Laissez les bon temps rouler!
(Let the good times roll!)
Hometown(s)
Savannah, GA and
Kalamazoo, MI
Genres
New Orleans Jazz, Blues, Brass Band, Dixieland, Zydeco, Funk
Sound Bite
New Orleans-inspired soul, brass, & grooves from jazz to funk. High-energy, authentic, unforgettable vibes!
Elevator Pitch
Kanola Band is on a mission to spread joy through the music of New Orleans! With a vibrant mix of genres—from brass band and funk to jazz and soul—they celebrate the city’s cultural legacy and create unforgettable live experiences that bring people together across generations and backgrounds.
Short Bio
Kanola Band is a joyful, high-energy 7-piece ensemble that brings the spirit of New Orleans to life. With bold brass, soulful vocals, and grooves that make it impossible to sit still, they cover everything from traditional jazz and second-line to funk, soul, gospel, and R&B. More than just a band, Kanola shares the stories and culture behind the music, honoring the Crescent City’s rich legacy while creating meaningful moments of joy, connection, and celebration. Every show is a taste of New Orleans—full of heart, soul, and good vibes. [long bio]
Click below to view the Kanola Tour Assets PDF for full information, or click a button below for a specific need.
Selected Kanola Tour Dates 2025
What Presenters Are Saying
“Our audience just had a blast! Everyone wanted you to keep playing, and that's ALWAYS what we want!”
— Performance & Engagement Manager
Saugatuck Center for the Arts
“The Arts and Lectures Committee at Ferris State brought the Kanola Band to campus for a public performance and it was wonderful! Great band, playing fun and lively music! The night was entertaining, and they did great job engaging the crowd. Talented musicians, great chops, and beautiful vocals. The audience, ranging from college students, to senior citizens, all enjoyed the performance and left impressed!
— Live Performance Coordinator
Ferris State University
“We have received so much positive feedback from both performances. It was fantastic to see the audience at both concerts – especially when the weather conditions aren’t ideal. Your group was great and kept the audience engaged the whole time!”
— Project & Purchasing Manager
St. Clair County Community College
Past Tour Highlights
INDIANA
Elkhart Jazz Festival - Elkhart
Purdue University - Ft. Wayne
GEORGIA
Mardi Gras Celebration - Perry
Every Woman’s Marathon - Savannah
Conference - The Westin Resort at Savannah
Conference - The Cloisters at Sea Island
MICHIGAN
Albion College - Albion
Blue Llama Jazz Club - Ann Arbor
Conference - Auburn Hills
Ferris State University - Big Rapids
The Goose Festival, City Music Hall Series - Fennville
Mott Community College - Flint
City Summer Concert Series - Fremont
Casino Club of Grand Rapids - Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Art Museum on the Green - Grand Rapids
Bell’s Brewery - Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo Italian Feast Festival - Kalamazoo
The Robin Theatre - Lansing
Soaring Eagle Casino - Mt. Pleasant
Noon & Night Concert Series - Port Huron
Saginaw Valley Community College - Saginaw
Saugatuck Center for the Arts - Saugatuck
Foundry Hall Riverfront Concerts - South Haven
Carnegie Center for the Arts - Three Rivers
The Alluvion - Traverse City
West Michigan Jazz Society Presents - Walker
SOUTH CAROLINA
Private Party - Bluffton
Tail Waggin' Ball Humane Society Fundraiser- Camden
Private Party - Daufuskie Island
Private Party - Pawleys Island
Mardi Gras Parade & After Party - Port Royal
Bring the joy to your people!
In addition to festivals, concert series, and club dates, Kanola Band also performs for private events and offers educational clinics/residencies. We have two home bases, one in the Southeast out of Savannah, GA, and another in the Midwest out of Grand Rapids, MI, but
we travel nationwide.
Manager + Bandleader
Benje Daneman
Email
info@kanolaband.com
Phone
(616) 706-3946