The Peppers Pep Band

The Concept
The initial idea for The Peppers Pep Band grew out of the 65 piece 'Expo City Marching Band' in 1988. Out of that band emerged the 16 piece Pep Bands which became so popular with World Expo 88 visitors. The Pep Bands originate from the USA, where they perform at Pep Rallies, which are designed to really get the crowds excited.

The Line-up
The seven' piece Band includes saxophone, trumpets, trombone, tuba/sousaphone, snore drum and bass drum. The added colour and impact of quads (4 drums) is also available upon request. All of the drums are worn on specially designed fibreglass harnesses, which allow the Band complete mobility. The Peppers Pep Band consists of several ex-Expo musicians, as well as fresh new talent, and this combination of experience and eagerness has proven most successful.

The Show
The Band performs energetic, fully-choreographed routines, to all of your favourite songs, with comedy playing a major part in the show. Some of the numbers include: Rock Around the Clock, Hawaii 5-0, Peter Gunn, Susudio, Jesus Christ Superstar, Turn the Beat Around, Spinning Wheel, Wipe Out, 25 or 6 to 4, Heartbreaker and Tequila, through to The Limbo, The Chicken Dance and Teddv Bears Picnic!

The look ...
The Peppers Pep Band are known for their bold black & white check pants, which are worn with white polo shirts printed front and back with their name in bright colours. Black baseball caps, white shoes and colourful bum-packs complete the look. When required, the Band is able to wear a variety of different coloured shirts, depending on the theme colours. They adapt the costumes to suit the event or venue.

Sponsors ...
In the event the function or venue is supported by major sponsors, the Band can arrange specific theme songsljingles, which can be incorporated into the show. Also, sponsors' merchandise can be worn by the performers (if suitable), or given away as prizes.

Audience participation ...
An important aspect of The Peppers Pep Band's performance is audience participation - particularly children. The Limbo Competition and Conga Line are just some of the interactive pieces used.

Suitable for ...
Street parades, corporate functions, sporting events, street entertainment, parties, festivals, carnivals, conferences, trade shows, outdoor shows, markets, special events, theme parks, etc.

Past bookings include ...

• South Bank Parklands (regular work,
• New Year's Eve Celebrations,
• Christmas shows,
• Australia Day Parades,
• Summer in the Parklands,
• Teddy Bears' Picnics,
• Eivis Picnic,
• May Day,
• 3-D Fireworks Spectacular,
• 10 Millionth Visitor Celebrations, etc),
• Brisbane Convention Centre,
• City Botanic Gardens,
• Carara Sports Field,
• Suncorp Stadium,
• ANZ QEII Stadium,
• Brisbane Entertainment Centre,
• Sea World, Dreamworld,
• Movie World,
• World Cup Soccer,
• Brisbane Bullets Games & Ball,
• Queen Street Mall,
• Chinatown Mall,
• Fortitude Valley Mall,
• Cavil Mall,
• Broadbeach Mall,
• Redeliffe Leagues Club,
• Easts Leagues Club,
• David Jones,
• Pacific Fair Shopping Centre,
• Weddings,
• Esky Ball,
• Crown Monarch launch,
• Mackay Jazz Festival,
• Quilpie Show,
• Hervey Bay Whale Festival,
• Oktoberfest, lndycarnival,
• Queensland Arts Council State Conference,
• Lennons Hotel,
• Hilton Hotel,
• Queensland Performing Arts Centre,
• Channel Seven Picnic in the Park,
• Bond University,
• Griffith University,
• Queensland University,
• Crows Nest Art & Craft Opening Night,
• Hot Shoe Shuffle Opening Night,
• Optus Brisbane Grand Prix (Athletics),
• Toohey's Cup,
• David's Distribution,
• Orientation Weeks,
• Staff Open Days,
• Awards Nights,
• Presentation Nights,
• Great Court Race,
• Australian Legal Convention,
• Sportsman's Dinners,
• Fiasco's Restaurant,
• Cormorant Bay Restaurant,
• World Masters Closing Ceremony,
• Autumn Moon Cake Festiiiiiiiiival,
• Toys'R'Us Opening,
• Nursery Opening,
• Taaaarrrrrrget Open