Music

We select material based on popular demand, choosing those that really swing, groove, or rockat the top of their class. Just an important, we always arrange music specifically for our format.

We also know that for every occasion, there are a few special songs that you would like to hear. We want to make your event an "affair to remember", so let us know about your requests early, so that we can consider how best to present them.

The play list for every event, without exception, is carefully planned with your input, taking into acount special requests, the diversity of the guests, and songs on our list that you may wish to have excluded.

Instrumentation

The full dance band consists of guitar, keyboards, saxophone, trumpet, drums, bass, and two vocalists. With live music from Swing Essence, you can choose to have music in multiple segments and locations for your event, selecting the right ensemble or soloist for the setting.

An acoustic jazz trio, featuring guitar, upright bass, and saxophone adds excitement in the air for cocktails on the deck, or in the reception area outside the ballroom.

A piano or guitar soloist is available for your wedding ceremony, or for casual listening and conversation. And if available, we are happy to make use of a grand piano at your request.

Kevin Karrick - Band Leader, Guitar/Vocals

Kevin has performed in a variety of musical situations, including trio and quartet classic rock groups of the 70's, variety dance bands,and jazz ensembles since the 80's. He played trumpet, cello, piano, and guitar by age twelve, and continued a main focus on guitar and vocals through college, where he studied music theory and composition.

He has worked as a studio musician and recorded his own compositions which are available on CD. Kevin lives in Northern Colorado, teaches guitar, performs solo, and leads and arranges music for Swing Essence.
Kevin Karrick's Website

Andrew Vogt - Saxophones, Clarinet

Andrew earned a degree in Music Education from the University of Nebraska in the 1990's. He toured the midwest with various big bands, before embarking on cruise ship in the Caribbean for 3 years, playing lead sax for Carnival Cruise Lines.

Andrew is currently the band director for St. Joseph Catholic School in Ft. Collins, and St. John Catholic and Immanuel Lutheran Schools in Loveland. His musical knowledge and inspiration shine with Swing Essence, both as a player and arranger. Checkout Andrew's playing on his new CD, “Action Plan”.
Andrew Vogt's Website