Bill Porter Orchestra Big Band from Skokie, IL
Will travel up to 1000 miles
- Member Since 2004
- Starting at $700 per event
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Wedding bands in Chicago are some of the best in the world. The Bill Porter Orchestra is one of the best bands in the world, period. This veteran ensemble is available in all sizes, from trio to full 20 piece orchestra. After attending high school in Chicago, where he excelled in both music and sports, Bill joined the Air Force Band. Followed by tours with Stan Kenton, Harry James, Buddy Rich and Woody Herman, he soon became the number one trombonist in America. Returning home to raise a family, Bill joined the staff of WGN TV. As an educator, he taught in area colleges, was featured at jazz festivals, played on hundreds of albums and commercials, and toured as jazz clinician. Bill organized his own orchestra and soon became one of Chicago’s top bandleaders including his stint at the Moulin Rouge Supper Club in the Fairmont Hotel. In 1990, he joined Frank Sinatra’s orchestra and toured with “Ole Blue Eyes” until his retirement. It was Sinatra who encouraged Bill to sing and expand his talents. It was great advice.
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