MONROE - Three guys playing thirty instruments ... how do they do that? See for yourself when New Odyssey steps onto the Monroe Arts Center stage at 7:30 p.m. Saturday.
Classic rock, country, novelty and specialty arrangements, along with remarkable vocals, audience participation and comedy are all the calling card of this must-see group, making them one of the most unique acts on the touring circuit.
Gary Todd, Michael Jay, and Gary Polkow - the men of New Odyssey - are a power-packed team of outstanding musical talent and showmanship that make for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. The trio knows its way around all things musical: woodwinds, strings, keys, percussion and brass (sometimes two instruments on each mouth) are just some of the thirty instruments they wield. Their comedic stunts take their performances far beyond the basics of a traditional concert, and the music-oriented skits add a dose of zaniness.
New Odyssey started the band more than 30 years ago in the "Show band era" and worked the circuit in Chicago and other cities in the Midwest. One secret to their longevity and success is their ability to adapt to any and every audience. Using the latest technology and equipment, they constantly update their material to create timeless musical compositions, resulting in a huge playlist.
Drummer and comic Gary Todd has been involved in show business since age 2 when he started performing as an acrobat with his family act "The Tumbling Todds." As well as singing and performing on more than 15 musical instruments, Gary is hilarious, outlandish and unpredictable.
Michael Jay began singing and playing guitar at age 12. By the time he was 21 he was playing bass, composing music for his own bands and performing alongside national recording artists. He has done television and radio, was a musical director, has sung the national anthem for the Chicago Cubs and is involved in music ministry at his church.
Beginning his piano training at age 7, Gary Polkow was already rewriting and performing traditional classical children's pieces by 8 years of age. His list of credits includes film, synthesizer sound design and music and choir director, as well as being the musical director of New Odyssey.
From the Bee Gees to Beethoven, Pharrell Williams to Frankie Valli, or the Blues Brothers to the Beatles, audience members will be fascinated by the talent of this must-see group.
Reserved seat tickets to see New Odyssey in concert are $25, $20 and $10 for students 18 and younger. Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office located at 1315 11th St., by calling the Monroe Arts Center at 608-325-5700 or 888-596-1249, or online at www.monroeartscenter.com.
This performance has been underwritten by Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands Inc., Media Underwriters Monroe Publishing LLC, and Big Radio. Additional underwriting provided by Carter and Eckdhal Family Dentistry; Lee and Chris Knuteson; Henry and Adair Najat; Super 8 Monroe; Chuck and Chris Wellington; Wisconsin Bank and Trust; Freitag Financial Services-Kay Freitag; Tom and Jodi Ganshert; Bill Ross and Marilyn Sandin-Ross; Deb Thompson; and Tom and Karen Vale.
Classic rock, country, novelty and specialty arrangements, along with remarkable vocals, audience participation and comedy are all the calling card of this must-see group, making them one of the most unique acts on the touring circuit.
Gary Todd, Michael Jay, and Gary Polkow - the men of New Odyssey - are a power-packed team of outstanding musical talent and showmanship that make for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. The trio knows its way around all things musical: woodwinds, strings, keys, percussion and brass (sometimes two instruments on each mouth) are just some of the thirty instruments they wield. Their comedic stunts take their performances far beyond the basics of a traditional concert, and the music-oriented skits add a dose of zaniness.
New Odyssey started the band more than 30 years ago in the "Show band era" and worked the circuit in Chicago and other cities in the Midwest. One secret to their longevity and success is their ability to adapt to any and every audience. Using the latest technology and equipment, they constantly update their material to create timeless musical compositions, resulting in a huge playlist.
Drummer and comic Gary Todd has been involved in show business since age 2 when he started performing as an acrobat with his family act "The Tumbling Todds." As well as singing and performing on more than 15 musical instruments, Gary is hilarious, outlandish and unpredictable.
Michael Jay began singing and playing guitar at age 12. By the time he was 21 he was playing bass, composing music for his own bands and performing alongside national recording artists. He has done television and radio, was a musical director, has sung the national anthem for the Chicago Cubs and is involved in music ministry at his church.
Beginning his piano training at age 7, Gary Polkow was already rewriting and performing traditional classical children's pieces by 8 years of age. His list of credits includes film, synthesizer sound design and music and choir director, as well as being the musical director of New Odyssey.
From the Bee Gees to Beethoven, Pharrell Williams to Frankie Valli, or the Blues Brothers to the Beatles, audience members will be fascinated by the talent of this must-see group.
Reserved seat tickets to see New Odyssey in concert are $25, $20 and $10 for students 18 and younger. Tickets may be purchased in person at the box office located at 1315 11th St., by calling the Monroe Arts Center at 608-325-5700 or 888-596-1249, or online at www.monroeartscenter.com.
This performance has been underwritten by Corporate Underwriter Colony Brands Inc., Media Underwriters Monroe Publishing LLC, and Big Radio. Additional underwriting provided by Carter and Eckdhal Family Dentistry; Lee and Chris Knuteson; Henry and Adair Najat; Super 8 Monroe; Chuck and Chris Wellington; Wisconsin Bank and Trust; Freitag Financial Services-Kay Freitag; Tom and Jodi Ganshert; Bill Ross and Marilyn Sandin-Ross; Deb Thompson; and Tom and Karen Vale.