Book Elaine Dame and you'll be treated to a festive ambiance of style and sophistication. Since 1997, Elaine and her jazz bands have provided entertainment for over 1000 events. Whether she is performing at New York's legendary Rainbow Room, at The Chicago Jazz Festival, or providing entertainment for your Chicago corporate event, house party, fundraising gala, or wedding, Elaine and her team are committed to providing a superior level of service and musicianship that is unparalleled in the industry.
"Dame has risen to the top ranks of Chicago jazz singers."-NEIL TESSER, AUTHOR, PLAYBOY GUIDE TO JAZZ
"Jazz dynamo Dame continues to be a gem in the city's vocal jazz scene"-TIME OUT CHICAGO
Elaine performed for my black tie 40th Birthday Event at Swift and Sons in Chicago. Her song list was extensive, her trio of instrumentalists were top notch, and the performance was absolutely amazing. She did everything and I didn’t have to worry about a thing - from setup through the end! She is truly one of the best and most professional performer I’ve ever worked with. I would highly recommend her for any event - big or small - to set the mood for a beautiful event.
Response from Elaine Dame, Chicago Jazz Singer:
Wow, Steven! Thank you so much for taking the time to pen this very kind review. You made my day! The best part is knowing that you were very pleased with my services. I hope we can work together again! In the meantime, all the best to you, Elaine
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Elaine and her pianist, Jeremy Kahn are amazing! They were the hit of the reception. Everybody complimented them and wanted to know where we found them. Highly recommend!
Our jazz vocalist and keyboard player were fantastic!
If I could give six stars I would. Elaine was fabulous from start to finish. She made all the arrangments for our event and I felt at ease that all would be wonderful -- and indeed it was. Thank you so very much.
Elaine and Kyle were outstanding! Elaine performed as part of our Smooth Sunset weekend in South Haven, MI. The weather and setting with the Black River and Lake Michigan in the background was incredible. Elaine is just a wonderful jazz singer and has such and engaging personality! All of her tremedous reviews are right on track. We look forward to having Elaine back for our next event in November!
A wonderful vocalist and an absolute favorite with my guests... Completely professional throughout the event... A must booking...
Elaine Dame brought tears to my wife's eyes! I booked Elaine to surprise serenade my wife and I as a 13th wedding anniversary gift. My romantic gesture deficit was instantly in surplus ;). Elaine was accommodating for venue location, date and time, had a broad music selection and performed just beautifully. Thank you Elaine!
Elaine was so easy to work with. Everything went smoothly as far as booking her and talking about what we were looking for.
The day of my moms party was so much more memorable due to Elaine’s beautiful voice and providing great music for our guests. I’d hire her again.
Elaine created a very personal experience for our family. She performed music my parents loved. She was flexible to work around their schedule. Much appreciated her warmth and sensitivity.
Response from Elaine Dame, Chicago Jazz Singer:
Gerriann, thank you for taking the time to write this beautiful testimonial. It was a sincere honor to perform for your parents and the best part for me was hearing that they both enjoyed it. All the best to you, Elaine
We hired Elaine for a private party this past weekend and she and her two band members were top drawer fantastic. She is a complete professional and very gifted. Wish she could have played all night.
Elaine is great! She helped us book a wonderful guitarist for an event!
Elaine put me in contact with the exact right musician for our event. It was a wonderful evening, due in large part to her hard work and flexibility. I had originally booked another artist, but he cancelled on us three days before the event. On very short notice, Elaine stepped up and found the perfect replacement.
My company used Elaine's services for an Open House - and they were great! Fairly priced and sent an amazing musician for our event. Highly recommend Elaine and her team for any musical needs. We will definitely be working with her again!
The evening was great at J Parker Roof top. Chris and Dave came thro' as expected. Thank you Elaine. Kamal
Elaine is an extraordinary chanteuse, and intuitively knew the needs of her audience and our occasion. She was so professional leading up to the event, and her wonderful performance truly elevated our celebration.
Elaine was an absolutely pleasure to work with from beginning to end. She provided a wonderful musician for our holiday work event and I could not have asked for better. I will highly recommend her services to anyone in need of musical talent for an event. I cannot say enough good about her professional services and would be delighted to be able to use her again in the future. Thank you Elaine!
Elaine was a great help getting me a piano player for our New Year's Party. Kelly, our pianist was so nice and played what ever we wanted. Made the party.
Thanks Elaine!!!!
We hired a jazz pianist and a saxophone player for my sons cocktail hour at the Sofitel. I was very specific in the kind of music we wanted played and they did exactly what we wanted. They were on time, even early, looked good and sounded great. I would definitely recommend them for any event.
My wife and I were recently married. We planned a small wedding with just family and a couple of close friends, approx. 35 people. We wanted the wedding to be memorable and classy. I told my wife I would handle the music. Fortunately, I found Elaine Dame. Over the past couple of weeks we've received numerous compliments on a classy wedding with great music. I highly recommend Elaine and will use her services again. She's a true professional.
Elaine Dame exceeds her reputation as the top jazz singer in Chicago. We were looking for a smart, stylish, elegant and classy performer for our Christmas Party, and she delivered on all. Porter, Berlin, Gershwin, and Cahn she captured that air of sophistication that got to the heart of their lyrics! Wow, our home was transported back to another era and we have Elaine to thank for that. As Cole Porter wrote; "Your The Top" its the best description for Elaine's work - 6 stars across the board.
Elaine, with her guitarist and bassist provided the perfect entertainment for our event! She has an amazing voice and her passion for the music engaged our guests. We look forward to working with Elaine Dame again!
Elaine is very easy to work with. She is super nice and gets back to you right away. We had a saxophone player during our ceremony and he did an excellent job - he even played Here Comes the Bride!
