Scott Whitfield, Banjo Artist & Bands Solo banjo artist, New Orleans style jazz band & Western swing band

Based in United States

Garland, Dallas County, Texas, United States
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LOCATION
Garland, Dallas County, Texas, United States

TRAVEL
up to 200 miles

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About / Biography

Scott Whitfield is a solo banjo artist that delivers Americana Music on the banjo. As well as performing solo, he has two bands. Scott & the Jazz Cats deliver New Orleans style Jazz and his Western Swing band Scott & the Texas Twisters perform Western Swing and Country music. Solo and band formats can be tailored to suit the client's event and budget.

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Location

Based in United States

Garland, Dallas County, Texas, United States
Travels up to 200 miles
green circle = areas covered (up to 200 miles)
pink circle = free travel (up to 50 miles)
Travel areas on the map are approximate (distances may vary) free quote

Technical Info

What are your basic technical requirements?

Depending on band size 3pc -5pc 10x10 ft. 6 x2 110v plugs. 3-5 parking spaces.


What information do you require about a venue?

Physical address. Directions helpful. Load in. Expected crowd size. Crowd activity. (cocktails, dancing, meeting, dinner music etc.)


Do you provide sound and lighting equipment?

Depending on the room size. Can bring small PA for smaller venues & crowds under 200. No lighting.


Can you provide a Spotify/DJ service before and between your sets?

Can play background music on breaks. Music will be complementary to our style.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best gig you've ever done and the best venue you've ever worked at?

Kessler Theater, Dallas, TX Great room and sound man.


What's your favourite type of event?

Events where the client is enjoyable to work with and enjoys my music. Love being in the background as well as putting on a laid back stage show.


What's your previous experience and how did you start gigging?

Shakey's Pizza Parlors 7 years. Six Flags Over Texas 10 years. Grand Openings all over DFW.


Which artists have you been most influenced by, who is your favourite artist and what is the greatest song of all time?

Louis Armstrong, Jim Cullum Jazz Band, Chicago, Eagles, Kenny Rogers, Bela Fleck, Buddy Wachter. Too many to have one.

Performance Info

What are your typical setup and performance times?

Acoustic gigs we arrive 30 min. prior to gig. If sound and drums. 1-1.5 hours prior to gig. 1 hour set and 1 45 min. set on a 2 hour gig.


Are you happy to perform outside?

Yes. Outside gigs are fine as long as the temperature is reasonable and we are covered with stage air flat surface and electricity as needed.


Do the clients have a say in what you play or is it a set repertoire list only?

epertoire mostly. Sometimes when we get an audience educated in our genres we will take requests. For weddings and special events we can learn a special tune if told in advance.


How do previous clients most commonly describe your performances?

Most of our clients have a great time and this is why we have many recurring gigs each year. I or my bands have played Denton and Ft. Worth Festivals since 1989!

More Info

Events types:

Wedding

Birthday Party

Private Event

Corporate Event

Hotel / Restaurant Event

Funeral / Memorial

Concert

Religious Event

Christmas Party

New Year's Eve

Genres:

1920s Music

1930s Music

1940s Music

Folk

Jazz

Blues

Cabaret

Dixieland / Ragtime

Swing

Christmas

Background Music

Originals

Country

Pop

Acoustic

Features:

Instrumental

100% acoustic (no power)

PA / sound system included

Male vocalist

Uses backing tracks

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