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Enhance your gathering with the elegant sounds of jazz, played by Seattle's finest musicians. Pianist Bill Anschell was voted "Best Northwest Jazz Instrumentalist" of 2005 by the Seattle jazz community. He'll put together an ensemble to suit your needs, adding any configuration of bass, drums, sax, guitar, trumpet, and/or vocals. Anschell has a huge repertoire of standards from the American songbook, and also plays compositions by the great jazz composers. Free demo CD available on request.
www.billanschell.com/events.html
Guitarist and composer Andrew Boscardin has been performing and writing music for over 20 years. He performs regularly with his Nickel and Brass Septet and the 12-piece Zubatto Syndicate, as well as in jazz combos of all shapes and sizes. From duos and trios to large ensembles, playing choice standards, Brazilian music and originals, he can put together the perfect band for any event, including parties, corporate gigs and weddings.
www.boscology.com
Peter has shared the stage with a number of well known artists including Bill Dobbins, Tal Farlow, Rufus Reed, and Natalie Cole. In addition to Jazz he is comfortable in a wide range of styles including Classical, Latin/Brazilian, Blues and Rock. A strong reader, he is comfortable in a wide range of settings: Solos, Small Groups, Pit Orchestras and Show Bands.
www.carusoguitar.com
Plays jazz of the '20s & '30s! Organized by trombonist, Marc Smason, the band is a salute to, and extension of, the polyphonic hot jazz styles of New Orleans, Chicago and New York. The repertoire ranges from Louis Armstong to Charles Mingus and includes some original material as well.
www.marcsmason.com/the_chicago_7.htm
Very good at formal affairs such as Weddings, Inagural Balls, or any place where a more formal look & sound is needed.
www.davidgeorgemusic.com
Dancing & Entertaining with the Big Band sound - Lush Ballads, Latin Rhythms & Fast Paced Swing a Perfect addition to your special event!
www.coolen.com
In the Spirit of Lionel Hampton with Benny Goodman, Tito Puente, Cal Tjader, and Spyro-Gyra, Northwest Passage brings you the best of Jazz, Latin, and Fusion music featuring TOP Northwest recording and performing artists! This is great music for all types of private parties, weddings, fairs and festivals. Ed Hartman plays vibes (vibraphone) along with great musicians on sax, flute, clarinet, trumpet, keyboards, and drums. The band can play soft background music, or exciting uptempo concerts.
iwantaband.com/prod_nw.htm
Bandleader David George has assembled the best musicians available to entertain for your special occasion, whether it is a solo trumpet, swinging jazz band or fiery Latin ensemble David George is the perfect choice to guarantee a memorable musical experience.
www.davidgeorgemusic.com
The highest level of musical performance and professionalism in the Puget Sound region.
www.eskimo.com/%7Eseanote/jazzq.html
An amazing band out of the New Seattle Movement DVonne Lewis: Drums, Evan Flory-Barnes: Bass, Josh Rawlings: Keyboard, Ahamefule Oluo: Trumpet.
www.industrialrevelation.com
Charles offers several performance acts, (to suit your individual style and budget requirements), that include: Solo, Duet, and Full ensembles.
www.talentmatch.com/projectla
Local band leader/bassist Pete Leinonen has six bands that range from Swing, Big Band, modern Jazz, Latin, and Hawaiian, to a true Mardi Gras Dixieland Brass band!
www.originalcast.com
Jazz trumpet artist Chad McCullough has done several international tours, and performed with many of the great names in jazz today.
www.chadmccullough.com
Seattle native, Bren Plummer has been playing professionally since the age of 16 and composing since 8. Specializing in a wide variety of styles including classical, jazz, and funk, Bren is a disciple of the double bass, and has performed all over the United States and Europe. A natural jazz player, gifted improviser, and thoughtful composer, Bren has recently undergone a period of intense study in jazz and classical technique on the double bass and is now pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts Degree in String Performance while maintaining a vigorous performance schedule.
brenplummer.com
Jim Parsons is a Seattle native who has performed in a variety of settings including improvisational music, piano jazz trio/quartet/nonet, studio recording, top 40/covers, original projects, country, and western swing, as well as many professional musical theatre productions.
He is currently freelancing in a variety of projects. My recent performance experience includes the Pop Logic, the Riffbrokers, Ghost Lobby, Jonathan Rooke, Karin Blaine, Jonathan Harris, and the Nate Omdal Nonet. I've recently recorded with vocalist Joni Wilm, singer/songwriter Phillip 'Shiny' Johnson, the Nate Omdal Nonet and pianist/composer Michael Owcharuk. I have drum teched at studios throughout Seattle such as London Bridge, Fastback, Soundhouse, Orbit Audio and Attercop for clients such as the Blakes, the Lonely H, Broadcast Debut (Jon Auer producer) and Ice Age Cobra among others. Also, I provide percussion, snare/drum rentals, tuning and other tech services at affordable rates and can help you achieve a great drum sound, as I've also built custom drums for Nickeldrumworks.
Additionally he teaches private drum/percussion lessons for all ages and levels of experience.
rhythm3738@yahoo.com
Specializing in various music styles, types of engagements and group configurations, Josh Rawlings is a professional choice for live music. Josh has been performing around the greater Seattle area for 5+ years and has established himself as a young promising pianist, composer, arranger and band leader. Please visit his website for a full biography, schedule of performances and contact information. If you're looking for fun, entertaining and joyful music you neednt look any further!
www.joshrawlings.com
Steve plays with the Latin groups Groove Band and Rumba Kings, and regularly performs with flamenco singers and dancers. A jazz drummer as well, he plays in several versatile groups and is an active drum instructor.
www.steveroydrums.com
A danceable mix of Swing, R&B, Latin, Jazz Standards, and Blues consisting of vocals, guitar, keyboards, saxophone, bass and drums.
www.MaiaSantell.comTrombone & Voice
Marc's Jazz groups are:
Better World - contemporary jazz
Chicago 7 - jazz of the 1930s
3 much fun - free improv horn trio
Check out these fabulous groups at www.marcsmason.com.
Singer/Songwriter Ryan Smith's music has been featured in "Hip Hoods" on KSTW Channel 11, in "Northwest Spaces" on KIRO Channel 7, and other documentaries on KCTS Channel 9. He fuses styles of Blues, R&B, jazz, gospel and folk into his own style for a dynamic performance!
ryansheasmith.com
After 12 years in New York City, trumpeter Bruce Staelens has brought his vast musical talents to the Pacific Northwest. He is veteran of more than two dozen Broadway shows, has played in some of the finest big bands in the country, and has performed with numerous jazz legends. His jazz ensembles range from trio to 18 piece big band with vocalist, and have performed in various settings around the world, including many major jazz festivals.
www.smith-staelens.com
www.myspace.com/brucestaelensquintet
Fronted by the Fender Rhodes wizardry of young lion Josh Rawlings and propelled by the groovy duo of up-and-coming bassist Flory-Barnes and spiritual drummer Jeremy Jones, the group improvises an uninhibited set of raw and soothing vibes that will still the most hyperactive of souls.
www.theteachingmusic.com