Ben Harris Jazz

Lees Summit, MO

$400 to $1150

Travels up to 90 miles

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Overview

KANSAS CITY'S PREMIER BAND

Ben specializes in creating beautiful music for your unique event. the type of events I have performed for include:
Receptions, Anniversaries, Birthday Parties. Corporate events include Governors Conference On Economic Development and with The Heritage Foundation.

My recent Club and Music venues include B&B Theaters, Johnny's Jazz Bar and Grille and Jazzy B's in Lee's Summit.


Reviews

10 reviews

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Warren R.

July 19, 2022
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Live Music

Ben Harris and his band members were absolutely phenomenal! Cool people, solid musicianship and just good all around people! And...showed up on time. Ben is the man!

Hired as: Bassist, Jazz Band

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Thank you for the opportunity Warren. The very best Family Reunion in Kansas City ever and the band loved it!


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Tammy S. G.

June 25, 2022
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Great night of Art & Jazz!

Ben Harris Jazz provided an absolutely delightful evening of music for our Downtown Lee's Summit Fourth Friday Art Walk event. All the attendees commented on how much they enjoyed the music, and Ben and his musicians were consummate professionals, delightful to work with. We are excited to host Ben Harris Jazz again for our July Fourth Fridays event!

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Thank you so much Tammy. The venue and audience was absolutely fantastic.

The best to you all,
Ben Harris Jazz Family


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Eric W.

March 7, 2022
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Wonderful

Wonderful Spirit, attitude . Very proficient

Hired as: Bassist

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Thank you Pastor! This was a wonderful experience.
Ben


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Molly V. P.

August 1, 2019
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Great!!

Hired him for a going away party. They were great!! Great band!! Shows up on time and were very professional!!

Hired as: Jazz Band


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Dale H.

October 19, 2017
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Splendid!!

I'm glad I booked the Ben Harris Jazz trio, great music. Ben was great to work with and I look forward to working with him again.

Hired as: Jazz Band

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Ben Harris and.. the Jazz Trio had a great time working for you Dale. Great People-Great Food-Great Venue. I am certainly looking forward to Part II !!!

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Booking information

Price range: $400 to $1150

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

Ben Harris is a bassist whose music is known for its cutting-edge style. Ben provides a highly entertaining performance with a rich soundscape of mainstream jazz and blues, in addition to just enough funky jazz to keep your foot happy. Innovative Bassist Ben Harris weaves a rich tapestry of music which includes some originals that will allow the listener to experience the personal expressions of a very gifted artist.

About

You can enjoy yourself while watching musical talent doing what we do best!

Performances include….

Collaboration with Arturo O’Farrill
Shared the stage and spotlight with Arturo O’Farrill, Grammy- winning pianist and composer of the best Latin jazz album.

Missouri Arts Council / Governor’s Conference on Economic Development
Selected as featured jazz soloist to perform for state economic development leaders enhancing the conference’s, cultural program and outreach efforts .

Performances in Arizona Festivals, including Arizona Sun Festival at Westworld, AJ Arts Festival and Glendale Jazz Festival with Doc Jones.

Additional booking notes

Contract Required.

Services offered

Past booked events

July 2022

22

Friday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Lees Summit, MO

15

Friday

Cocktail Party

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Kansas City, MO

June 2022

24

Friday

Cocktail Party

5:00pm - 8:00pm

Lees Summit, MO

March 2022

06

Sunday

Worship Service

9:30am - 11:30am

Kansas City, MO

September 2020

04

Friday

Funeral/Memorial Service

11:00am - 2:00pm

Garnett, KS

July 2020

21

Tuesday

Personal Occasion

9:00pm - 10:00pm

Overland Park, KS

July 2019

31

Wednesday

Personal Occasion

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Atchison, KS

October 2017

18

Wednesday

Nonprofit Event

5:30pm - 7:30pm

Kansas City, MO

May 2017

06

Saturday

Nightclub Event

9:00pm - 12:00am (Sun)

Kansas City, MO

October 2016

01

Saturday

Birthday (Adult)

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Leawood, KS

June 2016

29

Wednesday

BEN HARRIS JAZZ @ SHERATON CROWN CENTER

6:00pm - 8:00pm

Set list

Ben Harris Jazz....All Styles All Music All The Time!

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