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REFERENCES FOR BILL SARGENT BANDSHere's what folks have been saying about us! You'll find references from clients and
fans,
The following is a Sample of Comments* from our
Clients and Audience. *All documents are on file in our office for public viewing.
"Your band was absolutely fabulous on Saturday night! Dan and I were so pleased with your friendly, professional demeanor. Your players exuded everything we could have asked for and we truly thank you for putting such a fantastic group of people together. Your music honestly made the night so grand for us and our guests. Even our 15 year old son put the entire CD on his Ipod on Sunday! You just can't beat that!! I'm also getting calls from our guests about how awesome your group played and how it pulled the whole night together. Bill, it was a true pleasure to meet you and have you be the outstanding part of our anniversary party. I hope we'll be able to meet up with you again some day. Thank you so much!" --- J. Staehle - Brownsville, WI
"Thanks for playing
at the Roast. Everyone had a great time and the music was perfect. I wouldn't
hesitate recommending you to my friends." --- T. Hohl - Wauwatosa, WI
"Wow! That was the
first standing ovation the students have given an assembly all year!" --- Amy - Sound Tech - University School - Mequon, WI
"I want to thank you and the
entire band for your participation in the 1992 Republican Governors Conference . . . By
any measure, the Conference was a tremendous success -- the best the Republican governors
have ever had." --- Governor Tommy G. Thompson - State
of Wisconsin "Wow!! What a Band!!! I'm in
Shock by how many people danced ALL NIGHT LONG. We NEVER had that happen. Thank you for
making our dance a success." --- S. Uy - American Lung Association -
Brookfield, WI ". . . you have an excellent
reputation among your peers and what more of an endorsement can one ask for?" --- L. Franklin - Joy Publications -
Madison, WI "It was very nice speaking with
you regarding an engagement at The Pfister Hotel . . . for the Preferred Hotels and
Resorts Worldwide Black Tie Dinner. You may be interested to know that the Preferred
Hotels will be celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary, and The Pfister Hotel, as you
probably know, is celebrating its 100th --- R. Steinfest - Vice President and
General Manager of The Pfister Hotel - Milwaukee, WI "I would like to extend my
sincerest appreciation for the excellent performance of your . . . ensemble at my wedding
reception at North Hills Country Club . . . Your band's professionalism was exceeded only
by your admirable talent and personal warmth. So many of our guests expressed their praise
for your contribution to our special day that it is certainly amazing how you can touch
persons of such varied backgrounds and tastes. I have received so many compliments on your
music that I felt that I should pass some of this praise on to you. My only regret is that
I must summarize these compliments , rather than enumerate them. I have you and your band
reserved for my 25th anniversary." --- B. Pionke - Wauwatosa, WI "The band . . . was
outstanding." --- J. Grassel - Milwaukee, WI
"Your band was wonderful on May
4th. Thanks for all the effort. Our guests were extremely complimentary, and we were very
pleased. There were many times I wanted to sit down and just listen . . . avoiding my
guests. Please pass on my thanks to your great band. I look forward to working with you
again. Kind Regards," --- T. Lacy - Milwaukee, WI
"I really enjoyed playing in your
band . . . it's the hottest band around." --- K. Accardi - Boston. MA (formerly
Milwaukee, WI
"You & your band did a
fantastic job . . . we had many compliments. If you ever need a positive letter of
reference, just let us know!!" --- J. Kronforst - Lake In The Hills,
IL "I would like to take a moment to
extend my thanks to you for your participation in Harborfest . . . Our lineup this year
was easily our strongest ever. It is because of the talent and professionalism of artists
such as yourself that we had the finest Friday and Sunday in our history . . . I thank you
from the bottom of my heart for your performance at this year's festival!" --- P. Fineran - HARBOR FEST - Racine,
WI "C. and I would like to thank you
and your band for the excellent job you did for us at our wedding reception. Your song
selection and performance was superb. I marveled at the professional show you and your
band put on and I was proud to receive numerous compliments for hiring you. I would
recommend your band to anyone who would ask. Once again thanks for the great music and the
