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Overview
If you are looking for some classy jazz, the Prickly Pair Jazz Duo is an affordable option. We perform straight-ahead jazz standards, Latin, bossa's, sambas as well as some pop favorites, a great mix for most crowds.
The Prickly Pair Jazz Duo is an instrumental jazz guitar and bass duo. We perform at many corporate get-togethers, private dinner and cocktail parties, grand openings as well as weddings. Our music will never overpower your guests' ability to talk, or just enjoy the music. The style and professionalism of the Prickly Pair Duo create a musical ambiance that will add class to any party or corporate event.
If your looking for a larger group see: Nuance Jazz
15 Reviews
Prickly Pair Jazz Duo played at my wedding reception. First off: they performed wonderfully! They created an an atmosphere that was pleasant, classy, and relaxed. Secondly, all my guests loved the music! Nobody had to shout over each other and the overall mood was pleasant. These guys are on time, respectful, clean cut, and very talented. I would recommend them to everyone!
Jazz Guitarist, Jazz Band
Prickly Pair were awesome. A great chill vibe for a laid back welcome event. Many compliments.
Jazz Band
Highly accomplished musicians,and great guys, too. We will definitely be booking them again. You hear echoes of Joe Pass, Dizzy Gillespie, and Ron Carter.
Jazz Band
These three were perfect! They were dressed impeccably, sounded beautiful, and made everything seem very easy. Our garden ceremony wouldn’t have been the same without their touch of class.
Jazz Band
The Prickly Pair Jazz Duo was perfect for our corporate event. We were looking for background music during our pre-dinner reception as well as background music for dinner. The music--and volume of the music-was perfect. In addition, we started our program at 8:00 p.m. during which time they had to "break down" their equipment. They were so quiet doing that, I forgot they were even there!!!
Thanks, Dan.
Jazz Guitarist
The audience of ~75 loved their performance. They have played with some of the all-time jazz and blues greats for a very definite reason. We are definitely having them back. Top notch.
Jazz Guitarist
Prickly Pair was exactly what I was looking for at my event.
They came early, were prepared and were very nice!
Everyone enjoyed the music!
Jazz Band
Prickly Pair showed up ahead of time, set up and started doing their thing - which is wonderful to hear! Smooth Jazz which everyone could enjoy - added to the atmosphere without being intrusive just gave the right "vibe" to the evening.
Would wholeheartedly recommend.
Jazz Band
The guys were terrific. Consummate musicians and very personable. Our even planner mentioned how they added greatly to the ambiance. 200 attendees who stayed for the duration! So happy with how it all turned out!
Jazz Guitarist
I did not want a DJ for my wedding, but I did want some live jazz. The Prickly Pair Jazz duo was great: they played standard jazz favorites, and the music was a great compliment to the reception! Communication was very easy, and I enjoyed working with them.
Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist
We are so pleased with Prickly Pear the guys were amazing !!!! They entertained our wedding party for the whole evening ,there repertoire was amazing and we would only use them for our future events !!!
Jazz Guitarist
Dennis and Dave of The Prickley Pear Jazz Duo were perfect for our Celebration of life event even in a venue with less than stellar acoustics. Very accomplished musicians and very personable.
Our guests came about 10 minutes early so they asked if they could go ahead and start! The volume was just right to hear but still allow conversation. I went outside briefly and missed the one song I had specifically requested, so they played it again for me!
Couldn't have been better!
Thank you.
Jazz Guitarist
They arrived and were set up before our dinner began at the Musical Instrument Museum in the courtyard. They are experienced and talented and just very cool dudes.
Guitarist, Jazz Guitarist
This Duo was perfect for our event. Professional, accommodating and of course GREAT MUSIC!!!
Jazz Band
Start to finish, this was a fantastic experience. These guys are great players.
Booking Info
Price Range: $250 - $900
Gig Length: 60 - 240 minutes
Languages: English
What to Expect
Typical performaces consist of approximately 50 minute sets followed by a 10 minute break.
Following is a brief list of the types of tunes that we play:
MEDIUM TEMPO STANDARDS
A Foggy Day
Alone Together
Autumn Leaves
Beautiful Love
The Days of Wine and Roses
Dreamsville
Green Dolphin Street
Have You Met Miss Jones
I Thought About You
I Remember You
Line Someone In Love
My Romance
Softly , As In a Morning Sunrise
Stella By Starlight
Stompin At the Savoy
Witchcraft
UP Tempo
All The Things You Are
East of The Sun
I Love You
Indiana
It Could Happen To You
It’s All Right With Me
Just Friends
My Shining Hour
Night And Day
Secret Love
Solar
There Is No Greater Love
There Will Never Be Another You
Ballads
Body And Soul
Darn That Dream
Embraceable You
Misty
My One And Only Love
Old Folks
Round Midnight
We’ll Be Together Again
Bossas
Black Orpheus
Corcovado
Desafinado
Dindi
For Baden
Gentle Rain
The Girl From Ipanema
How Insensative
I’ll Remember April
La Samba
Meditation
Nica’s Dream
The Night Has A Thousand Eyes
Once I Loved
Pablo
Recado Bossa Nova
The Shadow Of Your Smile
St Thomas
Summer Samba
Triste
Watch What Happens
Wave
When Sunny Gets Blue
3/4
All Blues
The Boy Next Door
Emily
Footprints
Jitterbug Waltz
Someday My Prince Will Come
Very Early
Windows
Misc.
