Music Services for all occasions! 


I perform music for many different types of occasions, including:  Special Occasions, Company Parties, Weddings, Wedding Receptions, Restaurants, Lounges, Jazz Clubs, and much more! 

I have had the good fortune and pleasure of working with many artists and music affiliations, for a variety of occasions, throughout my career.  I am affiliated with many different products.  

I would be happy to provide you with the right fit for your event!  

Inquire about services and offerings via the  "Contact Page" .


**music PRODUCTS**

GINA GEDLER MUSIC COMBO: Is a 2 to 8 piece combo performing the smooth, light, and soulful standards ranging from the 40's thru current. A very surprising mix of tunes! Some of the artists, I cover, include: Billie Holiday, Etta James, Adele, Peggy Lee, Patsy Cline, The Andrew Sisters, The Pointer Sisters, Barbra Streisand, Judy Garland, Frank Sinatra, Cole Porter, The Eagles, The Carpenters, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Carol King, Gloria Gaynor, The Beatles, Norah Jones, and many more!  This is a great option for wedding receptions, parties/gatherings/events for companies, personal needs, or lounges and restaurants.

I like to keep things interesting with my eclectic choice of music!  I am professional, smooth, personable, and clean with my style. My format and delivery is adaptable based on your needs.  I am not your typical stationary singer. I love music and want to make sure that people have a great time!

 

GINA GEDLER AND THE SOYA VISTA JAZZ ORCHESTRA- plays swinging, lounge jazz music from the 50's thru the 70's.   This is an eight to ten piece ensemble that specializes in cool mainstream lounge jazz music from the 1950’s thru the 1970’s.   It is a mixture of big band sound and some reduced combo format music as well.  This band features music from: Frank Sinatra, The Andrew Sisters, Billie Holiday, Henry Mancini, Burt Bacharach, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Peggy Lee and Bessie Smith.  The music is lively and hip as well as smooth and sophisticated. This band is accommodating as both an: Entertainment band- good for wedding receptions, dancing, socializing and party music as well as a Concert band- good for those functions requiring a sit down and formal concert format.

 

GINA GEDLER AND THE BALLYHOO FOXTROT ORCHESTRA - is a vintage ensemble dedicated to recreating the jazz and popular music of the 1910s and 1920s.  The eight-piece ensemble employs an instrumentation that enables the group to perform a wide variety of musical genres from the period, including: Foxtrots, Dixieland Jazz, Blues, Novelty Songs, Waltzes, Tangos, Cabaret, Patriotic Songs, and light classical music. So whether the occasion calls for the Art Deco elegance of the Great Gatsby or the zany exuberance of a Prohibition-era speakeasy, the BALLYHOO FOXTROT ORCHESTRA can supply just the right music. 

**This group is also available in a smaller 5 piece combo known as "the Foxtrot Hotshots".

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**Music theme shows**

”ONE MONKEY DON’T STOP NO SHOW”- The Music of Bette Midler - This show covers some of Bette’s greatest hits along with a hoppin’ 7 piece band and 2 sassy back up girls! Some of the tunes we will cover are: “From A Distance”, “Miss Otis Regrets”, “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy”, “I Put A Spell On You”, “The Rose”, “Wind Beneath My Wings”…..and many more!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“THAT’LL BE THE DAY” - The Music of Linda Ronstadt - Along with a 5-piece band and some classic back up singers, this is sure to be a great show filled with so many hits by Linda. Her style was unique, and her talents covered many different genres.  We celebrate some of her finest hits, such as:  “That’ll Be The Day”, “Blue Bayou”, “Ooo Baby, Baby”, “When Will I be Loved”, “You’re No Good”, “Heatwave”, and many more!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“FEVER” - The music of Peggy Lee - This show celebrates the cool, sexy and talented Peggy Lee. Originally from North Dakota, she rose to stardom at an early age, traveling with the Benny Goodman band and quickly becoming famous. She was an icon by the age of 50. To this day, she still remains one of the most celebrated female writers and singers of her time. Some of the music featured in this show includes: “Blues in the night”, Alright, Okay, you win”, “Why don’t you do right?”, “Is that all there is” and of course, the ever popular hit, “Fever”!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“DON’T RAIN ON MY PARADE” - The music of Barbra Streisand - This is a show that captures some of the most iconic songs by Barbra Streisand!  Some of the music featured in this show includes: “The Way We Were”, “Evergreen”, “Second Hand Rose”, “People”, “Queen Bee”, “Don't Rain On My Parade”, “Happy Days”, “No More Tears/Enough is Enough”....and many more!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“THE FAB FOUR” - The music of Barbra, Bette, Linda, and Peggy - Along with a 9-piece band, 2 fabulous back gals, and a special guest, this is sure to be a fantastic show filled with so many hits by ALL FOUR ICONIC FEMALE ARTISTS in Gina’s arsenal.  We celebrate the music and different styles of Barbra Streisand, Bette Midler, Linda Ronstadt, and Peggy Lee!  This show masterfully weaves its way through some of their most memorable songs all in one show! 