way you made our night extra special." --- G. and C. LaFleur "Thank you very much for the good
music at my wedding reception. Every note of thanks mentions the band." --- B. Gloe - Manitowoc, WI "Thank you for all of your help in
making our "Western Party" a success. The entertainment that you and your band
provided was a perfect highlight to enhance the theme of our party, and was enjoyed by
all. Please extend my gratitude to your band." --- K. Gressle - Blue Mound Golf and
Country Club - Wauwatosa, WI ". . . thank you for doing such a
great job at my wedding. My guests were all complimentary about your orchestra." --- D. Johnson - Milwaukee, WI "Thank you for being a part of our
graduation party! The music was fabulous & we had lots of fun with the band! You made
our day that much more special!!" --- C. & J. Collins "I know they (the wedding guests)
really enjoyed your Band. I heard a lot of nice compliments at our Sunday Brunch." --- A. Tredwell "I want to extend our appreciation
for your group's performance . . . We sincerely hope you enjoyed your visit with us as
much as we enjoyed your band's performance . . . You played an excellent variety of music
that appealed to young and old alike! It was enjoyed by all . . . thank you for your fine
performance and entertaining evening." --- P. Kochie - Capitol Court
Merchant's Association - Milwaukee, WI "Thanks so much for doing a
FANTABULOUS job at our wedding . . . We are STILL hearing compliments about it . . . We
have you on tape - and will frequently review the lovely memories." --- D. Roselle-Knoff - Webster, NY "Our party at the Milwaukee
Country Club last month was a great success, due in a large part to the music you and your
group provided. We have received very enthusiastic thank you notes from our guests and
each mentions the quality of the music and how it made the party distinctive. The vocalist
. . . was spectacular; and you know, I had some reservations about having a singer at a
private party. We look forward to having your band . . . at our daughter's reception at
the Club in September, and know you will be a hit there also." --- M. Miller - Milwaukee, WI "I cannot begin to tell you how
beautiful our wedding reception was due to the absolutely marvelous music played by your
band . . . it was more than your music that made our wedding a success. Bill, you have a
charisma and pizzazz that really gets people moving. It is catching and everyone had a
ball." --- J. Janz - Greenfield, WI "Our thanks to you for your
wonderful performance . . . Your contributions to KIDSFEST were greatly appreciated by the
children and the parents in attendance, by Mr. Jack Safro, who sponsored KIDSFEST and by
everyone at our firm. I am grateful for your cooperation and participation . . . I hope
you enjoyed yourself as much as we did and that you will consider a repeat performance in
. . ." --- J. Catalano - Barkin, Herman,
Solochek Paulsen, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI "You are a great drummer. Thanks
for your help with a wonderful musical." --- Pastor J. Lawson - Brookfield Assembly of God - Brookfield, WI
"The greatest drummer
I've ever worked with." --- Dave Kennedy - Dave
Kennedy Bands & Orchestra & Dave Kennedy Studios - Milwaukee, WI "I want you to know how very
pleased we, Bob Uecker and our client, Blue Cross and Blue Shield United of Wisconsin were
with your dixieland combo at the recent media even held in The Grand Avenue. Not only did
you respond willingly at very short notice, but you were there well in advance to set up
the band and cooperated to the hilt to coordinate the band's playing with our script. The
media event . . . was a success in all ways . . . And the band played a big part in making
it so. In addition to your efficiency and cooperation, the band's music was terrific too!
. . . I plan to be in touch as other assignments occur." --- S. W. Kimball - Barkin, Herman,
Solochek Paulsen, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI "Thank you for stepping in the
other Sunday night and playing with PraiseBand! and Heart of Worship. Even though it was
short notice and short rehearsal, the band blended well and because of your sensitivity to
what I needed, I was able to sort of "ignore" you and give some attention to
helping other singers and musicians play better. That felt good not having to sweat the
percussion. Thanks again for substituting. I really appreciated it." --- B. Burkee "Your band was great at Bastille
Days!" --- T. Nedwek - Milwaukee Bar
Association - Milwaukee, WI ". . . thank you, on behalf of the
entire SME organization, for the outstanding musical entertainment you provided us with .
