While “Big Band” music is featured prominently, the group loves to play a little blues, Latin, rock, and a lot of soul. Since its inception, River Cities Jazz has become a staple of live music in the area and has performed at weddings, church picnics, jazz festivals, concert venues, and at regular supper club gigs. RCJ has recorded two full-length CDs and has traveled throughout the Midwest as well as a European tour in 2010 culminating with a performance at the internationally known, Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland. Most of the members are from the Waupaca, Stevens Point, and Wisconsin Rapids area-where water is second only to beer!Ĭurrently, the band enjoys playing at both the Sky Club in Plover and the Par 4 Bistro in Waupaca. Our band is 100 made up of volunteers and it is our joy to have performed at local venues and events including: Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens, Petersburg Area. The group got its name from the Wisconsin River which flows through the city and provides the area with opportunities for recreation and industry. Under the leadership of trumpet player Mitch Biba, the group quickly amassed a large library of tunes and an even larger following of regular audience members.
The group got its name from the Wisconsin River.
Did you know our Captains can officiate your wedding? Check out our wedding page for more details.Ĭelebrating something special? Let us know - we specialize in proposals, anniversaries, and birthday parties.Over 20 years ago, River Cities Jazz band started playing “Big Band” style music in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Over 20 years ago, River Cities Jazz band started playing Big Band style music in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is a perfect venue for your special occasion. Check out our beverage packages available at check-out for those 21 and over to enhance your experience. It is also a dedicated group of professionals who specialize in the presentation of traditional American jazz, N’Orleans style. Were West Michigans high society dance band, playing the standard swing tunes from the 1920s to the 50s Venues include: Wedding receptions. Sip a refreshing cocktail while live Jazz brings refined sophistication to our onboard entertainment. Formed in Charleston in 1997, The River City Dixieland Jazz Band is more than just an entertaining ensemble of talented instrumentalists. Our dinner features a buffet of New Orleans classics in a relaxing atmosphere for enjoying an evening on the Mississippi River. Find top songs and albums by The River City Jazz Trio including Just in Time, Get Me to the Church On Time and more. Contemporary and Traditional Big Band Jazz music by 25 musicians.
In a city full of great places to dine, dinner aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is truly a unique dining experience. Listen to music by The River City Jazz Trio on Apple Music. River City Jazz Orchestra, Maple Grove, Minnesota. Check out our beverage packages available at check-out for those 21 and over. Fun and scenic, our cruises feature live jazz music, New Orleans style cuisine, and a cash bar for cocktails. The Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS is home to the "Best" Lunch/Brunch cruises on the Mississippi River.
Stroll the multiple decks, explore the beautiful refinished interiors and savor the leisurely two-hour cruise that will give you panoramic views of the Mississippi River and the many unique sites along her banks, with live narration. See captivating views of the French Quarter fade into the distance as the joyful tunes of traditional jazz carries you down the river. Please enable javascript in your browser to bookThe newest addition to the New Orleans Riverfront & sister vessel of the Steamboat NATCHEZ, the CITY OF NEW ORLEANS operates sightseeing, lunch, Sunday Brunch, and Dinner Jazz cruises down the Mississippi River.Įxperience a spirit of adventure on the newest vessel to the French Quarter riverfront, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS as she takes you on a journey down the mighty Mississippi.