We hired the Elaine Dame Duo for an intimate gathering at our home. From the first email, Elaine was enthusiastic, professional, and thorough. We had excellent communication before and after the event and it showed in her performance. She is extremely talented and was able to expertly tailor the performance to the setting and our tastes. Elaine's range is broad and dynamic, and she clearly has a true love for the music. I look forward to working with her again in the future.
Elaine was such a pleasure to work with. I was looking for just a solo saxophone player and she helped me every step of the way. She was so helpful and answered all questions I had in a fast and professional manner. She was lovely to work with and I hope we need her assistance again in the future with another event. I would highly recommend her! It was a breath of fresh air working with her and I will miss our emails. Great job Elaine and Bill (Saxophone Player)
Elaine and group performed at Macy's Flower Show and everyone absolutely loved it! It was incredibly upbeat and fun to watch and enjoy. Elaine was especially great to work with. I absolutely recommend them!
Elaine performed at our Roaring 20's holiday party much to our guest's delight! She was fantastic to work with, and really helped to make our event a success! I would highly recommend Elaine for any event you are having!
Elaine Dame and her jazz trio performed at a surprise birthday party for my wife. Her flexibility with the venue, communication, and follow through were perfect. Elaine managed the logistics seamlessly with the focus of her efforts going towards an extraordinary night of music. The music never overpowered the celebration but due to the class, talent, and expertise of all three musicians the event was over the top. Thank you Elaine!
Elaine is a true living legend in her own right, but she also has a rare gift for connecting with people on all levels, including her music-- that is the magic!
We had the good fortune to meet Elaine at our dear friend, Chris', annual Christmas party years ago swinging to her lovely voice. Years later, as my husband and I decided to get married, we looked no further than Elaine to set the mood for our special day on another friends' farm in Michigan. We asked her to perform for both the ceremony and reception-- two different experiences we wanted to create. Elaine met with us several times before the date to make sure everything was just right. She also recruited an amazing band-- trumpet, keyword, bass, and percussion-- to back it all up. She created a custom arrangement for our ceremony and allowed another friend of ours to perform "Just Breathe" with her. It was electric and gave everyone goosebumps. Later-- she allowed me (the amateur) to perform with them with my Tenor Sax. What a thrill!
From all the pictures throughout the day, everyone was smiling throughout. Elaine brought the music, the mood, and the joy to it all. Magic. We were so blessed to have had her perform for us, but even more to consider her a dear friend for life.
She was so helpful in making our wedding reception warm, classy, and relaxing. With her guidance, the reception went without a hitch. We were working with a small venue and she was amazing at coordinating the logistics of our reception – from the introductions of our attendants, to the cutting of the cake, and the start of our first dance. Very professional as well – Elaine was always VERY prompt with returning phone calls and emails. Most importantly, the music!! Elaine is a very talented musician and works with only the best! Thank you so much for making our wedding reception fantastic! Everyone really enjoyed your music! Ken and James, June 2014
Elaine came highly recommended by our wedding planner, SQN Events. She did not disappoint us, and actually exceeded our expectations. We were able to visit her website and find several recent examples of her work and were blown away. She was easy to contact, responsive to our needs, and incredibly easy to work with. We had arranged for a family member to introduce us, and due to a last minute change of plans, were in need of someone else to fill the spot. Elaine stepped up and not only offered to do the introduction for us, she also sang a special song that we requested be sung as we walked into the room. Several guests commented on Elaine's singing and class. She honored our guests special requests, which was appreciated. As we think back on our wedding day, we will always be thankful for Elaine's stellar performance. Out of all of the vendors that we worked with, she was one of the top 2 for our special day.
I saw Elaine Dame perform at a holiday party, and I loved her energy, so when it was time to hire a jazz singer for a 100 person birthday event, I knew who to call. This was a huge weekend celebration with a LOT of moving parts. Without question, one of the best decisions I made was hiring Elaine. I knew she was lovely with great voice, from hearing her perform at the holiday party I attended. What I came to find out was that she is also INCREDIBLY flexible, professional, on-point, responsible, and helpful. Working with her was a complete pleasure. Without question, I would recommend her. If you hire her, I am sure you will be as pleased and relieved as I was to have found her.
Elaine gave a wonderful performance at the Schaumburg Township District Library. Her voice is absolutely amazing, and our patrons raved about the concert. We will definitely be asking her to perform for us again.
Elaine arranged for musical entertainment for our annual conference held in Chicago December 11-13, 2013. She was excellent to work with, followed up in a timely manner, and put together a supburb group of musicians.
Elaine was so helpful in making my company's holiday party go off without a hitch. We were working with a small, multi-level venue, and she was amazing at coordinating the logistics of the evening. Very professional as well - Elaine was always VERY prompt with returning phone calls and emails. Most importantly, the music!! Elaine is a very talented musician and works with only the best!
Fabulous afternoon! Our prospects and residents thouroughly enjoyed Elaines performance. It was personal with warm touches while performing for over 150 guests. The perfect mix of holiday and jazz selections. We will definitely ask Elaine back next year for our Holiday event.
Elaine and two of her colleagues, a guitarist and bassist, played at my husband's and my wedding reception in August. Everything was perfect. The guests all enjoyed the music--everyone from those in their twenties to those in their eighties. Many guests approached to to ask where we found such terrific performers. I can't recommend Elaine Dame enough!
Elaine, as part of a quartet, played an event for my family and it was flawless. She picks the right music to accent the mood of the night and alters that as the crowd dictates. She worked seamlessly with the restaurant and during a wedding week that made things extra easy on me. I would recommend Elaine and will gladly use her again.
