Samples from our CD, and other recordings

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Who We Are: We are a popular acoustic swing-jazz quintet delivering a soulful, far-ranging sound perfect for cafés, restaurants, house parties, receptions and special events of all kinds where great music can enhance the mood of the occasion.

Influences: Django Reinhardt, Stephane Grapelli, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Cole Porter, Benny Goodman, Bireli Lagrene, Gonzalo Bergara, Stochelo Rosenberg, Dorado Schmidt, Biel Ballester, Ahmad Jamal, Howard Alden, Nino Rota, Astor Piazolla, Henry Mancini, Hot Club of San Francisco, Pat Metheney, Duke Ellington.

Styles: Gypsy Jazz, Hot Club Swing, Bossa Nova, West Coast Jazz, Tango, Parisian Musette Waltz, Great American Songbook, Pop Classics, World Café

Lineup: The core group is a quintet: acoustic lead guitar, accordion, clarinet, acoustic rhythm guitar and acoustic bass. We also can work as a quartet, trio or duo when requested.

What is Gypsy Jazz? “Gypsy Jazz has the elegance and virtuosity of classical music, the fire and romanticism of Gypsy music, the swing and improvisation of jazz, the string band sound of bluegrass and the energy of rock, all in a very accessible package that's extremely listenable.” –John Jorgenson, acclaimed guitarist.

Our Favorite Compliment: Our growing fan base and e-mail list show that people are responding to the Éclair de Lune sound. “I ran in to get a pound of coffee and I stayed for two hours. Your music put me and everybody else in a perfect mood. Thank you for such a wonderful morning.”—Café customer

 

 

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