When you have an event you want to organize for your selected few or many, the last thing you need to worry about is how to get the most grooving, swinging, smooth, and engaging jazz for your budget. You also need a reliable person to communicate with, who has the experience and the understanding of the logistics which are required to the success of your event. Our music is JUST RIGHT thanks to thirty years of experience, whether we play to compliment a good conversation or concert. For your peace of mind, All bands are insured!
The Soul jazz Chef employs top professional jazz artists from the NYC metropolitan area.
Choose a real jazz chef to cook the perfect musical event for you!
Avi did such a wonderful job playing our ceremony music and then switching to cocktail hour. It was exactly the feel I wanted for our day to set the tone for the rest of the wedding.. relaxed and super cool. Thank you for a memorable day Avi!!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Congratulations Nicole!
The pleasure was all mine:). Much appreciated!
We hired Avi for our corporate dinner and he was amazing. Flexible with timing, professional, and very talented.
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you so much!
The Soul Jazz Chef delivered for a last minute request. He tailored the selection as to what worked for me and I could not have been happier. An elevated experience for our clients which added such joy to our charitable shopping event at Ralph Lauren.
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you-My pleasure! Happy new year:).
Once I heard his album on Spotify, I knew Avi was who I wanted to provided music for our birthday evening. Our space was small so we went with a jazz duo that never felt like a duo; the guitar and sax were perfect! I couldn't recommend The Soul Jazz Chef more. Do yourself a favor and treat yourself to the gift of live music!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you for the awesome party and the hospitality! It was my pleasure!
Avi , smooth dreamy jazz !! We loved his music !!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you so much! My pleasure:)
Avi was incredibly accommodating and went above and beyond to make my engagement proposal the most special moment for my fiance and me. He was well-prepared and flexible given the evolving weather (the rain stopped at a perfect time). I would definitely work with Avi again and recommend him to anyone looking for live music for an event!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you so much:) So happy that everything worked out with the weather(are we lucky or what?) and the music. I felt very blessed to play during your engagement proposal.
Congratulations!
Avi was the beat choice for my mom’s memorial service. He played guitar with a small amp (as requested). He was extremely professional in his communication, came on time to set up, and stayed even longer than expected. His music was soothing and beautiful. Thank you for making my mom’s memorial that much more special. I would highly recommend him for any event!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
😊 thank you! The pleasure was all mine. Stay safe;)
He was a great musician. Everyone enjoyed music. Thank you!!!
Response from The Soul Jazz Chef:
Thank you, hope to see you again. I have had a blast playing solo jazz guitar for you all! :)
Band members were courteous, professional and sounded great. Would book again provided that the budget and circumstances are right. Highly recommend!
Price Range: $300-$2500
Gig Length: 30 - 500 minutes
Languages: English, Hebrew
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Property Damage
When you have an event you want to organize for your selected few or many, the last thing you need to worry about is how to get the most grooving, swinging, smooth, and engaging jazz for your budget. You also need a reliable person to communicate with, who has the experience and understanding of coordinating the logistics for the success of your event.
Our music is JUST RIGHT for your event thanks to years of experience, whether we play to compliment a good conversation, or a quiet dance during a cocktail hour.
Our repertoire covers music by artists such as Duke Ellington, Jazz Messengers, Charlie Parker, Coltrane, Dizzy, Gershwin, Brubeck, Sinatra, Billy Holiday Jobim, and many others. We also play covers by major pop composers while employing our unique jazzy flavor. You will have the pleasure hear our band grooving and swinging on pop classics by Billy Joel, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, and The Beatles. We also take requests.
The Soul jazz Chef employs top professional jazz artists from the NYC metropolitan area.
Choose a real jazz chef to cook a perfect musical event for you!
Guitarist and composer Avi Rothbard is one of New York’s prominent jazz guitarists and a jazz clinician.
Born and raised in Kibbutz Gan Shmuel, Israel, Avi Rothbard has moved to Boston Mass in the summer of 1995, after receiving a scholarship to attend Berklee College of Music. During his Berklee years, Mr. Rothbard has received The Jimmy Hendrix Award, Boston Jazz Society Award, Guitar Dpt. Achievement Award and The William Leavitt Award. Mr. Rothbard holds a Masters degree in jazz studies from the City College of New York and is also a 2013 recipient of the Bronx Council on The Arts award(BRIO) in the instrumental music category.
A prolific composer, Rothbard’s compositions are featured in several recordings of his peers. In 2014 , Avi Rothbard has won the John Lennon Award for the jazz category.
Since residing in New York City in 1999, Avi Rothbard has led and co-led ensembles in some of the major jazz venues around the world. Mr. Rothbard has worked with jazz veterans, as well as the new generation of jazz masters such as Ben Riley, Jeremy Pelt, Freddy Cole, Wayne Escoffery, Gregory Porter, Ray Drummond, Alex Blake, Mike Clark and Jay Leonhart, to name just a few.
Avi Rothbard’s name is included in Scott Yanow’s book: “The Great Jazz Guitarists: The Ultimate Guide”
I provide all equipment for my events. Bigger events with a stage should be addressed prior if there is a need for additional gear or a sound engenieer person.
| November 11, 2022 • 5:00pm - 7:00pm | Wedding Ceremony |
| October 04, 2022 • 6:00pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 16, 2021 • 5:00pm - 8:00pm | Corporate Event |
| December 15, 2021 • 4:30pm - 7:00pm | Corporate Event |
| November 20, 2021 • 8:00pm - 10:00pm | Birthday Party |
| October 16, 2021 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| June 22, 2021 • 6:30pm - 7:15pm | Surprise |
| September 27, 2020 • 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Funeral/Memorial Service |
| February 29, 2020 • 7:30pm - 8:15pm | Dinner Party |
| December 11, 2019 • 6:00pm - 10:00pm | Cocktail Party |
| July 20, 2019 • 7:30pm - 10:30pm | Cocktail Party |
The American Songbook..We take requests as well!
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