Business Details
19 Years
experience
Premier Jazz Ensembles for Corporate & Private Events in Chicago
Founded in 2007, Chicago Jazz Entertainment has established itself as a premier provider of live jazz ensembles for corporate, private, and wedding events across Chicago. Our founder, Mike Jeffers, leveraged his extensive experience as a professional musician and former event coordinator at the Peninsula Hotel Chicago to create a service that prioritizes both musical excellence and event atmosphere. We specialize in curating trios, quartets, and vocalists who deliver high-energy performances while maintaining conversational volume levels, ensuring guests can network and enjoy themselves simultaneously. Our musicians have performed at iconic venues like Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and McCormick Place, as well as for VIP receptions featuring dignitaries and celebrities.With decades of combined industry experience, our team understands the importance of tailored entertainment solutions that align with clients' vision and event objectives. We maintain full insurance coverage and guarantee quality through rigorous artist selection and client consultation processes. Our holiday jazz offerings and customizable Rat Pack-style performances demonstrate our commitment to versatile, client-centric service. From initial inquiry to event execution, we prioritize seamless communication and personalized support to alleviate planning stress for our clients.
Services
Jazz Trios
Jazz Quartets
Holiday Jazz Performances
Vocal Jazz Ensembles
Rat Pack Jazz
Wedding Jazz Services
Corporate Event Music
Private Party Jazz
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of specialized jazz event expertise since 2007
- Our musicians perform at Chicago's most prestigious venues
- Founder's hotel event management background ensures professional execution
- Volume-controlled performances maintain guest networking opportunities
- Customizable repertoire for weddings, corporate events, and holidays
Associations and certifications
- Fully Insured
What people say
Fantastic musicians
Professional and flexible
Very responsive
Memorable atmosphere
Stress-free planning
Services
Jazz Trios
Our jazz trios feature skilled instrumentalists delivering energetic performances while maintaining guest-friendly volume levels. Ideal for corporate events and weddings, these groups combine classic standards with modern arrangements. Members have performed at Chicago's top venues and for VIP receptions.
Holiday Jazz
Specialized holiday performances featuring classic Christmas jazz standards and contemporary arrangements. Available as trios or vocal ensembles, perfect for corporate holiday parties and private winter events. Musicians maintain appropriate volume for guest interaction.
Vocal Jazz
Professional vocalists performing Great American Songbook classics and modern jazz interpretations. Available as soloists with backing bands or full ensembles. Artists have extensive experience at Chicago's premier venues and international jazz clubs.
Rat Pack Jazz
Rat Pack-style performances featuring Sinatra-era classics and 1950s jazz standards. Available in quartet to ten-piece configurations. Vocalists specialize in authentic interpretations while maintaining conversational volume levels for event guests.
Wedding Jazz
Customizable jazz ensembles for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Offer cocktail hour music, first dance performances, and dinner background music. Musicians coordinate with event timelines to enhance each celebration phase.
People
Mike Jeffers
Founder
Professional musician and former Peninsula Hotel event coordinator with 17+ years in Chicago's jazz scene. Founded Chicago Jazz Entertainment in 2007 to bridge high-quality music with event planning expertise.
Michele Thomas
Vocalist
Combines gospel roots with jazz and soul influences. Specializes in creating engaging atmospheres for private events while maintaining guest-friendly volume levels. Regular performer at Chicago's top venues.
Questions
What types of events do you specialize in?
We specialize in corporate receptions, private parties, weddings, holiday events, and VIP gatherings requiring live jazz entertainment.
Can you customize your performance repertoire?
Yes, our ensembles can tailor music selections to match event themes while maintaining our signature jazz style.
Are your musicians insured?
All our performers are fully insured professionals with extensive event experience.
How do you handle volume control during performances?
Our musicians maintain conversational volume levels to ensure guest networking remains comfortable.
What venues have you performed at previously?
We've performed at Willis Tower, Navy Pier, McCormick Place, and Chicago's top hotels.