Elaine was very easy to work with. As with any corporate event, we need for our contractors professional, and that's exactly what Elaine was. Responses were timely and informative. I work at all hours of the day, so someone that can email me or call me back on a timely basis is welcome. Her performance was phenomenal and even was a trooper when we asked her to make an announcement. Thanks again Elaine. Will totally contact you when I'm in need of a Jazz Singer!
Elaine and the two musicians who accompanied provided exactly what we wanted for our corporate event. She is very talented and professional, and I wouldn't hesitate to hire her for our next function.
I was nervous about hiring a singer site unseen and from the Internet. Elaine reassured me and took initiative to be in frequent contact with me. The singer was more than I could have wished for. Prompt, professional and a beautiful voice and entertainer. I can't wait to use Elaine Dame again under happier circumstances. Thank you
I have hired Elaine for several events over the past year. She always puts on a great show and is very accommodating with our requests. I would recommend her in a heartbeat.
We hired Elaine on numerous occasions and she was the consummate professional. She is hands down one of the best REAL JAZZ singers in Chicago and by being one of the best in Chicago, makes her one of the best singers in the nation.
She always delivers. Elaine knows how to sell a song, communicate and relate to and befriend an audience. And of course the honey like clarity of her voice, her ability to infuse emotion into the lyric and her interpretive skills as an artist make her unique. She has style and presence.
Elaine Dame is Fantastic.
Elaine wasn't our singer (sadly she was booked) but she booked the musicians for our wedding at the Chicago Cultural Center and I couldn't have been happier with the quaility of the music and her wonderful service.
Elaine Dame was nothing short of outstanding for our recent wedding. She gladly incorporated the songs we chose from her playlist with other selections her trio deftly played. Newer was the volume overbearing or intrusive. She even took requests from guests, without cheapening the slickness of her performance. Elaine is adept at incorporating the talents of her band in her performances....never upstaging, but rather, complimenting each other. Beyond her musical prowess, you will be hard pressed to find a more professional musician in the Chicagoland area, in terms of logistics, set up, and coordination with event planners. She is sincere in her craft, and truly delivered a fantastic performance for our guests. If you are looking for a talented, diverse, and truly lights out jazz performer, look no further. Sincerely, Jim
Elaine did a lovely program for us before the library opened on a Sunday.
She took requests from the audience and had a good rapport with those who attended. Her voice is wonderful. I would highly recommend her.
Elaine has the aura of a celebrity entertainer. We were delighted when Elaine was available to perform during cocktail hour at our wedding. She perfomed each song with her own personal style; drawing you into a familiar tune while experiencing it in a new and stimulating way.
We had an outdoor event for 400+ people. The whole evening was so elegant and wonderful with Elaine and her band. Elaine's voice is gorgeous, her sets were so well received and she and the band were very kind to take requests from our crowd. We've had people call us afterwards for her contact information and there is no doubt that we will book her again (if she'll have us!). Thank you!
The Elaine Dame Quartet was the icing on the cake for the surprise party I held in my home. She hired incredible musicians to compliment her phenomenal voice. What a treat to have some of the best jazz musicians in Chicago in my home! In addition to the fine musicianship, the level of professionalism was excellent. I will definitely hire her for future events!
I was referred to Elaine by another singer. Elaine performed at the concluding banquet for a sustainability and energy summer program that UIC, UC, IIT, NU, Argonne National Lab, and the Clean Energy Trust threw at the Crystal Gardens at Navy Pier.
Elaine sounded as wonderful by the end of the the three hour gig as she did at the beginning. Her style, intonation, choice of music (I gave her complete reign to pick whatever she wanted), and stage presence were simply wonderful. The members of her band were also phenomenal musicians, and she could not have put together a better team.
Elaine is not only EXTREMELY talented, but wonderful to work with. She was flexible in all things business and music related, and her sparkling personality made her a memorable addition to the banquet that she performed at. She was consistently doted over by attendees as one of the top reasons the evening was so successful.
I highly recommend her to anyone. I definitely plan on having her back for many more events in the future. TRULY A TREAT.
After a long love affair with Elaine as a singer, we decided to hire her to sing at our civil union celebration. It was a wonderful event, and hiring Elaine was probably the single best decision we made. She is an elegant, joyful singer whose singing is only outdone by her glorious personality. By the end of the evening, everyone was in love with her!
Very professional and a pleasure to work with. The quality of the show was absolutely top-notch. Superb vocals, superb musicians, great audience rapport. Would highly recommend them.
Elaine is such a pleasure to deal with! Cheerful, happy to be there, accommodating in every way. Not to mention her wondeerful talent! I'm looking forward to our next event with Elaine, and I heartily recommend her for any event where an upbeat, sophisticated vibe is needed.
Elaine has amazing talent! She truly knows how to read the room, as a Restaurant Manager I never had to worry about what to expect from Elaine. Her voice captivates you, leaving you wanting more!! Not to mention her warm, caring personality... she is genuinely kind and every guest in the room will know it!
I last saw Elaine Dame at the Cape Cod Room in the Drake Hotel, but I have seen her perform many times. Elaine is always, always a great time. Her voice is sublime, her choice of material is golden, but perhaps best of all is basking in the joy she radiates when she performs.
Elaine also has a way of "reading the room." Depending on her audience and the venue, I have seen her range from sophisticated to bawdy; from elegant to raucous; from emotionally moving to silly.
Elaine Dame has exquisite taste in musicians as well. I've purchased her CD for myself, and enjoyed it so much I have bought more to give to friends and family. Everyone I have brought along with me to one of her performances at Katerina's, Pops for Champagne, or other venues have always enjoyed her performances very much.
I highly recommend her as the consummate professional performer.
I "stumbled across" Elaine performing at Katerina's in Chicago several years ago and was thrilled. She is an incredible vocalist and flautist and brings such passion and competence to her work that it will take your breathe away. She is truly a treasure!