. . I was dazzled. The "Big Band Broadcast" was a smash hit, earning rave
reviews from EVERYONE I talked to. I've been an amateur musician and jazz buff for about
30 years, and have enjoyed listening to the music of Benny Goodman and Buddy DeFranco for
all of them. But I don't think I've ever heard two finer clarinet solos than we heard from
you during the Bill Sargent Orchestra's "Big Band Broadcast." It was a musical
treat we will all long remember." --- F. Marston - Sales and Marketing
Executives of Milwaukee, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI "As chairman of the . . . Sales
and Marketing Executives of Milwaukee Christmas program, I was given a real challenge. I
was up against a history of successful and memorable events prior to my acceptance as this
year's party chairman. According to the feedback I received following this year's party
from fellow members, this was the best party ever. This achievement was due primarily to
the great entertainment provided by your fantastic band and the great vocalist . . . Your
professionalism and wide variety of music successfully appealed to the varied musical
tastes of the audience. I would highly recommend your group to anyone seeking music and
entertainment at its best." --- D. Debonzo - Tel-Page Corporation
of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI ". . . thank-you for the wonderful
job you did for our wedding . . . We heard "RAVE REVIEWS", please thank the
band, and also your singer was lovely!! A beautiful memory not soon forgotten." --- C. and C. Scholz - Cedarburg, WI "Everything went just fine
Saturday night. The band was well received, all were on time and the crowd stayed to the
very end. Always a good sign. I enclose Somerset’s check . . . as an advance on . . .
our Valentine’s Day party . . ." --- J. Whaley - Racine, WI "I must tell you how thankful I am
for you and for your outstanding contribution to our recent 1998 Patriotic Celebration. I
was so proud of you and your willingness to give your all to the Lord! --- Pastor G. Lemke - Brookfeld
Assemble of God, Brookfield, WI "Enjoyed your music at St.
Catherine's Festival on . . ." --- J. Bednarek - Milwaukee, WI ". . . the Trad-Jazz Rousers were
a favorite among the audience, and I appreciated your promptness in setting up and in
beginning each performance. Your group was a great addition . . ." --- M. McRae - Marine Bank Corporation
- Milwaukee, WI "You girls (The Rodo Sisters) were
simply mah-velous at the Ala Carte. We were proud of you!" --- M. Sijan - Milwaukee, WI "This is to inform you how much
the Worldwide Church of God enjoyed your band . . . The quality of music was outstanding.
We felt we were back in the big band era as each piece sounded like the actual band who
made it famous. We also appreciated your professionalism with working out a few minor
problems. It was so successful for our young people we plan on using it again. We look
forward to having your band again." --- R. Vavra - Worldwide Church of God
- Eagle, WI "We have had many requests for you
and your band to play for us again. Our people were really impressed with your quality,
style and music selection." --- R. Vavra - Worldwide Church of God
- Eagle, WI "I wanted to thank you again for providing the beautiful music for A___ and T___'s wedding. It was just perfect. Everyone has commented on how much they enjoyed it . . . you did a fabulous job. Thanks again - I will definitely call you when the next child decided to get married." --- S. McPherson - Milwaukee, WI
"Your wonderful band helped make
our Christmas party a huge success. Everyone had a great time, and I received many
compliments about your fine organization. Therefore I would like to have you play at our
party next year. Please set aside . . ." --- J. Steinhafel - Steinhafels
Furniture - Milwaukee, WI "On behalf of The Grand Avenue,
I'd like to extend a special thank you . . . Your participation in 'Celebrate Milwaukee'
helped to make it a truly grand event. It was a pleasure working with you and I hope we
can work together again in the near future." --- J. Joswick - The Grand Avenue -
Milwaukee, WI "I just wanted to drop you a short
note to thank you for the terrific job you and your Swing Kings did at our annual summer
festival. Even though the uncertain weather forecast discouraged many from attending the
festival the afternoon your band played, The Swing Kings' professionalism and poise truly
prevailed, and a great time was had by those who chose to brave the elements. Our
intention for this years festival was to provide quality entertainment that the entire
