Lucky Shoes Band

幸运鞋子乐队

Lucky Shoes Band is Guiyang’s first pop-jazz band, consisting of six music-loving professionals who have received professional music education and are an important part of the entertainment scene in Guizhou Province. The band is made up of teachers from Guiyang University and musicians from the Guiyang Symphony Orchestra. The band brings a new form of music into the cultural life of the people of Guiyang and publicizes and promotes jazz to the people.

Band Members

Ge Zhen

Saxophone

Student of Professor Wang Haiping, saxophonist and educator at Guizhou University; instructor for Guiyang Middle School Students Symphony Orchestra and principal of the saxophone section in Guiyang Youth Symphonic Wind Ensemble; received guidance from Nicolas Voller, saxophone professor at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique de Dijon and endorsing artist for the world-renowned saxophone brand Selmer.

Qiu Zhongzhi

Saxophone

Associate Professor of Saxophone at Guiyang University of Humanities and Science and Technology, Master’s graduate from Belarusian State Academy of Music, international endorsing artist for Paul Mauriat Saxophones and China endorser for Jody Jazz Saxophone Mouthpieces, council member of Guizhou Wind Music Association, and currently a doctoral candidate.

Oleksandr Mulyk

Trombone

Born in Ukraine. Graduated from Uman Music School in 2010 and the Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine in 2015. During his studies, he became a laureate of numerous Ukrainian and international competitions. In 2015, he won the position of Principal Trombone at the Kyiv Opera and Ballet Theatre. In 2018, he was invited to serve as Principal Trombone of the Kunming International Philharmonic Orchestra, and since 2020, he has been the Trombone player of the Guiyang Symphony Orchestra.

Martin Woods

Percussion

Born in Somerset, England. Graduated with a degree in Music Performance from the University of Westminster, London, UK. With 20 years of dedicated drumming performance experience. From 2008 to 2023, served as a touring band drummer performing in London, UK – created drum parts for numerous domestic and international local bands – involved in creative design for band merchandise. From 2006 to 2015, taught drumming to students of all ages, covering all music genres.

Nic Butts

Bass guitar

Nic hails from Fort Worth, Texas, USA. From 2005 to 2010, he studied Music Education at the University of North Texas, where he performed both jazz and classical music. After graduation, he relocated to Austin, Texas, performing with local jazz, country, and funk ensembles. He currently resides in Guiyang, Guizhou, where he teaches and performs various music genres with local musicians.

Special Guest:

Morris Sebastianutto

Trumpet

Italian trumpeter Morris has served as principal trumpet player in numerous symphony orchestra performances both domestically and internationally. He has collaborated with orchestras including the China NCPA Orchestra, Milan Symphony Orchestra, Central European Chamber Orchestra, Sofia Festival Orchestra, and Japan Philharmonic Orchestra. Since January 2022, he has been serving as Principal Trumpet of the Chengdu Symphony Orchestra.

Concert Programs

The Lucky Shoes Band presents four distinctive concert programs:

Jazz Night – A feast of classic improvisational jazz

「Lucky Brass Carnival Night」Explosive jazz classics

When six brass instruments ignite the stage simultaneously, the golden age of jazz is reborn tonight! The Lucky Shoes Band takes you on a fiery journey through swing, funk, and pop jazz highlights. From Benny Goodman’s classic “Sing, Sing, Sing” to Stevie Wonder’s groovy “Sir Duke”, from Glenn Miller’s enchanting “In the Mood” to a surprising jazz rendition of “Hey Jude”—every note sparks with improvisational brilliance and infectious swing. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a brass-powered dance revolution! Ready to experience this explosive jazz extravaganza?

 

Funk/Pop – Groovy contemporary sounds

「Lucky Shoes Cosmic Bungee」Retro funk meets chart-topping pop

When vintage funk grooves collide with contemporary pop heat, the Lucky Shoes Band launches you on a wild bungee jump across the musical universe! From soulful covers of Adele’s “Hello” to radical rearrangements of Taylor Swift’s “Blank Space”, from Queen’s timeless energy in “Don’t Stop Me Now” to the disco frenzy of “Funkytown”—each note defies gravity.
This is a boundary-breaking musical experiment: saxophones converse with synths, funk basslines inject new soul into pop anthems. When “Stand By Me” meets funk rhythms, or when Ariana Grande’s “Problem” gets a brass makeover, you’ll rediscover music’s primal joy—no thinking required, just feel!

 

Anime Mania – Relive childhood melodies

「Lucky Brass 2D World」Full lineup of anime masterpieces

When Naruto’s theme erupts through brass power, or Slam Dunk’s melodies fuse with jazz improvisation, an anime fan’s ultimate music carnival begins! The Lucky Shoes Band resurrects iconic anime soundtracks with six-piece brass energy—from Doraemon’s nostalgic whimsy to Attack on Titan’s epic movements, Frozen’s magical motifs to Cowboy Bebop’s jazz romance.
Beyond mere covers, this is creative reinvention. In a special “cosplay” segment, musicians transform into beloved characters, transporting you to 2D worlds. When “Let It Go”‘s climax meets trumpet pyrotechnics, or “Tank!”‘s jazz rhythms awaken in brass—you’ll witness anime music as never before!

 

New Year Special – Exclusive holiday performance

「Lucky Shoes New Year Gift Pack」All-night jazz carnival

When “Jingle Bells” grooves to funk beats, or “Last Christmas” dons a jazz coat, the Lucky Shoes Band delivers the ultimate New Year’s sonic gift box! From Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” to a rebellious take on Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box”, “New York New York”‘s urban pulse to “Carol of the Bells”‘ majestic variations—each piece is reinvented through brass alchemy.
This isn’t your typical holiday concert but a rule-breaking celebration—musicians improvise in Santa hats, audiences clap along to “Take On Me”, and you might even join the band onstage. When “Silent Night”‘s tranquility meets “Some Skunk Funk”‘s wildness in one night, you’ll learn: the best New Year’s gift is total musical immersion.

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