January 2010's Featured Band
Fulton Street Jazz Band
Pictured
L to R:
Bob Williams - trombone, Vince Bartels - drums , Paul Edgerton
- reeds, Bob Ringwald - piano & vocals,
Bob Sakoi - trumpet, Darrell Fernandez - bass
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The
Fulton Street Jazz Band has been featured
at jazz festivals and on jazz cruises for over 30 years. The
popular and fun loving group combines a front line of outstanding
ensemble and solo players with a rhythm section that builds
a strong foundation for the band's powerful and unique sound.
The band's extensive and varied repertoire makes each performance
an exciting and strong jazz statement. Fulton Street is a
delight for listeners and dancers alike.
Bob
Ringwald ( piano, vocals,
leader) Bob is a multi-talented musician who has
formed and led several bands including the Great Pacific Jazz
Band in Los Angeles and the Fulton Street Jazz Band of Sacramento,
California.
Paul
Edgerton ( reeds) Paul
began playing the clarinet in the sixth grade, using Pete
Fountain and Benny Goodman as early role models.He played
in Your Father's Moustache Band, the Hot Tomatoes Dance Orchestra,
plaied at Rosy O'Grady's and Disneyworld and with the Wooden
Nickel Jass Band and joined the Fulton Street Jazz Band in
2003.
Bob
Williams ( trombone) Bob
Williams formed the very popular Wooden Nickel Jass Band,
which enjoyed considerable success on the festival jazz circuit
during its 10-year existence. Bob is the president of the
Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society. He Joined the Fulton
Street Jazz Band in September of 2006.
Darrell
Fernandez ( bass) Darrell
was born and raised in Honolulu , Hawaii . Active in the Hawaii
jazz scene since 1975, Darrell moved to Sacramento in 1990
and has been a sought-after bassist in local clubs and jazz
festivals throughout California . Darrell joined the Fulton
Street Jazz Band in 2004.
Vince
Bartels (drums) Vince
calls Baton Rouge , Louisiana his first home. His family moved
to Wyoming . He played in Drum & Bugle Corps and the Salt
Creek Jazz Band during High School. In 1976 Vince moved to
Sacramento . He joined Fulton Street in 1978. Vince's sure
hands and authoritative style provide the foundation for Fulton
Street 's powerful sound and drive.
Bob
Sakoi ( trumpet)
Bob started his musical career playing in the Dixieland
band at the Great America theme park. He moved to Las Vegas
and performed with headliners including Tony Bennett and Sammy
Davis Jr. After an 18 year "retirement" Bob became
involved in the Northern California traditional Jazz scene
working with many local groups. He joined the Fulton Street
Jazz Band in October, 2005.
- Date: Sunday, January 24, 2010.
- Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Price: member: $8, non-member: $10
- Location: Sunnyvale Elk's Lodge
- Directions: From 101, Exit Matilda
Av. South, Turn Right on Maude Av. Turn Left on Pastoria
Av
The Elks Lodge is on the Right. Parking on both sides of
the building, entrance is on the Pastoria Ave. Side The
Elk's Lodge is at 375 N. Pastoria Av. Sunnyvale, California.
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(get map).
updated 12/22/07
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