Calamity Jazz

• Schmale, Fred - trombone
• Graf, Meg - flute,piano,strings,reeds
• Cox, Vicki - trumpet,flugelhorn,vocals
• Muellner, John - percussion,harmonica,voc
• Larsen, Cork - banjo

Whether your event calls for a dance band, a flute and piano duet, a jazz trio of saxophone, piano and string bass, a polka band featuring accordion and clarinet, classical music played on violin, or the sweet strains of a Celtic harp, the musicians of Calamity Jazz have the versatility and repertoire to provide just the right ambience.

Just as Calamity Jane was an innovative personality who broke molds and stereotypes, so Calamity Jazz ['way out here in the Wild West] honors our musical heritage by playing traditional jazz, gospel, and ragtime, coupled with swing, ballads, standards, novelty tunes, blues, and more.

A note regarding the tune list: We tailor our set lists for the event and the occasion. Our goal is the complete satisfaction of our customers, and we are constantly expanding our repertoire.

We play for weddings, funerals, anniversaries, parties, receptions, ice cream socials, proms... we believe that live music provides the perfect atmosphere for any occasion.

Contact us! We'll provide more information and references, and will gladly answer your questions.

• All of Me
• Baby, won't you please come Home?
• Bill Bailey
• Cherry
• Dream Man
• After you've Gone
• Dinah
• JaDa
• Kiss to Build a Dream on
• Papa's Gone, Good-bye
• Riverside Blues
• Tishimingo Blues
• Mecca Flat Blues
• Milenburg Joys
• 'Deed I Do!
• Knee Drops - Lil Hardin Armstrong
• Once in a While
• Salt of my Tears
• Sugar
• Honeysuckle Rose - Fats Waller
• Washington & Lee Swing
• Cakewalkin' Babies from Home
• Home
• Gone
• Creole Love Call
• Apex Blues
• Tin Roof Blues
• San Francisco Bay Blues
• Wolverine Blues
• Blue because of You
• Black and Blue
• Washboard Wiggles
• Tiger Rag
• Yellow Dog Blues
• Sunny Side of the Street
• Mahogany Hall Stomp
• What can I say, Dear?
• Battle Hymn of the Republic
• Old Rugged Cross
• Amazing Grace
• On the Alamo
• San Antonio Rose
• Chinatown, my Chinatown
• China Boy
• Japanese Sandman
• Smiles
• When you're Smiling
• Fascination
• Tennessee Waltz
• Nevertheless
• Panama
• Chelsea on Down
• Coney Island Washboard
• Back Home in Indiana
• Always
• Blue Skies
• Big Butter and Egg Man
• You've come a Long Way from St. Louis
• Avalon
• Margie
• Sweet Sue
• Ida, Sweet as Apple Cider
• I'll be a Friend with Pleasure
• Up a Lazy River
• St. Louis Blues
• New Orleans Stomp
• New Orleans Shuffle
• Do you Know what it Means to Miss New Orleans?
• Atlanta Blues
• St. James Infirmary Blues
• Hindustan
• Borneo
• Down in Jungletown
• It don't mean a Thing...
• Alexander's Ragtime Band
• In the Mood
• String of Pearls
• Mood Indigo
• Aquellos Ojos Verdes
• Spanish Eyes
• Down by the Riverside
• Mexican Hat Dance
• Big Bear Stomp
• Petite Fleur
• Jeepers, Creepers!
• Pretty Baby
• Baby Face
• I want a Girl
• It's a Long Way to Tipperary
• Bogalusa Strut
• Darkness on the Delta
• I Found a New Baby
• Bare Necessities
• I don't want to set the World on Fire
• more

Anniversaries, Apres Ski Parties, Awards Nights, Bachelor Parties, Bachelorette Parties, Banquets, Bar Mitzvahs, Bat Mitzvahs, Birthday Parties, Children's Birthday Parties, Casinos, Celebrations, Christenings, Christmas Parties, Church Services, Clubs, Coffee Shops, Community Events, Conventions, Corporate Functions, Country Clubs, Cruise Ships, Dinner Dances, Festivals, Fraternity Functions, Fund Raisers, Funerals, Graduation Parties, Grand Openings, Hotels, Movie Soundtracks, Picnic, Private Parties, Proms, Resorts, Restaurants, Reunions, Showers, Sorority Function, Weddings

• Calamity Jazz played for our parent's 50th wedding anniversary (a big room full of jazz fans) and they were terrific--excellent musicians, great song selection, professional, and they obviously enjoyed playing together. A big hit, really helped make the party a memorable event. -- Lydia G, Portland, OR, 9/13/2009
• Absolutely amazing musicians!!! Just a great band, everyone loved their sound! -- Augustine C, Jacksonville, OR, 6/27/2009
• Calamity Jazz was AMAZING! We booked them for our wedding, and they were fabulous the entire time. Being a busy bride- I didn't communicate as much as I would have liked, or even met them beforehand, but the came through with an amazing performance. They bent over backwards for us and were so nice in doing so! They played a fun and excellent selection- They were super friendly and their communication before and after the event was steller. I can't say enough about how wonderful they are. Whenever we're in need of musicians for any event- they will be our number one choice!!! Thank you- and we'll be in touch! -- Laura B, Terrebonne, OR, 9/7/2008
• We had Calamity Jazz play for us on the Sternwheeler Rose. It was the perfect music for the setting. The group was there on time, knew the songs on the playlist we had given them, and had a great sense of timing in that they played the most appropriate songs for the events of the moment. In addition to their professionalism, they are gracious and wonderful people to work with. -- Linda P, Portland, OR, 5/4/2008
• We hired Calamity Jazz for our wedding. We are music lovers and wanted something that would be good and that everyone would appreciate.Everyone we talked to all night made comments on how wonderful the music was. I will definately be recomending them to anyone looking for a band for any occasion. Meg is wonderful and easy to work with and the whole band was just great. Perfect for our occasion -- Billie1 G, Cle Elum, WA, 3/15/2008
• I was very impressed with the band. They worked with us, were kind, never made me feel like I was asking them too many questions and worked very well with me to help the bride and groom enjoy their reception. They will come highly recommended by me in the future. Katie Zuniga Wedding Planner Owner: With This Ring -- Katie Z, Salem, OR, 5/16/2008
• this is the 2nd time we have used them. Meg Graf is great to work with and so accomodating!! We will definitely use Calamity Jazz again in the future!! -- Stephanie H, Lake Oswego, OR, 6/17/2007
• A great and personable group who "made" the event for us. MAny thanks G Burton -- Gillian B, Prineville, OR, 10/24/2007
• Everyone thoroughly enjoyed this group. The selection of music was perfect for the event! I received quite high compliments on my choice of entertainers!! :) -- Iva P, Cottage Grove, OR, 3/29/2008
• We were very pleased with the performance of Calamity Jazz. Meg was wonderful to work with and was always prompt in returning emails and phone calls. -- Cheryl S, Dundee, OR, 8/16/2009

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