Live Music for Any Occasion
Every Friday at The Brunch Pub
From 6 to 8 pm
Backstage with Bob D'Epiro
Check out the February 2024 article in STROLL Magazine on Bob D’Epiro as a musician, educator and entertainer.
Watch the video to enjoy a 60 second sample of Bobby D Music
Duet at The Brunch Pub
Bob D’Epiro
Bob D’Epiro – “Bobby D” – has been an entertainer, educator, and musician in the Dayton area for 50+ years. He served as a long-time music supervisor and band director for the Fairborn City Schools and as an adjunct music professor at the University of Dayton and Sinclair College. A master entertainer, Bobby D. leads his combo of professional musicians and vocalists, sings vocals, plays guitar, and really knows how to get the crowd engaged!
Musicians in the Quartet
Jim Brooks
Jim has been playing drums since he was eight years old and received his music degree from Wright State University. He has performed professionally with Moody Blues, Doc Severinsen, Art Garfunkle, Roger Williams, and many other renowned musicians. Jim performs regularly with the Dayton Jazz Orchestra.
Garry Finton
Garry began playing for dances at the age of 15 and continued sharing his love for music with the 113th Army Band at Fork Knox and in the 4th Division Band in Vietnam. Garry enjoys playing at church and in local dance bands in the Dayton area. He is an accomplished vocalist, saxophonist, and harmonica player.
Steve Chenoweth
Steve has been playing Bass guitar professionally for 50 + years. He has played with the likes of Jimmy May, Ron Meyer, Johnny Mack Super Big Band, Focus Point , back up for The Four Freshman, and is still active with Bob Gray Orchestra. Steve had been a letter carrier for 40 years. He retired last year.
Family Musicians
Jacob Leisten
Jacob is one of Bobby D’s grandson, and he lives with his fiancé in Miamisburg. He works at Hahn Automation Group as a Controls Engineer. He specializes in MedTech automation, programming custom machines for the assembly and quality assurance of medical devices. Jacob played bass drum in the UC Bearcat Marching Band (TUCBIDG!!). He also played percussion in concert bands and drum set in jazz bands throughout his high school and college career. He loves listening to artists like Michael Bublé, Billy Joel, Led Zeppelin, and pretty much anything classic rock. Jacob is thrilled that his Pap Pap is performing music with a group again! He loves to play drum set and sing whenever the group needs him to fill in!
Kelsey DeShano (Gauder)
Kelsey is the oldest granddaughter of Bobby D, and lives with her husband in Centerville. She owns DeShano Directives Group, LLC, consulting with nonprofits and small businesses when she isn’t singing with her grandfather. Kelsey has played a variety of instruments and performed in theater and church choir over many years, but singing with Bobby D Music has been the most fun and gratifying venture yet. She grew up listening to Frank Sinatra, Norah Jones, Dolly Parton and countless other great artists, and hopes you enjoying hearing their music as much as she loves singing them!
Live Entertainment in Many Local Venues
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Past Venues included:
Yankee Trace Golf Club
Springboro Wright Station
Jaqua’s at the Greene
Rumbleseat Wine
Zinks
Five Seasons Sports Club
DLM Springboro
Fairborn Sweet Corn Festival
Private events
and more . . .
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Classics and Contemporary Entertainment
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Get inspired and entertained with selections from:
Frank Sinatra
Tony Bennett
Micheal Buble
John Legend
Stevie Wonder
Billy Joel
Ed Sheeran
and more . . .
Broadway Hits to Sing Along
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Enjoy selections from great Broadway Hits like:
Fiddler on the Roof
My Fair Lady
Cabaret
and more . . .
Private Parties
Elevate your private party with live music that suits your theme or occasion.
Social Events
Add a professional musical ensemble to any social event! Bobby D Music is great for background and dinner music that creates an enjoyable experience for all.
Corporate Events
Looking to impress your clients? Adding the sophisticated sounds of Bobby D Music will help you create your desired mood at your next event.
Live music serving the Dayton and surrounding areas.
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