The McFadden Brothers
Lonnie
and Ronald McFadden
Brothers
The
McFadden Brothers are a Kansas City tap dancing and musical
performance sensation. The McFadden Brothers started
performing as a duo after McFadden brother Lonnie left his band
"Lonnie and The Band" in the 1980's. Comprised of brothers
Lonnie McFadden (trumpet, tap dancing, vocals) and Ronald
McFadden (saxophone, tap dancing and vocals) the McFadden
Brothers are the sons of James McFadden, a sensational famous tap
dancer. Father James taught the McFadden brothers how to
entertain audiences at a very young age.
The McFadden Brothers have toured extensively around the country and
have performed with many great artists. The McFadden Brothers
performed as a part of the
Wayne Newton show for over 2 years at The MGM Grand in Las
Vegas.
The
McFadden Brothers also performed with Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Orlando,
The Count Basie Orchestra, Miles Davis and Wynton Marsalis just to
name a few.
The
McFadden Brothers have appeared on many local and national
television programs throughout their career including "Incredible
Sunday's".
The
McFadden Brothers continue to appear at local Kansas City shows and
also teach tap dancing. Brother Lonnie McFadden plays several
shows per week with his own band. |
