Chicago Tribute Anthology
CTA is a 7-piece horn band dedicated to performing the music of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time: Chicago. The unique sound that was and is Chicago defined a generation and changed the sound of popular music forever. See us live and experience our concert set of Chicago’s greatest hits!
Our personnel are all veterans of the Chicago-area musical scene and have performed with notable national and local artists such as Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Mel Tormé, Tony Bennett, the Hat Guys, Flapjacks, Katie Sullivan, Legacy, the Four Man Acoustical Band, Farewell, Deja Groove, Bill Russo and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, Take 5, The Dana Legg Big Band, Woody Herman Orchestra, Fanfare, the Fox Valley Concert Band, and many other of the area’s finest musicians and ensembles.
In April of 1969, a new rock ‘n roll band burst onto the scene garnering nationwide attention. Born in the midwest and infused with elements of jazz, blues, and latin influences, the first album by “Chicago Transit Authority”, or CTA as they were commonly known, went double platinum. Such hits as Beginnings, Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?, and Question 67 & 68 propelled the band to popularity.
With a rock rhythm section led by the brilliant guitarist, Terry Kath, a powerful horn section, and unique vocals, the band now known simply as “Chicago” released their second album in January of 1970. Considered by many to be the band’s breakout album, Chicago 2 would also go platinum with hits like: Make me Smile; Colour My World; and 25 or 6 to 4.
Chicago became a dominant force in popular music during the 1970’s, producing at least one new album each year. This period was marked by the release of classic songs like, Free, Saturday in the Park, Dialogue, Just You ‘n Me, Feelin’ Stronger Every Day, Call On Me, and Old Days, to name a few.
CTA brings to life the ‘Golden Age’ of Chicago by meticulously recreating many of the great songs from the first 11 albums. Enjoy CTA live and experience all of these classic songs!
Chicago… of course! But also: The Beatles – Blood, Sweat & Tears – The Doobie Brothers – The Doors – Earth, Wind and Fire – Edgar Winter – ELP – Guess Who – Ides of March – Kansas – Looking Glass – Lynyrd Skynyrd – Steely Dan – Stevie Wonder – Sugarloaf – Tower of Power – Van Morrison – Yes – and many more!
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CTA, a 7-piece horn band, pays homage to the iconic music of Chicago, a band that redefined popular music with its unique sound. Comprised of seasoned musicians with extensive experience in the Chicago-area music scene, including performances with renowned artists like Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, CTA delivers a concert set featuring Chicago’s greatest hits. Chicago Transit Authority, later known simply as Chicago, burst onto the scene in 1969, blending rock with jazz, blues, and Latin influences, and quickly gained national acclaim with double platinum albums and chart-topping hits like “Beginnings” and “Make Me Smile.” Throughout the 1970s, Chicago dominated the music scene, releasing a string of classic albums and producing timeless songs such as “Saturday in the Park” and “Feelin’ Stronger Every Day.” CTA revives the golden age of Chicago, faithfully recreating the magic of the band’s first 11 albums in their live performances. Experience the nostalgia and energy of Chicago’s music with CTA and relive the classics that defined a generation.
CTA is: Tom Anderson, Paul Bata, Terry Geraci, Paul Mabin, Chuck Parrish, Dan Peters, John Springbrunn, and Reed Pauley.
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CTA is a 7-piece horn band dedicated to performing the music of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time: Chicago. The unique sound that was and is Chicago defined a generation and changed the sound of popular music forever. See us live and experience our concert set of Chicago’s greatest hits!
Our personnel are all veterans of the Chicago-area musical scene and have performed with notable national and local artists such as Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Mel Tormé, Tony Bennett, the Hat Guys, Flapjacks, Katie Sullivan, Legacy, the Four Man Acoustical Band, Farewell, Deja Groove, Bill Russo and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, Take 5, The Dana Legg Big Band, Woody Herman Orchestra, Fanfare, the Fox Valley Concert Band, and many other of the area’s finest musicians and ensembles.
In April of 1969, a new rock ‘n roll band burst onto the scene garnering nationwide attention. Born in the midwest and infused with elements of jazz, blues, and latin influences, the first album by “Chicago Transit Authority”, or CTA as they were commonly known, went double platinum. Such hits as Beginnings, Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?, and Question 67 & 68 propelled the band to popularity.
With a rock rhythm section led by the brilliant guitarist, Terry Kath, a powerful horn section, and unique vocals, the band now known simply as “Chicago” released their second album in January of 1970. Considered by many to be the band’s breakout album, Chicago 2 would also go platinum with hits like: Make me Smile; Colour My World; and 25 or 6 to 4.
Chicago became a dominant force in popular music during the 1970’s, producing at least one new album each year. This period was marked by the release of classic songs like, Free, Saturday in the Park, Dialogue, Just You ‘n Me, Feelin’ Stronger Every Day, Call On Me, and Old Days, to name a few.
CTA brings to life the ‘Golden Age’ of Chicago by meticulously recreating many of the great songs from the first 11 albums. Enjoy CTA live and experience all of these classic songs!
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CTA is a 7-piece horn band dedicated to performing the music of one of the most popular and enduring bands of all time: Chicago. The unique sound that was and is Chicago defined a generation and changed the sound of popular music forever. See us live and experience our concert set of Chicago’s greatest hits!
Our personnel are all veterans of the Chicago-area musical scene and have performed with notable national and local artists such as Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, Mel Tormé, Tony Bennett, the Hat Guys, Flapjacks, Katie Sullivan, Legacy, the Four Man Acoustical Band, Farewell, Deja Groove, Bill Russo and the Chicago Jazz Ensemble, Take 5, The Dana Legg Big Band, Woody Herman Orchestra, Fanfare, the Fox Valley Concert Band, and many other of the area’s finest musicians and ensembles.
In April of 1969, a new rock ‘n roll band burst onto the scene garnering nationwide attention. Born in the midwest and infused with elements of jazz, blues, and latin influences, the first album by “Chicago Transit Authority”, or CTA as they were commonly known, went double platinum. Such hits as Beginnings, Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?, and Question 67 & 68 propelled the band to popularity.
With a rock rhythm section led by the brilliant guitarist, Terry Kath, a powerful horn section, and unique vocals, the band now known simply as “Chicago” released their second album in January of 1970. Considered by many to be the band’s breakout album, Chicago 2 would also go platinum with hits like: Make me Smile; Colour My World; and 25 or 6 to 4.
Chicago became a dominant force in popular music during the 1970’s, producing at least one new album each year. This period was marked by the release of classic songs like, Free, Saturday in the Park, Dialogue, Just You ‘n Me, Feelin’ Stronger Every Day, Call On Me, and Old Days, to name a few.
CTA brings to life the ‘Golden Age’ of Chicago by meticulously recreating many of the great songs from the first 11 albums. Enjoy CTA live and experience all of these classic songs!
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Chicago… of course! But also: The Beatles – Blood, Sweat & Tears – The Doobie Brothers – The Doors – Earth, Wind and Fire – Edgar Winter – ELP – Guess Who – Ides of March – Kansas – Looking Glass – Lynyrd Skynyrd – Steely Dan – Stevie Wonder – Sugarloaf – Tower of Power – Van Morrison – Yes – and many more!
