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The Nite Hawks

The Nite Hawks

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5.0 
(6 reviews)
  • Glen Ellyn, IL
  • Jazz Band
  • Travels up to 200 miles
  • $500 & up. Based on number of musicians.
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Don't Get Around Much Anymore

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Lullaby of Birdland

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The Lady is a Tramp

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Route 66
The Nite Hawks
  • 1. Route 66
  • 2. Blue Monk
  • 3. I Don't Want To Set The World On Fire
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Jazz club - 5 pc band

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Outdoor Festival - 5 piece band

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New year's Eve restaurant

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7 piece band

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Cheryl - Riviera Ballroom Lake Geneva

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Wedding reception - three horns

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Full 12 pc orchestra

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Corporate Event - Cheryl & Ken

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Corporate event - Full horn section

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Outdoor festival

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Outdoor festival

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Overview

Swing, Jazz, Jump & Blues..

Before rock n roll took over popular music in the 1960s, the radios and record players jumped with songs from some of America’s greatest composers from the early swing era of the 1920s through the jazzy pop tunes of the 1950s. The Nite Hawks play swing, jazz, jump & blues from composers like George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Irving Berlin to songs performed by of Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra & Ray Charles.

The Nite Hawks can be configured to meet your specific event requirements and BUDGET. From a jazz trio to a complete 12 piece “orchestra”, the Nite Hawks will bring its entertaining blend of swing, jazz, jump and blues to your event.


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Sharon C. • May 1, 2022

Amazing!

They did an amazing performance at our wedding! Just perfect!

Hired as:
1940s Era Entertainment
The Nite Hawks

Response from The Nite Hawks:

Thanks Sharon. We're so glad we could be part of such a wonderful celebration.

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Gel T. • December 22, 2021

Perfect for Great Gatsby Party!

The band performed at our Great Gatsby/1920s themed 20 year anniversary company party. They were fantastic. Everyone loved them. There was even cheering for an encore, to which the band obliged.

Hired as:
1920s Era Entertainment, Swing Band
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Rob F. • July 18, 2021

Incredibly professional, funny, talented group

Ken was hilarious and professional. The guy's an incredible singer, doesn't matter how long he was singing, he was always full of energy. Very great to work with. Complements to the bari saxist !

Hired as:
1920s Era Entertainment, 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, Swing Band, Wedding Band, Jazz Band
The Nite Hawks

Response from The Nite Hawks:

Hi Rob...
Thanks for having The Nite Hawks share your special day. Your entire family was gracious and a lot of fun. Keep us in mind for future anniversaries celebrations!!! All the best to you & Hollis!!!
kindest regards,
Ken

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Homer S. • October 15, 2018

Awesome

They are awesome. Wil hire them again.

Hired as:
Jazz Band
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Maxwell S. • October 15, 2017

The Nite Hawks are Simply Amazing

Top to bottom the best investment we made for the cocktail reception for our wedding! From day one, Ken was extremely available for all of our questions and offered to learn songs for us! The booking process was super easy, and they just needed to know where and when and we were all set. Truly the hit of the night, all of our guests were so impressed and even passersby that could hear them stopped and were trying to figure out where the awesome music was coming from! It gave our reception energy, fun and class! Honestly as the bride, the only thing I am disappointed by is the fact my husband and I were busy off taking pictures that we didn't have more time to dance! True top class professionals!! Can't wait to book them again for another event!

Hired as:
1920s Era Entertainment, 1930s Era Entertainment, 1940s Era Entertainment, Swing Band, Wedding Band, Jazz Band

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Moises S. • September 4, 2016

Fabulous band

The band is top notch and very professional. We hired the trio but the bands singer chose to come along and sing with the trio. It was amazing!!! All of my friends wanted their contact information because the band was so good.

Hired as:
Jazz Band

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Price Range: $500 & up. Based on number of musicians.

Gig Length: 30 - 180 minutes

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Phone Number: Call

What to Expect

The Nite Hawks can be configured to meet your specific event requirements and BUDGET. From a simple jazz trio to a complete 12 piece “orchestra”, the Nite Hawks will bring its entertaining blend of swing, jazz, jump and blues to your event.

Weddings
Complete music from ceremony to reception. We can be your “one-stop” shop for all things music. We’r always happy to perfrom special songs, dances, requests to make your special day memorable.
• Ceremony
Solo, duo or trio instrumentalists for the ceremony
• Cocktail Hour/Dinner
Small group configuration (duo - quartet) for background music
• Reception
Larger band configured ( 5-12 pieces) for dancing & listening.

