- Venice, CA
- Jazz Band
- $400-$8,000.00 and up
Newman Jazz Workshop
Pacific Palisades, CA
$1,500 first hour / $600 each additional hour
Travels up to 60 miles
Overview
The Newman Jazz Workshop is a premier jazz sextet providing world-class live music for concerts, dinner parties, weddings, galas, and corporate functions. Comprised of highly accomplished professional musicians, the ensemble delivers a versatile and sophisticated repertoire featuring timeless swing, cool jazz, Latin styles, and modern selections. With years of performance experience, the group is known for polished presentations, engaging artistry, and an ability to create the ideal atmosphere for any occasion. Whether you require elegant background music to enhance a refined gathering or a featured performance that energizes the room, the Newman Jazz Workshop is the perfect choice.
Reviews
1 review
Susie
April 1, 2024Seasoned Pros
These guys are new to Gig Salad but have been around forever. Top LA studio musicians. They played my son's wedding at the Bel Air Bay Club on Pacific Coast Highway. First rate.
Hired as: Wedding Band
Booking information
Price range: $1,500 first hour / $600 each additional hour
Languages: English, Spanish
Gig length: 30 - 240 minutes
Insurance: $3,000,000 - State Farm
What to expect
If an audience came to see us, they’d be treated to a dynamic, engaging performance by some of the finest jazz musicians in Los Angeles. From the first note, our group radiates energy, chemistry, and professionalism—mixing tight ensemble playing with captivating solos that keep audiences smiling, tapping their feet, and asking for more. We read the room, interact with the crowd, and create a musical journey that feels both sophisticated and fun.
If a client hired us, they’d get far more than just great music. We arrive early, fully prepared, and dressed appropriately for the occasion. Our setlists are customized to the client’s preferences—whether that’s elegant background jazz for a gala, upbeat swing and Latin grooves for a dance floor, or a concert-style show for a listening audience. We bring high-level musicianship, seamless communication, and a can-do attitude that makes working with us easy from first contact to final note.
We’re here to make your event unforgettable—with great music, zero stress, and a touch of big-city style.
About
Newman Jazz Workshop brings together some of the top musicians in Los Angeles for an unforgettable live music experience. Led by award-winning trumpeter and educator Larry Newman, the group features world-class players who have performed with legendary artists, toured internationally, and recorded for major films and television.
Our repertoire spans a wide variety of styles—swinging big band classics, smooth bossa novas, soulful ballads, Latin grooves, and contemporary jazz—tailored to fit any event. Whether you’re looking for sophisticated background ambiance or an electrifying main-stage performance, Newman Jazz Workshop delivers with style, energy, and professionalism.
Perfect for concerts, private parties, corporate events, weddings, and festivals, Newman Jazz Workshop is all about great music, great players, and creating a memorable atmosphere for you and your guests.
Additional booking notes
Newman Jazz Workshop is fully self-contained and can provide all necessary sound equipment for most events. We require only access to a standard power source and adequate space for the group to perform (size varies depending on ensemble configuration).
Sound: We supply our own professional PA system when needed. For larger events or venues with an in-house system, we can work directly with your sound engineer.
Lighting: Standard stage or ambient event lighting is sufficient; we do not require specialized lighting.
Staging: A level, stable surface is needed for setup. Ideal performance area is approximately 12' x 16' for a quintet, with additional space for larger ensembles.
Setup Time: Approximately 45–60 minutes prior to performance.
Breaks: For engagements longer than 90 minutes without intermission, short breaks will be scheduled.
We handle the details so you can focus on enjoying the music and your event.
Services offered
Set list
Sample Song List – Newman Jazz Workshop
Swing & Big Band Classics
Take the “A” Train – Duke Ellington
In the Mood – Glenn Miller
Sing, Sing, Sing – Benny Goodman
Satin Doll – Duke Ellington
It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) – Duke Ellington
One O’Clock Jump – Count Basie
Bebop & Hard Bop Favorites
Donna Lee – Charlie Parker
Joy Spring – Clifford Brown
Moanin’ – Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
Stablemates – Benny Golson
Along Came Betty – Benny Golson
Whisper Not – Benny Golson
Modern & Contemporary Jazz
Birdland – Weather Report
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy – Joe Zawinul/Cannonball Adderley
Spain – Chick Corea
A Night in Tunisia – Dizzy Gillespie
Four – Miles Davis
Freedom Jazz Dance – Eddie Harris
Latin Jazz & Bossa Nova
The Girl from Ipanema – Antonio Carlos Jobim
Wave – Antonio Carlos Jobim
Song for My Father – Horace Silver
Blue Bossa – Kenny Dorham
Mas Que Nada – Jorge Ben Jor
Oye Como Va – Tito Puente
Ballads & Cocktail Standards
Misty – Erroll Garner
My Funny Valentine – Rodgers & Hart
Body and Soul – Johnny Green
What a Wonderful World – Louis Armstrong
Round Midnight – Thelonious Monk
Skylark – Hoagy Carmichael
Popular Jazz-Influenced Favorites
Fly Me to the Moon – Bart Howard
All of Me – Gerald Marks
Cheek to Cheek – Irving Berlin
Route 66 – Bobby Troup
On the Sunny Side of the Street – Jimmy McHugh
Influences and inspiration
Classic Swing & Big Band: Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman
Bebop & Hard Bop: Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Art Blakey
Cool Jazz & West Coast: Dave Brubeck, Chet Baker, Gerry Mulligan
Modern Jazz & Beyond: John Coltrane, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter
Setup requirements
We are self-contained.
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