Biography
The Atlanta German Band: Your Premier Choice for German Oktoberfest Music
Leader, Laurence "Laurentz," celebrating his rich German heritage, proudly presents "The Atlanta German Band." Known for his tuba prowess and the many times he's carried American Jazz worldwide (yes, including Germany), he now shares the joy of exuberant German sounds in the Southeastern United States. The band boasts a repertoire that includes traditional German Oktoberfest music and popular American-style Oom-pah music.
Laurentz's love for music traces back to his "Pennsylvania Dutch" lineage, and he's on a mission to promote this vibrant genre wherever he and his talented band perform across the globe. The band members firmly believe that the inclusion of great beer and high-cholesterol foods is essential to the American diet, at least during October! Their instrumentation and style are deeply rooted in the German-American tradition.
The band's front line features the trumpet, clarinet, and tenor sax, with the rhythm section skillfully rounded out by the tuba, accordion, and drums. Laurentz's childhood was enriched by the melodies of "Whoopie John" Wilfahrt and the tunes of the "Six Fat Dutchmen," which left a lasting impression. They also hold a deep affection for Frankie Yankovic, with his hits prominently featured in their repertoire, alongside Slovenian and Polish selections.
The Atlanta German Band offers various ensemble configurations, from a trio featuring trumpet, accordion, and tuba, to the full six-piece band with the addition of trombone, drums, and clarinet. With their delightful waltzes, Schottisches, Polkas, and more, they guarantee tons of fun and excitement for all! Yah!
For a memorable German Oktoberfest experience, reach out to The Atlanta German Band at (678) 467-8263 and get a quote that will make your event truly special!
Song List
Polkas Aber Heut’ Sind Wir Fidel Bankle Tanz Beer Barrel Polka Clarinet Polka Das Ganze Haus Ist Schief Deutschmeister Regiments Marsch Friendly Tavern Polka Good Fellows Polka The Happy Wanderer In Heaven There Is No Beer Helena Polka Heidewitzka, Herr Kapitän! Ich Bin Ein Bergvagabund It’s a Small World Lichtensteiner Nun Ade, Du Mein Lieb’ Heimatland Paloma Blanka Pennsylvania Polka Schützenliesel Too Fat And of Course….. Lilli Marlene The Chicken Dance!! Waltzes Ach Du Lieber Augustin Auf Der Reeperbuhn Dorfmuzik Du, Du Liegst Mir Im Herzen Du Kannst Nicht Treu Sein Edelweiss Freut Euch Des Lebens Gib Acht Den Jahrgang Heartbeats In 3/4 Time Heute Blau Innsbruck Jodler In München Stadt Ein Hoffbrau Haus Kleine Winzerin Vom Rhein Kufsteiner Lied Kornblumen Blau O Mosella! Schön Ist Die Liebe Im Hafen The Skater’s Waltz Snow Waltz Trink, Trink, Brüderlein Trink Tulips of Amsterdam Waldeslust Wer Soll Das Bezahlen? Wo Die Nordsee Wellen Wunderbar
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Reviews
“Just like Munich!”
– Jorn Foth, former pastor, German Church in Atlanta
"We are deeply concerned with the way your music promotes the consumption of alcoholic beverages and high cholesterol foods."
-M.D. Kiljoy, M.D. -Concerned Academy of Concerned Physicians
"Thank you for your promotion of alcoholic beverages and high cholesterol foods."
-Heidi von Stein President, Beer Wranglers Association