--- title: "Bob DeAngelis" description: "Bob DeAngelis 2 time Juno award winner, is one of Toronto's most versatile band leaders for corporate & special events. Represented by K&M Productions (Toronto)" canonical: https://www.kmprod.com/bob-deangelis updated: 2026-03-18 17:13:57 --- # Bob DeAngelis ## Biography As Toronto's ULTIMATE instrumentalist, 2 time JUNO award winner (Best Instrumental Jazz Album 2004 and 2011 ) **Bob DeAngelis** is one of Canada's most accomplished bandleaders and studio musicians. He is a master of the clarinet, saxophone and woodwind family and has been a featured soloist with numerous recording artists.  Bob, who is now considered Canada's own "King of Swing" was a featured soloist in the hit musical "Fosse" playing Benny Goodman at Carnegie Hall. He is also frequently heard on numerous TV soundtracks, jingles, television and radio commercials and other media. Over the past 20 years, he has been the preferred musical entertainment at official Government functions, receptions and dinners for numerous heads of state including our Prime Ministers Pierre E. Trudeau, Brian Mulroney, members of the British Royal Family, the Sultan of Brunei, as well as United States Presidents Reagan & Bush. Bob DeAngelis's various musical ensemble configurations are actively engaged for a wide variety functions such as conventions, trade shows, private parties, prestigious corporate galas and promotional events - for discriminating clients who insist on only the very BEST in live music. Classy instrumental jazz duos, trios and quartets convey an elegant, upscale atmosphere from small to large gatherings such as office celebrations, promotions and product launches, luncheons, dinners, receptions and even trade shows. As an accomplished musical director and arranger, Bob has created the quintessential musical ambiance for awards ceremonies, themed gala events, high-profile charity fund-raisers and society events.  ## Show Description ### Bob DeAngelis and his diverse musical services are available in the following formats for a wide variety of corporate events: **Music Spectrum ****Contemporary Dance / Party Band  ** **![booking toronto corporate event bands bob deangelis](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/party1.jpg)** This is an incredibly exciting dance band featuring three dynamic lead singers (two female and one male), sizzling horn section, and high-energy rhythm section made up of drums, guitar, bass, and keyboards. The band is extremely versatile, performing the most popular dance styles of music available including R&B, pop, Motown, standards and swing. (Band size can be augmented or reduced according to budgets.)   ** Bobby D. & The Swing Cats ****Swing Band    ** ![booking toronto corporate event big band bob deangelis](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/swing1.jpg) Swing is hot! Bobby D. & the Swing Cats will play it both ways. Classy and cool for those who remember, Hot jivin' and jumpin' for the new swingers! From Benny Goodman to Big Bad Voodoo Daddy this band will keep the place hopping. Decked out in spats and hats.  **The Alley Cats** **Dixeland  ** ![booking toronto dixieland band bob deangelis](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/dixieland.jpg) Mix some Dixieland, Cajun, Blues, Swing, Jive, Zydeco, Bourbon Street Stomp, and you've kicked it up a notch with The Alley Cats!  **Swing Time** **Big Band Music    ** ![booking toronto swing band bob deangelis](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/bobs_bband.jpg) Big Bands are hot again! Swing, Jive and Ballroom dance the night away with sophistication and fun! This BIG BAND of 11 to 21 pieces is perfect for special events, fund raisers, award ceremonies and receptions. "Swing Time" plays all the big band classics including the music of Glen Miller, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Tommy Dorsey, Artie Shaw and more!  **Sax Appeal** **Reception & Background **(instrumental)** Jazz    ** ![booking toronto jazz band jazz trio jazz quartet bob deangelis](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/jazz1.jpg) Sax Appeal jazz duo, trio, quartet or quintet is suitable for cocktail, dinner and hospitality receptions. The volume is perfect allowing conversation between your guests to be foremost. The repertoire is extensive, and musical selections draw from artists such as Sinatra, Gershwin, Nat King Cole, Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, Diana Krall and more.    **Saxy Grooves** **Reception & Background **(instrumental)** Jazz   ** **![bob deangelis sax appeal](https://www.kmprod.com/uploads/media/saxy_grooves_pic_kmprod.jpg)** The same services as Sax Appeal only as a live solo performer with backing tracks accompaniment. Also offered in a duo configuration - with guitar.  #### Bob DeAngelis is represented by K&M Productions. For more information and booking Juno Award winner Bob DeAngelis [contact us](https://www.kmprod.com/event-inquiry). ## What Clients Say > I have received numerous comments about your band, and how everyone enjoyed your lively style and great music. Believe me this is a compliment for a group that is very hard to please. Many thanks for a truly successful party. > > — SCIEX > We received so many wonderful compliments on you, your choice of music and your vivacious singer. Without your presence our evening would have been insignificant. > > — Cadillac Fairview Corporation Ltd. > From the dinner to the main session, you and your group helped set the mood for the evening and provided a fitting finale to our awards dinner and dance. You have a very professional group! > > — Mr. Lube Canada ---