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Tonic Sol-fa in Concert
Tonic Sol-fa has established itself not only as the most in-demand vocal group in the Midwest, but also one of the most successful independent acts in America. In addition to substantial album sales of its own independent releases (2,000,000 copies sold), the group has toured extensively throughout the US and abroad, building their financial base with a steady list of festivals and private shows that eventually led to numerous sold-out tours of theaters and small arenas.
Tonic Sol-fa began at St. John's University in Central Minnesota and includes lead vocalist Shaun Johnson, tenor and vocal percussionist, Greg Bannwarth, baritone and percussionist/vocal percussionist, Theo Brown, and bass, Jared Dove. Together the group reached national prominence with appearances on NBC's Today Show and in Newsweek magazine. Along the way, they shared the stage with a number of recognizable performers including Jay Leno, Jeff Foxworthy and Weird Al Yankovic, and were recently inducted in the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame alongside Prince.
From the group's onset, the members have overseen and operated the business of Tonic Sol-fa with a only a small team of driven supporters acting as managers, lawyers, and publicists, and increased revenue from a few thousand dollars in their first year to a multi-million dollar limited liability company. The group overcame a number of obstacles, including an unspoken apprehension to a cappella acts by individuals in the music industry and having a name that was anything but catchy (a system of naming the notes of the scale, usually do, re, mi, fa, sol, la, ti, developed to teach singing). Still, the group persevered, recording and manufacturing its own records and selling them to a growing legion of fans via the Internet and social networking sites, in the lobby of the theaters where they performed, and through a growing national distribution. One could say they gained their current consumer popularity the old fashioned way; they earned it.
At present, Tonic Sol-fa is putting the finishing touches on an album of requested originals, a collaborative recording in a catalog of numerous award-winning DVD and CD projects highlighting four indelible voices. This outstanding blend has resulted in multiple Contemporary A cappella Recording Awards, NACA (National Association of Collegiate Activities) Entertainer of the Year nominations, considerable national press, and has landed their music on the best-selling seasonal DVD at Wal-Mart, The 12 Dogs of Christmas.
Further Tonic Sol-fa has released three television specials, which have aired over 1800 times in forty-seven states and Canada. The new PBS special will be shown through 2020, continuing to spread Tonic Sol-fa's unique sound to an ever-growing audience.
Tonic Sol-fa continues to tour, record, and conscientiously run their business in the only way familiar to them – differently.
They really drew the audience in, making for a fun evening. No innuendoes, or off color remarks was also appreciated. Great musicality, and inventive approach to songs. Small suggestion, make sure enunciation is clear so words can be better understood.
This was my 10th time seeing Tonic So Fa. They truly "make my Holiday" complete. Their music, stage presence and humor leave me feeling nothing but wonderful when I walk out the door. I took a friend for her first time this year and she had the exact reaction I did 10 years ago. "How does all that incredible sound(s) come out of those 4 voices" and we laughed until we cried, as always. I soooo missed seeing them last year, but this year did not disappoint...in fact, it far surpassed my expections!
Experience shows. They have a more polished presentation. The smaller venues are ideal for their audience interaction. Lots of fun.
Gteat show. The group seems rejuvenated after the forced extended break. Plastic santa extra funny this year.
The show was awesome! The guys were very entertaining! I especially liked the grinch :)) The vocals and percussion sounds were great!
This is the first time I saw this group. Me and my daughter enjoyed the show it was great.
Enjoyed your concert in Rochester.nicely done..great way to jazz up Christmas songs...m
My friend and I smiled through the whole concert...it made our hearts feel good
Very nice show making for a good evening of entertainment. Performers were very good at engaging the audience with a nice mix of vocal performance and comedy.
Great concert as always. So fun. Amazing voices. Loved it.
We saw the Christmas show and while Christmas songs were expected to be sung-there were only 2 ? traditional songs that were performed. The group had a lot of fun with the crowd!
From start to finish an amazing show! It is our new family tradition.
Very enjoyable. Good selection of songs... Nice variation.
These guys just get better with age. Uplifting, funny, and sweeeeeet melodies. Not to mention great rhythm. Great fun!
Love tonic Solfa! I have seen them 12 times in the past 9 years.
As usual, Tonic So Fa provided a great evening of entertainment. Their singing was superb!
My daughter and I have attended several shows and we always thoroughly enjoy them all. Has become our annual tradition. Still love the plastic Santa. Merry Christmas!
First - the singing was awesome! However - they started late, had an intermission, and ended early. Lots of talking in-between songs so they did not sing that much. Advertised as a Holiday show but not many Christmas songs. Overall - disappointed with the concert.
Love love love these guys always a great show so much fun. This is our tradition my grandaughter came for her second year today she was so looking forward to it. And the Christmas bat made its appearance as usual. Looking forward to next year already.
A total enjoyable event. Talent oozes from the performers. Just wish they would play for many more hours. Yes I’m being greedy.
