Melodaires Band

We play a variety of musical styles ranging from Dixieland, big band swing, Latin, country, to light rock & roll. We can even play light classical music before, during, or after the wedding ceremony. The band can vary in size from two to ten pieces, depending on your budget. We also have a fantastic Sinatra style entertainer available who really connects with the audience; he does Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Louie Prima, etc. He wanders among the people with a cordless mic, gets others to sing with him, even dances with the ladies while singing. Our music is never too loud for the occasion, so that people can easily converse. We also perform humorous parodies which are popular in some venues. Songs from the 20's to the 70's are featured. These songs are considered as 'standards' written by this country's greatest composers such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Hoagy Charmichael, Duke Ellington, Rogers & Hammerstein. Henry Mancini, Irving Berlin, etc. Many people think of us as 'The little band with the big band sound'. We have booked performances around the country: Houston, Phoenix, Greenbay, Davenport, Madison, Milwauke and Chicago. We frequently play very entertaining concerts for park districts, senior centers, private parties and retirement communities. We are also heavily engaged in country club dances, weddings, anniversaries, dance clubs, birthday parties and corporate functions. We have produced six CDs todate, and can send you a demo CD.

• In The Mood - Glenn Miller
• Little Brown Jug - Glenn Miller
• Tuxedo Junction - Glenn Miller
• Pennsylvania 6-5000 - Glenn Miller
• Chattanooga Choo-Choo - Glenn Miller
• Moonlight Serenade - Glenn Miller
• Satin Doll - Duke Ellington
• Take The A Train - Duke Ellington
• Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Duke Ellington
• Sophisticated Lady - Duke Ellington
• Prelude To A Kiss - Duke Ellington
• Cherry Pink & Apple Blossom White - Prez Prado
• Drinking Champagne - George Strait
• For The Good Times - Kris Kristofferson
• Help Me Make It Thru The Night - Kris KristoffersonII
• I've Heard That Song Before - Harry James
• I'm Beginning To See The Light - Harry James
• You Made Me Love You - Harry James
• Careless - Eddy Howard
• It's No Sin - Eddy Howard
• Wave - Stan Getz
• Girl From Ipanema - Astrud Gilberto
• Hound Dog - Elvis Presley
• Blue Suede Shoes - Elvis Presley
• Rhapsody In Blue - George Gershwin
• Our Love Is Here To Stay - George Gershwin
• Lady Be Good - George Gershwin
• Foggy Day In London Town - George Gershwin
• Embraceable You - George Gershwin
• S'Wonderful - George Gershwin
• I've Got A Crush On You - George Gershwin
• Summertime - George Gershwin
• I've Got Rhythm - George Gershwin
• Night And Day - Cole Porter
• I Love Paris - Cole Porter
• I've Got You Under My Skin - Cole Porter
• Begin The Beguine - Cole Porter
• It's DeLovely - Cole Porter
• I Get A Kick Out Of You - Cole Porter
• What Is This Thing Called Love - Cole Porter
• You Do Something To Me - Cole Porter
• I Can't Get Started - Bunny Berrigan
• String Of Pearls - Glenn Miller
• Barbara Polka - Frankie Yankovic
• Beer Barrel Polka - Andrews Sisters
• Pennsylvania Polka - Andrews Sisters
• Just Because Polka - Frankie Yankovic
• Moon River - Andy Williams
• Charade - Henry Mancini
• Days Of Wine & Roses - Henry Mancini
• Jazz Me Blues - Dixieland
• Bill Bailey - Dixieland
• Closer Walk With Thee - Dixieland
• Tin Roof Blues - Dixieland
• That's A Plenty - Dixieland
• Straighten Up & Fly Right - Nat King Cole
• Route 66 - Nat King Cole
• I'm Thru With Love - Nat King Cole
• I'm In The Mood For Love - Nat King Cole
• Samba De Orfue - Our Orginal Arrangement
• Brazil - Xavier Cugat
• Sway - Xavier Cugat
• East Of The Sun Rhumba - Our Orginal Arrangement
• Nuages - Our Orginal Arrangement
• Night Train - Buddy Morrow
• Rock Around The Clock - Bill Haley
• Honky Tonk - Bill Boggett
• Wind Beneath My Wings - Bette Midler
• New York, New York - Frank Sinatra
• Chicago - Frank Sinatra
• My Kind Of Town - Frank Sinatra
• I've Got The World On A String - Frank Sinatra
• Old Time Rock & Roll - Bob Seger
• Margaritaville - Jimmy Buffet
• Wipe Out - Surfaris
• At Last - Etta James
• Bad, Bad LeRoy Brown - Jim Croce
• This Masquerade - George Bensen
• Watermelon Man - Herbie Hancock
• Since I Fell For You - Lenny Welch
• Something - Beattles
• Michelle - Beattles
• Yesterday - Beattles
• Stompin' At The Savoy - Benny Goodman
• Goodbye - Benny Goodman
• Goody-Goody - Benny Goodman
• Yakety Sax - Boots Randolph
• Waltz Across Texas - Ernest Tubs
• All My Exs Live In Texas - George Strait
• Mack The Knife - Bobby Darin
• Tenderly
• I Left My Heart In San Francico - Tony Bennet
• After The Loving - Engleburt
• Just A Gigolo - Louie Prima
• Cabaret - Liza Minelli
• Tennessee Waltz - Patty Page
• Third Man Theme - Anton Karas
• I'm Getting Sentimental Over You - Tommy Dorsey
• So Rare - Jimmy Dorsey
• I Just Don't Look Good Naked Anymore - Our Original
• Misty
• I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles
• Stardust - Hoagy Charmichael
• The Nearness Of You - Hoagy Charmichael
• Georgia - Hoagy Charmichael
• Skylark - Hoagy Charmichael
• On The Road Again - Willie Nelson
• Crazy - Patsy Cline
• Oh. Lonesome Me
• Paper Roses
• Please Release Me - Engleburt
• Your Cheatin' Heart - Hank Williams
• You Were Only Foolin'
• Achy -Breaky Heart
• Have I Told You Lately That I Love You
• Green Green Grass Of Home
• Jealous Heart
• San Antonio Rose - Bob Wills
• Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue
• You Do't Know Me
• Song Sung Blue - Neil Diamond
• Cold, Cold Heart - Hank Williams
• La Cumparsita - Tango
• Jalousie - Tango
• Blue Bossa - Bossa Nova
• Sabor A Mi - Rhumba
• Piel Camela - Rhumba
• Music To Watch Girls By - Cha-Cha
• Dansero - Beguine
• Anema E Core - Rhumba
• Blue Tango - Tango
• Yellow Rose Of Texas - Merengue
• Blue Bayou - Linda Ronstadt
• Quando, Quando, Quando - Samba
• Kiss Of Fire - Tango
• We've Only Just Begun - Carpenters
• Gentle Rain - Bossa Nova
• Meditation - Antonio Carlos Jobim
• More
• One Note Samba - Samba
• So Nice (Summer Samba) - Walter Wanderly
• St. Thomas - Merengue
• Somethin' Stupid Rhumba - Nancy Sinatra
• Teach Me Tonight Cha- Cha
• Por Favore - Cha-Cha
• Patricia - Cha-Cha
• Corcovado - Antonio Carlos Jobim
• O Barquinho - Bossa Nova
• Yellow Days - Rhumba
• Green Eyes - Rhumba
• Our Library Contains THOUSANDS more songs from the 20s to the 70s

