About Us

Band Biography

The Circle City Sidewalk Stompers Clown Band has been performing fast-moving, choreographed routines to upbeat music since 1976. The musicians, including trumpets, trombones, saxophones, bass and snare drums, and sousaphone are dressed in colorful clown costumes and entertain the crowd with comic interaction and fancy footwork.

The 15-minute choreographed show, followed by musical strolling through the crowd, includes familiar songs for all generations. With over 50 memorized tunes, the band can perform in nearly any setting from marching in parades to standing on stage. The group is versatile, mobile and flexible at any performance!

Based in Indianapolis, IN, the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers routinely entertain crowds at Indiana Pacers basketball and Indianapolis Colts football games as well as at private parties, parades and the Indiana State Fair. As word of the twelve talented musicians and their high energy show spread, the group began appearing in fairs across the country such as the San Diego Fair, the New York State Fair, the Wisconsin State Fair, and the Alaska State Fair. The band has also performed in the Great American Brass Band Festival in Danville, KY for the past 20 years, as well as Carnival in Nice, France, the European version of Mardi Gras and the Shanghai International Music Festival.

The group attributes its success to its members’ excellent musicianship and to their ability to adapt to any performance situation. Their professionalism and flexibility make them ideally suited for a wide variety of events. The popular Circle City Sidewalk Stompers also believe that today’s audiences are eager for the positive family entertainment the group provides.

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Testimonials

It was quite a pleasure having the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers, an incredible brass band from Indianapolis, perform at the Dutchess County Fair. The ability of this jazz band to engage and entertain the crowds is amazing. Not only are they first class performers, but they are also a great group of people to work with. We are looking forward to your return to the Dutchess County Fair in the near future with even more music and fun, including the clown band that adds to the excitement of the event.

-Vicki Imperati - Marketing & Events Manager

Dutchess County Fair, Rhinebeck, New York

We have found Circle City Sidewalk Stompers to be the perfect combination of whimsy and virtuosity, delighting both serious music fans and the young-at-heart. Although their hilarious antics and irreverent style entertain children of all ages, there is no 'clowning around' when it comes to the quality of Circle City's music. They stack up remarkably well against some of the most prominent brass bands in the country, showcasing their exceptional talent as a jazz band.

Over the years, Circle City has become a family favorite at our Great American Brass Band Festival in Danville, Kentucky. While we aim to rotate other bands through the lineup each year, Circle City is a tradition that the crowd never grows tired of. Steve Sutherlin is very dependable and thorough, making him wonderful to work with.

They provide a great family-focused act. We truly have been very pleased with the partnership we have created with the Circle City Sidewalk Stompers over the past 25 years, and I highly recommend them with absolutely no reservation.

-Kay Berggren - Steering Committee

GABBF - Great American Brass Band Festival, Danville, Kentucky

About Us

Band Biography

Testimonials

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