George Portz & "The Friends of Bluegrass" George Portz & "The Friends of Bluegrass" are the most versatile performing Group in the area as they blend their fiery Bluegrass roots with some fine traditional Irish and Louisiana Cajun music. Their "Cajun Set" has won rave from crowds throughout The midwest. The group’s enthusiasm, top-notch musical ability, wit and humor are Always "Leave ‘em wanting more…and they always do!" ______________________________________ George Portz is the group’s leader and founder. He is an Illinois State Fair Fiddle Champion, Western Illinois State Fiddle Champion and his fiddling highlights include over 130 First Place Championships. He has performed for two Presidents; President Nixon in 1973 at the White House and with his group, "The Friends of Bluegrass" at the Illinois State Fair in 1986 for President Reagan. He has also performed at the Grand Ole Opry. George toured with the legendary "Goins Brothers" of Eastern Kentucky in the 1970’s. His dynamic fiddle style ranges from fiery Bluegrass to zesty Cajun. There’s not a fiddle player in the Midwest that can entertain and audience like George. David Dalton is the group’s lead singer. David is considered to be one of the finest Bluegrass singers around and can easily make a transition from Bluegrass to some fine Hank Williams old time country and has won numerous awards for both. Dave Montgomery is the lead guitar player for the group. He has won Illinois And Missouri State Fair Flat-Pick Guitar Championships and sings a dynamite bluegrass country song. His singing ranges from Lester Flatt to Johnny Cash. John King is the group’s banjo player. John won the Illinois State Fair 5-StringBanjo Contest five consecutive years. John is also versatile on the dobro and is considered one of the finest 5-string banjo players in the Midwest. Kathie Champlin is the bass player for the group. She has won awards for Best Rhythm Musician at the Midwest Regional Championships. Kathie also performs on the Irish Whistle, and Cajun Accordion when the group performs their Irish and Cajun music. She sings harmony vocals for the group. George Portz & "The Friends of Bluegrass" are the leading acoustic music group now performing in the St. Louis area and their shows are enjoyed by all ages. Current Recordings: "GRANDPA BIGGS' FIDDLE FAVORITES" , "JEST JAMMIN" , "PORTZ & PROSSER - TOGETHER AT LAST" and the CD entitled GEORGE PORTZ & HIS FRIENDS OF BLUEGRASS. Pick up the new CD or cassette at any shows or you can Print An Order Form Here for our new CD For booking information contact: George Portz 105 South High Street Shiloh, Illinois 62269 Phone: (618) 632-1384 |
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