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First and foremost a "Party Band", The Swingin' Swamis compliment any occasion. Whether you are entertaining guests at an intimate cocktail party or looking for a high energy dance band, The Swingin' Swamis have the music and veteran showmanship to satisfy your needs. Their songbook is vast, with styles ranging from R&B, Soul, Rock-N-Roll to Contemporary Pop, Jazz, Latin and World Rhythms.There is no better band for your event.

Since 1997, The Swingin' Swamis have provided the music for hundreds of corporate and private functions, weddings, music and arts festivals, restaurants and night clubs. Noteworthy performances include: The Kennedy Center, MusikFest 2005, Artscape 2004 & 2005, The Ram's Head Live (opening for The B-52's), The Baltimore Museum of Art, and The Maryland Film Festival.


Band Members:
Snackie Hillman-Keyboards, Vocals, Band Manager
Eddie Chabot-Electric Bass, Vocals
Chris Bavaria-Guitar, Vocals
Christopher Lerch-Drums, Vocals

Available Upon Request:
Kerra Holtgren-Female Vocalist
John Dierker-Tenor Sax


Discography:
The Swingin' Swamis (our debut CD recorded at Baltimore's ACR studios and released in April 2001)
Songs & Other Misdemeanors (12 original songs recorded at Baltimore's ACR studios and released in February 2003)
Sookie! Sookie! (16 Song disc recorded at Invisible Sound Studios featuring classic songs such as It's Your Thing, Peter Gunn, Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps and Night Train as well as original material. Released in March 2005)
Dancing Shoes (10 Song disc recorded at Invisible Sound Studios featuring classic songs such as At Last and Mustang Sally as well as original material. Released in April of 2007)
Shake (6 Song digital release highlighting the 5 guys and their singing chops. Released in November of 2009)

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the price?

Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

What is the price of your popular wedding package?

$2,500

Which of the following are included in the package?

MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Blues
Caribbean
Classic Rock
Funk
International
Jazz
Latin
Motown
Oldies
R&B / Soul
Rock
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Vocals
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of The Swingin' Swamis

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User1601374 Sent on 04/29/2014
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I called this band a month before my daughter's 50's themed wedding over Thanksgiving weekend and they were able to do it! They were excellent! People danced all night! Professional and talented!
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Sandy Sent on 11/16/2011
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The Swingin' Swamis played at our November 5, 2011 wedding at the Fort Myer Officers Club in Arlington, Virginia, and they were FANTASTIC! We had a very diverse -- in terms of ages, backgrounds, ethnicities, etc. -- guest list, and the Swamis' music appealed to everybody. Their lead singer, Kara Holtgren, has an amazing voice -- our first dance was to her singing a gorgeous rendition of Etta James' "At Last" -- and Snackie Hillman, who acted as our emcee, did a terrific job announcing the various events (i.e., toast, bouquet toss, father-daughter dance, etc) and keeping the reception flowing. We have received so many compliments on the Swamis since our wedding, and we would hire them again in a heartbeat if given the chance. Music is so incredibly important when you're planning a wedding, and one of the best decisions my husband and I ever made was to hire the Swingin' Swamis. If you hire them, you won't be disappointed!
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Sharon Sent on 10/26/2007
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What is your biggest fear for a wedding? That no one will have any fun. The Swingin Swami's made it happen. Somehow they managed to become part of the affair without being intrusive. They kicked off the event, seeming to enjoy every minute themselves - which was the secret. They stayed on top of the schedule and personalized each moment. It made all the difference. And, by the way, with or without the wedding, they were great performers. Just a suggestion, it really helped when I learned I could buy the band's CD's and circulate them among the crowd ahead of time. It's really cool when your guests can make requests including for the band's original stuff! My guests were very impressed that The Swingin Swami's were clearly not "just another wedding band".

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Chase Court Chase Court Mansion Weddings

We recommend the Swingin' Swamis at Chase Court more than any other band. Why? Powerful presentation, ultra-professional look and feel (not true of every band…), and a broad and perfectly-crafted repertoire. With a singer up front (or not, your choice), they move the room! Bands that can get everyone dancing are wonderful to have and uncommon to find. The Swingin' Swamis do it, and in spades! Worth your consideration.

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