Gardyn Jazz Orchestra
Gardyn Jazz Orchestra
Jon C. Gardner (b.1987) is a composer and arranger based in Philadelphia, PA. While earning music degrees from the University of Valley Forge and UMass-Amherst, Jon apprenticed under Jeffery W. Holmes, and Guggenheim Recipient Dr. Felipe Salles studying copyist and arranging techniques along with jazz ensemble rehearsal techniques.
A three time honorable mention award winner in the international Ithaca College Jazz Composition Contest, Jon has come to be a very well sought after arranger and composer while maintaining an active performing role. Jon has served as an educator for various collegiate, k-12 ensembles throughout various areas of Pennsylvania; Massachusetts; Connecticut; and Poland.
Many of Jon’s compositions and arrangements can be heard in various high school and collegiate formats ranging from marching band shows to jazz ensemble pieces with orchestral numbers alike. Most notably, Jon has had the privilege to compose for the following ensembles: Beatlemania Now! and The Penny Lane Horns; Dan Gabel and The Abletones; The Hickory Brass Quintet; Jump City Jazz Orchestra; The Philly Kroc Jazz Orchestra; The University of Massachusetts in Amherst Jazz Ensemble 1 and Studio Orchestra; Ithaca College Jazz Ensemble.
When taking a break from his hectic music schedule, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife (Alayna) and their dog (Nani) by taking adventures into various cities exploring the numerous cultures offered.
Get ready for an unforgettable night of delectable cuisine and hard nosed jazz as the Gardyn Jazz Orchestra returns to Chris' jazz Cafe, Thursday November 21st. We’re bringing a fresh selection of new charts and fan favorites to keep the room buzzing. Joining us for this hit is saxophonist extraordinaire Dave Pollack! Don’t miss out on this special performance!
Set times 7:30pm & 9:00pm
Dinner & Show ~ $70 includes 3-course dinner.
General Admission ~ $15
(Beverages not included)
Dinner & Show fees include server gratuities.
Streaming on our YouTube channel: Chris' Jazz Cafe - YouTube
Jon C. Gardner (b.1987) is a composer and arranger based in Philadelphia, PA. While earning music degrees from the University of Valley Forge and UMass-Amherst, Jon apprenticed under Jeffery W. Holmes, and Guggenheim Recipient Dr. Felipe Salles studying copyist and arranging techniques along with jazz ensemble rehearsal techniques.
A three time honorable mention award winner in the international Ithaca College Jazz Composition Contest, Jon has come to be a very well sought after arranger and composer while maintaining an active performing role. Jon has served as an educator for various collegiate, k-12 ensembles throughout various areas of Pennsylvania; Massachusetts; Connecticut; and Poland.
Many of Jon’s compositions and arrangements can be heard in various high school and collegiate formats ranging from marching band shows to jazz ensemble pieces with orchestral numbers alike. Most notably, Jon has had the privilege to compose for the following ensembles: Beatlemania Now! and The Penny Lane Horns; Dan Gabel and The Abletones; The Hickory Brass Quintet; Jump City Jazz Orchestra; The Philly Kroc Jazz Orchestra; The University of Massachusetts in Amherst Jazz Ensemble 1 and Studio Orchestra; Ithaca College Jazz Ensemble.
When taking a break from his hectic music schedule, Jon enjoys spending time with his wife (Alayna) and their dog (Nani) by taking adventures into various cities exploring the numerous cultures offered.
Seating InfoView Seating Chart
Premier Tables:
The best seats in the house positioned directly in front of the performance stage (marked dark blue on the seating map).
Standard Tables:
Clear and unobstructed views of stage (marked purple on the seating map). A few tables have a partially obstructed view (marked light blue on the seating map).
Cocktail & Bar Area:
Seating at high-top tables and at the bar area available on a first come, first seated basis (marked green on the seating map). Tables may be shared for sold out shows. Two TV monitors with live video feed of the performance are conveniently located above the bar and cocktail areas.
- All ticket prices are per person.
- Dinner menu available in all sections.
- Your ticket is also your dining reservation.
- Every ticket gets a seat in area purchased and tables are reserved based on the date when you made your reservation.
- We will do our best to ensure that your entire group sits together, please let us know in the order notes if there are multiple ticket orders in your group.
- For any special needs or accommodation requests, please call us at 215-568-3131.
- Tickets are the same price whether purchased in person, over the phone or online.
- No refunds, professional cameras or outside food and drink.
- There is a limited amount of seating available for performances, if the show is sold out online, contact us at 215-568-3131 for seating availability.
Festival Seating:
Festival seating is our general admission ticket. The entire venue or a portion of the venue may be designated for festival admission. These tickets will guarantee you a seat for the show and you are free to sit anywhere in the venue based on a "first come, first seated" basis. This should also allow for larger groups to sit together.
- All ticket prices are per person.
- Dinner menu available in all sections.
- Your ticket is also your dining reservation.
- For any special needs or accommodation requests, please call us at 215-568-3131.
- Tickets are the same price whether purchased in person, over the phone or online.
- No refunds, professional cameras or outside food and drink.
- There is a limited amount of seating available for performances, if the show is sold out online, contact us at 215-568-3131 for seating availability.