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About the Midnights Motown, Soul and Dancefloor Classics The Midnights Motown, Funk, Pop, Rhythm and Blues Band is one Canada’s hottest most distinctive and exceptional show bands. Known for their high stepping energizing performances, the band delivers the music in the style of all the great Pop, Motown and R & B artists. The Midnights are a treat to watch and are perfect for any and all occasions ranging from corporate events to festivals to weddings and dances.
The Midnights band is a dynamic 12 piece choreographed band with an energizing rhythm section, sizzling horn section, and is fronted by 5 exquisite male and female vocalists. Covering decades of music from the '40s to the present, the high energy Midnights provide just the right combination of style and substance to bring your party to life. This is a wonderful experience you just won’t want to miss, The Midnights are dazzling! The band was founded by drummer Eric Emde. In 1992, he began to develop the concept of the Vic High R&B band for inclusion in the Victoria High School music cirriculum to replace the stage band which had been the educational standard for over 25 years. As music director for the school, Emde wanted to create a course that would fit with the school's mandate of programs designed for job readiness. In keeping with shifts in the music industry, Emde understood that this repertoire would be more in keeping with current values in the workplace. As the program developed and interest from students mushroomed, he decided to create a professional version of the group. Using the same repertoire, he sought out pro players that were agreeable to the idea of including present and former students. The idea was to provide mentoring and an opportunity to integrate young performers into a professional performing outfit. Interest in the group spread among the community and the group found itself in high demand at civic and sporting events, conferences and dances. “I never expected it to take off like it did. We play the kind of music we always wanted, and people just love it.” says Emde when asked about the success of the group. “I guess it's just an idea who's time has come.”
SPECIAL THANKS Dale Baglo for video and audio production, sound tech and inspiration
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