Big Joe & The Bavarians

Liven up Oktoberfest or bring a touch of German heritage to your next family gathering with Big Joe and the Bavarians. Members Joe Schulte, Mary Ann Schulte, and Randy Holmes are veteran musicians: Joe plays tuba, baritone horn, euphonium, and accordion, Mary Ann plays piano, keyboard, and accordion, and Randy plays trumpet, fluegelhorn, herald trumpet, and piccolo trumpet. Plus, they come clad in traditional German outfits, lederhosen and all.

Expect to hear favorites from the Sound of Music like Edelweiss and Do Re Mi, the St. Louis, Pennsylvania, and Lichtenstein Polkas, and plenty of waltzes, too. And parents and kids alike will love their bouncing rendition of the Ducky Dance. With Big Joe and the Bavarians at your next party, expect everyone in earshot to be charmed and delighted with their traditional folk sound.