family would enjoy. Our goal was met by having you and the Swing Kings perform. Again,
many thanks . . . (I) plan to contact you regarding next year's festival." --- K. Hudak - Our Lady of Good Hope
Parish - Milwaukee, WI "I just wanted to take this
opportunity to thank you and your band for their outstanding performance at A Midsummer
Night's Dream, benefiting St. Francis Children's Center. I have received wonderful
feedback from our guests about how great and how much fun the band was. I am pleased to
tell you that the event was a success and we raised . . . It was a pleasure to work with
you and please accept my thanks for making the event so memorable." --- K. Lengling - St. Francis
Children's Center - Milwaukee, WI "Thanks for the great performance
at the shower last Thursday!" --- J. Kopp - Milwaukee, WI "People were raving about your
performance all night and for days after . . . Thanks so much for making . . . a wonderful
event. It was truly a pleasure working with you." --- J. Kopp - Milwaukee, WI "Thank you again for a very fine
job. We heard so many positive remarks about the band. I feel your effort really helped
make our event a big success. As a result of profits received from the evening, our
organization has a substantial sum of money to contribute to local charities. I also
understand the wedding on . . . was wonderful too." --- M. Sargent - Menasha, WI "On behalf of St. Mary's Hospital
Guild, I wish to thank you and your entire ensemble for the marvelous entertainment and
music you provided on . . . It is wonderful to know we have first class entertainment
right here in Milwaukee. We are all looking forward to next year's Benefit and a most
enjoyable evening of dancing to the Bill Sargent Band." --- M. Hamm - St. Mary's Hospital Guild
- Milwaukee, WI "Thanks for a job well done last
Saturday night at St. Mary's Benefit dinner dance. I and many others have heard wonderful
comments and we are all pleased at how you were able to please all age groups. We
certainly enjoyed working with you." --- A. Slosky - St. Mary's Hospital
Guild - Milwaukee, WI "Your show and band were fabulous
. . . Everyone loved the whole evening! It was a pleasure working with you and I look
forward to future business interaction. We all thank you for a job well done." --- A. Slosky - St. Mary's Guild
Benefit - Milwaukee, WI ". . . thanks for everything you
did to help make St. Mary's Guild Benefit a "Smashing" Success. People are still
talking about your music and your show." --- M. Brindley - St. Mary's Hospital
Guild - Milwaukee, WI "Have seen many floor shows all
over the US and Europe but nothing as terrific as your show last Sunday. Everything was
organized and carried out to perfection. Have heard so many terrific compliments regarding
the performance that I just had to write to thank you and let you know that many many
people thought it was the greatest." --- A. Moholt - Milwaukee, WI "I'll always remember also the
GREAT evening we had when you and your friends played at the UJL Mardi Gras party I
chaired at the Elks on Good Hope in '91. I think we had the best Bardi Gras and happy
crowd. I had asked you to play dancable Dixie and you filled the bill. I know the
attendees loved it, for at midnight they were still sitting solid, and the waitress had to
shoo them out." --- J. Giese - Menomonee Falls, WI
"Everything went just fine Saturday night. The band was well-received, and were on time and the crowd stayed to the very end. Always a good sign." --- J. Whaley - Somerset Club - Racine, WI
". . . a very entertaining night .
. . The music is excellent . . ." --- D. Neitzel - Milwaukee, WI "Sunday was a gas! The ALL went
away impressed, happy and ready to come back next year with some friends. I think you
proved to a lot of people that the level of quality in the Milwaukee trad jazz scene is
higher than some might have thought. Thanks for your help!" --- D. Jacob - Jazz Jubilee -
Milwaukee, WI "I just want you to know one more
time how much I appreciate the quality of your performance and your patience and
cooperation . . . thanks so much to you and your band for an excellent performance." --- D. Jacob - Southeastern Wisconsin
Jazz Jubilee, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI "The Seventh Annual Dixieland Jazz
Jubilee was an outstanding success thanks in part to your band's participation. We have
had many positive comments about . . . the quality of music. The Jubilee committee thanks
you and your band members for making the Jubilee a special day for all who attended."
