Dominant 7

Dominant 7 demonstrates that band instruments are cool by performing up to three 45-minute sets of music from symphonic excerpts to jazz to hip-hop. The group’s format of eight trumpets, electric bass and drums make for an ever-changing concert to delight audiences of all ages. Led by professional trumpet artist, lecturer and entertainer Dr. Grant Manhart, the group is composed of undergraduate students from Northern State University. In addition to the success the ensemble has experienced on the national stage, the musicians center most of their performances in South Dakota during the school year, seeking to encourage participation in school music programs and enhance the enthusiasm of young musicians. Dominant 7 has played for over thirty South Dakota elementary and secondary school groups, including the South Dakota School for the Visually Handicapped, often using music written for the band by Dr. Manhart. The group has performed at JazzFest in Sioux Falls, as well as at the South Dakota State Fair.
Technical requirements: Performance area approximately 10 feet deep by 16 feet wide with 110 volt electrical outlet to power the group’s amplifiers. For house systems in a concert setting, six microphones, two dedicated for vocals; two monitor wedges, and one or two vocal monitors.
Fee structure: Performance $1,000 to $1,500; Master class or workshop $300 to $600. SDAC support up to 50%.

Contact: Dr. Grant Manhart
12786 397th Ave., Bath, SD 57427
(605) 626-2982 or (605) 290-3740
e-mail: manhartg@northern.edu
website: www.northern.edu/Academics/Departments/Fine_Arts/Music/PerformingEnsembles/TheDominant7/Pages/default.aspx

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