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Don Stille
Don Stille proves he is . . . an artist to be reckoned with. The fluidity of his technique, the depth of his tone and the intellectual sophistication of his improvisations firmly established him as a polished and accomplished artist." ~ Howard Reich, Music Critic for the Chicago Tribune The Don Stille Trio creates a classy and exciting atmosphere for corporate receptions, weddings, cocktail parties and many other events. You hear Don at many of Chicago's hottest jazz clubs and fine hotels. He is a seasoned veteran with an extensive repertoire that is sure to impress even the most seasoned jazz enthusiast. He is available for solo piano, duo and trio performances. Don has performed in major cities throughout the country with a long list of nationally and internationally acclaimed jazz artists which include Clark Terry, Red Holloway, Roy Hargrove, Terry Gibbs, Ira Sullivan, Eddie Daniels and Doc Severinsen.
Corky McClerkin
A member of the soul jazz and bebop traditions, Corky has performed with Von Freeman, Sonny Stitt, Ray Brown, Elvin Jones, and Jack Dejohnette. He has accompanied Dee Dee Bridgewater, Earnestine Anderson, and Linda Hopkins, plus Chicago vocalists Sasha Daltonn, Dee Alexander, and Joan Colasso. Thanks to BET video replays of the Corky McClerkin Trio, jazz listeners around the world are aware of his talents. With Curtis Prince on Drums and John Whitfield on Bass, Corky's trio performs throughout the Chicagoland area. "Irrespective of style or tempo, hard bop, Latin or soul Jazz, McClerkin brings his many years of experience into play as he crafts each tune, making a special and distinctive statement with each". — Dave Nathan, All About Jazz "…without question, a very talented musician and composer". — Wes Gillespie, Sony Jazz Europe E-zine Corky "…swings with considerable abandon…is perpetually exciting…with dissonance or striking blues elements in every two-fisted chord he plays." — Howard Reich, Chicago Tribune
Tom Muellner
"Tom Muellner is a pianist and tunesmith of stellar magnitude". ~ Neil Tesser, Author of the Playboy Guide to Jazz The Tom Muellner Trio consists of piano, bass and drums. Performing music made famous by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Nat Cole and many others. The trio is perfect for adding excitement and class to corporate receptions, cocktail parties, trade shows and weddings. Tom headlines regularly at many of Chicago's prestigious jazz clubs, theaters and hotels. He has worked with many of the countries top jazz performs, such as Ira Sullivan, Eddie Daniels, Marvin Stamm, Bobby Ojeda, John Fedchock, Warren Kime, Mark Colby, Richie Cole, Von Freeman, Ron Dewar, Mike Smith, Redd Holt, Donny Osborne and the late Barrett Deems of Louis Armstrong fame. Tom has also worked as musical director for David Brenner and Tom Dreesen. Click on the link right to listen to the Tom Muellner Trio: www.tommujazz.com
Kelly Brand
Kelly Brand is an accomplished jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and educator who received her B. A. in Music from the U of IL Champaign. In 1978 she performed with Roy Eldridge and Barret Deems at the first Chicago Jazz Festival and has since led her own ensembles there several times. Kelly has also performed at the Ravinia Jazz Series with her own sextet, and then later there with Marian McPartland. In 2002 Kelly played on Joe Segal's Jazz Cruise, and was also featured at Symphony Center in a lineup of Chicago's top jazz pianists. In 2002 and 2003, she was awarded residencies in composition from the Ragdale Foundation, a prestigious artist's retreat. Kelly's music is presented on several CDs, including her own Sister Luna (Lakeside) and her own A Dream in a Stone (Koch Jazz), plus Mile by Jazz Mile and Ladies in Jazzland, which also includes Abbey Lincoln and Maria Schneider. Kelly has taught at the Merit Music Program in Chicago, the Ravinia Music Illumination program, and also teaches privately. With the Pangaea Quartet, she regularly presents music to students at Chicago public schools.
Thomas Gunther
The Thomas Gunther Trio is best known for its hard-driving swing performances. Rooted deeply in the tradition of swinging jazz, it thrills its audiences with sophisticated arrangements of unforgettable songs performed with great dynamic and feel. Dependent on the occasion, the trio will expand its repertory to include other styles like latin, fusion, ballads, modern jazz, originals, etc. The Thomas Gunther Trio performs jazz concerts, club gigs, as well as for dance/private events. |
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