FEATURED EVENT: Swinging New Orleans Jazz Group At Private Birthday Party
Matt Ray Trio Plus Special Guest Kevin Louis Brings A Touch Of Soulful Jazz To Greenwich, CT Birthday Bash
This September, Jazz Capital Events once again proved why it’s a leader in the special events industry by delivering an amazing band of top-call jazz musicians from New York City to a private, invite-only birthday celebration at the client’s residence in Greenwich, CT.
Matt Ray Featured On PBS Television With Ron Sunshine’s Band
Jazz Capital Events’ Most Requested Pianist Matt Ray Filmed During A Concert In PA
In new footage released online today, the always tasteful and swinging Matt Ray is seen taking a solo during a show with fellow Jazz Capital Events Artist Ron Sunshine.
Jazz Saxophonist Wayne Escoffery Tapped By Grey Goose For Major Corporate Ad Campaign
Corporate Event: Grey Goose Debuts “Discerning Taste” Campaign Featuring Jazz Capital Events’ Most Requested Saxophonist
Grey Goose is launching a new advertising campaign, entitled “Discerning Taste” featuring Jazz Capital Events saxophonist Wayne Escoffery.
FEATURED EVENT: Great Entertainment (And More) At Corporate Strategy Launch Event
Jazz Capital Events Customizes A Presentation of “The Cultures of Rhythm” for Business Strategy Launch Event
When the Chicago-based consulting firm Russell Williams Group was asked to put together an inspiring event to launch the brand new business strategy of a successful major corporation in New York City, they decided to think outside the box.
The Cultures of Rhythm 2007 South American Tour Dates Announced
US Jazz Ambassadors Tour Dates announced for 2007
Jazz Capital Events’ premier soul-jazz band, The Cultures of Rhythm, will be touring throughout South America and the Caribbean this winter as US Dept. of State Jazz Ambassadors. This tour marks the fifth time a version of this band has been chosen to represent the United States as Cultural Ambassadors.
New Matt Ray CD “Lost In New York” released on CAP Records

Pianist Matt Ray has been a fixture on the New York jazz scene for more than a decade. Lost in New York is his sophomore effort, the follow up to his critically acclaimed debut album We Got It!.
US Jazz Ambassadors To Perform at Art For Progress Benefit
Jazz Capital Events’ premier soul-jazz group To Make Hamptons Debut at Art For Progress Benefit July 15th
The Cultures of Rhythm, a New York–based collective of experienced young players from a variety of musical backgrounds, brings many influences to their sound.
The Cultures of Rhythm Head Abroad in 2007
Soul-Jazz Group To Represent United States As Jazz Ambassadors
Jazz Capital Events’ premier soul-jazz group, The Cultures of Rhythm, have been chosen to represent the US Department of State once again as Jazz Ambassadors.
The Aaron Thurston Trio Featured at UNESCO / US Dept. of State Celebration
Caroussel de Louvre Museum - Paris, France
October, 2003
In a program envisioned by U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Pat Harrison, The Aaron Thurston Trio featuring Hammond Organist Adam Scone, Trumpeter Kevin Louis, and Drummer Aaron Thurston was a featured performer on a bill that included mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves, Oscar-winning director Chuck Workman, and Master of Ceremonies actor/director Rick Schroder.


