Dennis Moss Jazz

If you're looking to hire a jazz/variety guitarist for your event or party, then look no further! Dennis Moss is a solo guitarist serving Seattle, Portland and beyond. Dennis has over 20 years of experience and he performs regularly at corporate events, weddings, private parties, lounges, wine bars, restaurants and festivals. Dennis has performed at venues such as the Silver Legacy Resort Casino (Reno, NV), McCaw Hall at the Seattle Center, Benson Hotel, Hilton Portland, the Seattle Aquarium, Argosy Cruises, University of Washington, VIRGINIA V Historic Ship and Antioch University. Dennis has had the honor of performing for distinguished clients such as Oregon Senator Rick Metsger, Seattle City Council member Jan Drago, Tacoma Mayorial Candidate Jim Merritt and Hewlett-Packard. Dennis' music has been described as "upbeat, seductive and relaxing" and clients can expect quality, memorable experiences. Dennis mostly plays timeless jazz and Brazilian bossa nova/samba standards along with the occasional pop (Beatles, Sting, etc.) tune. Dennis will also play traditional wedding music or learn requests from other genres. Besides performing as a solo artist, Dennis also composes, arranges, teaches guitar privately and presents jazz guitar clinics.

Dennis earned a Bachelor of Music (jazz guitar performance) from Cornish College of the Arts. As a Cornish student, he studied with notable jazz artists such as Chuck Deardorf, Dawn Clement, Julian Priester and Jovino Santos Neto. Dennis earned multiple talent-based scholarships and graduated Magna Cum Laude.

There are several unique aspects of Dennis' playing that sets him apart. A fingerstylist, Dennis has a gorgeous tone and he plays the seven-string guitar. He has a strong harmonic sense and his voicings are unique among guitarists. His ability to take on more than one role simultaneously (combining melodies, harmony and bass lines) makes Dennis a perfect fit for solo performances. Dennis' playing style is very lyrical and his sound is warm and engaging. Dennis' music works great as background ambience for events and also as a main attraction.

• A Felicidade - Jobim/Moraes
• A Flower Is A Lovesome Thing - Strayhorn
• A Foggy Day - Gershwin
• Alice In Wonderland - Fain/Hilliard
• All Blues - Davis
• Alone Together - Schwartz/Dietz
• Angel Eyes - Dennis/Brent
• Beatrice - Rivers
• Beautiful Love - Young/Van Alstyne/Gillespie
• Blue Monk - Monk
• Bohemia After Dark - Pettiford
• Chega De Saudade - Jobim/Hendricks/Cavanaugh
• Days Of Wine And Roses - Mancini/Mercer
• Dindi - Jobim
• Dolphin Dance - Hancock
• Emily - Mercer/Mandel
• Footprints - Shorter
• How Deep Is The Ocean - Berlin
• In A Mellow Tone - Ellington
• Infant Eyes - Shorter
• Look To The Sky - Jobim
• Manha de Carnaval - Bonfa
• Meditation - Jobim/Mendonca
• Monk's Dream - Monk
• My Funny Valentine - Rodgers
• Naima - Coltrane
• Nardis - Davis
• Night And Day - Porter
• No Moon At All - Evans/Mann
• Non-Stop To Brazil - Bonfa
• On Green Dolphin Street - Kaper
• Only Trust Your Heart - Carter/Cahn
• Samba de Orly - Moraes/Toquinho/Buarque
• Since I Fell For You - Johnson
• Slow Hot Wind - Mancini
• So What - Davis
• Stella By Starlight - Young
• Take Five - Desmond
• Tangerine - Schertzinger/Mercer
• The Girl From Ipanema - Jobim/Moraes
• The Night Has A Thousand Eyes - Weisman/Garrett/Wayne
• The Way You Look Tonight - Kern/Fields
• There Is No Greater Love - Symes/Jones
• There's A Small Hotel - Rodgers/Hart
• They Can't Take That Away From Me - Gershwin/Gershwin
• They Say It's Wonderful - Berlin
• This Can't Be Love - Hart/Rodgers
• Wave - Jobim
• Whisper Not - Golson
• You Don't Know What Love Is - Raye/DePaul
• and more

Anniversaries, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Celebrations, Clubs, Cocktail Parties, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Restaurants, Reunions, School Assemblies, Sweet 16 Parties, Weddings, Wedding Ceremonies, Wedding Cocktail Hours, Wedding Receptions...and more.

• Dennis Moss was a great addition to our 6/21/10 corporate cocktail party. The music was wonderful, and he was very accommodating leading up to, and during, the event. Everyone loved Dennis Moss and his band's sound, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a jazz soloist, duo or trio that would absolutely complement their event. -- Liz S, Portland, OR, 6/21/2010
• Dennis has a natural talent and presents himself with professionalism. He was a joy to listen to, and I had many compliments on his performance. I highly recommend Dennis for any occasion. -- Regina H, Portland, OR, 12/4/2009
• Dennis handled the entertainment of our event with complete professionalism. He played beautifully and my guests unanimously agreed that he was a great success. I'd recommend him to anyone considering live entertainment at their event. -- Kathy M, Portland, OR, 5/14/2010
• Dennis was great. He accommodated the hostest's needs and made our evening even more elegant than we had ever anticpated. I would rehire him for an event in a heartbeat. -- Gail N, Medina, WA, 1/30/2010
• Dennis did an amazing job for our office party! We all look forward to using him for future events. = ) -- Carina M, Portland, OR, 10/28/2010
• Dennis arrived on time, with a smile on his face, despite the nasty, rainy weather! His music added that extra special touch for my husband's 40th bday party and helped to create a warm, inviting party atmosphere for our guests. I highly recommend Dennis and hope to work with him again in the future. -- Suzanne H, Bellevue, WA, 11/6/2010
• Denis did a wonderful job at our corporate funciton! Very professional, accomodating, talented and very humble. Definately recommend him for future gigs. -- Jean B, Seattle, WA, 10/29/2009
• Dennis was courteous, professional and played beautifully. We would happily hire him again. -- Tearesa H, Portland, OR, 9/21/2011

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