George Zecher Orchestras & Steel Drum Band

• George Zecher - Steel Drums, Percussion
• Pat Cardeiro - Guitar, Vocals
• Dennis Cook - All Saxophones
• Ed Rogers - Trumpet, Flugel Horn
• David Gries - Bass Guitar
• Mary Andrews - Vocalist

"Steel Appeal" is a Tropical Steel Drum Band. I can perform as a Solo Steel Drummer, or with full band capable of performing music from Laid back Island favorites, Gentle Bossa Nova's, Smooth Jazz standards, Classic Rock & roll and everything in between. "Steel Appeal" can perform any style of music at any time, and all done with expertise. We are Full Time Musicians, and no request is ever turned down, if we don't know it, we will learn it. I have played Steel Drums and Drum Set all over the world, and have been living in Newport, Rhode Island since 1992. Please call for a list of jobs, and corporate clients. Thank you, George Zecher

• Jamaica Farewell - Harry Belefonte
• Island in the Sun - Harry Belefonte
• Lady in Red
• Girl from Ipanema - Jobim
• Under the Sea - The Little Mermaid
• Sloop John B - The Beach Boys
• No Woman No Cry - Bob Marley
• Volcano - Jimmy Buffett
• Fields of Gold - Sting
• Yellow Bird - Traditional
• Shake Senora - Harry Belefonte
• Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffett
• One Love - Bob Marley
• Brown Eyed Girl - Van Morrisson
• Rise - Herb Alpert
• Time to Say Goodbye - Boccelli/Brightman
• La Isla Bonita - Madonna
• Pirate at 40 - Jimmy Buffett
• Could you be Loved - Bob Marley
• Maskerade - George Benson
• Fool on the Hill - Brazil 66
• Breezin' - George Benson
• Waiting in Vain - Bob Marley
• Witchcraft - Frank Sinatra
• Mac The Knife - Bobby Darin
• God Bless the USA - Lee Greenwood
• Daniel - Elton John
• Kokomo - The Beach Boys
• Smooth - Santana
• Dock of the Bay - Ottis Redding
• After Midnight - Eric Clapton
• Always on my mind - Willie Nelson
• Can't help falling in love with you - Elvis Presley
• And I Love Her - The Beatles
• The Best of my Love - The Eagles
• Last Kiss - Pearl Jam
• I'm a Beleiver - The Monkees
• Late in the evening - Paul Simon
• Lay down Sally - Eric Clapton
• Fragile - Sting
• Dianna - Paul Anka
• Fire & Rain - James Taylor
• Pretty Woman - Roy Orbison
• My Girl - Temptations
• Have I told you lately - Van Morrisson
• Sweet Caroline - Neil Diamond
• Traces - Classics four
• Guitar man - Bread
• Wonderfull World - Louis Aemstrong
• Tears in Heaven - Eric Clapton
• Bridge over troubled water - Simon & Garfunckle
• Hello Goodbye - The Beatles
• Levon - Elton John
• Moondance - Van Morrisson
• Is this Love - Bob Marley
• Feels so good - Chuck Mangione
• Stir it up - Bob Marley
• California Dreamin' - Mamas & the Pappas
• Black Magic Woman - Santana
• Hotel California - Eagles
• Livin La Vida Loca - Ricky Martin
• Escape (the Pina colada song)
• Jump Jive & Wail - Brian Setzer
• Zoot Suit Riot - Brian Setzer
• Down on the Corner - Credence Clearwater Revival
• Abraham Martin & John
• Africa - Toto
• Amazed - Lonestar
• Brown Sugar - Rolling Stones
• Mustang Sally
• Good Lovin' - Young Rascals
• Let's Stay Together - Al Green
• Achey Breaky Heart - Line Dance
• Macerana - Line Dance
• Electric Slide - Line Dance
• Fins - Jimmy Buffett
• Come Monday - Jimmy Buffett
• Georgia - Ray Charles
• Hey Jude - The Beatles
• Honesty - Billy Joel
• If - Bread
• Imagine - John Lennon
• In Dreams - Roy Orbisson
• La Bamba
• Unchained Melody -
• Under the Boardwalk
• Cheeseburger in Paradise - Jimmy Buffett
• Do it Again - Steely Dan
• Dust in the wind - Kansas
• Copacabana - Barry Manilow
• Brandy
• Desperado - The Eagles
• In the Midnight Hour - Wilson Picket
• Let it Be - The Beatles
• My Funny Valentine
• Easy to Love
• All of Me
• Satin Doll
• St. Thomas
• Isn't it Romantic

