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MEET NEW ODYSSEY
New Odyssey has been together over thirty years. The secret to their success is their ability to adapt to any and every audience.  From performing arts theaters and corporate events to festival beer tents, New Odyssey is prepared for anything! While using the latest technology and equipment, they are constantly updating their material and creating timeless musical compositions that surprise and delight everyone.

New Odyssey will simply mesmerize you. Classic rock, country, novelty and specialty arrangements are all the calling card of this must see group. Three Guys, Thirty Instruments.   New Odyssey.  The most unique act on the circuit. 

Gary Todd Michael Jay Gary Polkow
Drummer and comic, has been involved in show business since age 2 when he started performing as an acrobat with his family act "The Tumbling Todds". As well as singing and performing on over fifteen musical instruments, GARY TODD is absolutely hilarious, outlandish, and totally unpredictable. Began singing and playing guitar at age 12. By the time he was 21 he was playing bass, composing music for his own bands and performing along side national recording artists. Michael has done television and radio, was a musical director and is involved in music ministry at his church. He has also sang the National Anthem for the Chicago Cubs. As well as playing ten instruments, MICHAEL JAY is the vocal strong point of the band.

Began his piano training at age 7. By age 8 he was rewriting and performing traditional classical children’s pieces. His list of credits includes film credits, synthesizer sound design, music and choir director, as well as the musical director of New Odyssey.