REFERENCES FOR BILL SARGENT BANDS

Here's what folks have been saying about us!

You'll find references from clients and fans,
both private and corporate.

The following is a Sample of Comments* from our Clients and Audience.

*All documents are on file in our office for public viewing.

"Your band was absolutely fabulous on Saturday night!  Dan and I were so pleased with your friendly, professional demeanor.  Your players exuded everything we could have asked for and we truly thank you for putting such a fantastic group of people together.

Your music honestly made the night so grand for us and our guests.  Even our 15 year old son put the entire CD on his Ipod on Sunday!  You just can't beat that!!  I'm also getting calls from our guests about how awesome your group played and how it pulled the whole night together.

Bill, it was a true pleasure to meet you and have you be the outstanding part of our anniversary party.  I hope we'll be able to meet up with you again some day.  Thank you so much!"

--- J. Staehle - Brownsville, WI

"Thank you so much for making our 2007 Junior Senior Banquet at the Milwaukee County Historical Society a resounding success. Your artfully-crafted music set the tone and rhythm for the entire night's allure. The band put on an energetic show that heightened everyone's sense of enjoyment. We especially appreciated the Christian tone you crafted into the swing music. You reacted well with the high school audience and found ways to connect with them on a common level. Your professionalism was shown through your skill and your passion for musical excellence impressed us all.

Once again, thank you for your part in making this event a huge success."

--- Z. Eastburn, Junior Class President and M. MacKay, Assistant Superintendent - Heritage Christian Schools - Milwaukee, WI

"I would like to extend my sincerest appreciation for the excellent performance of your . . . ensemble at my wedding reception at North Hills Country Club . . . Your band's professionalism was exceeded only by your admirable talent and personal warmth. So many of our guests expressed their praise for your contribution to our special day that it is certainly amazing how you can touch persons of such varied backgrounds and tastes. I have received so many compliments on your music that I felt that I should pass some of this praise on to you. My only regret is that I must summarize these compliments , rather than enumerate them. I have you and your band reserved for my 25th anniversary."

--- B. Pionke - Wauwatosa, WI

"Wow! That was the first standing ovation the students have given an assembly all year!"

--- Amy - Sound Tech - University School - Mequon, WI

"Thanks for playing at the Roast. Everyone had a great time and the music was perfect. I wouldn't hesitate recommending you to my friends."

--- T. Hohl - Wauwatosa, WI

"I want to thank you and the entire band for your participation in the 1992 Republican Governors Conference . . . By any measure, the Conference was a tremendous success -- the best the Republican governors have ever had."

--- Governor Tommy G. Thompson - State of Wisconsin

"Wow!! What a Band!!! I'm in Shock by how many people danced ALL NIGHT LONG. We NEVER had that happen. Thank you for making our dance a success."

--- S. Uy - American Lung Association - Brookfield, WI

". . . you have an excellent reputation among your peers and what more of an endorsement can one ask for?"

--- L. Franklin - Joy Publications - Madison, WI

"It was very nice speaking with you regarding an engagement at The Pfister Hotel . . . for the Preferred Hotels and Resorts Worldwide Black Tie Dinner. You may be interested to know that the Preferred Hotels will be celebrating its twenty-fifth anniversary, and The Pfister Hotel, as you probably know, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. I am pleased that you were able to provide the services of your excellent orchestra for this evening . . ."

--- R. Steinfest - Vice President and General Manager of The Pfister Hotel - Milwaukee, WI

"The band . . . was outstanding."

--- J. Grassel - Milwaukee, WI

"Your band was wonderful on May 4th. Thanks for all the effort. Our guests were extremely complimentary, and we were very pleased. There were many times I wanted to sit down and just listen . . . avoiding my guests. Please pass on my thanks to your great band. I look forward to working with you again. Kind Regards,"

--- T. Lacy - Milwaukee, WI

"I really enjoyed playing in your band . . . it's the hottest band around."

--- K. Accardi - Boston. MA (formerly Milwaukee, WI)

"You & your band did a fantastic job . . . we had many compliments. If you ever need a positive letter of reference, just let us know!!"

--- J. Kronforst - Lake In The Hills, IL

"I would like to take a moment to extend my thanks to you for your participation in Harborfest . . . Our lineup this year was easily our strongest ever. It is because of the talent and professionalism of artists such as yourself that we had the finest Friday and Sunday in our history . . . I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your performance at this year's festival!"

--- P. Fineran - HARBOR FEST - Racine, WI

"C. and I would like to thank you and your band for the excellent job you did for us at our wedding reception. Your song selection and performance was superb. I marveled at the professional show you and your band put on and I was proud to receive numerous compliments for hiring you. I would recommend your band to anyone who would ask. Once again thanks for the great music and the way you made our night extra special."

--- G. and C. LaFleur

"Thank you very much for the good music at my wedding reception. Every note of thanks mentions the band."

--- B. Gloe - Manitowoc, WI

"Thank you for all of your help in making our "Western Party" a success. The entertainment that you and your band provided was a perfect highlight to enhance the theme of our party, and was enjoyed by all. Please extend my gratitude to your band."