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Jingles, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Studio Session, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• They are the best. The steel drum work is brilliant and flawless. The singing of great oldies related to sun, sand, and summer sound like the originals-like you're playing a great CD on big outdoor speakers. -- Bill E, Smithfield, RI, 7/23/2008
• George and Paul came to entertain. I had e-mailed George several times prior to the event, and he always responded quickly and with the information I needed. He was also able to play my song requests. The duo was on time, friendly, and fun. All guests commented on their talent, and extensive playlist. They were a huge hit and added a lot to the party and atmosphere. The party occurred during the hurricane - and that was not a problem for the band. I can not say enough positive things about them. -- Jayne K, Branford, CT, 9/6/2008
• George Zecher "Steel Appeal" was awesome, we had a low key outdoor clambake wedding and the band was perfect for the event. Everyone had a blast! Thanks for taking part in our wedding. -- Nicole H, Newport, RI, 7/5/2008
• The band is awesome, we had a low key back yard wedding and it was perfect, not to loud. Our guests loved them!! Very professional, eorge is very helpful, gets right back to you and affordable!!! -- Karen F, Mashpee, MA, 8/23/2008
• George & Pat where absolutley awsome, they fit in with my family and friends like they new them all, they pick up on so many little things and made everyone feel good there was not a soul who did not truly enjoy the day. I hope in my future I get to be in their presents again. Kathy New Bedford -- Kathy A, New Bedford, MA, 5/17/2008
• We had another wonderful day!!!! We did get a bit of rain...but the guys were great, after a quick wipe down they went right back to playing....again all our friends and family loved them it was the perfect mood for the party...Thanks to both guys and look forward to the next event!! thanks from the Bradbury family and friends!! -- Derek B, East Bridgewater, MA, 8/10/2008
• George Zecher was a pleasure to work with. Professional, curteous, and on time. We had several venue changes and he was so great about it, and the music was fantastic! He did a great job with requests and his attire fit our casual, "islands in the winter" theme. I would highly recommend him and would use him again for my next function. -- Pamela H, Duxbury, MA, 12/8/2007
• They were perfect for our outdoor event - extremely nice and accomodating. Teresa and Bob -- Bob W, Franklin, MA, 5/26/2008
• We had a Tiki party with about 85 guests, hoping to create a relaxing island atmosphere we hired George to play. We couldn't have made a better choice!!!! What a wonderful day we had...George made our party a big hit....they braved a really warm day and were the utmost professionals!!! I would like to thank them for making a day full of memories and would highly recommend them to anyone!! -- Derek B, East Bridgewater, MA, 8/4/2007
• We were looking for a steel drum band to play background music during our rehearsal dinner clambake. We chose George Zecher because he was from the area, he offered the lowest bid, and our caterer knew and recommended him and his partner. They were absolutely spectacular-- they were both very personable and their song selection was great. They offered exactly what we wished for-- a fun steel-drum sound that would enhance but not overtake our dinner. We will absolutely hire them again as soon as we find an excuse for another party!! -- Karen L, Newport, RI, 6/15/2007
• This was a compapany event, everyone had a good time and the music selection was great -- Winston G, Milford, MA, 5/24/2007
• George and company were Awsome! He responded to my initial request quickly, was very reasonably priced and arrived on time to the event. Beyond that, they were fantastic! The music was really, really great, they had a good sense of humor and didn't let the all day long rain get them down at all, which in turn helped all of us enjoy the party even more so than we would have! Thanks so much and I'm certain we'll be booking you again! Sarah San Clemente -- Sarah S, Pelham, MA, 5/19/2007
• George was most professional, easy going, easy to work with and was very accomodating. He made our Jack & Jill shower. Russ Medbery -- Russ M, Mansfield, CT, 11/11/2006
• In a word - FANTASTIC! I echo all the client testimonials that folks have written before.....George was fabulous! We had George play steel drums accompanied by Pat Cardeiro on guitar/vocals at a biennial event at our home. A GREAT time was had by all. If fact, at the end of the night we convinced George & Pat to stay for an additional set. Our guests just didn’t want them to stop. I will most definitely be asking George to play again and give an unqualified recommendation for him to everyone. Professionalism and high quality musicianship are an unbeatable combination. It doesn’t get any better than this. -- Steve & Tara S, Baltic, CT, 9/30/2006
• George was a very nice performer. He played for my wife's 40th birthday "luau". Our guests commented on how nice his music set the mood for the event...Two thumbs up -- Eric L, Salisbury, MA, 9/9/2006
• I dedicated dinner hour to my father, who could not be at our wedding. I previously sent George a list of songs to play for us, he did. It was a touching hour, he made it even more special. Thankyou George. Ken and Erica -- Erica H, Westbrook, CT, 7/2/2006
• Everyone can't stop raving about how GREAT the band was! George was perfect! He was a pleasure to work with, completely professional and catered to the crowd! We will absolutely use George again and would recommend him to anyone who is looking for a Steel Drum Band! Numerous comments from the evening included how much they sound like the original singers!!! -- Jodi J, North Easton, MA, 2/4/2006
• George was excellent! We had him play the steel pans for our engagement party last night. We are having a destination wedding on Saint John and we wanted to get everyone in the mood for the islands. He was perfect! We very highly reccommend him. He even wore a tropical shirt for us :) The live music really made all the difference at the party. Kimberly & Michael, Guilford, Connecticut -- Kimberly B, Madison, CT, 10/15/2005
• George was great, we didn't really have any special requests, but I gave him a 10 anyway because I know he would have accomodated us. We hired George to play the steel drums at our cocktail reception for our wedding. He was there, set up and playing even before the first guests arrived early. Never had any problems....very professional and never had to worry about anything. All of our guests thought it was a great touch to have the steel drums playing out at the beach. -- Mike A, Newport, RI, 6/18/2005
• We were looking for a single steel drummer for a luau, and George showed up right on time. Very professional, friendly and great wih the requests. I highly recommend him! -- Jennifer C, East Greenwich, RI, 8/20/2005
• They were great. I would hire them again in a second! -- Lauren L, Boston, MA, 6/25/2005
• Wonderful! -- Amy N, Ipswich, MA, 6/9/2007
• I had a very good experience with George he was professional from the start and through the finish. The band fit our event perfectly! -- Jillian S, Boston, MA, 7/26/2007
• Steel Appeal make a wonderful party even better. I would definitely recommend them. -- John T, Hyannis, MA, 6/21/2008
• Weather didn't cooperate but George di a fantastic job getting everyone n an island spirit and mood. Great Job would use him again and again. Dave Fleury -- Dave F, Portsmouth, RI, 9/12/2008
• they were a hit! all of our guests loved the band, thank you so much! -- Bryan B, Ridgefield, CT, 9/13/2008

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