the All-Star Jazz Trio Featuring Mary Ellen Desmond at Chris' Jazz Cafe

The All-Star Jazz Trio has been entertaining audiences of all ages up and down the East Coast for more than 40 years via their eclectic repertoire of Great American Songbook standards and energetic showmanship. For more than a year, the Trio has been appearing in tandem with legendary songstress Peggy King to rave reviews and sold-out houses. “For those whose antennae quiver at the word jazz,” wrote Chuck Darrow of the Philadelphia Daily News, “The All-Star Jazz Trio's music is not meant to impress with the kind of dissonant, experimental sounds and supersonic-speed playing that appeals to snobs and purists. That's not to say these cats can't jam. They're seasoned musicians.”...

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The All-Star Jazz Trio has been entertaining audiences of all ages up and down the East Coast for more than 40 years via their eclectic repertoire of Great American Songbook standards and energetic showmanship. For more than a year, the Trio has been appearing in tandem with legendary songstress Peggy King to rave reviews and sold-out houses. “For those whose antennae quiver at the word jazz,” wrote Chuck Darrow of the Philadelphia Daily News, “The All-Star Jazz Trio's music is not meant to impress with the kind of dissonant, experimental sounds and supersonic-speed playing that appeals to snobs and purists. That's not to say these cats can't jam. They're seasoned musicians.”

Jazz vocalist Mary Ellen Desmond, making her second appearance with The All-Stars, is one of region’s treasures. “A swinging stylist who is a joy to hear,” said Jazz Times. And Metro, a publication rarely moved to write about jazz, said, “Ms. Desmond delivers jazz with stunning style.” Her annual “Comfort & Joy” benefit concert, now entering it 12th year, is one of highlights of the Philadelphia jazz season.

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