Linda Lee
Linda Lee was the full-time Entertainment Coordinator and House Musician for the World-Famous Frankenmuth Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Michigan for 35 years. Before she was officially fulltime in Frankenmuth, she was "on the road" with her band traveling the USA and playing at many venues and festivals.
She was also their "goodwill ambassador" promoting German Hospitality wherever she went. In addition to her regular Bavarian Inn Schedule, five days a week, Linda also maintained a private schedule, performing at various parties, festivals and concerts throughout the United States and Canada, and she loves every minute of it!
Working in Frankenmuth at the Bavarian Inn was indeed a real blessing! Linda had the wonderful opportunity to meet people from all over the world on a daily basis. She not only met new friends, but since Bavarian Inn is about "gathering," it was not unusual for guests to come back regularly to reunited with their family and friends. Of course, Linda Lee was always included in their gathering by performing some of their favorite tunes for musical enjoyment, but for some happy sing-a-longs. Linda Lee loves her accordions. Linda Lee is retiring now after her life-long passion of playing good music. She will be performing back in Frankenmuth on a time-to-time basis, as needed. She also will maintain a very music private schedule both with herself, and with her wonderful band. She is available for just about anything that you want music for.
Beginning music lessons at the age of seven, Linda plays the accordion, clarinet and saxophone. She began entertaining at parties and banquets at the age of ten. After she married her husband in 1967, and then became the mother of her three children, Linda organized her first professional band "LINDA LEE AND THE GOLDEN-AIRES." When her children showed an interest in the music business, they were invited to participate under the name of the BROWN FAMILY SINGER'S and they even recorded a record. Now they are adults on their own, living in various cities and states. They still enjoy their music and have remained friends with the fans and musical colleagues.
Linda Lee also has a deep love for animals, especially dogs. She has one furry friend living with her and her husband. She is always eager to come home to Fritzie,a black lab.-mountain Cur mix. She calls him her "polka mascot" as he loves to listen to the polka music that fills the air constantly in her home.
Fritzie was found in Kentucky and brought up to Michigan where Linda and her husband, Roger, adopted him. He is training under John DuBois. John is a retired K9 officer, and he has great hopes for Fritzie. Some of Fritzie's accomplishments this year include CANINE GOOD CITIZEN, CANINE GOOD CITIZEN ADVANCED, AND URBAN CANINE GOOD CITIZEN. We are currently working on other facets of dog training, This is all part of AKC Kennel Club. He is also being trained as a SERVICE DOG .
This year will mark the 57th Wedding Anniversary of Linda and Roger. It is definitely a huge milestone. Time sure does fly by quickly and our 57 years together have been fabulous! Husband Roger can be seen with Linda Lee on most days as he is her Audio Engineer, helper and best friend.
"Music is my life and music IS a gift from God" says Linda Lee, who was also a polka DJ on several radio stations each week, along with her partner of 25 plus years, Wild Bill, they can be found on many stations, including 247Polkaheaven.com and KTWH, Two Harbors, MN.
One of her musical partners, Tommy Vale, puts many videos on YouTube, where you can watch them perform in various places. OLDIESROCKANDROLLER is the name to subscribe to on YouTube, or just search for Linda Lee and/or Tommy Vale. Also, search for Larry Hammond Linda Lee on YouTube for a complete production of Linda Lee's 50th Musical Anniversary.
Linda Lee is proud to have the perfect dream band with seasoned musicians. This is my final group, says Linda Lee, because we all work together so well. You can see their BIO' on the Band Page.
Linda Lee also just found out that she is an official nominee for LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD IN THE CLEVELAND STYLE NATIONAL POLKA HALL OF FAME IN CLEVELAND, OHIO.
More on that later. Event takes place in Cleveland in November 2024.
For more information on the National Polka Hall of Fame and/or to become a member, please contact them at telephone 216.261.FAME (3263)