--- K. Gressle - Blue Mound Golf and Country Club - Wauwatosa, WI

". . . thank you for doing such a great job at my wedding. My guests were all complimentary about your orchestra."

--- D. Johnson - Milwaukee, WI

"Thank you for being a part of our graduation party! The music was fabulous & we had lots of fun with the band! You made our day that much more special!!"

--- C. & J. Collins

"I know they (the wedding guests) really enjoyed your Band. I heard a lot of nice compliments at our Sunday Brunch."

--- A. Tredwell

"I want to extend our appreciation for your group's performance . . . We sincerely hope you enjoyed your visit with us as much as we enjoyed your band's performance . . . You played an excellent variety of music that appealed to young and old alike! It was enjoyed by all . . . thank you for your fine performance and entertaining evening."

--- P. Kochie - Capitol Court Merchant's Association - Milwaukee, WI

"Thanks so much for doing a FANTABULOUS job at our wedding . . . We are STILL hearing compliments about it . . . We have you on tape - and will frequently review the lovely memories."

--- D. Roselle-Knoff - Webster, NY

"Our party at the Milwaukee Country Club last month was a great success, due in a large part to the music you and your group provided. We have received very enthusiastic thank you notes from our guests and each mentions the quality of the music and how it made the party distinctive. The vocalist . . . was spectacular; and you know, I had some reservations about having a singer at a private party. We look forward to having your band . . . at our daughter's reception at the Club in September, and know you will be a hit there also."

--- M. Miller - Milwaukee, WI

"I cannot begin to tell you how beautiful our wedding reception was due to the absolutely marvelous music played by your band . . . it was more than your music that made our wedding a success. Bill, you have a charisma and pizzazz that really gets people moving. It is catching and everyone had a ball."

--- J. Janz - Greenfield, WI

"Our thanks to you for your wonderful performance . . . Your contributions to KIDSFEST were greatly appreciated by the children and the parents in attendance, by Mr. Jack Safro, who sponsored KIDSFEST and by everyone at our firm. I am grateful for your cooperation and participation . . . I hope you enjoyed yourself as much as we did and that you will consider a repeat performance in . . ."

--- J. Catalano - Barkin, Herman, Solochek Paulsen, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI

"You are a great drummer. Thanks for your help with a wonderful musical."

--- Pastor J. Lawson - Brookfield Assembly of God - Brookfield, WI

"The greatest drummer I've ever worked with."

--- Dave Kennedy - Dave Kennedy Bands & Orchestra & Dave Kennedy Studios - Milwaukee, WI

"I want you to know how very pleased we, Bob Uecker and our client, Blue Cross and Blue Shield United of Wisconsin were with your dixieland combo at the recent media even held in The Grand Avenue. Not only did you respond willingly at very short notice, but you were there well in advance to set up the band and cooperated to the hilt to coordinate the band's playing with our script. The media event . . . was a success in all ways . . . And the band played a big part in making it so. In addition to your efficiency and cooperation, the band's music was terrific too! . . . I plan to be in touch as other assignments occur."

--- S. W. Kimball - Barkin, Herman, Solochek Paulsen, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI

"Thank you for stepping in the other Sunday night and playing with PraiseBand! and Heart of Worship. Even though it was short notice and short rehearsal, the band blended well and because of your sensitivity to what I needed, I was able to sort of "ignore" you and give some attention to helping other singers and musicians play better. That felt good not having to sweat the percussion. Thanks again for substituting. I really appreciated it."

--- B. Burkee

"Your band was great at Bastille Days!"

--- T. Nedwek - Milwaukee Bar Association - Milwaukee, WI

". . . thank you, on behalf of the entire SME organization, for the outstanding musical entertainment you provided us with . . . I was dazzled. The "Big Band Broadcast" was a smash hit, earning rave reviews from EVERYONE I talked to. I've been an amateur musician and jazz buff for about 30 years, and have enjoyed listening to the music of Benny Goodman and Buddy DeFranco for all of them. But I don't think I've ever heard two finer clarinet solos than we heard from you during the Bill Sargent Orchestra's "Big Band Broadcast." It was a musical treat we will all long remember."

--- F. Marston - Sales and Marketing Executives of Milwaukee, Inc. - Milwaukee, WI

"As chairman of the . . . Sales and Marketing Executives of Milwaukee Christmas program, I was given a real challenge. I was up against a history of successful and memorable events prior to my acceptance as this year's party chairman. According to the feedback I received following this year's party from fellow members, this was the best party ever. This achievement was due primarily to the great entertainment provided by your fantastic band and the great vocalist . . . Your professionalism and wide variety of music successfully appealed to the varied musical tastes of the audience. I would highly recommend your group to anyone seeking music and entertainment at its best."

--- D. Debonzo - Tel-Page Corporation of Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI

". . . thank-you for the wonderful job you did for our wedding . . . We heard "RAVE REVIEWS", please thank the band, and also your singer was lovely!! A beautiful memory not soon forgotten."

--- C. and C. Scholz - Cedarburg, WI

"Everything went just fine Saturday night. The band was well received, all were on time and the crowd stayed to the very end. Always a good sign. I enclose Somerset’s check . . . as an advance on . . . our Valentine’s Day party . . ."

