Meet the Band

Drew began playing trumpet in 5th grade and has been entrenched in music ever since.  He developed a solid foundation during his high school years and decided on a career in music education.  Drew played in several groups including Grand Fuzz before landing with Yessir!

Drew Davis

Gary began playing drums with neighborhood musicians in several start-up bands. He landed with the Southern Rock band Dixie where he did more vocal work and honed his skills as a front man.  Gary  ihas been the voice of Yessir! since its first year.   

Gary Schoenberger

Marty is the founding member of Yessir!  He began playing guitar during his high school years and performed with several local bands before finding a home with the Steve Marino Revue.  Marty launched Yessir! with several other musicians in 1994.

Marty Sauer

Dan began his musical endeavors with guitar lessons but switched to drums before working his way into some local groups.  He early years included the bands Allspice and two tours with Nickels.  Dan was most recently with the Jorrells before joining Yessir!

Dan VanDuyne

Deborah’s experience includes performing with local bands, solo work, and launching her own cabaret show.  She also performs with many theater groups including; The Black Rep, The New Jewish Theatre, and New Line Theatre.  Deborah has a degree in Vocal Jazz Performance from Webster University. 

Deborah Sharn

Dennis  began playing the saxophone in 5th grade.  He started playing with bands during his high school years and then worked in many local groups including; Canyon, Rapid Transit and the Steve Marino Revue.  Dennis has been with Yessir! since 2001.

Dennis LaRue

Gary has performed with the great Maynard Ferguson band. He has been a music teacher and performed with a litany of local groups including Morgantown , Bob Kuban and his own band, Westwood.  Gary ’s gutsy bass brings the Rock to the Yessir Band.

Gary Wood

Paul is a native of New York but has been living in St. Louis since 1990.  He grew up with music because his father was a talented singer and played numerous instruments.  Paul began taking lessons at age 9 and has been working professionally since that time.

Paul Westcott