Entirely student-founded, the Philadelphia Ambassador Big Band's mission is to both rejuvenate the Philadelphia jazz big band scene and preserve the legacy and compositional genius of Duke Ellington and other legendary big band composers. The band features the most talented young musicians in the area and will perform regularly throughout the year at both our home base, the Philadelphia Clef Club, and various jazz venues and clubs around the city.

Show times 8PM ($20) and 10PM ($15)

Late night with saxophonist, Victor North

11:30PM-2AM

The Jump City Jazz Orchestra is a dynamic big band orchestra comprised of eighteen of the Delaware Valley's finest musicians and vocalists. With our authentic big band sound, the Jump City Jazz Orchestra has delighted audiences at concerts, dances, weddings and corporate events with its entertaining and exciting performances of the 20th Century's greatest music since its founding in 1994.

James Santangelo - Piano

Showtimes 11:30PM-2AM

High energy big band led by Joe Bongovi

Students get a $5 table credit when you purchase this ticket online

7:30PM-11PM ~ $10

8PM-Midnight ~ $10 Students receive a $5 table credit when you purchase his ticket online

Steven Perry is a drummer / percussionist / composer hailing from Osceola, Indiana. His group will feature his own original compositions, as well as classic standards, and tunes by members of the band.

8PM-Midnight ~ $10 Students get a $5 table credit when you purchase this ticket online

8PM till Midnight ~ $10 students get a $5 table credit when you purchase this ticket online

This quintet features: Rosalie Swana on vocals, Madison Rast on Bass, Zion Fritzinger on guitar, Gusten Rudolph on Drums, and Elliot Bild on trumpet

8PM ~ Midnight, $10

Includes guitar, bass, drums, and vocals

8PM-Midnight ~ $10 Students get a $5 table credit when you purchase this ticket online!

Featuring Philip Harper/ Trumpet, Victor North /Tenor Sax, Marcus Persiani / Piano, Lee Smith / Bass

In a career spanning more than three decades, beginning as an elite sideman with the likes of Sonny Rollins, Stanley Turrentine, and Dr. John, and progressed into a few DownBeat Critics Poll nods as one of he world's best Jazz guitarists, Bobby Broom has develiped a sound that is smooth and complex; familiar, yet always exciting

Admission: $25 for 8pm show ~ $20 for 10pm show

Featuring Special Guest Flautist Andrea Brachfeld

Show times: 8PM ~ $25 & 10PM ~ $20

Davina Sowers – Vocals/Piano/Ukulele

Zack Lozier – Trumpet/Vocals

Ben Link – Tromobne/Vocals

Connor McRae Hammergren – Drums/Vocals

Matt Blake – Upright Bass

DATV’s shows are filled with New Orleans charm, Memphis soul swagger, dark theatrical moments that evoke Kurt Weill, and tender gospel passages. Davina’s voice and stage presence defy category in a different way. Davina has been compared to Etta James, Amy Winehouse, Janis Joplin, Billie Holiday and Betty Boop, but comparisons don’t suffice:Sowers is a true original.

Boasting a raw, vigorous sound, a raucous, unpredictable vibe, and a membership ranging from elders to rising stars, the Captain Black Big Band has rapidly seized the attention of the jazz world to become one of the most vital big bands on the modern scene. That's no surprise given the leadership of pianist/composer Orrin Evans, who imbues the ensemble with his distinctively bold, bracing sensibility.8PM ~ $20

10PM ~ $15

Joanna Pascale brings her sultry voice to Chris' stage for one night with composer / saxophonist, Larry McKenna and his orchestra.

$15 per show, show times 8PM & 10PM

Gene Krupa was an American jazz and big band drummer, band leader, actor, and composer. Known for his highly energetic, flamboyant style and for his showmanship.

Show times 8PM ~ $20 & 10PM ~ $15

ONE NIGHT ONLY!!

Show Times: 8PM ($35) & 10PM ($30)

10 Piece Orchestra ~ Show times 8PM, $20 & 10PM, $15

"Entrenched musically in the rich jazz legacy of Philadelphia, Josh Lawrence is one of the current stalwart musicians of the next generation deeply steeped in tradition and exemplifying a control and lyricism that is slowly but assuredly leading him towards a singular voice on his instrument." - Saxophonist Tim Warfield

Callaway's live performances showcase her warmth, spontaneous wit and passionate delivery of standards, jazz classics and originals.

Show times 8PM & 10PM ~ $35

Pat Martino brings his trio to Chris' for two nights. Don't miss this event, it will sell out!

Friday & Saturday: 8PM & 10PM ~ $35 per show

Sets 8pm & 10pm

Touring with his new recording ~ Long Way From Home

Cincotti has morphed genres and blended influences in a variety of ways, but his story currently unfolds over uncharted terrain on his new album Long Way From Home.

Show times - 8PM & 10PM
Admission: $35 per show

Michael Pedicin's latest album, As It Should Be: ballads 2, will be available soon! For a sneak preview, check out his beautiful new version of "Bridge Over Troubled Water" on his video page.

One night only! 8PM ~ $25 & 10PM ~ $20

Sets 8pm & 10pm

Friday : $25 for 1st show, $20 for 2nd show

Satruday : $25 1st & 2nd show

Guitarist Jonathan Kreisberg has been steadily building his name as one of the most compelling composer/performers in Jazz. Combining timeless melodicism with forward thinking lines and textures, His style and approach has created a strong following of fans around the world. He frequently tours worldwide and records with his own groups as well artists such as Dr. Lonnie Smith, who says of Kreisberg "He is a passionate musician with great vision, and he is constantly in fiery pursuit of innovation."

Featuring special guest guitarist, Peter Bernstein