--- J. Whaley - Racine, WI

"I must tell you how thankful I am for you and for your outstanding contribution to our recent 1998 Patriotic Celebration. I was so proud of you and your willingness to give your all to the Lord!

--- Pastor G. Lemke - Brookfeld Assemble of God, Brookfield, WI

"Enjoyed your music at St. Catherine's Festival on . . ."

--- J. Bednarek - Milwaukee, WI

". . . the Trad-Jazz Rousers were a favorite among the audience, and I appreciated your promptness in setting up and in beginning each performance. Your group was a great addition . . ."

--- M. McRae - Marine Bank Corporation - Milwaukee, WI

"You girls (The Rodo Sisters) were simply mah-velous at the Ala Carte. We were proud of you!"

--- M. Sijan - Milwaukee, WI

"This is to inform you how much the Worldwide Church of God enjoyed your band . . . The quality of music was outstanding. We felt we were back in the big band era as each piece sounded like the actual band who made it famous. We also appreciated your professionalism with working out a few minor problems. It was so successful for our young people we plan on using it again. We look forward to having your band again."

--- R. Vavra - Worldwide Church of God - Eagle, WI

"We have had many requests for you and your band to play for us again. Our people were really impressed with your quality, style and music selection."

--- R. Vavra - Worldwide Church of God - Eagle, WI

"I wanted to thank you again for providing the beautiful music for A___ and T___'s wedding. It was just perfect. Everyone has commented on how much they enjoyed it . . . you did a fabulous job.

Thanks again - I will definitely call you when the next child decided to get married."

--- S. McPherson - Milwaukee, WI

"Your wonderful band helped make our Christmas party a huge success. Everyone had a great time, and I received many compliments about your fine organization. Therefore I would like to have you play at our party next year. Please set aside . . ."

--- J. Steinhafel - Steinhafels Furniture - Milwaukee, WI

"On behalf of The Grand Avenue, I'd like to extend a special thank you . . . Your participation in 'Celebrate Milwaukee' helped to make it a truly grand event. It was a pleasure working with you and I hope we can work together again in the near future."

--- J. Joswick - The Grand Avenue - Milwaukee, WI

"I just wanted to drop you a short note to thank you for the terrific job you and your Swing Kings did at our annual summer festival. Even though the uncertain weather forecast discouraged many from attending the festival the afternoon your band played, The Swing Kings' professionalism and poise truly prevailed, and a great time was had by those who chose to brave the elements. Our intention for this years festival was to provide quality entertainment that the entire family would enjoy. Our goal was met by having you and the Swing Kings perform. Again, many thanks . . . (I) plan to contact you regarding next year's festival."

--- K. Hudak - Our Lady of Good Hope Parish - Milwaukee, WI

"I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your band for their outstanding performance at A Midsummer Night's Dream, benefiting St. Francis Children's Center. I have received wonderful feedback from our guests about how great and how much fun the band was. I am pleased to tell you that the event was a success and we raised . . . It was a pleasure to work with you and please accept my thanks for making the event so memorable."

--- K. Lengling - St. Francis Children's Center - Milwaukee, WI

"Thanks for the great performance at the shower last Thursday!"

--- J. Kopp - Milwaukee, WI

"People were raving about your performance all night and for days after . . . Thanks so much for making . . . a wonderful event. It was truly a pleasure working with you."

--- J. Kopp - Milwaukee, WI

"Thank you again for a very fine job. We heard so many positive remarks about the band. I feel your effort really helped make our event a big success. As a result of profits received from the evening, our organization has a substantial sum of money to contribute to local charities. I also understand the wedding on . . . was wonderful too."

--- M. Sargent - Menasha, WI

"On behalf of St. Mary's Hospital Guild, I wish to thank you and your entire ensemble for the marvelous entertainment and music you provided on . . . It is wonderful to know we have first class entertainment right here in Milwaukee. We are all looking forward to next year's Benefit and a most enjoyable evening of dancing to the Bill Sargent Band."

--- M. Hamm - St. Mary's Hospital Guild - Milwaukee, WI

"Thanks for a job well done last Saturday night at St. Mary's Benefit dinner dance. I and many others have heard wonderful comments and we are all pleased at how you were able to please all age groups. We certainly enjoyed working with you."

--- A. Slosky - St. Mary's Hospital Guild - Milwaukee, WI

"Your show and band were fabulous . . . Everyone loved the whole evening! It was a pleasure working with you and I look forward to future business interaction. We all thank you for a job well done."

--- A. Slosky - St. Mary's Guild Benefit - Milwaukee, WI

". . . thanks for everything you did to help make St. Mary's Guild Benefit a "Smashing" Success. People are still talking about your music and your show."

--- M. Brindley - St. Mary's Hospital Guild - Milwaukee, WI

"Have seen many floor shows all over the US and Europe but nothing as terrific as your show last Sunday. Everything was organized and carried out to perfection. Have heard so many terrific compliments regarding the performance that I just had to write to thank you and let you know that many many people thought it was the greatest."

--- A. Moholt - Milwaukee, WI