Chris Platt Jazz Guitarist from Toronto, ON

When you book your event with Chris Platt, you're getting quality above all else. All of your questions and inquiries will be answered promptly, with the clients needs at the forefront of the booking process. When all of the information for a quote is submitted, Chris will simply send a contract to sign, and request a deposit. Then, your event is booked! Our most popular instrumentation is a Jazz Trio with Guitar, Upright Bass, and Vocals. This arrangement is incredibly adaptive to all sorts of events and spaces, drawing from the repertoire of Jazz, Blues, Latin, and Motown. Whether you're looking for background music, or something that's more the focus of the party, The Chris Platt Trio will add a touch of class to your event! Get in touch to book your event/wedding today! Bio: Following the completion of an Applied Music Diploma from Mohawk College, Chris went on to complete a Degree in Jazz Performance at the University of Toronto, where he had the privilege of studying under Mike Murley, Kelly Jefferson, Chase Sanborn, Geoff Young, Andrew Downing, and Dave Young. Chris has also had the opportunity of performing with some of the best musicians in the world, such as, Dave Leibman, Norma Winstone, Jerry Bergonzi, Mike Murley, Dave Young, Reg Schwager, Bob Shields, Pat Collins, Kieran Overs, Chase Sanborn, and many others. At this point in time, Chris' influences include a broad range of genres including Blues, Jazz, and Brazilian music. His music infuses these influences while still remaining true to the jazz idiom. Now an emerging artist on the Toronto scene, he is busy performing around town while continuing to teach and write music.