B.D. Lenz
Jazz Band in Newark, New Jersey
Why hire B.D. Lenz?
B.D. Lenz is a guitarist extraordinaire. His band plays everything from lush jazz standards to high-energy jazz rock flavored with the infectious grooves of Latin and Funk. His versatile ensemble can do it all from raging parties to quiet cocktail. He is signed to NY jazz label Apria Records, has released seven nationally acclaimed recordings, and has performed internationally for TV, radio, festivals, clubs, corporate/private, bookstores, cafes, etc. By adding a vocalist(s), this group can also become a versatile party band playing classic tunes from all eras - 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's to current. B.D. can also perform solo classical or jazz guitar. ** Press kit available upon request **
B.D. Lenz Band was THE best band I have encountered so far. B.D was informative, prompt, responsive from the initial email,and even though I didn't really give them clear direction, they knew exactly what type of environment to creat for my wedding reception. Everyone complimented on the music and our reception was trually exceptional b/c of their music.
Hands down B.D Lenz is the band to go!
Hired by: Hana O.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: November 27th, 2010
Event: Wedding Reception in Tenafly, New Jersey
Services provided: Jazz Band
I had the good fortune to have Mr. Lenz and his group to play at my wedding reception recently. From the beginning, Mr. Lenz was cordial and professional. He responded to all of my correspondence promptly, was open to my ideas for musical styles, and made us feel that he was very experienced in performing in numerous venues.
Artistically, the group is first-rate. Their level of playing is inpressive, and they were able to adapt to the mood of the guests with regard to song selections. Their improvisational ability was wonderful. As a musician, I was able to appreciate their skill and expertise. I would highly recommend the BD Lenz Jazz Group without hesitation.
Angela Robinson
Hired by: Angela R.
- Expertise
- Communication
- Professionalism
- Priced Fairly
- Adaptability
Event Date: May 8th, 2010
Event: Wedding Reception in Summit, New Jersey
Services provided: Jazz Band
About
"...Part of the reason for his accessibility is that he not only fuses jazz and rock, he complements it with warm chords of funk, soul, and rhythm and blues..." – New York Times
B.D. Lenz is a jazz guitarist extraordinaire. His versatile band can do it all from quiet coctail to raging parties. They have played over 1000 gigs internationally including Clubs, Corporate, Wedding, Festivals, etc.
Services include:
*Solo guitar/piano
*Jazz combos (duo-septet)
*Latin jazz
*Contemporary/funk Jazz
*Motown & funk (w/male and female vocals)
Call: 980.684.1157
or visit: www.bdlenz.com
www.myspace.com/bdlenz
Personnel
B.D. Lenz: guitar/leader
Geoff Matoon: sax
James Rosocha: bass
Tom Cottone: drums
Justin Wade: vocals
Dan Paul: keys
Lelica Palecco: vocals
Influences
too many to list! Our influences range from Jazz to rock to funk to Motown to Reggae to everything else!!
What to Expect
Typical Gig Duration: 60 - 300 minutes
Stage/Setup Requirements:
Nearby power source
Additional Notes:
we are completely self contained and come with our own P.A. system
Set/Song/Sequence List:
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*** INSTRUMENTAL *** - (selected list)
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All Blues - Miles Davis
All the Things You Are - Hammerstein/Kern
Alone Together - standard
Autumn Leaves - standard
Blue Bossa - Kenny Durham
Body and Soul - standard
Change The World - E. Clapton
Don't Know Why - Norah Jones
F Blues - standard
The Girl From Ipanema - A.C. Jobim
How Insensitive - A.C. Jobim
Imagine - John Lennon
I Shot the Sheriff - Bob Marley
In a Sentimental Mood - Duke Ellington
Juxtaposition - B.D. Lenz
Lazy Bones - B.D. Lenz
Like Someone in Love - Jimmy VanHeusen
Little Wing - Jimi Hendrix
Lucky Southern - Keith Jarrett
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy - Joe Zawinal
My One and Only Love - standard
New York State of Mind - Billy Joel
Oleo - Sonny Rollins
People Get Ready - Curtis Mayfield
Someday My Prince Will Come - standard
Stella By Starlight - Victor Young
Straight No Chaser - T. Monk
St. Thomas - Sonny Rollins
Superstition - Stevie Wonder
Tears in Heavan - Eric Clapton
True Colors - Cyndi Lauper
Triste - A.C. Jobim
Wave - A.C. Jobim
Windows - Chick Corea
Wind Cries Mary - Jimi Hendrix
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*** VOCAL BAND *** - (selected list)
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Ain't No Sunshine - Bill Withers
Ain't No Stoppin Us Now - Disco
Billie Jean - Michael Jackson
Boogie on Reggae Woman - Stevie Wonder
Brick House - Commodores
Cruisin' - Smokey Robinson
Dock of the Bay - Otis Redding
Georgia on My Mind - Hoagy Carmichael
Heard it Through the Grapevine - Motown
Higher Ground - Stevie Wonder
How Sweet It Is - James Taylor
In My Life - Beatles
I Wish - Stevie Wonder
Jump Jive and Wail - Louis Prima
Let's Get It On - Marvin Gaye
Let's Stay Together - Al Green
My Way - Sinatra
No Woman No Cry - Bob Marley
Old Time Rock and Roll - Bob Seger
Play That Funky Music - White Cherry
Pride and Joy - Stevie Ray Vaughn
September - Earth, Wind, & Fire
Sex Machine - James Brown
Signed, Sealed, Delivered - Stevie Wonder
Superstitious - Stevie Wonder
The Way You Look Tonight - ala Frank Sinatra
Use Me - Bill Withers
Whats Goin' On? - Marvin Gaye
What a Wonderful World - Louis Armstrong
You Are the Sunshine of My Life - Stevie Wonder
CDs For Sale
Tomorrow's Too Late
Simple Life
Lost and Found
Tell the World
Straight Up
Hit It and Quit (NEW!!)
Five & Live
Experience
2006: 120 gigs
2007: 115 gigs
2008: 145 gigs
2009: 158 gigs
2010: 147 gigs
Available for Your
Anniversary Party, Bachelor Party, Bar/Lounge, Birthday Party, Club/Nightclub, Concert Venue, Convention, Corporate Event, Cruise, Grand Opening, Private Party, Restaurant, Studio Session, Wedding Ceremony
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