Hesse’s Hot Jazz Duo

chris heslop with clarinet and bob kreitz at piano

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

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.

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Mardi Gras with Hot Club of Reading (NOLA version)

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.