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Featured Member The Soul Jazz Chef

The Soul Jazz Chef

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5.0 
(10 reviews)
  • New York City, NY
  • Jazz Band
  • Travels nationwide
  • $250 and up-Depending on distance
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Stomping' at The Savoy(Jazz Trio)
SJC Trio
  • 1. Stomping' at The Savoy(Jazz Trio)
  • 2. Baker Street(Jazz Trio)
  • 3. Bennie and The Jets(Trio)
  • 4. Apache(Trio)
  • 5. I thought about you(solo)
  • 6. Laura(solo)
  • 7. A Girl From Ipanema(Duet)
  • 8. Take Five(Acoustic Duet)
  • 9. It Had To Be You
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Overview

When you have an event you want to organize for your selected few or many, the last thing you need to worry about is how to get the most grooving, swinging, smooth, and engaging jazz for your budget. You also need a reliable person to communicate with, who has the experience and the understanding of the logistics which are required to the success of your event. Our music is JUST RIGHT thanks to thirty years of experience, whether we play to compliment a good conversation or concert. For your peace of mind, All bands are insured!
The Soul jazz Chef employs top professional jazz artists from the NYC metropolitan area.
Choose a real jazz chef to cook the perfect musical event for you!


10 Reviews

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Nicole P. • November 15, 2022

Ceremony and cocktail hour music

Avi did such a wonderful job playing our ceremony music and then switching to cocktail hour. It was exactly the feel I wanted for our day to set the tone for the rest of the wedding.. relaxed and super cool. Thank you for a memorable day Avi!!

Hired as:
Jazz Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Congratulations Nicole!
The pleasure was all mine:). Much appreciated!

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Hanna E. • October 5, 2022

Amazing!

We hired Avi for our corporate dinner and he was amazing. Flexible with timing, professional, and very talented.

Hired as:
Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you so much!

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John T. • December 23, 2021

Great Experience!

The Soul Jazz Chef delivered for a last minute request. He tailored the selection as to what worked for me and I could not have been happier. An elevated experience for our clients which added such joy to our charitable shopping event at Ralph Lauren.

Hired as:
Jazz Band
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you-My pleasure! Happy new year:).

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Shanah B. • November 25, 2021

Could not have been more perfect!

Once I heard his album on Spotify, I knew Avi was who I wanted to provided music for our birthday evening. Our space was small so we went with a jazz duo that never felt like a duo; the guitar and sax were perfect! I couldn't recommend The Soul Jazz Chef more. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to the gift of live music!

Hired as:
Jazz Guitarist, Jazz Band
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you for the awesome party and the hospitality! It was my pleasure!

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Fawn A. E. M. • October 17, 2021

Amazing

Avi , smooth dreamy jazz !! We loved his music !!

Hired as:
Jazz Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you so much! My pleasure:)

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Charlie W. • June 24, 2021

Superb guitarist for engagement proposal

Avi was incredibly accommodating and went above and beyond to make my engagement proposal the most special moment for my fiance and me. He was well-prepared and flexible given the evolving weather (the rain stopped at a perfect time). I would definitely work with Avi again and recommend him to anyone looking for live music for an event!

Hired as:
Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you so much:) So happy that everything worked out with the weather(are we lucky or what?) and the music. I felt very blessed to play during your engagement proposal.
Congratulations!

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Kia W. • October 9, 2020

Wonderful choice!

Avi was the beat choice for my mom’s memorial service. He played guitar with a small amp (as requested). He was extremely professional in his communication, came on time to set up, and stayed even longer than expected. His music was soothing and beautiful. Thank you for making my mom’s memorial that much more special. I would highly recommend him for any event!

Hired as:
Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

😊 thank you! The pleasure was all mine. Stay safe;)

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Yung K. • March 6, 2020

We had a wonderful night!!

He was a great musician. Everyone enjoyed music. Thank you!!!

Hired as:
Guitarist
The Soul Jazz Chef

Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:

Thank you, hope to see you again. I have had a blast playing solo jazz guitar for you all! :)

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Erin M. • December 13, 2019

Awesome!!

We were very happy with this group!!

Hired as:
Jazz Band
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Luis A. • July 23, 2019

Excellent

Band members were courteous, professional and sounded great. Would book again provided that the budget and circumstances are right. Highly recommend!

Hired as:
Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist, Jazz Band

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Price Range: $250 and up-Depending on distance

Gig Length: 30 - 500 minutes

Languages: English, Hebrew

Insurance: $1,000,000 - Property Damage

Website: Visit website

What to Expect

When you have an event you want to organize for your selected few or many, the last thing you need to worry about is how to get the most grooving, swinging, smooth, and engaging jazz for your budget. You also need a reliable person to communicate with, who has the experience and understanding of coordinating the logistics for the success of your event.

Our music is JUST RIGHT for your event thanks to years of experience, whether we play to compliment a good conversation, or a quiet dance during a cocktail hour.

Our repertoire covers music by artists such as Duke Ellington, Jazz Messengers, Charlie Parker, Coltrane, Dizzy, Gershwin, Brubeck, Sinatra, Billy Holiday Jobim, and many others. We also play covers by major pop composers while employing our unique jazzy flavor. You will have the pleasure hear our band grooving and swinging on pop classics by Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, and The Beatles. We also take requests.
The Soul jazz Chef employs top professional jazz artists from the NYC metropolitan area.
Choose a real jazz chef to cook a perfect musical event for you!

About

Guitarist and composer Avi Rothbard is one of New York’s prominent jazz guitarists and a jazz clinician.

Born and raised in Kibbutz Gan Shmuel, Israel, Avi Rothbard has moved to Boston Mass in the summer of 1995, after receiving a scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music. During his Berklee years, Mr. Rothbard has received The Jimmy Hendrix Award, Boston Jazz Society Award, Guitar Dpt. Achievement Award and The William Leavitt Award. Mr. Rothbard holds a Masters degree in jazz studies from the City College of New York and is also a 2013 recipient of the Bronx Council on The Arts award(BRIO) in the instrumental music category.

A prolific composer, Rothbard’s compositions are featured in several recordings of his peers. In 2014 , Avi Rothbard has won the John Lennon Award for the jazz category.

Since residing in New York City in 1999, Avi Rothbard has led and co-led ensembles in some of the major jazz venues around the world. Mr. Rothbard has worked with jazz veterans, as well as the new generation of jazz masters such as Ben Riley, Jeremy Pelt, Freddy Cole, Wayne Escoffery, Gregory Porter, Ray Drummond, Alex Blake, Mike Clark and Jay Leonhart, to name just a few.

Avi Rothbard’s name is included in Scott Yanow’s book: “The Great Jazz Guitarists: The Ultimate Guide”

Additional Booking Notes

I provide all equipment for my events. Bigger events with a stage should be addressed prior if there is a need for additional gear or a sound engenieer person.

Services Offered

Jazz Band Guitarist Jazz Guitarist Swing Band

Past Booked Events

November 11, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm Wedding Ceremony
October 04, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm Corporate Event
December 16, 2021 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm Corporate Event
December 15, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm Corporate Event
November 20, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm Birthday Party
October 16, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm Cocktail Party
June 22, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm Surprise
September 27, 2020 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm Funeral/Memorial Service
February 29, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm Dinner Party
December 11, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm Cocktail Party
July 20, 2019 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm Cocktail Party

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Set List

The American Songbook..We take requests as well!

Setup Requirements

Power outlet

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