Most recently, Bonnie Raitt, Diana Krall, Norah Jones, Shawn Colvin, Etta James, Eva Cassidy... and a plethera of amazing vocalists and musicians right here in the Twin Cities! Grew up on Sarah Vaughn and Ella Fitzgerald, Lou Rawls, Herb Alpert and the Tiajuana Brass. Got into The Manhatten Transfer, Earth, Wind and Fire, Chicago, James Taylor, Michael Johnson, Dan Fogelberg, and The Carpenters - Yikes - did I just say that out loud?!
Aimée Fischer and the Snazzy Band -
Minneapolis based singer/songwriter Aimée Fischer has tapped into the vast talent pool offered in the Twin Cities to launch her own project, Aimée Fischer and the Snazzy Band. A native Minnesotan herself, she has assembled a band of talented local artists who bring together their diverse musical backgrounds to form a truly snazzy band! Each member brings to the stage their unique history of live performance and recording experience, opening up endless musical possibilities. With song styles that range from sultry jazz and blues to rockin’ folk and country to lush and heartfelt ballads, Aimée Fischer and the Snazzy Band delivers songs in a way that makes the audience feel connected… songs that are worth sitting still to hear and music that’s worthy of getting up to dance!
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Aimée Fischer -
This veteran singer is a musical chameleon whose voice evokes emotion from the listener whether performing blues, country, rock or jazz. Thoughtfully emotional yet gutsy, this expressive singer moves within a single phrase from pensive to powerhouse. Aimée is an in-demand session singer and voice over talent as well as a first call vocalist with numerous bands in the Twin Cities. She has recently launched her own project, Aimée Fischer and the Snazzy Band, and continues to work regularly with other top club and corporate bands such as the TC Jammers, Stay Tuned, Belladiva and The RFactor.
Boyd Lee -
A veteran of the Twin Cities since 1985, Boyd began his musical career as lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist with the jam band The Spaceheaters, one of the Twin Cities largest drawing bands for over 7 years. Beginning in 1992, Boyd focused his attention on acoustic music, writing, recording and performing both as a solo act and backing up such notables as Gwen Matthews and Mary Jane Alm. Boyd is renowned throughout the Twin Cities as one the finest vocalist's/guitarist's in town, and can be found performing frequently with long time musical sidekicks Joe Cruz and Noah Hoehn in the extremely popular group, Boyd Lee and Joe Cruz, as well as The Mary Jane Alm Band, the Tex Pistols and most recently, Aimée Fischer and the Snazzy Band.
Brian C. Peters -
A true lover of country music and a remarkable electric blues guitarist, Brian C. Peters is also a premier pedal steel player in the Midwest, which makes him a perfect fit for The Snazzy Band! He has been performing for many years as lead guitarist for The Mary Jane Alm Band, with whom he continues to perform to this day. Years ago, Brian also founded another fun and wacky acoustic guitar group, the recently resurrected "Tex Pistols". He is currently producing the band's first album - watch for it!
Mitch Hare -
Mitch has performed as a bass player and keyboardist for more than 30 years. Over the years, the numerous bar bands he’s played with have shared the stage with such performers as Joe Cocker, BB King, Nicollet Larson, and The Guess Who. He received a BA in music from the University of Minnesota where he studied theory, piano and voice. As a music educator, he is currently a Program Coordinator and Instructor for the music business department at the Minnesota School of Business. In demand as a gigging musician, you may run into him playing piano at your corporate or social gathering.
Dik Hedlund -
A former member of Al Jarreau and Bonnie Raitt’s touring bands, Dik is one of the most requested musicians in the area, having produced, engineered and performed on hundreds of albums, singles, radio and television commercials and film tracks. A former bassist with the Doug Maynard Band, the Rupert’s Orchestra and currently with Synergy and The Snazzy Band, Dik continues to perform with the best, including national tours with Prairie Home Companion’s Garrison Keillor.
Dave Hanzel -
Dave Hanzel has been one of the most highly regarded drummers on the Twin Cities music scene since he held the drum chair for the Rupert’s Orchestra for 10 years. He is currently playing drums for various singers and groups in the Twin Cities area, included in that list is the The Snazzy Band since early 2006. Dave also holds an adjunct teaching position at McNally-Smith School of Music and teaches music privately. He is the owner and operator of his own highly respected drum company, Boom Alley Drums, based in Golden Valley, MN.
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Aimée Fischer & The Snazzy Band's Friend Space (Top 40)
Just wanted to say thanks for being a friend! Have a great day! Come by and see us play at Eclipse Records Thursday July 16th at 7pm. Othr acts are Lollipop Factory, Company Inc. and Ribbons. Stop by our page for more info and a sample of some music!
ciao Aimèe, felice di averti nel mio space. Non perderti il concerto di Franco Morone e Raffaella Luna a Rovereto TN il 4 aprile. Il 24-25-26 aprile master-class di perfezionamento chitarristico del M. Giulio Tampalini. Informazioni sullo space.
not at this time. I do have a couple private parties this summer to play. And Scott Kirby are talking - and I may join up and do a few shows at the paw. I'm now going to start recording some of my music so I can sell myself to some local coffee & dinner shops in the Rochester area. I've come to the conclusion that I must just get it out there and do it, instead of being affraid and doubtful of my ablilities, I'm no Boyd - Joe - Noah or Amiee, but I do think I have something to offer to the right crowd. we sahll see. I plan on dropping some songs on myspace if I can figure out how to do it. have a great day Amiee, and thank for being a friend. say hello to boyd for me.
Please keep those "COMMENTS" coming during the holidays and tell your friend to pass by to if you would be so kind, especially if you have a good story to post for all to see?
I would like to let you know about my New Release so if you send me a "COMMENT" I will put you on my list.
I wish the best to you and yours always during this holiday season. Thank you for your friendship and support Gary Joseph Ayala
Hello Aimee Thankyou for your kind words. I listened again to your singing and your songs. Great feeling. Yes,I will be coming over the big pond. Next February in fact. I'm gonna be in New Orleans for a couple of weeks playing a few gigs with some of those great musician,freinds I'm honored to have become aquainted with over the years. I'd love to get to Minnesotta some day. Take care my feind. Lots of Love from Myself and wintry heights of Stuttgart, Germany.
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Send to all the ladies you love. I just did.
Still as beautiful as ever!!! Sending you LOVE FROM TEXAS!!!