Some friends and I went to see the Elaine Dame Trio at Pops for Champagne and they were amazing! As a trio, they worked really well together, and were clearly having fun creating music together. The stand out, of course, is Elaine Dame herself. She is the consummate professional! Her smile draws you in, but it's her voice that makes you stay. I'm not a professional critic, but I know when someone's got "IT", and trust me, this woman has "IT"! She's the entire package...a natural:-)
elaine dame quartet performed at our luxury cruise event ... around 250 guests ... the jazz music appealed to the broad range of ages on board ... her voice is amazing ... she went way beyond her performance interacting with the guests ... such a class act ... a five star performance!
Elaine! We had seen her perform a couple of times at a friend's Holiday Party and once in a lounge. We asked her to do a surprise birthday, where her music was probably the biggest surprise for the birthday "man". She put together the perfect sets (responsive to requests)and pulled together the perfect group. Will always be the best of memories, easy to close your eyes and hear her voice; it is so wonderful!
I have been following Elaine's career for nearly five years! I first heard Elaine at La Toche and thereafter in many venues including Philander's, The Pump Room, The Coq d'or, Salt Creek Wine Bar, the Crimson Room, Twist, and many more. I have purchased many, many of her CDs, both first and second(!) pressings. I have sent them to friends and family across the globe! Elaine's style and interpretation of Cole Porter is beautiful. Her ease with which she transitions from one song and artist to the next (with a myriad of equally talented muscians!) is a welcome treat in a genre sometimes filled with mediocre talent. Elaine is engaging with her audience, taking requests easily without missing a beat. Her professionalism is tempered with a warm smile and flawless dress. Elaine is a talented vocalist and flautist who's brilliantly clear notes sometimes linger in your ear like the whisper of an old friend. I am proud to endorse and support Elaine and thank her whole-heartily for sharing her gift with us! Bryan O.
I used to work regularly with Elaine on Rush Street in Chicago. I was the music director at a nightclub now closed called Lucianos and would book Elaine for a few nights every month. I booked her in rotation because not only was Elaine very professional & friendly & funny, but she sang with great emotion & energy. We worked together for a couple of years in 2004-2006 and all during this time Elaine was a joy to work with. There's some songs in her book that she sings better than anyone I know.
We found it so difficult to search and select the perfect jazz vocalist/band for our dinner/dance event in downtown Chicago - until we found Elaine Dame and her quartet. Elaine not only guided through the process and helped define the "playlist", but we even had the chance to experience one of her live performance at the Drake before we booked with her. This really painted a perfect picture of the vibe/atmosphere that Elaine would bring to our event.
The night was a great success and a lot of our guests asked about Elaine's CDs/recordings. We were a bit worried about whether or not our guests (who were a very mixed crowd) would actually get up and dance as the evening progressed, but the dance floor filled up as soon as dinner was finished, and remained busy for the rest of the night.
A good time was had by all :-)
Price Range: $300 and up
Gig Length: 30 - 360 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Liability Insurance
Since 1997, Elaine and her team of professional musicians have provided entertainment for hundreds of events in Chicago, the Midwest, and the nation. Whether she is subtly entertaining as background music or creating a more present and festive ambiance, Elaine and her team have your goals and needs in mind when providing entertainment for you and your guests.
Hiring Chicago Jazz Singer Elaine Dame and/or her band will be "Simply amazing! Excellent performance and highly professional from introduction to execution!"
With over twenty years of experience in the event industry, you can expect Elaine to maintain a high degree of professionalism in everything she does. She provides music that is of the highest caliber, with the most sought-after jazz musicians in the field.
Elaine will:
-Make it her business to make sure you look good at your business. Subtly entertain your guests, allowing for conversation and networking for your corporate event.
-Be set up and ready to go a minimum of one hour prior to your event.
-Use a state-of-the-art sound system that is available for your use at no extra fee.
-Act as an emcee for your wedding, gala, or corporate event at no extra fee.
-Employ a professional, qualified, on-site sound technician, on-site at all times.
-Provide superior musicianship with the most sought-after industry professionals.
-Meet with you for unlimited complimentary consultations to discuss your needs and concerns.
-Provide you with an event-organizer document to assist you every step of the way.
-Be helpful, easy to work with, and flexible at all times.
-Behave in an ethical, amiable, and professional way.
-Be available to you at any time for any reason, as many times as needed.
-Accept all major credit cards via Pay Pal
-Provide contracts, forms, and documents in a timely and efficient manner.
-Provide a list of her repertoire of over 400 jazz, pop, blues, and Latin standards, so you can select your favorites.
-Handle all the details at the venue with regards to parking, load-in, and set-up.
-Wear Gatsby-themed attire for your event.
-Provide proof of liability insurance – a must at many venues! Obtain additional insurance if needed.
-Offer video for viewing – examples of a duo, trio, quartet, and quintet ensembles.