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, 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, Temples, TV Soundtracks, Weddings

• This band was superb. The musicians are extremely talented and the song selection couldn't have been better. Our vocalist represented the song styles beautifully. My husband and I danced the night away--which we hadn't planned to do! We were the last couple dancing and closed the reception hall. We were extremely happy and highly recommend this band. -- Trixie L, Madison, WI, 7/18/2009
• We hired the Melodaires to play at my in-laws 50th Anniversary Party. They were fantastic! They played everything we had asked for and really got the crowd going. They were very accommodating to a few family members who wanted to sing. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for great entertainment for a party or wedding! -- Mary Beth Z, Fox River Grove, IL, 6/6/2009
• One of the most enjoyable evenings ever! Our sincere thanks to all the band members, to Mr. Bob Duda especially! Georgia had the time of her life, and we have the Melodaires to thank for that! Our best wishes and deepest thanks to each of you. Sincerely, Wayne and Jenna McClay -- Jenna J, Joliet, IL, 10/12/2008
• The Melodiares made our father's 80th birthday party a hit! It was perfect entertainment and genre music for the age group we had. Most of our guests were 50+, and the songs they played were popular in that era, but the younger ones loved it too! We appreciate their promptness, professionalism and talent! We loved the singer's voice and personality! Overall, a truly fantastic night! -- Sara R, Long Grove, IL, 8/2/2008
• The Melodaires were the best band we could have asked for at our wedding! We wanted a big band type jazz ensemble that could play a variety of genres. The Melodaires underbid other bands of that nature by a lot, but their performance could not be surpassed. They contacted us right away with a long list of music and even played a favored first dance song, "At Last" Etta James version, that wasn't on the list at the reception. On the day of the wedding we had to change locations due to weather, but Clare and the Melodaires didn't skip a beat. They showed up well dressed, on time, and in tune. I received several compliments from my friends and family. And the dance floor was rarely empty thanks to the great songs all the way till the end. Thanks Melodaires and to Gigmasters for helping us find them. It made the night even more special. -- Travis S, Aurora, IL, 6/23/2007
• My guests were extremely happy with my selection of the Melodaires and commented positively on their musical talent and selection. The band members were friendly and accomodating as well. I am EXTREMELY pleased with the Melodaires - I've even had friends ask where they play publicly so they can enjoy their music again! Thank you Gigmaster and Thank you Melodaires!!! Best wishes - Joan Lamb -- Joan L, Arlington Heights, IL, 6/16/2006
• We had nothing but compliments on the music! My Mother-In-Law raved about the band and she's tough to please!! We were so lucky that my daughter and son-in-law have such great taste in music to pursue booking your group. Mr. Clarence Alexander provided prompt responses to any questions and his suggestions provided an evening of fun for young and old alike. DJ's can't add the personal touch like a live band. Please pass along our thanks to Bob Duda and the rest of the band. You and your band members made the night special for our family and guest! Again, Thanks for making the reception exceptional Mike & Karen Callahan -- Krisitn C, Joliet, IL, 9/22/2007
• These men played exactly the right music for my venue. All the seniors in the room appreciated their selections and the fact it was music they could recognize. Clare Alexander was an utmost professional and made sure everything we need was attended to. Thier vocalist was wonderful and fun. I'd recommend them to anyone and if I need a band for another venue I'd rebook them. Thanks Guys! -- Janet H, Rosemont, IL, 7/13/2007
• The Melodaires were a wonderful band to work with. I was pleased with their professionalism, promptness, and quality. If you are looking for an affordable band that plays top-notch music and can get a crowd on their feet - then the Melodaires are a great choice. -- Kim R, Oak Brook, IL, 9/4/2008
• Excellent concert! Many positive comments received from attendees on the wonderful entertainment. I highly recommend the Melodaires Band. -- Maureen J, Grayslake, IL, 7/13/2008

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