The Big Thing - A Tribute to The music of the band Chicago

Sat, 04 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm UTC-05:00

125 E Main Street , Festus, MO, United States, Missouri Missouri | Festus

The Contrarian Concert Hall & Theater
Publisher/HostThe Contrarian Concert Hall & Theater
The Big Thing - A Tribute to The music of the band Chicago
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Get ready for a night of powerful horns, tight rhythms, and the unforgettable sound of Chicago. Our Chicago Tribute Show brings the energy, musicianship, and classic hits that made the band legendary. From soaring brass lines to soulful ballads, we’ll take you on a musical journey through the songs everyone knows and loves. Come relax, sing along, and experience the music of Chicago performed live with passion and authenticity.
- doors 6:30pm
- Opening Act , Emily Wallace @7:30pm
The members are professional recording and performing artists who have shared the stage with many notable acts
THE BAND -
Fred Vigdor - (Average White Band, Dave Weckl Groove Contingent, Fred has also performed on Michael McDonald’s records)
Dustin Shrum - Trumpet (Dr Zhivegas, Steve Ewings Masterblaster-Tribute to Stevie Wonder, No Diggity
Dave Dickey - Trombone (Dave Dickey Big Band, Dave Weckl Big Band, St Louis Jazz Orchestra
Teddy McCready - Vocals/Percussion (Dave Weckl Groove Contingent, Alright Now-Tribute to Paul Rodgers/Bad Company)
Mark Crowell - Guitar/Vocals -Mississippi Moon, A.L.I. , Drool, Stone in Love- Journey Tribute)
Pete Ruthenburg - Vocals/Keys (Mississippi Moon, The Portholes, Charles Glenn Band)
Eric Grossman - Bass/Vocals (K’s Choice, LA Guns, the Portholes)
Brian Ferguson - Drums (The Bodeans, Alright Now-Tribute to Paul Rodgers/Bad Company, Robert Earl Keen, Pat Green, Jack Ingram, Cory Morrow
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