Their musical offerings vary from fresh takes on other's work to original material in a wide range of grooves and styles. Their musical offerings vary from fresh takes on other's work (Sting, John Scofield, The Yellowjackets, Steely Dan) to original material in a wide range of grooves and styles. But with the underlying bedrock of group improvisation and interplay. Once the frame work is in place
they can "rebuild" the tune freshly every performance. And it is in that spontaneity that we find much joy. That is why seeing DADDIO is always a new experience. DADDIO is:
Warren Wiegratz (Saxophone, Flute & Keyboards). Warren has received the prestigious WAMI award for Reed/Brass Instrumentalist of the Year an unprecedented 12 times. He was inducted into the WAMI Hall of Fame in 2015. Warren recorded 5 LP's with the acclaimed Jazz/Fusion group Sweetbottom, and 2 with the group Oceans. He was later co-leader of Streetlife the House Band of the Milwaukee Bucks basketball team. Tony Wagner (Drums Percussion):
Tony has won a number of WAMI awards, both individually and with "Street Life", a group that was the house band for the Milwaukee Bucks for many years. He continues to play with a variety of groups, encompassing many styles. But the one thing that remains constant is The Groove. Scott Dercks (Guitar, Guitar Synth):
Scott has won accolades both in WI and MN, where he played for 20 years. His breadth of knowledge of guitar styles is extensive, and he is often seen with groups playing a wide range of genres, or even as a solo guitarist. Charlie Sauter: (Bass)
Another person with extensive Twin Cities playing experience. He played with many well know groups there. Whether you like a rock solid foundation, or an impressive soloist, Charlie is The Man. Besides Live Performances DADDIO is also available for clinics/classes for high school and college level students. Discussing both the intricacies of the music and the music business.