 **This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“CURTAIN UP! LIGHT THE LIGHTS” - The Music of Broadway - Along with combo of musicians and some special guest vocalists, Gina sings songs from some of the most popular shows on Broadway.  Enjoy tunes from: "Sunset Blvd", "Chicago", "Funny Girl", "A Chorus Line", and "Sweet Charity", and “Gypsy”...Just to mention a few!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

“ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS” - Holiday Fun - Ho! Ho! Ho! This show features a 4-piece combo of musicians playing some holiday cheer featuring classic songs and some with a twist!  Songs such as: “Santa Claus is coming to town”, “The Christmas Song”, “What are you doing New Years Eve”, “Christmas Time Is Here”, “Baby, It’s Cold Outside”, “I’ve Got My Love To Keep Me Warm”, “Let It Snow”, “It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year”, and many more!

**This show can be provided in a 90-minute format or in a 2-hour format (Two sets with an intermission)**

JOEY LIBIDO AND SUGAR - Retro 70’s Lounge Act Show - Joey Libido and his lovely ex-wife, Sugar, were Las Vegas headliners in the 1970's.  Of course, the place they headlined wasn't exactly "The Flamingo", it was more like The Cuckoo's Nest!  Still, Joey, a "smooth as butter" crooner and ladies man will amaze you with his dancing and martial art skills!  His ex-wife, Sugar, is bound to have you in stitches with her unique singing abilities and endless energy! Joey and Sugar will charm your group with their Vegas-style schmooze and top hits from the past decades.  Enjoy everything from Elvis to Disco! The audience is sure to enjoy and take part in one of the most entertaining lounge acts outside Las Vegas! Come and feel the love in the room!

I would appreciate the opportunity, and would love to bring something new to your venue. 

To view any upcoming events, visit the "Home" or "Upcoming Events" page to see what is coming up!

 


Some of my references include:

Maxwell Schaeffer – IHeart Radio

Jackie Schmillen - Iowa Local 5 News - Des Moines, Iowa

Max Wellman- Owner/General Manager-Entertainment Coordinator for NOCE Jazz and Cabaret Club

Katy Merriman - Executive and Artistic Director at the Des Moines Playhouse

Jan Gemar- Executive Director of Iowa Land and Title Association

John Viars - Retired Executive Director at the Des Moines Playhouse

Jerry Stoner - Flying Hippo Brand and Digital

Fred Weitz - Independent Business Owner

Emily Anderson - Chuck’s Italian Restaurant

Jerry Talerico – Retired Owner of Sam And Gabe’s Italian Bistro

Sarah Krouch – Owner of Stams Chocolaterie

Kevin Berger - Chief Operating Executive-Johnny's Italian Steakhouse

Jim and Mary Ellen Kimball- Clarke County Arts Council

John Busbee - John Busbee Creative Services - The Culture Buzz

Kim Busby – Producer of Independent film with Aries Works

Caroline VerSchuer – Polk County Iowa Government Liaison

James Willer – Morgan Stanley Investments

Craig Hansen – CEO of Hansen Companies

Robert Ford – Producer Epic Stage Productions

Christopher Diebel – Owner of Bubba Restaurant

Becky Lane - Indianola Parks and Recreation Coordinator

Ron Lambert – Retired Chairman of Stagewest Theater

Jerry Jacobson – CEO of Entertainment to Go

Pat Henson – Des Moines Playhouse Board member and Blank Park Zoo Board Member

Orlando Vivone- Entertainment Organizer for the Italian Festival

John Benoit - Professor of music at Simpson and Professional musician/Director of the Ballyhoo and Soya Vista Orchestras

