Joe Pulice's Big Band featuring Ricky Peterson on B3 Organ

Doors will open at 6:00 PM for Dinner and Drink Service. Joe Pulice’s Big Band is a high voltage, all-star eighteen-piece big band from the Twin Cities. This performance will highlight the music of the most famous big bands throughout jazz history. Drummer Joe Pulice, one of the region’s elite musicians, is a two-time Minnesota Jazz Music Award recipient. Also, in 1986, Joe toured with Woody Herman and his Thundering Herd. During the 1990’s, Joe played vibes and percussion with world-renowned drummer Eric Kamau Gravatt’s group, Kamanari. Joe also played with Jack McDuff and his band, The Heatin’ System. Additionally, Joe has been the drummer for the JazzMN Orchestra for the last twenty years. Ricky Peterson is one of the most sought-after studio and session keyboard players and producers in America. Furthermore, Ricky tours with Fleetwood Mac, Bonnie Raitt, John Mayer and currently with Stevie Nicks. Saxes: David Milne Joe Mayo Pete Whitman Kenni Holmen Rich Manik Trumpets: Bob Kase Jeff Gottwig Steve Wagner Jake Baldwin Riley Helgeson Trombones: Michael Nelson Peter Enblom Dave Graf Dave Budimir Rhythm: Joe Pulice, Drums Chris Bates, Bass Adi Yeshaya, Piano Special Guest: Ricky Peterson B3 Organ