Jack Erwann Entertainment

Virginia Beach, VA

$325 and up

Travels up to 200 miles

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Jack Erwann performs 'Almost Like Being in Love' in NYC Manhattan

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Jack Erwann performs 'I wanna Be Around' - a Tony Bennett classic @ charity benefit show

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Jack Erwann recording 'What Kind of Fool Am I? - a Sammy Davis, Jr. Classic!

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Jack Erwann performing 'New York, New York' - by Frank Sinatra at a charity fundraiser!

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Jack Erwann recording 'The Shadow of Your Smile' - by Tonny Bennett in NYC Manhattan

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Jack Erwann @ Private Event

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Jack Erwann @ Recording Studio

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Jack Erwann @ Jazz Club Show

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Jack recording Jazz standards @ Jericho Recording Studio

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Jack Erwann @ Wine Bar Show

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Jack Performing @ Retirement Community Christmas Show

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Jack @ Huntington Ret. Community Christmas Show

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Jack @ Aviation Museum Show

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Jack performing at Bay Colony Show

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Jack Performing at Huntersville Community

Overview

Hello! I'm Jack Erwann ('Blue-Eyed ' Jack). I'm a classic swing-jazz crooner (and actor) with over forty six years of experience entertaining! Let me bring the timeless elegance of a Sinatra-style crooner show to life for you - as well as a delightful array of standards from other classic jazz artists, like Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett. Bobby Darin, Nat King Cole, and many others! Take a nostalgic journey through the golden age of jazz entertainment as I capture the charm and charisma of ' The Rat Pack ' era of jazz - from the 1940s through the 1960's. Join me for an unforgettable musical experience that celebrates the rich history of these popular classic jazz-pop icons!


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Booking information

Price range: $325 and up

Languages: English

Gig length: 60 - 180 minutes

What to expect

I love bringing the timeless elegance of the Sinatra-style of crooning to life - enchanting audiences with not only the standards of Sinatra, but also a delightful array of popular hits from other legendary artists, like Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett. and many others! My performances transport you on a nostalgic journey through the golden age of jazz entertainment - capturing the charm and charisma of ' The Rat Pack ' Vegas-show music era of the 1940s through the 1960s. Join me for an unforgettable musical experience that celebrates the rich history of these popular jazz icons! I also utilize vintage attire, microphones, decor, and the mannerisms of several of the classic crooners, for a more vinatge 'feel' during performances.
Though I am headquartered in Eastern Virginia, I'm equipped to present my shows at diverse venues across the United States and internationally. I'm available for live performance venues, private/public/corporate events, celebrations, special occasions, retirement communities, and charitable fundraisers.
In addition, I often support my fellow jazz musicians and engage in studio work, touring, voice work, and acting/advertising. Whatever your event or project entails, I'm very committed to providing you my very best!

About

With nearly five decades of experience as a vocalist and musician, my journey began at age nine in school choir, the brass section in school band at age twelve, and evolved into performances in rock/soul/jazz bands during my middle and high school years. I have performed as both lead/backup vocalist and electric bassist - relishing the opportunities to entertain diverse audiences - even forming bands with fellow officers during my career. I take immense pride in performing classic standards by renowned artists like Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Tony Bennett, sharing these timeless standards with those who appreciate them – while also introducing them to newer audiences. Music is not just a passion for me; it is an essential part of my identity. My strength of musical performance is in the diversity of my standards. Yes, I am able to provide shows specifically focusing on one artist (i.e. an all-Sinatra show), but I also possess the flexibility of mixing several different classic jazz artists in my repertoire - something very few performers usually offer.

Additional booking notes

Though I am equipped for all my shows with some basic lighting, sound, mixing, etc. some larger venues, facilities, or events 'may' be required to provide or make available their on-site lighting or sound equipment - if the need should arise (generally these details are coordinated well in advance by both parties).

Services offered

Set list

*The following is a small example of one of my set lists from a recent two-hour show where this particular client 'chose' several of their desired standards and variety of artists (with a slight emphasis on Sinatra's standards). This opportunity is made available to any client or venue (if they desired) - to 'customize' a song set list or add a few choice songs and/or specific artists for their event from a list of available but extensive original music standards. I can also pre-record any standards not in my library (that I'm able to vocally perform) a client wishes to include - if given enough advanced notice beforehand. Generally speaking, though, I receive just as many requests from clients who prefer I design their show set lists myself - (which is the majority) however, this musical flexibility is a service you'll not find in very many performers of my genre.

1 - AINT THAT A KICK IN THE HEAD - Dean Martin
2 - I'VE GOT THE WORLD ON A STRING - Frank Sinatra
3 - I CAN'T BELIEVE YOU'RE IN LOVE WITH ME - Dean Martin
4 - CHARADE - Bobby Darin
5 - FLY ME TO THE MOON- Frank Sinatra
6 - BEYOND THE SEA - Bobby Darin
7 - I WANNA BE AROUND -Tony Bennett
8 - STRANGERS IN THE NIGHT- Frank Sinatra
9 - MORE - Bobby Darin
10 - THE SHADOW OF YOUR SMILE - Tony Bennett
11 - WITCHCRAFT - Frank Sinatra
12 - OH, LOOK AT ME NOW - Bobby Darin
13 - SOME OF THESE DAYS - Bobby Darin
14 - I'M A FOOL TO WANT YOU - Tony Bennett
15 - I'LL ALWAYS LOVE YOU- Dean Martin
16 - LETS FACE THE MUSIC AND DANCE - Matt Monro
17 - WHAT KIND OF FOOL AM I - Sammy Davis Jr
18 - IT'S BEEN A LONG, LONG TIME - Bing Crosby
19 - NIGHT & DAY (SWING Version) - Frank Sinatra
20 - FOR ONCE IN MY LIFE - Frank Sinatra
21 - ALMOST LIKE BEING IN LOVE - Nat King Cole
22 - HAVENT WE MET - Mel Torme
23 - JUST THE WAY YOU LOOK TONIGHT- Frank Sinatra
24 - MOON RIVER - Andy Williams
25 - ILL BE SEEING YOU - Frank Sinatra.
26 - ALL THE WAY- Frank Sinatra
27 - MACK THE KNIFE - Bobby Darin
28 - MISTY - Johnny Mathis
29 - COME FLY WITH ME - Frank Sinatra
30 - AT LAST - Raul Malo
31 - SUMMER WIND - Frank Sinatra
32 - UNFORGETTABLE - Nat King Cole
33 - NEW YORK, NEW YORK- Frank Sinatra

Influences and inspiration

I have had many jazz artists I've admired during my life - from the humble beginnings of Bing Crosby, Billy Holiday, and Ela Fitzgerald - to the Frank Sinatra and The Rat Pack's heydays of the early 1960's. As a young lad, I laid on the floor in the living room listening to these jazz greats with my parents on our old turntable-television console in the 1960's. It was also quite common to hear a plethora of other jazz greats of the time, like Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole, Mel Torme', Bobby Darin, and so many others - playing continually during the day and evening while together at home.

Setup requirements

Access to at least two (or more) 110V 3-prog electrical outlets

Storage room or secure area (for equipment)

Minimum of three (3) padded/comfortable chairs (for performer & staff)

Private changing room/bathroom with chair (for wardrobe changes)

WiFi Access

Stagelights/spotlights *(If available)

PA Speakers/Equipment *(If facility has pre-installed system)

A nearby designated/private parking spot *(for unloading/loading equipment)

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