Ben Hagen - Professional Musician

Jamie Poulsen - Professional Musician - Professor at Simpson College

Jason Danielson – Professional Musician

John Morgan – John Morgan Big Band

Paul Bridson - Professional Musician

Kelly Sargent - Turner Jazz Center Coordinator

Tom Quiner - Breakthrough Marketing


Resume & Work To Date: 

 

Acting/Theater

 

Des Moines Playhouse:

Into the Woods 2015 (The Witch - female lead)                             

Les Miserables (Madam Thenardier - female supporting role)

Chicago (Velma Kelly - female lead)                                               

Gypsy (Mama Rose - female lead)

West Side Story (Anita - female lead)                                             

Into the Woods 1991 (Cinderella - female lead)

Little Shop of Horrors (Audrey - female lead)                              

Ragtime (Emma Goldman - female supporting role)

Steel Magnolias (Ouiser Boudreaux - female lead)                      

Quilters (Daughter - Ensemble piece)                                             

Pirates of Penzance (Daughter - ensemble)                                  

Evita (Marguerita, lead dancer - ensemble)

The Full Monty (Vicki Nichols - female lead)                               

Guys and Dolls (Sarah Brown - female lead)

Music Man (Ensemble - Lead dancer)

Annie (Lily St. Regis - female supporting role) 

A Gentleman’s Guide To Love And Murder (Miss Marietta Shingle - female supporting role)                                                                      

Miss Nelson is Missing (Miss Nelson/Miss Viola Swamp - female lead)   

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Ensemble - lead dancer)  

Love Letters (Melissa Gardner-Female lead)

Weekend Comedy (Peggy Jackson-Female lead)

DES MOINES PLAYHOUSE: (OTHER EVENTS/SHOWS)

Des Moines Playhouse 100th Celebration-Featured Performer

Des Moines Playhouse Countdown to 100 years Celebration-Fundraiser-Featured Performer                                                                                      

Des Moines Playhouse Great Night Fundraiser-Featured Performer                                                                                                                                 

Des Moines Playhouse 75th Celebration- Featured Performer                                                                                                                                

Des Moines Playhouse Okaboji Talent Show Fundraiser- Featured Performer

Des Moines Playhouse Hollywood Halloween - Featured Performer

                            

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StageWest:

Souvenir (Florence Foster Jenkins - female lead)                        

Johnny Guitar (Vienna - female lead)

Bat Boy (Meredith - female lead)                                                    

A New Brain (Mimi Schwinn - female lead)

Urinetown (Penelope Pennywise - female lead)                          

Tom Foolery (X3) (4 person music review)

And the World Goes Round ( Kander and Ebb 5 person music review)               

Romance-Romance (Josephine/Monica - female lead)

Dirty Blonde (Choreographer)  

STAGEWEST: (OTHER EVENTS/SHOWS)

Stagewest Phantom of the Opera fundraiser- Featured Performer

Stagewest Fools Ball fundraiser-Featured Performer

        

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Drama Workshop:

Jacques Brel (4 person music review)

Unsung Cole ( Cole Porter 4 person music review)

Blood Brothers (Mrs. Johnstone - female lead)

Expiring Minds Want to Know (5 woman ensemble piece)

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Urbandale Community Theater:

Gypsy (Mama Rose - female lead)

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Artistic Director)

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Little Red Barn Theater/Colorado Springs, CO:

Grease (Sandy Dumbrowski - female lead)

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Professional

 

Film:

Haunting Villisca (supporting role)

Vamoose (lead supporting role)

La Sirena (supporting role)

 

Entertainment to Go:

Joey and Sugar- It’s Vegas Baby (2 person musical/comedy act-female lead)                                                

Honky Tonk Laundry (Lana Mae Hopkins, female lead)

Good time Country Gals (2 female country musical/comedy act)                                                             

