The New Standard Jazz Quintet Jazz Band from Keyport, NJ

The New Standard Jazz Quintet featuring Vocalist Layonne Holmes - "A Tribute to the Grand Ladies of Jazz" Performing Songs from the Great American Jazz Songbook as sung by Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn, Etta James and Nina Simone The New Standard Jazz Quintet Vocalist Layonne Holmes is electrifying audiences with her interpretation of the Great American Jazz Songbook as sung by the Grand Ladies of Jazz - Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Etta James, Sarah Vaughn, Nina Simone and others, singing the songs that made them famous. The New Standard Jazz Quintet features recording artists drummer/percussionist Dave Anthony, pianist Bob Himmelberger, trumpeter Michael Gribbroek, and bassist Gerald Carboy, they create a truly special experience for music enthusiasts. This performance will bring you back to an era in jazz where sultry voiced singers sung heart felt songs of passion and of love. It will surely bring a smile and a tear to those who enjoy the music of this period. "Aside from the great entertainment, from a business standpoint, our nights with Ladies of Jazz were always above forecast, generating great turnout and always a positive night for revenue." ~ Fromagerie Restaurant, Rumson, NJ