Noon The Indianapolis Suzuki Academy performs the American and French National Anthems
A touching peformance that's become a tradition at the French Market--better than a fly-over!
Noon - 2:00 Frenchaxe
Cincinnati-based FrenchAxe is returning for their fourth year at French Market. Playing “music of the world,” this band is a French Market crowd favorite. Their music includes original songs in French, simmered in a rich and accessible sauce with spices from Eurpoean pop, Brazilian jazz, funk and gypsy--kind of a world beat... all cooked by a 4 piece band led by Sylvain Archer’s French vocals.
2:15 - 4:15 Groove Theory
Our second band is new to French Market this year. We are very pleased to introduce to you Groove Theory, whose old school rhythm and blues and classic pop sound will get your toes a-tapping and your body swaying. This eight-member band met ten years ago but discovered only recently that many of them are related. With the leadership of recording artist and composer James Blane, they love entertaining at all kinds of venues.
4:30 – 6:30 First Impression Band
Our third band is also new to French Market but one that is well known to the Indianapolis music scene. FIB is a party/dance band that plays music from all eras. They have performed throughout the Midwest for nearly 1000 events and have been enjoyed at everything from wedding receptions to galas to casual backyard barbecues. Jeff Reed is the leader of this exciting, fun dance band.
7 pm – 10 pm The Doo! Band
The Doo is a high energy dance band providing soulful vocals and a rock-solid beat that keeps the fans moving all night long. The Doo mingles tunes from Motown, disco, retro, 90s, and current top 40 hits.