Dave Kasper – Saxophone
Cleveland-based saxophonist Davey “Gravy” Kasper brings world-class talent and vibrant energy to weddings, galas, and private events. Performing wirelessly to custom backing tracks or alongside DJs, Dave delivers smooth, dynamic sax performances that keep guests engaged and the atmosphere unforgettable.
Saxxx ‘n Traxxx
If you and your crew enjoy grooving to R&B, funk, soul, disco, and smooth jazz, you’ll love the vibe that Saxxx ’n Traxxx brings to the stage. Featuring the smooth sounds of saxophonist Saxual White Chocolate, this act delivers a flavor you’ll keep coming back for — the kind of performance that leaves you smiling, moving, and wanting more.
Carey Viton
Carey Viton has had a multifaceted career for over 30 years. He began performing in high school with several R&B bands. After earning a B.M in Music Composition, he toured the country with various show bands.
Ilya Shteyndler
Ilya studied in Europe and has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Performance Piano with a specialty in jazz. He has been performing as a soloist and member of various bands in Cleveland area for over ten years. Ilya is well versed in styles from Jazz Standards, Smooth Jazz, Popular Tunes and Island Music.
Pete Cavano – Guitar
As a professional guitarist for close to 40 years, Pete Cavano is no stranger to the local music scene.
Performing with artists as diverse as the late Robert Lockwood Jr. and local legend Anne E. Dechant, to name just a few, has given Pete a formidable command of the guitar.
Wave Magnetik – Trumpet
Wave Magnetik (aka Donald Malloy) is an Ohio based producer and trumpeter. Being heavily rooted in jazz, he combines Electronic music productions with popular music his trumpet to create a blurred line between Electronic Dance Music and Jazz.
The Jazz Guys
The Jazz Guys will add that special musical touch to any event requiring quality music played by professional musicians. With dynamic vocals, a swingin’ saxophone, and jazzy keys, book The Jazz Guys and make your event memorable.
Jonathan Hooper
“Jonathan Hooper is an up-and-coming jazz pianist and singer out of Cleveland. The combination of the variety of his piano styles plus his luscious singing makes Mr. Hooper a double-entertainment threat! This young man is going to turn a lot of heads!” —Dave Frank, Assoc. Professor of Piano, Berklee College of Music
Evelyn Wright
A professional vocalist for over 30 plus years. Evelyn has been entertaining like no other in the styles of jazz, R&B and pop. She has opened for the likes of Mel Torme, Joan Rivers, Harry Belafonte, Bob James, Freddie Jackson, Regina Belle among others. Performs the Tri-C Jazzfest annually. She was awarded the Jazz Legend Award from Tri-C Community College in 2008.
Duo Unitas
Duo Unitas combines the talents of both woodwind player Thomas Lempner and guitarist Adam Sarata. They bring a flavorful arrangement of sambas, bossa novas, tangos, boleros, and Spanish music. As their name implies, Duo Unitas’ objective is to perform with unity of vision, character, musicianship, joy, and energy. The duo also performs classical repertoire for wedding ceremonies, and jazz standards for receptions and private parties.
Hot Djang! – Gypsy Jazz
Hot Djang! is an acoustic jazz quartet featuring violin, clarinet, acoustic guitars and upright bass. Their inspiration comes from the style of jazz made popular in Paris during the 1930s known as “Gypsy Jazz.” In addition, they play jazz and swing standards from the American Songbook.
Duo Post Prelude
Duo Post Prelude offers a large selection of music from many styles including Spanish, classical, pop, gypsy, jazz, oldies, waltz, and others, all arranged to fit their guitar duo style. They carefully design and rehearse their setlist based on the needs of the event such as the time required to perform, desired atmosphere, and special requests.
Joe Hunter & Dallas Coffey
Joe Hunter & Dallas Coffey are two solids in the Cleveland jazz scene whose names speak for themselves. They’ve been providing polished, toe tapping background, dinner and cocktail music for Cleveland Music Group clients for over a decade.
Eric Everett Jazz Productions
Since 2012, Eric Everett Jazz Productions has built an extensive client list, ranging from private & corporate parties, fundraisers, wedding cocktail hours to fine dining jazz restaurants and clubs in the Cleveland area. They look forward to adding the right musical touch to your special event!
Jeff Kennat Band
Winelight is extremely versatile. Winelight’s tasteful repertoire is comprised of numerous musical styles including the classic standards as well as newer smooth jazz and pop favorites performed in a contemporary and exciting style.
Don Disantis
With a background in both theater and music, Don Disantis has combined the two to present musical variety shows to enthusiastic audiences across northern Ohio. A former male vocalist for the Harry Hershey Orchestra, Don now has his own group of talented musicians, and continues to please audiences with his Sinatra, “Rat Pack” baritone style.
Private Event – Dave Sterner
PRIVATE EVENT is a jazz group led by veteran saxophonist Dave Sterner with 20+ years experience performing, recording and leading musical groups throughout the region. The group performs a wide variety of musical styles, including swing, ballads, Latin jazz and holiday favorites. Its repertoire comes from the American Song Book and includes familiar songs made famous by such legendary crooners as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Louis Armstrong, as well as, artists such as Norah Jones, Stevie Wonder, and The Beatles.
Dan Bruce – Guitar
By embracing the influence of his heroes from the jazz tradition and retaining his own musical personality, guitarist Dan Bruce has developed a unique and impressive musical voice. A recent transplant to Ohio after spending a decade as an important member of Chicago’s vibrant jazz scene, he is active throughout the United States as a performer, recording artist, composer and educator.
Matthew Horwich and Friends
For more than a decade, Matthew Horwich has performed as a freelance saxophonist in the Midwest, throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, Michigan and Illinois, playing at over a thousand special events and weekly engagements at hundreds of jazz clubs, bars, restaurants, country clubs, hotels, concerts, festivals, television shows, radio broadcasts, and private events.