A Grand Night For Singing ( Rodgers and Hammerstein 5 person musical review)            

My Ioway (5 person Iowa Parody musical review)

Take a Bow (3 person Broadway music review-female lead)

 

Right Brain Productions/Epic Stage Productions:

Caucus- the Musical (Mavis-female supporting lead)                   

My Ioway ( Iowa Parody 5 person musical review)

Six on Six (Loretta LaVelle-female lead)                                     

Utop-IA ( Iowa Parody 5 person musical review)

The Big Z (5 person ensemble musical corporation film)

 

nocE jazz and cabaret club:

Souvenir 2017   (Florence Foster Jenkins- female lead)

Souvenir 2019 (Florence Foster Jenkins- female lead)

BREAKTHROUGH MARKETING:

3 Divas and A Guy- Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer

A Wonderful Life - Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer and Emcee

Joy to the World - Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer and Emcee   

Silent Night - Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer and Emcee

The Wonders of His Love - Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer and Emcee                                                                                                                            

Pope of the People Musical-Breakthrough Marketing Director and Choreographer                                                                                                      

The Wedding at Cana Musical-Breakthrough Marketing-Director and Choreographer   

Fire and Mercy Musical-Breakthrough Marketing-Director and Choreographer  

Clash of Creeds-Breakthrough Marketing-Director 

The Royal Child-Holiday Music Gala - Featured Performer

The Holy Family Christmas Gala - Featured Performer    

 

Independent contracting:

Gina Gedler Music Productions -Independent Contractor

Ballyhoo Foxtrot Orchestra-Lead solo Vocalist

Foxtrot Hotshots-Lead solo Vocalist

Soya Vista Orchestra-Lead solo Vocalist

Party Gras Band - Guest Lead Vocalist

John Morgan Big Band - Guest Lead Vocalist

Bob Weast Big Band - Guest Lead Vocalist

Dan Stevenson Big Band - Guest Lead Vocalist

Italian Festival- Featured Solo Vocalist performer with the Big Band

Music under the stars/Big Band-Featured Solo Vocalist                                                                                                                                            

Jazz in July-Various bands-Lead Vocalist                                                                                                                                                                 

Des Moines Civic Center Holiday Celebration- Featured Performer                                                                                                                                  

To Whom It May Concern-Musical ensemble performer                                                                                                                                             

Des Moines Social Club-Subjective Circus/Featured Performer   

Tallgrass Theater Fundraiser Event - Emcee and Performer                                                                                                                              

Bye, Bye Birdie-Choreographer, Lincoln HS Production                                                                                                                                            

Lincoln HS Show Choir-Choreographer

One Iowa Benefit - Featured Performer  

                                                                                                      

Other Film/Voiceover Work:

Iowa Lottery Television Commercial “Go Bananas”

Iowa Lottery “Go Bananas” soundtrack

Iowa Travel Bureau “Welcome to Iowa” Radio Spot

Flynn Wright Group-Audio Parody song performer

Modern Heating and Cooling TV Commercial Lead Actor and Vocal Soundtrack

Flying Hippo-Slippery Thanksgiving Turkey Commercial Spot - Actor

Flying Hippo -International Wine Week - Commercial Spot - Actor

“Caucus, The Musical” soundtrack

“Six on Six” soundtrack

"The Big Z" - Principal Financial Group

Christ the King church fundraiser CD, Featured Soloist

Des Moines Parishes Christmas CD, Featured Soloist

Mercy Surgical Affiliates, PC Commercial, Featured Actor

 

awards/recognition

2021 Dionysos Award winner for Best Actress in a Leading Role - Peggy Jackson in “Weekend Comedy”

2018 Dionysos Award winner for Best Actress in a Children’s/Family Show - Miss Nelson/Viola Swamp “Miss Nelson is Missing”

2018 Cloris Award Winner for Best Actress in a Leading Role-Play - Florence Foster Jenkins “Souvenir”

2017 Playhouse Performer Legend Inductee

2017 Dionysos Award winner for Best Actress in a Play - Ouiser Boudreaux “Steel Magnolia’s”

2016 Dionysos Award Nominee for Best Actress in a Musical - The Witch “Into the Woods”