Hesse’s Hot Jazz Duo

chris heslop with clarinet and bob kreitz at piano
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Manatawny Creek Winery, 227 Levengood Road, Douglassville, 19518, United States
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Chris Heslop & Bob Kreitz Traditional Jazz

Chris Heslop is a saxophonist and composer with a varied musical background. As a saxophonist, Chris is often seen playing with big bands, jazz combos, salsa, and polka bands. A composer, he has written for big bands, orchestras, movies, theatrical productions, and several operas. An early jazz enthusiast, he incorporates the styles of Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, and other early greats into both his playing and composing.

Bob Kreitz has played piano in the Reading area professionally for over forty years.  He presently performs regularly with his dance band, By Request, and the Pretzel City Dixieland Jazz Band throughout Central Pennsylvania.  Bob also works with other groups focusing on traditional jazz as well as doing solo engagements.

Hesse’s Hot Jazz

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The Peanut Bar, 332 Penn Street, Reading, PA, 19602, United States
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Chris returns to the Peanut Bar for an annual celebration of Jazz History Month. Joining him are Ben Mauger-trumpet, Bob Peruzzi-trombone, Bob Kreitz-piano, Bruce Campbell-bass, and Doug Kulp-drums.

Reservations: (610) 376-8500

Mardi Gras with Hot Club of Reading (NOLA version)

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Mike's Tavern, 135 Exeter Street, Reading, Pennsylvania, PA, 19601, United States
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The New Orleans iteration of Hot Club of Reading brings hot jazz to Mike’s for Mardi Gras. Jon will be cooking up some authentic NOLA cocktails and we will serve up the music. Josh Taylor on guitar/banjo, Chris Heslop on sax/clarinet/washboard, Bob Stoyko on trumpet, and Andy Roberts on piano.

Ben Mauger’s Vintage Jazz Band

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PA Jazz Society - Bethlehem, 1190 West Macada Road, Bethlehem, PA, 18017, United States
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Always a great band with guys that truly love and understand traditional jazz.

Performance at Congregation Brith Sholom

Hot Club of Reading Trio

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Barley Mow, 719 Penn Avenue, West Reading, PA, 19611, United States
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with Josh Taylor or guitar and Trey LaRue on bass.

Hot Club of Reading Quartet

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Mike's Tavern, 135 Exeter Street, Reading, Pennsylvania, PA, 19601, United States
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A favorite bar venue for the band. Si will be home, so there is that added bonus!