Midiri Brothers Jazz Sextet   Referred to as a “sixsome with talent to burn,” The Midiri Brothers Sextet will make its first Madison appearance at the fest.  Twins Joe and Paul's swinging group plays a variety of styles rooted in the small jazz groups of the 1930s and 1940s.  They play unique arrangements in the tradition of the swing and Dixeland eras.  At their many performances at concerts and fests all over the country, the Sextet earned many standing ovations and encore requests.  Their spirited, jazzy performances are certain to bring back memories for those who remember the heyday of Dixie and Swing, while sure to please and intrigue those new to this exciting style.  During the fest, the Sextet will present a tribute to Artie Shaw on the 100^th anniversary of his birth.  Members: Joe Midiri, reeds; Paul Midiri, vibes, trombone, drums; Bob Leary, guitar; Jeff Phillips, piano; Ed Wise, bass; Jim Lawlor, drums

Barbary Coast Dixieland Band  The Barbary Coast Dixieland Band has been together since 1967. Elected to the Minnesota Music Hall of Fame in 2001 and rated among the finest entertainers in the Midwest, the band has played everywhere -- from the Mississippi paddlewheel boats to Nagasaki, Japan and at jazz festivals in California, Florida, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Montana and Washington . The band is made up of six talented musicians who play 18 instruments.  An added ingredient is the comedy and wit of the performers.  This group of versatile musicians, who occasionally swap instruments on stage without missing a note, will have your feet tappin' from their very first set!  Members: Tom Andrews, drums/clarinet; Dick Petersen, banjo/guitar; Russ Peterson, trumpet/trombone/sax/flute/bass; Steve Pikal, string bass/trombone; Dick Ramberg,   Clarinet/Piano & Jim ten Bensel, Trombone/Trumpet/Cornet