12 years, he has been seen on stage at the Loop Theatre, the Chopin Theatre and the Side Project.

Starting his career in children's parties and entertainment, Fairman has grown a dedicated following through his unique blend of interactive comedy and non-traditional magic that has allowed him to move confidently into colleges, corporations and private party entertainment.

He is a lifelong purveyor of his craft and performs more than 200 shows a year all across the country. Some of his clients, over the past decade, include: Ford, HBO Films, Four Seasons Hotels, the Drake Hotel, Harris Bank, The East Bank Club, The Union League Club and many more.

In 2005, Edd was named the "Magician of the Year" from the Chicago Wizard's Club. He currently resides in Chicago, IL with a wide assortment of animals, all of whom are friendly and none of whom perform magic.

Experience Justin Stewart’s collection of Groovethang’s covers as well as his original music that definitely lightens up the Soul. The collaborations with various artists are part of the Electric Soul’s uniqueness. Consider a duo with Justin and J Marie Tenkku on vocals, or add guitar, sax and or percussion to blend the soulful sounds in a smaller, intimate setting.