--- R. Frederick - Southeastern
Wisconsin Jazz Jubilee, Inc. - New Berlin, WI "Enjoyed your music and the guest
artist at the Jazz Jubilee." --- A. Stark - Neenah, WI "He (Bill Sargent) does work very
hard to promote jazz, anytime, anywhere." --- P. Podehl - Inn of the Dells -
Wisconsin Dells, WI "The Bill Sargent Orchestra
treated our members to some great musical arrangements with his Big Band sound when our
Brynwood golfing season started with its annual opening dinner dance. The versatility of
this great band, including vocals by . . ., contribute greatly to those who appreciate
quality music. We are fortunate to enjoy the Bill Sargent Band in Milwaukee." --- D. Watson - Brynwood Country Club -
Milwaukee, WI "You are to be highly commended
for the very excellent job you did at the Jazz Fest. People surely enjoyed your band and
also enjoyed you." --- A. Molholt - Milwaukee, WI "The reception was terrific -
everyone raved about the music. It was just as we envisioned it should be. Can't tell you
just how much we were pleased!" --- S. and P. Mihojevich - Chicago, IL ". . . thank you for your terrific
performance . . . our guests enjoyed your fabulous music very much . . . We hope you will
be available again in the future for . . ." --- M. Schmidt-Wetekam - Wacker
Corporation - Menomonee Falls, WI "Your group was terrific - we're
still hearing raves about it this week." --- S and J Kaniewski - Milwaukee, WI ". . . everyone in our group
enjoyed listening and dancing to the Band. Thank you for adding a special touch to our
Christmas Party this year." --- J. Pollak - Whyte and Hirschboeck -
Milwaukee, WI "We've heard so many compliments
on your band from the guests at our daughter('s) . . . wedding . . . Thank you very much
for a job well done. You were great." --- S. Heitz - Milwaukee, WI "You should be pleased. We
certainly are. We have received numerous complements on the performance of your band last
Thursday evening at our party at the Chenequa Country Club. Thank you." --- T. Constable - Waukesha Hospital
System, Inc. - Waukesha, WI "Bill's Big Band is superb. His
band's sound best represents the Big Band sound of the past mixed with today's
contemporary music. I feel confident in recommending The Bill Sargent Big Band to those
who, like myself, must have the best." --- V. Cerda - Bavarian Inn -
Milwaukee, WI "Just a line to let you know how
well your music was received by my guests on . . ." --- J. Whaley - Racine, WI "Your band was great and
compliments on the music are still coming in." --- J. Whaley - Racine, WI ". . . I would like to compliment
you . . . on your fabulous performances . . . The high quality and professionalism was
enjoyed by both the merchants and the shoppers alike. I look forward to a return visit . .
." --- C. Brown - Mayfair Mall -
Wauwatosa, WI ". . . thank you for the fine
cooperation I received from your band . . . The Dixie group you sent to perform did a
terrific job. I had many positive comments concerning the band from attendees at the
banquet." --- K. Grubb - IVI Travel Management,
Inc. - West Allis, WI "Thank you once again for a very
enjoyable evening of "big band swing" at the Xaverian Fathers Festival. As I
explained to you, each year a group of friends gather . . . we would like to have you and
your band perform that afternoon . . ." --- E. Span - Milwaukee, WI "You were great at our Wauwatosa
Realty Awards breakfast. Great music - great singer." --- M. Mielke - Brookfield, WI "Thank you for playing for us
today. We really appreciate your helping us to keep the rhythm of life for the people of
Friendships." --- S. Ryan - Friendships Unlimited -
Waukesha, WI "UJL's Big Band Dance, 'A
Sentimental Journey', was a great success. Bill Sargent's Big Band was at its all time
best and the music could not have been better or more appropriate. The music was great and
everyone had a good time. We are looking forward to more of the same . . ." --- Unlimited Jazz Limited JAZZLETTER "I want you to know how very much
you meant to me this past week. Your playing contributions for the Brass Congress and
certainly your personal thoughtfulness for me will not soon be forgotten." --- T. Dvorak - Director of Bands - UWM
- Milwaukee, WI "Being an honorary gold card
member of Local 8 (Milwaukee Musicians Association), a member in standing for 49 years, my
sincere compliments to you and your musicians on a great job at . . . My wife, D., a big
band singer in the '30's and '40's so enjoyed your presentation of the complete show. It
was indeed a first class job so very well done by a group of Milwaukee's finest." --- G. Nestar - West Allis, WI ". . . (Bill Sargent provides the
fire and excitement behind an array of percussion instruments. His recreation of the '40's
drumming star, Gene Krupa, is a solo that brings the house down!" --- J. Gillespie - Minneapolis, MN
". . . a great drummer." --- Robin Crow - Dark Horse Recording - Nashville, TN "You're a 'Class act'." --- N. Younkin - Fond du Lac, WI "We enjoyed seeing you again and
your part in making a most enjoyable afternoon." --- B. Michel - Cambridge, WI "Absolutely superb!! Had a
terrific time and look forward to much more." --- T. Smith - Whitefish Bay, WI
"I enjoyed playing with your band. Good charts and good players." --- A. Anderson - Watertown, WI
"Have enjoyed your music since the
Park East." --- P. Reiser - A Dancer - Milwaukee,
WI ". . . a terrific drummer . . .
