The String Showdown
Interactive Music Show
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The String Showdown is a premier live music experience that blends world-class musicianship with dynamic audience engagement. Led by accomplished performers Greg Byers (cello, guitar, vocals) and Theo Brown (piano, vocals), this high-energy duo delivers an interactive show that is as entertaining as it is musically exceptional.
With a repertoire that spans from vintage oldies to contemporary chart-toppers, The String Showdown is uniquely equipped to cater to a wide range of audiences and event types. Their seamless vocal harmonies, combined with Greg’s expertise on the cello and Theo’s skillful piano performance, create a sophisticated and versatile sound that elevates any event.
What sets The String Showdown apart is their ability to engage audiences in a meaningful and memorable way. Using interactive elements like live karaoke and a crowd-driven Applause-O-Meter, they tailor each performance in real-time to suit the energy and preferences of the audience—creating a truly customized experience.
Professional, reliable, and endlessly engaging, The String Showdown is an ideal choice for corporate events, conferences, public and private functions. They don’t just perform music—they create lasting impressions.
>> Career Highlights
• Love Is Blind (Season 8)
• Minnesota State Fair
• Wisconsin State Fair
• South Carolina State Fair
• Mall of America
• WE Fest
• Treasure Island Casino
• Grand Casino Hinckley
• Amery Fall Festival
• Paradise Center for the Arts
• Polk State College
Corporate Clients include:
• 3M
• Josten's
• Ardent Mills
• Royal Bank of Canada
• Affinity Plus FCU
• Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
• Essentia Health
>> Testimonials
"Loved it; the audience was very engaged throughout. They are really nice and incredibly personable. They listened to each audience member who wanted to chat with them after the show. Best concert we’ve had in a while!"
-Great Falls Concert Association
"We loved the concert! Their energy was off the charts. Their technique was incredible when they jumped off the stage to perform out among the audience patrons. Their jokes were very entertaining and engaging throughout as well! I would highly recommend The String Showdown to any community!!"
-Grand Island Concert Association
"We heard great feedback from our attendees on how fun and interactive The String Showdown was, they loved it! They can expect to hear from us again soon!"
- South Dakota Municipal League
"These two talented musicians rocked the house... string style!"
- Pipestone Performing Arts Center
"The String Showdown put on a great show, comical and very musically talented!"
- Washington Pavilion
"We heard great feedback from our attendees on how fun and interactive The String Showdown was, they loved it! They can expect to hear from us again soon!"
- South Dakota Municipal League
"These two talented musicians rocked the house... string style!" - Pipestone Performing Arts Center
"Wow! I was blown away last night by The String Showdown's performance in Rock Springs, Wyoming! Their talents are amazing and the variety of music and styles was a treat!"
- Broadway Theater
"They were amazing, I wish we booked them for a longer time!
- BankIn Minnesota
"Everyone had such wonderfully amazing things to say about the performances! TOP NOTCH! We would definitely like to see you again here at Grand Casino Hinckley!"
-Grand Casino Hinckley (MN)
"It was a fun night! The String showdown was great and they adjusted to whatever our crowd wanted!"
-Ranco Fertiservice, Inc.
"Greg & Mike were amazing. Everyone had a blast!! Thanks for all your help getting us set up."
-Northwest Bank
"(String Showdown) layering of their instruments was wonderful... In the space of an hour, they urged so much versatility from the strings.”
-City Newspaper
"Easily one of the top improvising string duos on the planet today."
-Christian Howes
>> Basic Set-Up Needs
The following set-up information is suggested to provide your audience with the best performance possible:
•A stage the size of 16 ft. X 20 ft. is ideal for the performance (although, larger is always better!). The String Showdown offers an interactive show and audience members are invited on stage to participate during the performance. The absolute minimum space required is 12 ft. X 12 ft.
•The stage should be set as close to the audience as possible with care taken to keep seating in front of the stage as much as possible.
•Having a secure and private room (dressing room) near the performance area is extremely helpful to store personal belongings, etc.
•Artist provides their own sound and lights for most settings. Please ensure electrical outlets are located near the performing area.
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>> Pricing Information
Pricing for each act varies depending on a number of factors including: location of the event; popularity of the date; routing for each act; type of event; single or multiple day performances; length of show, etc. To get a specific and accurate quote for your event please contact our office by completing the form below or calling (612) 361-6002. We respond very quickly to answer all our clients' questions.