Themed Parties
Let the The Nite Hawks tailor our extensive repertoire to add a special touch to your event…

• Martini Nites
A program of music reminiscent of the Rat Pack

• Roaring 20’s Speakeasy
That fun, upbeat music from the roaring twenties

• Swing Era
Big band era tunes including Glen Miller, Stan Kenton & Duke Ellington from the clubs of Harlem to the stages of Bob Hope’s USO shows

Corporate Events & Private Parties
Live music adds a very special touch to every gathering. From solo piano to small group popular jazz, The Nite Hawks will create the perfect ambiance for your special event.

About

Swing, Jazz, Jump & Blues..

Before rock n roll took over popular music in the 1960s, the radios and record players jumped with songs from some of America’s greatest composers from the early swing era of the 1920s through the jazzy pop tunes of the 1950s. The Nite Hawks special in swing, jazz, jump & blues from composers like George Gershwin, Cole Porter and Irving Berlin to songs performed by of Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra & Ray Charles.

If you’re a fan of these catchy melodies, you’ll be delighted by updated arrangements of these timeless classics. The Nite Hawks bring fresh, energetic renditions to songs that are woven into our collective musical consciousness.

Additional Booking Notes

The Nite Hawks can provide their own sound a lighting for audiences/facilities up to 150 people.

We require 4 standard 110V outlets (or extension cords) near the stage area.

Services Offered

Jazz Band 1920s Era Entertainment 1930s Era Entertainment 1940s Era Entertainment Swing Band Wedding Band

Upcoming Booked Events

October 08, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Corporate Event

Past Booked Events

June 11, 2022 • 5:00pm - 11:00pm Wedding Reception
April 30, 2022–May 01, 2022 • 5:00pm - 12:00am Wedding Reception
January 22, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm Christmas Party
December 17, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Christmas Party
August 28, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm Birthday Party
July 17, 2021 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm Wedding Reception
June 26, 2021 • 4:00pm - 7:00pm Holiday Party
January 30, 2020 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm Corporate Event
December 06, 2019 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Christmas Party
October 13, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm Cocktail Party
September 01, 2017 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm Wedding Cocktail Hour
September 03, 2016 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm Birthday (Adult)

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Set List

Swing, Jazz, Jump & Blues from the 1920s to the 1950s...
A sample list from our extensive repertoire

1920s
Ain’t Misbehavin’ - Fats Waller
Bye, Bye Blackbird - Ray Henderson/Mort Dixon
Embraceable You - George & Ira Gershwin
It Had To Be You - Isham Jones/Gus Kahn
Mack The Knife - Kurt Weill & Bertolt Brecht
Makin’ Whoopee - Gus Kahn & Walter Donaldson
My Blue Heaven - Walter Donaldson & George Whiting
Oh, Lady Be Good - George & Ira Gershwin
Stardust - Hoagy Carmichael
Yes Sir, That’s My Baby - Gus Kahn & Walter Donaldson
Gee Baby, Ain’t I Good To You - Andy Razaf & Don Redmond
Embraceable You - George & Ira Gershwin
Toots Toots Tootsie - Al Jolson

1930s
All Of Me - Marks/Seymour Simons
Blue Moon - Rodgers/Hart
Can’t Take That Away From Me - George & Ira Gershwin
Georgia on My Mind - Hoagy Carmichael
It Was Only A Paper Moon - Yip Harburg/Harold Arlen
I Got Rhythm - George & Ira Gershwin
I’ve Got You Under My Skin - Cole Porter
Let’s Fall In Love - Harold Arlen & Ted Koehler
Night & Day - Cole Porter
On The Sunny Side Of The Street - Dorothy Fields & Jimmy McHugh
Summertime - George & Ira Gershwin
The Way You Look Tonite - Dorothy Fields & Jerome Kern
Let’s Fall In Love - Harold Arlen & Ted Koehler
Glory Of Love - Billy Hill
My Funny Valentine - Rodgers & Hart
Sing, Sing, Sing - Benny Goodman
Jumpin' At The Woodside - Count Basie
In A Sentimental Mood - Duke Ellington

1940s
Autumn Leaves - Joseph Kosma/Jacques Pre’vert
Don’t Get Around Much - Duke Ellington/Billy Strayhorn
Set the World On Fire - Ink Spots
Is You Is Or Is You Ain’t My Baby? - Louis Jordan
Route 66 - Bobby Troup
Since I Fell For You - Buddy Johnson
Nobody Here But Us Chickens - Louis Jordan

1950s
Alright, OK You Win - SydneyWyche
All The Way - Jimmy Van Huesen/Sammy Cahn
Bags Groove - Milt Jackson
Blue Bossa - Joe Henderson
Blue Monk - Thelonious Monk
Fly Me To The Moon - Bart Howard
Got My Mojo Workin’ - Preston Foster
I’ve Got A Woman - Ray Charles
Jump, Jive & Wail - Louis Prima
Smack Dab In The Middle - Jesse Stone
Wonderful World - Bob Thiele & George Weiss

Setup Requirements

The Nite Hawks provide their own sounds & lights for audiences/facilities up to 150

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