The Tanya English Band has been bringing women’s empowerment blues to the eastern Iowa audience for over a decade. A life-long fan of the blues, it all began when Dr. English heeded the call to unleash her inner blues singer. Her husband, “Uncle” Ed English, is a renowned area bass player and a steadfast supporter of her healing work. Together, they started the band and have witnessed powerful healing, both while performing and in her practice. The result was Healing with The Blues! ™ They have brought together the finest area musicians, offering the blues and healing to you! Featuring IC guitar slinger, Dave Rosazza, the band now includes: Sean Seaton on keys and Paul Cunliffe on drums. Come check them out, they’re all in the Iowa Rock n Roll Hall of Fame as members of Iowa City’s legendary band, Shade of Blue.
[Note: Trio shows are also available, featuring Sam Price on guitar, for more intimate settings, playing the blues and standards from the American songbook. Hit the CONTACT link for additional information and bookings.
==> BAND DATES (Check back, as dates are added throughout the year!)
Sun 6/8 12:00-1:00 Iowa Arts Fest – Main Stage, Iowa City. So proud to have been invited to play Main Stage. Thanks to all the fans who showed up!
Tue 7/8 6:30-8:30 Anniversary Party! (Celebrate the day Ed & Tanya met in ’91.) Bunker Mill Bridge, Near Kalona. $10, split with the venue. Bring your chair and cooler. One of the most unique venues in Iowa. Spanning the English River, it’s an historic location. Check it out!
Fri 7/18 6:00-8:00 Ranshaw House Series, N. Liberty. Behind the Green State Credit Union. Glad to be back in N. Liberty. Family-friendly lawn concert. Bring your chair and a cooler.
Wed 8/13 6:00-9:00 RonDeVoo Pk, alley off E Third St, West Liberty, IA. Next to the New Strand. Fun series, we’re happy to be a part of it. Rain locale next door.
Sat 8/9 6:30-9:30 Green Castle Aero Club, 2154 250th St NW, Oxford, IA 52322. West of N. Liberty a couple miles on Penn St./County F28. Fun little airport. $10 per person, split w the venue. Second Saturday Series all Summer!
Sunday Funday 8/17 3:00-6:00 Club 76 Mehaffey Bridge Rd. Out by N Liberty. Always a blast at Club 76. Outdoor show!
Mon Sept 1 2:00-5:00 Labor Day Blues Blowout! Wilson’s Orchard & Farm. 4823 Dingleberry Rd. Iowa City, IA. One of the most beautiful venues in Eastern Iowa. Apples and other produce, cider and beer, pizza. No cover. Celebrate the end of Summer.
Sat 9/6 6:30-9:30. Bread Garden Market 225 S Linn St, Iowa City. Back to the PedMall patio. No cover. Wide selection of beverages and food, the best people-watching in Iowa City, and the blues!
Fri 11/7 6:00-9:00 Cedar Ridge, Swisher. Fall into Fall with the blues!
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