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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.
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It had been about 6-7 years since the last time I saw the group, and I can honestly say they haven't lost their touch. Their music is still amazing, and the group is such a great combination of personalities that they are able to make you crack up laughing just from their dialogue between songs.
My sisters & I get together each holiday season to do something special. This year it was TSF. Probably the BEST choice we've ever made for our annual event!
Tonic Sol-Fa always puts on a great show! My husband and I have been going to their concerts now for about 6 years. I wouldn't miss it for the world! Find them on Facebook and iTunes to learn more about them!
This is the third time in four years that I have been to see the Tonic Sol-Fa holiday show. The only time I missed was 2010 because I ended up getting stuck working late. My ticket didn't go to waste, though. I gave it to my friend's husband and now he goes every year, too! Now I take the entire day off work to ensure that I have no impediment to seeing this amazing group perform. This year, they did not disappoint! Their sound is phenomenal and their stage presence is great. It's wonderful that the audience can see that they're having a great time. My only regret is that I'm moving to Montana and they haven't yet traveled that far to perform. Maybe that will change? Or maybe I'll just have to fly back to Rochester next year to catch them again!
I always love seeing this group, and it's nice that they don't forget about some of their older music for those fans who have loved them for a long time.
Tonic Solfa are talented, innovative, and just a ton of fun! Their mix of well-known and original songs are delivered with zest and enthusiasm and a great deal of ability. And in between, they are having so much fun themselves that you find yourself along for the ride, and are sorry when the evening ends.
You guys combined just the right amount of humor and talent. The vocals were incredible and the fact that you could play to the crowd as well as you did even when some didn't want to cooperate was great. We enjoyed ourselves a lot!
Enjoyed the show! The music was great, but wished they had included a few more religious Christmas songs.
I love seeing Tonic Sol-Fa in concert. They are a great mix of music and fun entertainment. It is a show that my whole family can attend and enjoy. This concert has quickly become a Christmas time tradition for us!
I have loved these guys since the first time I saw them in a free show tent at the Clay Co. Fair when they were just starting out. I have gone to many shows over the years and they continue to go up and up! The show is great music, comedy, and variety!
They are extremely talented and funny! : ) This was the first time seeing them. We are already talking about making this a yearly must see.
LOVE this group!!! There are an awesome group and play with the audiance which makes it more fun!!!
A wonderful tradition for Sioux City and the Orpheum. We enjoyed the updates, and the traditional favorites.
Tonic Solfa always delivers a memorable performance and never disappoints. We will be going to see them for years to come.
The only reason I am not giving this a five star is because the first half drug a little. The lighting was not that appealing either. Then the second half was much better. And the lighting was better. The first half was more gray and white and kind of left me cold. The second had more colors or of course Plastic Santa which is always a hoot! The music was wonderful as usual. I love the blend of the guys. All and all, it was a very good evening.
I LOVE acapella, and have seen the Great Bobbie McFerrin.......These guys sing from their "souls" just like he does! I get shivers listening to them. They can sing with the best of them!....
Tonic Sol fa is one of the music world's best kept secrets - especially their Christmas music. It may be time to move them to a bigger venue or add another show to their Des Moines visit. How about a night to two earlier in the season?
Nice place, folks were very friendly and helpful with finding your seat, etc. I thought the group for being acapella was a nice change but would have liked to see more traditional holiday music being sung. The goofy acts, yes they were funny but I would have like to hear more music. Also the song that was played on the radio countless times the last 2 weeks, was not performed. Not sure if I will be coming back again.
We had a wonderful time. The music was great. This group has a great rapore with the audience. They did a marvelous job singing the Christmas songs. I would go back in a minute
FANTASTIC! My oldest daughter suggested we go, she had seen them before. My youngest, 9 LOVED it and asked immediately after the concert....Can we come here every year:)
