Makeda Rose
"Oh my goodness, where do I even start? Makeda has an absolutely breathtaking voice that completely blew everyone away! We hired her for a private gathering, and she brought such beautiful, warm energy to the whole evening. She has this incredible, natural way of connecting with the crowd—she had all our guests smiling, engaged, and just having the absolute best time. Everyone kept coming up to me all night asking where I found such an amazing singer! Thank you so much, Makeda, for making our event truly unforgettable and so incredibly delightful. We could not have asked for a better performance, and we absolutely cannot wait to have you back again soon!"
21st April 2026
A Very Happy Client - Private Party
A Hue of Blue
"The Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art have used free outdoor jazz programs to draw the public to their facilities, but representatives of the museums say that this summer sparked a banner year in terms of attendance.
“It was incredible,” said Dorrance Stalvey, director of music programs at LACMA. “We had upward of 2,000 people at some shows.” The museum--in its fourth year of offering jazz on a weekly basis-presented such artists as Horace Tapscott, Dr. Art Davis and Cecilia Coleman at its Friday evening shows, and big bands led by Bill Berry, Gerald Wilson and Bill Holman on Sunday afternoon programs.
“This program was by far the most successful we’ve had,” said Dawn Setzer, spokesperson for MOCA. “We averaged about 1,500 people a show,” a figure up considerably from previous years’ events.
Setzer said the primary reason for the increased turnout was the high-profile strictly-jazz lineup, presented on 11 consecutive Thursdays, that included Charles McPherson, Billy Higgins and Teddy Edwards.
LACMA continues its Friday evening shows throughout the year, currently spotlighting a retrospective of bands that have played there, plus new acts.
‘Trane Time: The annual John Coltrane Festival takes place tonight at 8 at the World Stage, 4344 Degnan Blvd. in Leimert Park. On tap will be Ravi
Coltrane, Dr. Art Davis’ estimable quintet with Doug Webb and Phil Vieux, and others. Information: (213) 293-2451.
Davis will also appear at a benefit for Better Advantages for Students and Society (BASS), which awards a scholarship in his name. The event takes place on Sunday, 4 to 7 P.M., at Diva, 600 Anton Blvd., Costa Mesa."
17th June 2026
Zan Stewart - The Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Art
Jazz Bands Cologne —Jazz Central Agency
"At our wedding, we wanted to offer our guests a wonderful musical performance. De Jazz Centrale delivered on all its promises, especially musically. Our guests and we truly enjoyed it. A recommendation of the highest order!"
24th June 2026
Josephine - Birthday Party
Jazz Bands Frankfurt—Jazz Central Agency
"For our company anniversary, the music was absolutely spot on. Great balance between sophistication and energy, and everything was handled very professionally from start to finish."
24th June 2026
Thomas Verhoeven - Company Anniversary
The Easy Rollers
"Stellar musicianship, musicality and fun. A wonderful evening with such talented musicians. Thanks so much!"
30th June 2026
Carly - Private Event
Jazz Band Saint Tropez—Jazz Central Agency
"Jazz Centrale brought exactly the right balance of elegance and subtlety to our executive gathering. The music enhanced the atmosphere without ever overpowering conversations. A truly first-class experience."
3rd July 2026
Olivia Kensington - Executive Lunch