34 | SMOOTH JAZZ NEWS “For most people, it seems that the holidays o en are a festive mix of the old and the new … traditions you bring back year a er year, as well as beginning some new ones as well. And this is exactly the concept for our 28th year of this tour … bringing back our dear friend Jonathan Butler, as well as turning our audiences on to some talented new folks who we hope will become mainstays—the incredible vocalist Haley Reinhart, super creative bassist-vocalist Casey Abrams and the amazing pianist Kayla Waters. In addition to our killer band, the ve of us plan to curate a show that has a really nice balance of nostalgia and new. And as always for me, there’s simply no better time to be on the road celebrating with our audiences than during the holiday season.We can’t wait!” —Dave Koz is celebrated annual event has become a cherished holiday tradition for music lovers across the U.S. Koz brings together an exceptional lineup of talented artists to create a magical evening lled with festive music, heartwarming stories and the spirit of the holiday season. is year’s ensemble features Jonathan Butler, with special guests Haley Reinhart, Casey Abrams and Kayla Waters. Guitarist Randy Jacobs returns as music director, along with the same dynamic band comprising Nathaniel Kearney Jr. on bass, Carnell Harrell on keyboards, and Jay Williams on drums. Haley Jacobs band comprising | e 20-date, nationwide tour starts Nov. 28 in Atlanta and concludes Dec. 23 in Santa Rosa, California. Unfortunately, it won’t be making a stop in San Diego this season. For tickets and the complete tour schedule, visit www.davekoz.com. “I’m so thrilled to embark on another Peter White Christmas tour this year. It’s always a joyous experience for me, Mindi and Vincent to play the traditional music we know and love, along with some of our own songs. ere will be a lot of vocals in this show— all of us sing, and we invite you, the audience, to sing along with us! Ho ho ho—see you out there!” —Peter White Saxophonists Mindi Abair and Vincent Ingala are joining guitarist Peter White for his 21st A Peter White Christmas tour. is ensemble, which also includes Stevo eard on drums, Nathan Phillips on bass and Collin Clauson on keyboards, is scheduled to perform 35 shows throughout its 19-city run. e tour kicks o Nov. 29 in Atlanta and concludes Dec. 23 in Phoenix. Unfortunately, it doesn’t include a date in San Diego this year. For tickets and the complete tour schedule, visit www.peterwhite.com. 28th Annual Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2025 A Peter White Christmas Tour on keyboards, ere will be will be this show— we invite to sing ho there!” By Melanie Maxwell Jazz Buzz A smooth jazz guide for holiday cheer and a happy new year Dave Koz Jonathan Butler Vincent Ingala, Peter White and Mindi Abair Photo: Suzanne England Photo: Colin Peck Photo: Raj Naik
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