The extensive tune list of the Bill Shepherd Big Band includes music dating back to the 1930s and ‘40s, when Big Bands were at the height of popularity, to favorite rock-and-roll tunes, to today’s Latin and jazz tunes. Special tune requests (bride’s dance, college fight song, father’s favorite tune, etc.) can be made prior to an event.

     This group is a popular size for events where a full but smaller sound is desired. The Combo provides music for dancing, listening, or background.

     The Red Hots have been featured performers at the Cedar Basin Dixieland Festival, community celebrations around Iowa, private parties, corporate picnics, and numerous outdoor festivals. In recent years, the group has provided the Dixieland music for church services of almost every denomination. Bill works directly with the church’s minister and music director to coordinate choir/band selections and tunes which fit the theme of the service.