" --- B. Roddick - Portage, WI "You and the band are great!"
--- H. Conlin - Chicago, IL
"enjoyed working with you!!" --- R. Thielman - Albuquerque, NM
". . . you have a great thing
going there in Wisconsin. Your sound is good and the Rodo Sisters are very clean." --- L. Hannah - Sacramento, CA
"I'm extremely impressed with your
professionalism and credentials. . . . you are certainly a wailin' cat ... great chops ...
great ideas ... great musicians!!!!! The best to you. As a drummer/percussionist/vocalist
who put 25 years in the business, I certainly admire your ability to stay as active as you
are . . ." --- P. Zito III - Philadelphia, PA
"I appreciate your Music
evangelism." --- M. Frank - Nashville, TN ". . . you are fabulous! Am going
to recommend you to . . ." --- J. Stamm - Colgate, WI "Thanks for a great job . . . be in touch soon." --- Terry Blaine - Woodstock, NY
" . . . you're playing real
good." --- A. Beecher - Beaver Dam, WI "Enjoyed the evening. Very
professional. A fine group of dedicated musicians." --- J. Grillo - Milwaukee, WI "I would like to take this
opportunity to say how much my family and I have enjoyed your concerts, and festivals in
the past." --- R. Chaet - Skokie, IL ". . . everyone surely enjoyed the
music of you and your group Sat. nite. You are wonderful!" --- A. Molholt - Milwaukee, WI ". . . fantastic big sounds!"
--- J. and J. Hart - Milwaukee, WI "I do want to tell you how much we
enjoyed your music. You and the other folks in the band were a highlight for us during our
4 1/2 years in Milwaukee." --- P. and N. Newton - Fayetteville, NC "Was delighted with your music
last night at Serafino Square . . ." --- M. Chyle - Wauwatosa, WI "I enjoyed the music so much last
Saturday . . ." --- D. Weiss - Shorewood, WI "You have an excellent band and
I enjoyed playing with the band very much." --- P. Schmalz - Milwaukee, WI "I got another call to play with
your band . . . I'm looking forward to it, especially in light of the fun I had last time.
What I wanted to say, without making it sound like I was trying to compliment my way into
your good graces, is that last Saturday was the high point of my professional big band
playing in the Milwaukee area. It was a gas." --- R. Halseth - Carroll College -
Waukesha, WI "Thanks for all your help . . .
You DID inspire me." --- O. Johnson - Greenfield, WI
"Just a note to let you know
that I think you are the greatest... If I ever have need of a drummer...you are first on
the list...you are tremendous." --- G. Huckleberry - Milwaukee, WI
"God Bless You and thank you for
that good drumming!" --- A. Johnson - Milwaukee, WI
"Nice playing with you last
Saturday. Hope we have a chance to work together again soon." --- J. Becker - Hartland, WI "He (Bill Sargent) is some guy
and a very good drummer." --- D. Berigan - Milwaukee, WI
"I admire your sense of
time." --- Jim Cullum - The Jim Cullum Jazz Band - San Antonio, TX
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