Karen Wilhelm  Jazz Band from Gurnee, IL

KAW Entertainment, LLC, featuring International Recording Artist and songwriter, Karen Wilhelm, is a highly polished, professional entertainment source that can supply your musical needs, from the intimacy of a duo to the full rich sound of a quartet or quintet, soothing instrumentals or warm sultry vocals. We specialize in the Jazz Standards from the Great American Song Book. Karen and her trio, The Standard Time Trio performed for over 5 years at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel in Philadelphia, PA. Karen was also a featured vocalist singing our National Anthem for a Philadelphia 76'ers game. She has been featured throughout the country and have vast experience performing at many different type of venues- where she can go from vocalist at your ceremony to full band at your reception, banquets, corporate events, private parties, benefits, studio recording as well as many of the top jazz venues. Critic's say... Karen is clearly a singer with performance credentials to back up her pipes and knows how to dramatize a song without lapsing into melodrama. She has a robust voice with her own distinct colors. David Dupont - Cadence Magazine Karen has a big, warm clear sound that has a sultry quality in her upbeat swing interpretations. Her performance shows she has considerable scat capabilities. Susan L Pena - Reading Eagle Karen possesses a lovely, throaty alto voice that she employs to great effect communicating the meaning of the lyrics she sings. One feels that she has lived the emotions she sings. Michael Caruso - Chestnut Hill paper Karen, is a sultry alto with a style reminiscent of big band giants like Billie Holliday Bruce G. - Band leader 'A classy, professional singer - great look, great arrangements, and... a sweet vocal style!' Bob Egan - Bob Egan Entertainment and Cabaret at Odette's An anonymous patron states 'Madame, your voice could separate a rich man from his wealth, and comfort the poor' If you are looking for a sophisticated sound and truly appreciate the finer things in music, then KAW Entertainment,LLC is the right choice.