Swing Home :: "The entertainment should be a reflection of your good taste... why not shoot for the moon?" :: E-mail 410.756.2473 or 301.639.0770 Marty Knepp | Kevin Shaner | Jan Abbott Percussion Marty, a resident of Crofton, MD, is a big Count Basie fan. He studied at the Shenandoah Conservatory of Music, and along the way discovered major influences such as Gary Burton, Chick Corea, Andy Narrell, Buddy Rich and Jack Dejohnette. Marty recalls playing with guitarist Larry Carlton at a sales meeting as one of his greatest musical memories, and claims that, as a drummer, it's a blast to "kick" a big band! He has been a tremendous factor in introducing new music to the band, primarily jazz and Latin-infused charts. He is recognized as one of the finest jazz and Latin drummers in the region. Marty serves as Director Retail Marketing, HD Radio. * Band member since 2000 Bass Kevin has been playing with Blue Moon since 2003. A steady bass player, he is also an exceptional trombonist and vocalist. He enjoys the music of Miles Davis and Bob James, and references "So What" as his favorite song. "There is a lot of power and excitement in a big band," says Kevin. "I enjoy being part of the driving force (the rhythm section) behind it." Among his best musical memories is singing Mahler's 8th Symphony with the Baltimore Symphony Chorus and Orchestra. By day, Kevin works for the Baltimore County Public School System as an Instrumental Music Teacher. He lives in Nottingham, MD. * Band member since 2002 Piano Jan joined Blue Moon Big Band in 2011. An exceptional pianist, she is also able to step in at any time to sit with the trombone section. She makes a living as a self-employed musician, and likes the music of Bill Watrons' Big Band (late 1970s). Jan's favorite song is "Misty." Swing vocalists love having Jan as their accompanist n the rhythm section, with her expert attention to "playing the ink" and supporting the singer, coupled with an ability to improvise with style! She says she just loves a swing tune, and is determined to remind the rest of the band that she she is proud to be from the state of Tennessee! * Band member since 2011