Kurt Shiflet - Guitar
After embracing the guitar at an early age, Kurt Shiflet attended Guitar Institute of Technology (GIT) in Hollywood, CA where he studied with such greats as Don Moch, Joe Diorio and Chick Corea Elektric Band guitarist Frank Gambale. After GIT, Kurt attended Sacramento State University where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree, and went on to earn his Master of Arts in Music degree in classical guitar performance. Although he loves both jazz and classical, he is a rocker at heart being heavily influenced by the blues and R&B of the 70's. Kurt is a sought after performer in the northern California area, playing with several different groups with varying genres, as well as with Sacramento Music Circus. Kurt is a full-time music professor at Sacramento City College. His love for the Steely Dan catalogue goes way back, and he demonstrates his amazing skill by replicating the signature guitar work for which Steely Dan is so well known. Kurt plays custom guitars made by Joe Dragony.  Kurt also teaches private lessons.  Learn more about Kurt, including information about his private guitar lessons by clicking here.

  Charley Langer - Saxophone, Electronic Wind Instrument, 
          Horn Transcriptions / Arrangements
Charley Langer graduated from the University of Southern California with a Master's degree in saxophone performance. He has performed concert saxophone with artists and groups such as Morton Gould, John Adams, Zita Carno, and the Pacific and Santa Monica Symphony Orchestras. His experience includes numerous live venues, television, and radio. After relocating to Hawaii, he performed with a number of local entertainers, including island chart-topper Jon Basebase ("Suddenly"), the Bobby King Royal Combo, and the Willie Barton Orchestra. He has played and/or recorded with contemporary Christian artists Julie Meyer, Chris DuPre, Pablo Perez, Gregg Stone, and others. Charley recently released his first solo CD entitled "Never The Same". Among the musicians featured on the CD are: Ron Wikso, Alphonso Johnson, Matt Bissonette, Kurt Griffey, Wally Minko, and Michito Sanchez. For more information about Charley's CD, click HERE. Charley enjoys playing on the worship team at The Rock of Roseville. Charley plays a vital role in Steelin' Dan, and is well known for his skill and discipline that enables him to perform the timeless Steely Dan sax solos note-perfect! He also plays the EWI (electronic wind instrument), writes the horn charts, and leads the horn section. With Ron, Charley is the longest-standing member of Steelin' Dan.

  Ron Hall - Bass Guitar, Founder & Manager
Ron Hall began his musical journey at a very young age, starting with the piano, then guitar, until discovering the bass at the age of 13. Inspired primarily by Old School R&B, funk, rock and blues, Ron is a veteran bassist with a long history of performing with many working bands in his native San Francisco bay area and throughout Northern California. He received a SAMMIE Award (Sacramento News & Review's "Sacramento Area Music Award") as bassist with The Blue Prairie Band. Ron is also respected for his tireless efforts as an advocate and promoter of live music in the Sacramento and surrounding areas, working with many different organizations, agents and venue operators. In July 2003, Ron decided to follow his passion and love of Steely Dan's music, and made the decision to create a band that could authentically replicate Steely Dan's music live. In addition to managing Steelin' Dan, Ron continues writing and is currently developing his solo project MADD DOG.

  Maurice Montgomery - Trumpet, Flugelhorn
Maurice Montgomery was awarded a music scholarship to the University of Nevada where he earned his Bachelor's Degree in Music Education. He then earned a scholarship to the Berklee College of Music where he studied with Herb Pomeroy and the world-renowned Carmine Caruso. Maurice is currently a member of the California Musical Theatre Orchestra performing in Broadway Shows at the Sacramento Community Center Theatre and Music Circus. He has shared the stage with many of the biggest names in show business including Burt Bacharach, Nancy Wilson, The Beach Boys, Cher, Natalie Cole, Liza Minelli, Pointer Sisters, Lou Rawls, John Denver, Frank Sinatra, and Manhattan Transfer. Maurice has also performed as a member of the orchestras for several Television Specials including The Tony Orlando Show, Dionne Warwick Show, Jerry Lewis Show and Sammy Davis Jr. Show. In addition to being a member of Steelin' Dan, Maurice teaches private lessons at Sacramento Country Day School and Tim's Band Instruments.

  Bob Williams - Trombone
Veteran trombonist Bob Williams is a much sought-after musician in Northern California. He boasts an impressive resume, starting with extensive training in both jazz and classical music as a young student. As he continued to develop his skills, he built a reputation among a long list of bands and orchestras covering a wide range of musical styles. For ten years Bob led the internationally known Wooden Nickel Jass Band, which was a fixture on the Dixieland and Traditional Jazz circuit. In addition to being a member of Steelin' Dan, Bob performs regularly with jazz groups Sister Swing and The Fulton Street Jazz Band. Bob is a past president of the Sacramento Traditional Jazz Society, which produces the world-famous annual Sacramento Jazz Festival & Jubilee. Bob performs as a freelance player with several hi-caliber bands, and is always in-demand due to his skill and specialization in a number of genres.

