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About the Band

How They Got Here

In their own words
We are a 16 to 19 piece jazz band that can play a variety of styles. We are proud to announce that we have received our determination letter now classifying our organization as a 501(c)(3charitable organization. DOnors can deduct contributions under IRC Section 170. We can also receive tax deductible bequests, devices, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522. Our mission is to keep Big Band, Swing Music and Jazz alive and well in the hearts and minds of our community. We accept and rely on sponsorship funding and donations to perform for the public. Our concerts are always free to the public. We never charge the public any type of admission fee. If you wish to donate to the cause, go to our Sponsor/Donor page to see our categories and scroll to the bottom of the page for more info.

We have been around, in one form or another, since 1986. We have had members who are professional musicians, music teachers, experienced adults, high school and college students. Playing experience runs from 8 to 60 years or more. We will also play for outdoor summer festivals to corporate events, and private parties. Funds from these events also go towards our mission.

Our public events will be listed on this site under our events tab. Nothing brings a community together like

live music!

Rock River Jazz Band Members, current, past, and occasional

Saxophones

Jessica Dempsey ~ Alto Sax

Scott Angelici ~ Alto Sax

James Cocar ~ Alto Sax

Danelle Kvapil ~ Alto Sax

Cathy James ~ Tenor Sax

Kevin Preslan~ Tenor Sax

Peter Fink ~ Bari Sax

Jacob Dickman ~ Bari Sax

Trumpets

Aaron White

Jon James

Tom Whitcombe

Rebecca Quintana

Maxwell DeForest

Trombones

Bryan Anton

Kirk Lundbeck

Matt Senneff

Dave Balicka

​David Tallacksen

Rhythm

Eric Murphy ~ Bass

Lee Stofer ~ Bass

Denny Vaupel ~ Keys

Tim Hess ~ Drum Set

Chris Cinnamon ~ Drum Set

Denny Boynton ~ Drum Set

Vocalist ~ Angie Harrison

Vocalist ~ Patti Balayti

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