Imagine you're in a quaint Parisian cafe listening to a delightful acoustic jazz combo. The air is filled with songs, some familiar, some exotic and intriguing. You're caught up in the music as virtuoso guitar riffs complement beautiful violin melodies. The rhythm guitarist is strumming his guitar with fiery abandon while the bassist slaps a rhythm that your feet can't resist. As you head for the dance floor, you notice a Shiner beer bottle — suddenly you realize that this isn't Paris, France, it's Paris, Texas, and you're listening to The Texas Gypsies!

The Texas Gypsies have an eclectic sound, combining Gypsy jazz with Western swing, as well as our own unique take on pop and jazz standards, with a look evocative of the '30s and '40s. The group features two guitars, violin and bass, but can add drums and a horn section for an even bigger sound. The music is at once earthy and sophisticated, appealing to a wide audience. This isn't music for jazz purists — this music makes you feel alive.

Performing almost 200 shows a year, we are available for festivals, concerts and private events.

The Texas Gypsies have recently been accepted into two prestigious arts programs — the National Endowment for the Arts American Masterpieces touring program and the Touring Artist Program of the Texas Commission on the Arts.

As a result of these designations, your organization can apply for grant money to assist in bringing us to your performance venue or event.
For more information, visit the TCA Website at www.arts.state.tx.us and click the link titled "Grants Information".

Some other honors are:

  • Named "Best Western Swing Duo or Group" by The Academy of Western Artists
  • Named "Best of Bands" by The Knot Magazine
  • Voted #1 act at Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival in 2006
  • Featured on Fox KDFW-TV performing the theme song for "Good Day" morning show
  • Debut CD "The Texas Gypsies" in 2005 Grammy® voting for "Best Jazz Album"
  • Featured band in the June 2007 issue of "International Musician Magazine"
  • The Texas Gypsies Theme Song included in "Texas Music Project/Don't Mess With Texas, Vol. 3" CD

The Texas Gypsies Are;
Steve Curry: guitar, vocals | John Hewitt: bass, vocals
Erik Swanson: guitar, lead vocals, vocals | Mark Menikos: violin