I invite you to peruse my testimonials to find out what my patrons say about my work:
Anthony Penrose – Private Party
“Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Elaine. She’s a wonderful vocalist. Elaine was an absolute favorite with my guests and was completely professional throughout the event. She’s a must booking!” September 2018
Max and Brittanie Jakubowich – Wedding
“Elaine and her trio provided the music for our wedding ceremony and cocktail hour. She was a pleasure to work with in the months leading up to the event and was a great help in determining what kind of music we wanted for the ceremony. Further, our guests loved the atmosphere Elaine created and the professionalism of the group! From the beginning, we knew that they would be the icing on the (wedding) cake and put our wedding over the top!” June 2018
Jonathan Brighton – Engagement Party
“If you are trying to find someone with an angelic voice and superior professionalism, Please hire Elaine. I was searching for someone to sing my girlfriend’s favorite song, as part of my proposal to her. Not only was Elaine the only artist to respond immediately to my request, but she was delightful to speak with and took all my anxiety away from my big day. She was very professional, yet felt like a part of my family during the proposal process. Her voice is so soothing and rich and smart and sweet and lovely. Hire Elaine today and enjoy her voice and charming personality.” April 2018
Devric Hitchcock, Event Director, BLVD Restaurant – Corporate Event
“Elaine is a gem! We love working with her and I am always happy to refer her to our clients. She is always on time and puts on a great show. Most recently Elaine wowed a large group of our high profile clients and we received nothing but rave reviews!” May 2019
Brian Kahle, Marketing Director, The Harbour – Fundraiser
“On Saturday, September 29, 2018, The Elaine Dame Trio performed for our 2018 Speakeasy fundraiser. The Elaine Dame Trio had come highly recommended to me after having performed at a friend's wedding. Elaine did not disappoint. Her talent, style, and selection of music greatly added to our evening and made for a wonderful, successful event. If you are looking for a great talent that will enhance your event I would highly recommend Elaine Dame… She’s FANTASTIC!” September 2018
Steve Pride, Event Director, Fluence Bioengineering – Corporate Event
“Elaine and her band were simply amazing! Excellent performance and highly professional from introduction to execution. Elaine and her band come highly recommended for Corporate events. She was exceptionally accommodating as we requested her performance match our Speakeasy event performing Gatsby-era music which the band delivered beyond expectation. Our thanks to Elaine and her talented band for making our hospitality event highly memorable!” October 2018
"We are honored to have had you perform at our event for the last two years! Your support and extra effort made the event so special. You and your band were fantastic! Our guests and attendees have greatly enjoyed your performances, especially the "sponsor song" you so effortlessly composed. Your talent and style are unmatched and your presence has helped us produce a beautiful and special evening!" Jeff Souva and Jim Bennett - Midwest Organizers, Lambda Legal Fundraising Event, September 2012
"One word. Fabulous. Elaine performed at the concluding banquet for a sustainability and energy summer program that UIC threw at the Crystal Gardens at Navy Pier. Elaine sounded as wonderful by the end of the three-hour gig as she did at the beginning. Her style, intonation, choice of music (I gave her complete reign to pick whatever she wanted), and stage presence were simply wonderful. The members of her band were also phenomenal musicians, and she could not have put together a better team. Elaine is not only EXTREMELY talented but wonderful to work with. She was flexible in all things business and music-related, and her sparkling personality made her a memorable addition to the banquet. She was consistently doted over by attendees as one of the top reasons the evening was so successful. TRULY A TREAT." Thomas Lipsmeyer, Program Coordinator, August 2012
I’m Elaine Dame, a Chicago-based jazz singer, classical flutist, bandleader, and contractor. With over twenty years of experience in the event industry, I will assist you every step of the way and create a personalized package and ensemble for your Chicago wedding, Chicago corporate event, fundraiser, gala, wedding, or private party.
Elaine and her team have provided music for hundreds of corporate clients, including Philips Healthcare, Bensinger-Dupont, and BMO Financial Group, to name but a few. And Elaine's musicians rank among Chicago's finest: a saxophonist who toured with Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Count Basie whom the New York Times describes as "in the virtuoso range," a guitar player who has worked with Barbara Streisand, and a pianist who has worked with Aretha Franklin, Joni Mitchell, Dizzy Gilespie and Chet Baker.
I MAKE IT EASY FOR YOU TO BOOK LIVE JAZZ FOR ANY EVENT BY PROVIDING:
• my press kit and a song list of over 400 standards
• flexible pricing packets, including the pricing for all-sized ensembles
• a helpful list of FAQs
• an event organizer document
• a state-of-the-art sound system, with a professionally qualified sound technician on site
• a complimentary consultation to discuss the details of your event, as many times as needed
• my client testimonials and press
• highly skilled, professional musicians
• video of recent live performances
• proof of liability insurance - a must at many venues!
I will do whatever I can to make sure you are thrilled with my services! I invite you to peruse my testimonials below to find out what my patrons say about my work:
Devric Hitchcock, Event Director, BLVD Restaurant – Corporate Event
“Elaine is a gem! We love working with her and I am always happy to refer her to our clients. She is always on time and puts on a great show. Most recently Elaine wowed a large group of our high-profile clients and we received nothing but rave reviews!” May 2019
Annie Rzepecki, Director of Marketing, Gettys Group – Corporate Event
