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.
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.
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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Always a great band with guys that truly love and understand traditional jazz.
Performance at Congregation Brith Sholom
The season kicks off with a swinging evening of Roaring 20s music and New Orleans Jazz featuring Ben Mauger, trumpet/cornet; Chris Heslop, sax/clarinet; Bob Peruzzi, trombone; Bob Kreitz, piano; Paul Gallello, drums, Tim Hilliker, bass.
Be prepared to tap your toes.
Tickets: $20, At the door: $25