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Bio

The Tim Aucoin Group is on a mission to bring an “uptown jazz ensemble” to the Atlanta event scene. This ensemble is determined to provide a pallet of sophistication for any event of distinction. The delightful swing, latin, light rock, and beautiful ballads that flow from this ensemble are sure to create the perfect atmosphere for your occasion. We are happy to coordinate with you in order to make the course of your event ideal.

Whether you are looking for the toe-tapping sounds of 1920s New Orleans and Chicago , the elegant swing of 1940s New York , or a relaxing, contemporary sound, this ensemble will make it come to life.

We are not a rock group or a party band who play “uptown jazz” as a sideline. The members of this ensemble are professionals who have dedicated their lives to high quality music making. We understand the importance of professionalism and how we can enhance your event – not overpower it. We want to be the ensemble that you call on again and again.

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The Tim Aucoin Group is comprised of four of the finest musicians in the Southeastern United States. They are experienced in many styles of music, but have a special affinty for making quality jazz music.

Tim Aucoin (bass and vocals) has been a band leader as well as a member of the best Atlanta and New Orleans Orchestras for over twenty-five years. He has performed internationally with acts such as jazz vocalist - Nnenna Freelon, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, the Mamas and the Papas, Allen Toussaint, Pete Fountain, and Luther Kent and Trickbag. He has recently released his first solo CD, "Swing First, Think Later.” In addition, Tim is also a music educator of distinction having garnered many honors including; being named a Teacher of the Year, service as President of the Georgia Association of Jazz Educators, department chair of a “National Grammy Signature School,” and performances at the International Association of Jazz Educators Conference, the Georgia Music Educators Association In-Service Conference, the Midwest International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, and the Mozart: 2006 Festival in Austria. Tim is a graduate of Loyola University in New Orleans (BME and MM) and Georgia State University in Atlanta (Ed.S.)

Andy David (piano and trumpet) currently serves as the Director of Bands at North Georgia College and State University. While a member of the United States Army Band, he performed throughout the United States and in 26 foreign countries as principal trumpet in the Concert Band and as jazz soloist with the Army's Jazz Guardians and Soldiers of Swing. Andy has received many honors in the field of music education, including the 2003 Middle School Teacher of the Year Award in Forsyth County, GA. He has served as the Director of Jazz Studies and Music Department Chair of the Georgia Governors Honors Program, a summer program for gifted high school students, from 1999-2003. An active performer, Andy has recently been selected for the Regional Artist/Clinician Roster by the Yamaha Corporation of America. He holds degrees from Florida State University (MM) and Columbus State University (BME.)

John David (drums) is a professional drummer who has recently completed the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in jazz studies at the University of Miami in Coral Gables, Florida. He has performed and recorded with the internationally renowned Concert Jazz Band and UM Jazz Sextet. In addition, he has performed frequently with renowned trumpeter, Arturo Sandoval. John also holds degrees from Columbus State University (BME) and the University of Georgia (MM.)

Robert Orr (guitar) has played professionally for over 35 years. His experience includes every kind of music from the most subtle solo guitar setting to international tours with the "Funkmasters" of James Brown fame. He is a composer of music in various genres including; classical, jazz, pop, country, new age, avant garde, and film scores. Robert has also served as a professor and guitar instructor at the University of Northern Michigan and Auburn University in Alabama. He holds degrees from Auburn University and the University of Alabama.

Contact Information

Telephone

770.441.9806

FAX

770.441.3159

Postal address

6025 Unity Drive Suite E

Electronic mail

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