Depending on where you are in the world, the weather may be warmer than is typical for wintertime, but that’s no reason you can’t embrace the coziness of the season with some music from our clients that’s sure to warm your soul right up.
We are incredibly proud to serve these artists. Get to know a bit about them as you listen and watch below. And keep in mind: if you’ve got an event coming up, these musicians know how make it one for the ages. Don’t hesitate to inquire about booking.
The Ladybugs
The Ladybugs play a unique blend of genres they call “dreamy Latin cowgirl jazz” with a repertoire that reflects their home city: culturally diverse, fashionable, and welcoming to all people. They combine their reverence for the Great American Songbook with the music of their Cuban, Colombian, and Brazilian heritage to create a uniquely New York sound.
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Inspired by neo-soul greats like D’Angelo and Erykah Badu — and informed by their background in Brooklyn’s jazz scene — fake tapes is all about the pleasure principle. They exist at the intersection of jazz, R&B, and funk, but above all, they share soulful music in a fun and creative way.
The Vipers
The Vipers are an early jazz, swing, and blues band — featuring acoustic guitar, upright bass, trumpet, saxophone, and homemade washboard percussion. Their repertoire of witty songs from the 1920s and 30s, classic blues, R&B, and western swing is augmented by original tunes with moving (yet often bawdy) lyrics and catchy four-part vocal harmony.
Four-Ever Yours String Quartet
Based in New York City, Four-Ever Yours String Quartet is an enchanting, elegant group of string musicians known for their lush renditions of classical and popular favorites.
Alex Levin Trio
The Alex Levin Trio prides itself on being one of the best jazz bands in New York City. They have celebrated the Great American Songbook with performances at Top of the Rock, Top of the Standard, The W Hotel, Chelsea Piers, and Smalls Jazz Club in the West Village, to name a few. Simply put, the Alex Levin Trio sets the gold standard for jazz piano and swing in New York.
Chika and the Starry Night
Fronted by Chika Tanaka and her husband Tatsuya Sakurai, this ensemble’s swinging style is informed by their love of jazz — as well as their devotion to one another. Their soulful, elegant sound may leave you a bit starry-eyed.
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Clipper Erickson
With training from Juilliard and Yale, Clipper Erickson has earned many prizes and widespread critical acclaim in his career as a pianist. He has played at Moscow Conservatory, Kennedy Center, and Carnegie Hall, and his performances demonstrate a commitment to underrepresented composers, past and present.
Street of Dreams Jazz Band
Street of Dreams Jazz Band is a vintage jazz and swing group with a lush, romantic sound. The New York City-based ensemble features gorgeous arrangements of timeless jazz standards from the Great American Songbook — and an era when swing was king.
Love, Charley
Love, Charley is inspired by a bygone era of flappers and speakeasies. This New York City-based hot jazz and swing band features the transcendent vocals of Martina DaSilva, whose timeless sound sparkles like champagne.
The B# Trio
The B# Trio will get your fingers snapping and toes tapping. Featuring jazz favorite Ryo Sasaki and his superb trumpet playing skills, The B# Trio is a sharp, wonderfully uplifting ensemble that will transport you to the heyday of jazz.
Evergreen Jazz Band
The Evergreen Jazz Band embodies the essence of vintage jazz — especially in the style of Billie Holiday. They bring a swinging sense of be-bop to the American Songbook, and their creative arrangements always illuminate something new in the classic standards we all love.
Sarah King and the Smoke Rings
Sarah King and the Smoke Rings evoke the elegance and charm of the swing era, playing music from the 30s and 40s with wit and style. An extraordinarily elegant band with regular performances at The Standard Hotel in New York City, they deliver unforgettable sophistication and style — and go great with a fizzy cocktail!
The Lovesome
The Lovesome performs effervescent, danceable jazz and vintage R&B from the 40s through 70s. Anchored by the rich vocals of Kelsey Jillette, the group celebrates songs made famous by Ray Charles, Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, Etta James, and many more.