  Ray Merrill - Drums, Percussion
Ray Merrill started playing drums at the age of 16, after many years of playing trumpet in jazz, concert and stage bands in school. Arguably a late bloomer as drummers go, but his experience as a lead trumpet player has given him an innate sensitivity and a great ear. Once he caught the drum bug he never looked back. Under the tutelage of many great drum teachers such as Joe Porcaro, David Garibaldi of Tower of Power, Brian Melvin, Scott Morris and Pete Magadini to name a few. Ray has worked and played hard to develop a broad spectrum of styles, solid meter and his own approach to infectious grooves. This work has not gone unnoticed. Ray has played live and recorded with such artists as Al Stewart, Burt Bacharach, Gary Burr, Lamont Dosier, Trine Rein, Ronnie Montrose, Mic Fleetwood, Lee Roy Parnell, The Indigo Girls, Lisa Loeb, Kieran Goss and many others. Over the years Ray has held the drum seat for local Bay Area bands such as TED302, Buckeye, Dean DelRay and The Jimmy’s. In addition to being a member of Steelin' Dan, he is currently working with The Bacchus Brothers, Johnny Smith, and his own respected jazz-fusion band, Faldo's Toy.

 Dave Buehler - Keyboards
Dave Buehler has been part of the Sacramento and bay area music scene for over 30 years as a performing musician, recording engineer, and producer.  He studied classical piano from an early age and started playing in various jazz and rock groups while still in high school.   Dave ultimately went on to study in Los Angeles with Mike Garson, the highly respected pianist who has been David Bowie's keyboardist for several decades.  Dave has worked as a studio musician and/or producer on numerous advertising, corporate, and voice-over projects.  He has also performed with several critically acclaimed local jazz and pop artists including Henry Robinett, Phil Silas, Crayon, Ana G, and Mat Marucci.  The music of Steely Dan has been a huge influence for Dave over the years and is a perfect vehicle for him to express his jazz and pop sensibilities.  Dave's solo project: "The Dave Buehler Trio" has recently released it's debut CD: "ACOUSTIC IMPRESSIONS".   For more information about Dave and his CD, click HERE.

 Sandford Wragg - Lead Vocals
Sandford Wragg was born in Evanston, Illinois, but has spent most of his life in northern California.  After graduating from California State University Sacramento with a degree in English, he went on to study music at Berklee College of Music, Chapman College, and Longy Conservatory.  Sandford has also studied under some of the most respected voice instructors on the west coast.  He has toured Europe and Asia as a member of several choirs, including performances for the Pope at St. Marks Cathedral.  He has also performed as lead vocalist with several California-based rock and R&B bands over the years, which included opening for names such as: Ronnie Montrose, Pat Travers, and Elvin Bishop, to name a few.  Among Sandford's main influences are artists Chris Whitley, Chris Cornell, and Radio Head.  Sandford also writes music and is actively pursuing his own solo project.  Sandford's exceptional vocal abilities and versatility often finds him in demand involving genres as diverse as jazz, classical and opera.  His vocal skills are a huge part of every Steelin' Dan show, but he also brings to the stage his unique sense of humor AND his extraordinary showmanship and energy!

 LaKeisha Mondy - Vocals
A native of Sacramento California, LaKeisha Mondy is an exciting talent who is impressing fans with her extraordinary vocal skills.  Her education includes vocal instruction with Doreen Irwin at Sacramento City College, as well as experience with musical theatre, including performances with Images Theatre Company, James Wheatly (Celebration Arts), as well as Music Circus as an instructor for children - Outreach and Education.  LaKeisha's recent performances include being featured at the JAMZ Nationals in Las Vegas and performing with THE PARK (the bay area's much sought-after rhythm-section), as well as with Anthony Coleman II Simplistic Big Band (New York City and San Francisco area).  LaKeisha recently completed a four month tour of Japan.  Her main influences are Ella Fitzgerald, Doris Day, Anita Baker, and Amel Larrieux.  LaKeisha loves jazz, but is equally comfortable singing R&B, Rock, and Neo-Soul.  Her plans include finishing her music degree and completing her own project Mondy.

Michelle Delynn Shiflet - Photographer

Check out Michelle's photos of the band throughout this site and also online at: Michelle Delynn Photography