“If you’re in the market to curate a truly elegant and alluring environment for your event, hiring Elaine Dame and her team is the way to go. Elaine and her quintet played at our company’s 30th-anniversary party. In addition to being incredibly self-sufficient as far as set up and break down, their performance elevates your guests’ experience at your event. Their set list is dynamic and multi-dimensional, really delivering a “something-for-everyone” atmosphere. Such a phenomenal performance and incredible customer service. Would/will hire again in a heartbeat!” September 2018
Anna Piotrowski, Event Director, The Harbour – Fundraiser
“Elaine and her Trio performed beautifully for our Speakeasy Casino Night fundraiser. Elaine was awesome! Everything from being dressed in her beautiful roaring 20s dress to her song selections was done to perfection. Elaine also helped us by announcing different contests and raffles throughout the night. She was very professional, very easy to work with, and just an amazing artist. Can’t wait to work with Elaine again” October 2018
Steve Pride, Event Director, Fluence Bioengineering – Corporate Event
“Elaine and her band were simply amazing! Excellent performance and highly professional from introduction to execution. Elaine and her band come highly recommended for Corporate events. She was exceptionally accommodating as we requested her performance match our Speakeasy event performing Gatsby-era music which the band delivered beyond expectation. Our thanks to Elaine and her talented band for making our hospitality event highly memorable!” October 2018
"The Elaine Dame Trio were fabulous - they were EXACTLY what we were looking for. I had (and continue to have) many comments from guests about how spectacular they were. One guest said that she was eating her dinner and heard Norah Jones singing and wondered where Norah was (I had chosen "Come Away with Me"). We had a few musician friends in attendance, and they were VERY complimentary." October 2011 - Lisa and Paddy - Wedding Clients, Chicago, The Drake Hotel
"Elaine has the aura of a celebrity entertainer. We were delighted when Elaine was available to perform during the cocktail hour at our wedding. She performed each song with her own personal style; drawing you into a familiar tune while experiencing it in a new and stimulating way." September 2011 - Niti and John Conway - Wedding Clients
"Perfect group for any occasion! Very professional and a pleasure to work with. The quality of the show was absolutely top-notch. Superb vocals, superb musicians, great audience rapport. Would highly recommend them." Lori Grinell, August 2011, Monroe Arts Center, Monroe, WI
"Elaine is the best and always wows the crowd! After a long love affair with Elaine as a singer, we decided to hire her to sing at our civil union celebration. It was a wonderful event, and hiring Elaine was probably the single best decision we made. She is an elegant, joyful singer whose singing is only outdone by her glorious personality. By the end of the evening, everyone was in love with her!" Wedding Client, July 2011, Oak Park, IL
"Thank you for making our wedding reception spectacular. Our guests were very complimentary about your performance - they loved it! I made for an incredible ambiance and we couldn't have selected a better quartet! We also appreciate how professional and organized you have been since the day we first met you." Carina Sokalski and Patrick Kassen - Wedding Clients, June 2011, The Elmhurst Art Museum
"Elaine Dame was the perfect fit for our luxury bridal event. In a room full of elegant and upscale decor, Elaine's music sets the perfect mood for an evening of bridal inspiration. Elaine and her musicians are as professional as they are talented. I look forward to booking them for future events, and listening to their CD often!" Beth Bernstein - Owner, SQN Events February 2011
"Elaine Dame performed a holiday program at the Glenview Public Library-Jazz It Up-A Holiday Cabaret. We always look for a unique twist to our holiday musical performance and Elaine certainly provided that special touch. Easy to work with and willing to put together a rich jazz repertoire within our budget, Glenview Library patrons were treated to a sophisticated performance in the spirit of the holiday season. When Elaine is in the house, you can count on an intimate, dynamic performance sure to please your guests." Jennifer Black - Communications Director, Glenview Public Library, December 2010
"Blessed with such purity of sound that clarions could take lessons, Dame expresses wide open honesty and her clarity is matched note for note by her imagination"-JAZZ TIMES
"Her joy in the act of singing is obvious throughout the entirety of "Comes Love," with an unaffected fondness for the music she sings. The result is a clear-eyed approach to her material that remains accessible to a broad cross-section of listeners, potentially enlarging the audience for jazz"-JAZZ IMPROV MAGAZINE
"Elaine simply radiates from the stage, with an obvious passion for what she does and, more importantly, an openly expressed enjoyment of the very nature of the process. She is one of a rare group of singers who treats her instrument as just that, and so can perform with her band instead of just in front of them. Plus, there really may not be a nicer person on any stage in Chicago."-W. CRAIG COOPER, POPS FOR CHAMPAGNE TALENT BUYER
"An artist who truly wants to sing and has dug deep down to do it. Dame's CD is very smooth and stylish. Every track is note-perfect and she has an intimate, personal style. Interpretation is clearly her forte, and she delivers the perfect twists and turns on every phrase, swinging from a whisper to a husky wail with confidence and panache"-JAZZ REVIEW
"A clear and powerful voice along with the ability to improvise with subtlety, an excellent scat singer!"-ALL MUSIC GUIDE
Chicago jazz singer and bandleader, Elaine Dame, will provide a qualified, professional sound engineer as well as state-of-the-art sound equipment and design. All we need is a grounded power source and you can leave the rest up to us! The sound system will be available for your use at any time for toasts, announcements, and presentations (gratis, of course) with our sound engineer on site at all times to assist you. We can also provide a wireless microphone for silent auctions at fundraising events, for toasts at weddings and for presentations at corporate events.
In addition, many of the downtown Chicago venues and hotels require liability insurance. Elaine Dame is fully insured and will provide you with proof of liability insurance at your request and obtain special insurance if needed.
