Add class and a warm ambience to your next event with seasoned jazz guitarist Chris Platt. Having a great sense of touch and perspicacity, you are ensured a relaxed atmosphere that can be enjoyed by all.
Well versed in some of your favourite jazz genres such as Ballads, Waltz’s, Bossa Nova’s and Standards.
Chris also performs with different combinations from duo’s to quintets. See below for more detail on larger ensembles.
You will be in direct contact with the musician and are guaranteed a quick and courteous reply.
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5 reviews
Gillian D.
June 13, 2019Chris and John provided us with the entertainment for our event. They were excellent and we received many compliments. I have to say there's nothing like guitar and sax together, and then to top it off, exceptional talent! They were very accommodating and worked around our program. We were so thankful to have such fine talent, to help us celebrate our special event.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Alexis C.
June 2, 2018Chris and his vocalist partner were absolutely amazing! Everyone commented on their incredible talent. They made the night unforgettable and were seamless setting up and incredible at playing for the intimate crowd. Don’t hesitate to book!
Hired as: Acoustic Band, Swing Band, Wedding Band
Chris Platt
Thank you for the kind review!
Nisha M.
September 10, 2013Chris and his crew were fantastic. They were professional and everyone in attendance enjoyed the music. I would highly recommend them.
Hired as: Jazz Band
Ann B.
September 3, 2013Hi Chris,
Just want to send you a quick note to say how much I appreciated having you play at my 50th birthday party! I love the guitar and was so happy to know that Marc hired you for this special event. You added a wonderful musical ambiance to the afternoon event - the jazz guitar tunes were just perfect for the occasion and the gathered crowd! As our guests were leaving later in the evening, I'm happy to tell you that we received some very nice compliments on your playing at the party.
Again, thank you very much for adding another touch of class to the celebration. I will certainly be recommending you to family, friends and work acquaintances.
With much thanks and appreciation for your wonderful musical talent,
Ann & Marc
Oshawa, Ontario
Hired as: Jazz Guitarist
Max R.
June 18, 2013Chris Platt (and Jay) was everything we could have hoped for and more. Extremely communicative and quick to answer all our questions, he made it so that at least one part of the wedding planning process went smoothly and was completely stress-free. Chris really set our minds at ease during the process, has some great song suggestions, and was more than happy to accommodate our own song requests. Even better, when discussing potential combinations for a duo, Chris mentioned a tuba player and we thought that sounded like fun. End the end, not only was Jay great, but we even incorporated the tuba into the ceremony itself which brought a charm and comedy that our guests loved. Prior to the ceremony and after during cocktail hour, Chris created a wonderful ambiance which lent itself to our venue (Le Select Bistro) and had our guests complimenting us on the choice all night. Perhaps best of all, was how many people told my wife and I that they felt the evening really captured "us." Again, we have Chris to thank for contributing to that.
Hired as: 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, 1950s Era Entertainment, Jazz Guitarist
Price range: $300-2000
Languages: English
Gig length: 15 - 240 minutes
As a valued client, you can expect speedy replies, quality entertainment, and above all else, an enhancement of your event. You can also expect to continue conversation. Due to the nature of a solo performance, particularly solo guitar, the volume can be adjusted to your specific needs.
Chris has been performing for over 5 years in many different musical situations. He began in a blues band which he led up until his acceptance into Mohawk College for Jazz Performance. Throughout his time at Mohawk, Chris further developed his jazz skills by performing with fellow students and faculty. Upon graduation, performances have taken place in many cities from Toronto to the Niagara region where he has been playing Jazz and Motown for many corporate, public and private clients. Chris also teaches private guitar lessons and an after school program.
In 2012, Chris Platt was featured on the Jazz FM 91.1 radio station. There was an hour long interview led by Brad Barker where recordings of Chris were played and discussed on air.
One of Chris' biggest inspirations for his solo guitar performances is Lenny Breau. Lenny's sophistication and delicate touch mixed with his virtuosity, made him one of the best solo guitarists of all time.
If your event would require a larger sound with different elements, your requests can be met. The ensembles available for hire through Chris range from Duo's to Quintets. Below are some popular (but not limited to) combinations:
- Guitar/Voice
- Guitar/Bass
- Guitar/Bass/Voice
- Guitar/Bass/Drums
- Guitar/Bass/Drums/Voice
- Guitar/Bass/Drums/Voice/Horn
The client has a choice of 2 different guitar sounds:
- Amplified Traditional Jazz Box Arch-top Guitar (as seen in profile picture)
- Amplified Classical/Nylon string Guitar
Saturday
Wedding Reception
5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Toronto, ON
Wednesday
Corporate Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Mississauga, ON
Sunday
Birthday Party
1:00pm - 4:30pm
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Toronto, ON
Sunday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
10:00pm - 12:00am (Mon)
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Toronto, ON
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 11:30pm
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Mississauga, ON
Saturday
Wedding Cocktail Hour
6:30pm - 7:45pm
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Toronto, ON
Saturday
Birthday Party
1:30pm - 4:00pm
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Oshawa, ON
Saturday
Wedding Ceremony
5:30pm - 1:30am (Sun)
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Toronto, ON
Fly Me to the Moon
Lullaby of Birdland
Stella by Starlight
My Foolish Heart
Days of Wine and Roses
Someday My Prince Will Come
Black Orpheus
Just Friends
Body and Soul
Giant Steps
So What
Georgia on my Mind
Summertime
I Should Care
...and many more! Please contact for any requests.
Lenny Breau, Pat Metheny, Ed Bickert, Jim Hall, Bill Evans, Wes Montgomery, Joe Pass, John Coltrane, Oscar Peterson, Reg Schwager, Bob Shields and many more!
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