Halloween w/ The Paul Lichty Jazz Orchestra **Costume Contest**

Fri, Oct 31

Paul's amazing big band will be back in costumes for the second year in a row performing two shows on Halloween night at Noce - 7pm + 9pm! Paul has put together a program of scary movie soundtracks, spooky original compositions, and new arrangements of the music of Mother Monster herself. Also, come in costume because there will be another contest this year - dress up for a prize! It will be the spookiest, grooviest, and silliest music event in Des Moines on Halloween night. Paul Lichty Jazz Orchestra: Saxes: Gabe Scheid, Tyler Utter, Chris Merz, Simon Harding, Thomas Sparks Trumpets: Antonio Garza, Dave Rezek, Morgan Eadie, Kyle Marlin Trombones: Rich Medd, Jackson Churchill, Collin Krukow, Michael Stow Guitar: Luke Sanders Synth: Carson Parker Bass: Bridget Shoemaker Drumset: Chris Jensen Paul Lichty: Paul Lichty has become one of Des Moines’ most prolific freelance musicians and composers since moving there in 2020. Now the bandleader of the Paul Lichty Jazz Orchestra (PLJO), trombonist/music director for BYOBrass and "The Domita Show" and jazz chair of the Iowa Pride Ensembles, Paul balances these duties while also working as a band director at Winterset Junior High School. Paul has developed a unique and personal approach at composing and arranging for ensembles of all sizes and skill levels. PLJO’s first album, “Dark Soul”, was released in 2021 and can be found on all streaming platforms, BandCamp, as well as Paul’s website (paullichtymusic.com). BYOBrass' second album, "Breathe", was released in 2025 and features several of his newest arrangements and compositions. In 2024, Paul was recipient of the CJC Des Moines Hall of Fame "Next Generation" award which recognizes an up-and-coming musician who has made an impact on the music scene in Des Moines. Paul's full bio, as well as social media/streaming links, event info, and videos of past performances, can be found at paullichtymusic.com.