| December 16, 2023 • 8:00pm - 9:00pm | Dinner Party |
| March 11, 2023 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Corporate Event |
| January 14, 2023 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
| October 08, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Wedding, Cocktail and Dinner Hour |
| September 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | The Glessner House Courtyard Concert |
| September 18, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | 50th Birthday Party |
| September 02, 2021 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club, Chicago |
| August 24, 2021 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Twilight Jazz on the Lake |
| August 21, 2021 • 5:30pm - 7:30pm | Wedding Dinner Hour |
| August 20, 2021 • 12:00pm - 1:00pm | Music by the Fountain |
| August 14, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Medici Jazz and Craft Beer Festival |
| July 31, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Private 50th Birthday Party |
| July 22, 2021 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Private Party |
| July 03, 2021 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | The Clare, Chicago, IL |
| July 01, 2021 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club, Chicago |
| June 25, 2021 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Emerson and Oliver Speakeasy, Woodstock, IL |
| June 18, 2021 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Engagement Party at RPM Seafood, Chicago |
| March 07, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Winter's Jazz Club Revival and Fundraiser |
| March 06, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Winter's Jazz Club Revival and Fundraiser |
| March 05, 2021 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | Winter's Jazz Revival and Fundrasier |
| March 28, 2020 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | O'Henry Hotel Saturday Night Jazz Series |
| March 27, 2020 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Sharp 9 Gallery |
| March 25, 2020–March 26, 2020 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | C Grace Speakeasy Bar |
| March 24, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | The Tuscany Club |
| March 14, 2020–March 15, 2020 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | Holloway's |
| March 13, 2020 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Emerson and Oliver, Woodstock, IL |
| March 08, 2020 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| March 01, 2020 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm | The Arts Garage |
| February 25, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event in Chicago |
| February 21, 2020 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Noce Jazz Club |
| February 14, 2020 • 6:30pm - 10:30pm | Valentine's Day at Dazzle Jazz Club |
| February 11, 2020 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Library Concert |
| February 10, 2020 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Easy to Love - a Cole Porter Valentine |
| February 09, 2020 • 10:30am - 1:00pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| February 08, 2020 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| February 07, 2020 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| February 03, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| January 31, 2020 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | The Mabel Tainter Center for the Performing Arts |
| January 26, 2020 • 3:00pm - 6:00pm | Vocal Jazz Clinic at Andy's Jazz Club, Chicago |
| January 24, 2020 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Puffers of Pismo, Pismo Beach, CA |
| January 23, 2020 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | The Winery Ventura, Ventura, CA |
| January 22, 2020 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Vibrato Jazz Grill, Los Angeles, CA |
| January 19, 2020 • 10:30am - 1:00pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| January 18, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Brookdale Senior Living Concert, Chicago, IL |
| January 17, 2020 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Emerson and Oliver, Woodstock, IL |
| January 11, 2020 • 8:00pm - 9:30pm | The Kerrytown Concert House - Ann Arbor, MI |
| January 09, 2020 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Highland Park Senior Center Concert |
| January 08, 2020 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | Concert at The Clare |
| January 07, 2020 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Vocal Jazz Jam at Cafe Ciao, Chicago |
| January 04, 2020 • 6:00pm - 7:30pm | The Dunsmore Jazz Room - Minneapolis, MN |
| December 30, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 25, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Concert at the Commons |
| December 21, 2019–December 22, 2019 • 7:00pm - 12:00am | Holiday Corporate Event |
| December 17, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 14, 2019 • 6:30pm - 9:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 14, 2019 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral |
| December 13, 2019 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Concert at the Cordia |
| December 12, 2019 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Holiday Concert at Mercy Circle |
| December 10, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | 92nd Birthday Party Celebration |
| December 08, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| December 05, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| December 03, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| December 01, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 01, 2019 • 12:00pm - 1:30pm | Funeral |
| November 24, 2019 • 7:30pm - 9:30pm | Good Men Jazz Club |
| November 19, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | The Mather Concert with the Elaine Dame Duo |
| November 14, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event for Onni Properties |
| November 12, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Chestnut Square at the Glen Concert |
| November 10, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| November 09, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | Ditka's Restaurant |
| November 05, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| November 02, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Wedding |
| October 29, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| October 28, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:30pm | Corporate Event |
| October 25, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | The North Shore Senior Center |
| October 20, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Good Men Club |
| October 18, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| October 17, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| October 12, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Wedding Reception |
| October 06, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| October 04, 2019 • 9:30pm - 11:55pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| October 02, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Anniversary Concert at the Mather |
| October 01, 2019 • 6:30pm - 9:30pm | Corporate Event with APrior on the Odyssey |
| September 19, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| September 17, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | The Mather Concert with the Elaine Dame Duo |
| September 12, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Jazz, Jackets and Jets |
| September 11, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | The Clare Concert with the Elaine Dame Duo |
| September 08, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| September 03, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| August 25, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | The Elaine Dame Quartet |
| August 25, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | The Elaine Dame Duo |
| August 23, 2019 • 8:00pm - 11:00pm | The Elaine Dame Quartet |
| August 22, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | The Elaine Dame Duo |
| August 21, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | The Elaine Dame Trio |
| August 16, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | The Elaine Dame Quintet |
| August 13, 2019 • 7:30pm - 10:45pm | The Elaine Dame Quartet |
| August 11, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | The Elaine Dame Quartet |
| August 09, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | On the River Tavern |
| August 07, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | The Elaine Dame Duo at Parker's American |
| August 06, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| July 25, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | Concert at the Mather, Evanston |
| July 21, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| July 19, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Morton Grove Library Concert |
| July 18, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| July 14, 2019 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Feinstein's at Vitello's in Los Angeles |
| July 11, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:15pm | Corporate Event at the Art Institute |