Gingerbread Boy
Inner Urge
Kiwi Bird
Pannonica
Road Song
Sugar
Sunny
Unit Seven
And Many more.....
Services Offered
Past Booked Events
| March 28, 2023 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Nonprofit Event |
| November 06, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Anniversary Party |
| March 26, 2022 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| March 22, 2022 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Nonprofit Event |
| March 19, 2022 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| February 04, 2022 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| November 26, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| November 03, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
| April 23, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
| April 06, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Dinner Party |
| April 19, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Retirement Community Event |
| January 21, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | House Party |
| November 14, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event |
| September 14, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Anniversary Party |
| June 27, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
| June 14, 2019 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Corporate Event |
| May 15, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
| April 27, 2019 • 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| February 26, 2019 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
| January 08, 2019 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
| November 10, 2018 • 5:00pm - 10:30pm | Wedding Reception |
| June 16, 2018 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Personal Occasion |
| March 18, 2018 • 6:30pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
| October 09, 2016 • 2:00pm - 4:00pm | City of Surprise - Recreation Dept. |
| September 13, 2016 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Tatum Ranch Golf Club - Dinner Music |
| August 09, 2016 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Tatum Ranch Golf Club - Dinner Music |
| July 26, 2016 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Anniversary Party |
| July 12, 2016 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Tatum Ranch Golf Club - Dinner Music |
| July 10, 2016 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Wedding Reception at the Clayton |
| June 20, 2016 • 7:00pm - 10:30pm | Mott MacDonald Corporate Event - Herberger Phoenix |
| April 30, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Cermony - AZ Country Club |
| April 28, 2016 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Scripts Howard Awards Event |
| April 23, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Hilton Squaw Peak - AZ Hemophilia Society |
| April 16, 2016 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | 80th Birthday Event |
| April 09, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Wedding Celebration - Peoria |
| February 27, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Scottsdale - Tatus Ranch |
| February 20, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Private Wine Tasting - Paradise Valley AZ |
| February 19, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Jazz In the Hills - Fountain Hills AZ |
| January 30, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Private Party - Flemings Steakhouse - Scottsdale |
| January 14, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | AltaMira Art Gallery Scottsdale AZ |
| January 09, 2016 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Chandler Cocktail Party! |
| January 09, 2016 | Cocktail Party |
| December 31, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | VI at Grayhawk - Senior Living Center |
| November 21, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Aniversary Party - Fountain Hills |
| November 07, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Phoenix - AZ Hemophilia Association Conference |
| November 07, 2015 | Nonprofit Event |
| October 24, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | La Bocca Wine Bar and Urban Lounge |
| October 22, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Scottsdale - VI at Grayhawk Aniversary Party |
| September 24, 2015 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Glendale Az - Morningstar Senior Living |
| May 03, 2013 | Private Party |
Team
| Dan Sieckman | Jazz Guitarist - Leader |
| Dennis Sexton | bass |
Setup Requirements
Small space required!! - approx 6' x 8'
Testimonials
Thank you so much for making our wedding so fantastic with your fabulous music. It was the perfect added touch that we were looking for.
– Mr. and Mrs Tommy T.
They play straight-ahead jazz, quiet but intense. You can have a conversation over it, but it's worth devoting your listening attention to it if you're so inclined. -Jay P
– Jay P.
These guys were super! I couldn't have asked for more. They're brand of music was just the right touch for our corporate event. They were also very accommodating in handling a few special requests. They are great musicians, and I would definitely use them again without hesitation. -Teddi J, Phoenix, AZ
– Teddi J.
Perfect for our event! -Jim R, Phoenix, AZ
– Jim R
I can’t recommend a better local jazz musician. We hired Dan for our wedding and he really kicked the occasion up to another level of class with his solid playing. We’ll definitely call him again for some future event. - Dave McElfresh (former jazz writer for Goldmine, Cadence, Coda, Downbeat, Wire, Phoenix New Times, Tucson Weekly, Jazz Now)
– Dave McElfresh