| July 09, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Twilight Jazz in Kenosha, WI |
| July 06, 2019 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Brookdale Senior Living Concert |
| July 02, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| June 28, 2019 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Studio , Evanston, IL |
| June 25, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Julius Meinl on Southport, Chicago |
| June 23, 2019 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Good Men Club |
| June 20, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| June 11, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| June 09, 2019–June 10, 2019 • 9:00pm - 12:00am | Corporate Event |
| June 09, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Jazz Brunch at Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights, IL |
| June 08, 2019 • 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Corporate Event at BLVD, Chicago |
| June 01, 2019 • 5:00pm - 9:00pm | Wedding at the Oak Park Country Club, IL |
| May 26, 2019 • 7:30pm - 8:30pm | Art Intallation, Danny's Bar |
| May 23, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:45pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| May 22, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Parker's American Restaurant |
| May 17, 2019 • 9:30pm - 11:30pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| May 16, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| May 12, 2019 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Hey Nonny, Arlington Heights |
| May 11, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Pete Miller's, Evanston |
| May 10, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Pete Miller's, Evanston |
| May 09, 2019 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Mother's Day Concert at Victory Centre |
| May 07, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:30pm | Cafe Ciao Wine Bar and Lounge |
| May 04, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Brookdale Senior Living Concert |
| April 25, 2019 • 6:30pm - 7:30pm | The Mather, Chicago |
| April 18, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| April 07, 2019 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Upstairs at Vitello's, LA |
| March 29, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| March 24, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | St. Charles Library Concert |
| March 22, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| March 21, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant |
| March 15, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| March 14, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Catch 35 with The Eric Hochberg Trio |
| March 13, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | The Clare Concert |
| March 12, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Chestnut Square at the Glen |
| March 11, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Schaumberg Library Concert |
| March 07, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| March 02, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Brookdale Senior Living Concert |
| March 01, 2019 • 5:00pm - 8:30pm | Andy's Jazz Club |
| February 27, 2019 • 9:00pm - 11:55pm | C Grace - Raleigh, NC |
| February 26, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | The Tuscany Club - Raleigh, NC |
| February 22, 2019 • 3:30pm - 4:30pm | The Mather |
| February 21, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant |
| February 20, 2019 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Zeglio Concert Chicago, IL |
| February 14, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Turner Center Jazz Orchestra - Des Moines, IA |
| February 08, 2019 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | The Mendel Center - Benton Harbor, MI |
| February 07, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club Chicago, IL |
| February 02, 2019 • 9:00pm - 11:55pm | Cliff Bells Jazz Club, Detroit, MI |
| January 31, 2019 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Catch 35 with The Eric Hochberg Trio |
| January 29, 2019 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Chestnut Square at the Glen |
| January 26, 2019 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | The Mather |
| January 17, 2019 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant |
| January 17, 2019 • 1:30pm - 2:30pm | Highland Park Senior Center |
| January 09, 2019 • 5:00pm - 6:00pm | The Clare Concert |
| January 03, 2019 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| December 26, 2018 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm | Holiday Concert at The Commons |
| December 19, 2018 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| December 18, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 17, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 16, 2018 • 5:30pm - 9:00pm | Private Holiday Party |
| December 15, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Grad Dinners for UIC Booth School |
| December 14, 2018 • 7:15pm - 8:45pm | Caroling at the Union League Club |
| December 13, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | Caroling at The Museum of Science and Industry |
| December 13, 2018 • 2:00pm - 3:00pm | Holiday Concert at the Admiral |
| December 12, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Holiday Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 11, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:00pm | Private Holiday Party |
| December 10, 2018 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Holiday Caroling at the Lincoln Park Zoo |
| December 08, 2018 • 6:30pm - 11:00pm | Holiday Corporate Event in Glenview |
| December 07, 2018 • 1:00pm - 2:00pm | Chicago Lighthouse Concert |
| December 06, 2018 • 7:30pm - 11:00pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| December 04, 2018 • 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Holiday Concert Chestnut Square at the Glen |
| December 02, 2018 • 12:00pm - 2:00pm | Holiday Concert at The Moorings |
| November 29, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| November 25, 2018 • 10:30am - 1:30pm | Brunch at Hey Nonny - Arlington Heights, IL |
| November 17, 2018 • 7:00pm - 11:00pm | Tula's Jazz Club - Seattle, WA |
| November 17, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Birthday Party |
| November 16, 2018 • 9:00pm - 11:55pm | The Pink Door - Seattle, WA |
| November 15, 2018 • 7:00pm - 9:30pm | North City Bistro - Seattle, WA |
| November 13, 2018 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Shaw's Crabhouse |
| November 10, 2018 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Women's Only Weekend in South Haven, MI |
| November 09, 2018 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Women's Only Weekend in South Haven, MI |
| November 08, 2018 • 6:00pm - 8:00pm | BLVD Restaurant, Chicago |
| November 03, 2018 • 8:00pm - 11:55pm | Pete Miller's, Evanston |
| November 02, 2018 • 8:00pm - 11:55pm | Pete Miller's, Evanston |
| November 01, 2018 • 7:30pm - 11:30pm | Winter's Jazz Club |
| October 31, 2018 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Jazz Clinic at Chicago Academy for the Arts |
| October 27, 2018 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Dunsmore Room, MN - Elaine Dame Trio |
| October 26, 2018 • 2:30pm - 2:45pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| October 19, 2018 • 8:00pm - 9:15pm | The Triad Theater - NY, NY Elaine Dame Trio |
| October 12, 2018 • 7:00pm - 8:15pm | Elaine Dame Duo Barrington Library Concert |
| October 09, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Corporate Event, Palmer House Hilton |
| October 08, 2018 • 7:00pm - 10:00pm | Shaw's Crabhouse - Elaine Dame Trio |
| October 07, 2018 • 11:30am - 2:30pm | First Sundays Jazz Brunch at Appellation Vocal Duo |
| October 04, 2018 • 7:30pm - 10:45pm | First Thursdays at Winter's Jazz Club |
| October 03, 2018 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm | Parker's Restaurant - Duo with piano |
Chicago jazz singer and bandleader, Elaine Dame, has a song list/ repertoire of over 400 jazz standards, from the classic, "At Last" to the Cole Porter standard "You'd Be So Nice to Come Home To." She also has blues, pop and Latin standards in her repertoire.
Elaine will take any request at any time! In addition, she will happily learn a special tune or create a special performance, such as highlighting the work of a specific composer. Elaine has hundreds of delighted clients and takes pride in providing superior musicianship and exceptional client service. Please visit her website for additional client testimonials, video, audio, and complete song list.
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| Jazz Combos Tailored Specifically to Your Event | Duo, Trio, Quartet, Quintet, Septet |
All the great jazz vocalists of our time: Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Billy Holiday, Carmen McRae, Peggy Lee, June Christy, Anita O'Day, Mel Torme, Johnny Hartman, Nancy Wilson, Dinah Washington, Betty Carter, Blossom Dearie, Diana Krall, Diane Reeves, Astrud Gilberto, Karrin Alyson, Stacy Kent, Shirly Horn, Etta James, Etta Jones...
All we need is a regular, grounded, 20-amp power source. Leave the rest up to us!
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