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DAVE KOZ IN CONCERT:

When Dave Koz takes the stage, all is quiet as the audience intently listens to every pure note from the seasoned saxophonist. Playing both tenor and alto sax, his fingers glide across the instrument with an ease that can't be matched. Whether he's performing chart-topping hits like "Life In the Fast Lane" and "Put the Top Down" or launching into an epic solo, Koz's grace on the woodwind instrument is exceptional, full of trills, thrills, and spontaneity during his hit-filled set lists. Dave Koz returns to the stage in 2014 for his upcoming Summer Horns tour as well as a string of highly anticipated shows with Barry Manilow.

BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Starting out in his high school's jazz band, Dave Koz fell in love with the saxophone early on, deciding to pursue music full time after graduating from college. He landed on tour with Bobby Caldwell not long after and served as a studio musician in the '80s before launching his breakout solo career. Since then, Koz has released 15 studio albums — eight of which have reached the Top 10 of the Billboard Jazz chart — and four No. 1 jazz singles. Not only is the nine-time Grammy nominee a sensational saxophonist, but he's also a radio personality, television host, and philanthropist, serving as a Global Ambassador for the Starlight Children's Foundation. Koz will delight fans with his smooth jazz sounds on his upcoming tour dates.

FANS WHO BOUGHT TICKETS SAY:

"Dave Koz is such a talented musician! We watch him every year! He gets involved with the crowd and gives a spectacular concert! An unforgettable experience!!"

"Dave & company always puts on a great show. Dave's performances always leaves a smile on my face."

"The whole show was excellent. Each performer was marvelous. We've always loved Dave's music, but it is far better in person!"

Setlists

    1. 1.Castle of Dreams
    2. 2.Faces of the Heart
    3. 3.Highwire
    4. 4.Together Again
    5. 5.When You Wish Upon a Star
    6. 6.Got to Get You Into My Life (The Beatles cover)
    7. 7.Definition of Beautiful
    8. 8.The Dance (Tony Arata cover)
    9. 9.Time After Time (Cyndi Lauper cover) (No Band)
    10. 10.Barcelona
    11. 11.Anything's Possible
    12. 12.Hallelujah (Leonard Cohen cover)
    13. 13.You Make Me Smile
    14. 14.I'll Be There (The Jackson 5 cover)
    1. 1.Together Again
    2. 2.Got to Get You Into My Life (The Beatles cover)
    3. 3.That's the Way (I Like It) (KC and the Sunshine Band cover)
    4. 4.Sir Duke (Stevie Wonder cover)
    5. 5.Give It to Me Baby (Rick James cover)
    1. 1.Always There (Ronnie Laws & Pressure cover)
    2. 2.Dance to the Music / Celebration / Good Times / Love Train
    3. 3.Got to Get You Into My Life (The Beatles cover)
    4. 4.Family Reunion
    5. 5.Side by Side
    6. 6.Don't Get Me Wrong (I'm Grateful) (Kirk Whalum cover)
    7. 7.The Dance (Tony Arata cover)
    8. 8.Hot Fun in the Summertime (Sly & the Family Stone cover)
    9. 9.It Is What It Is (Vincent Ingala cover)
    10. 10.Coast to Coast (Vincent Ingala cover)
    11. 11.Blow 4U (Kirk Whalum cover)
    12. 12.Save the Last Dance (Mindi Abair cover)
    13. 13.Lucy’s (Mindi Abair cover)
    14. 14.You Make Me Smile
    15. 15.Together Again
    16. 16.You Haven't Done Nothin' (Stevie Wonder cover)
  1. Encore

    1. 17.Cover Medley
  1. Set 1:

    1. 1.Carol of the Bells (Mykola Leontovych cover)
    2. 2.Winter Wonderland (Richard Himber and His Orchestra cover)
    3. 3.It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year (Andy Williams cover)
    4. 4.Angels We Have Heard on High ([traditional] cover) (Jonathan Butler)
    5. 5.Joy to the World (Isaac Watts cover)
    6. 6.It's Beginning to Look Like Christmas (Perry Como cover)
    7. 7.Silver Bells (Bing Crosby cover) (Michael Lington)
    8. 8.This Christmas (Donny Hathaway cover) (also with Jonathan Butler)
    9. 9.All I Want for Christmas Is You (Mariah Carey cover) (Melissa Manchester)
    10. 10.Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town (Harry Reser and His Orchestra cover) (also with Jonathan Butler & Michael Lington)
    11. 11.A Prayer for Peace
    12. 12.Mary Did You Know
    13. 13.Mornin' (Al Jarreau cover)
    14. 14.The Little Drummer Boy (The Trapp Family Singers cover) (Jonathan Butler)
    15. 15.Theme From Ice Castles (Through the Eyes of Love) / Midnight Blue / Don't Cry Out Loud
    16. 16.Silverlining
  2. Set 2:

    1. 17.Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (Gene Autry cover)
    2. 18.Jingle Bells (James Lord Pierpont cover) (Jonathan Butler & Chris Walker)
    3. 19.Smile (Charlie Chaplin cover) (Melissa Manchester)
    4. 20.O Come, O Come, Emmanuel ([traditional] cover) (Jonathan Butler & Chris Walker)
    5. 21.Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas (Hugh Martin cover) (with Cast)
    6. 22.O Holy Night (Adolphe Adam cover) (Jonathan Butler)
    7. 23.The Chanukah Song (Adam Sandler cover)
    8. 24.Let There Be More Light (Melissa Manchester)
    9. 25.Eight Candles (A Song for Hanukkah)
    10. 26.Whenever I Call You Friend (Melissa Manchester & Chris Walker)
    11. 27.Show Me (Michael Lington)
    12. 28.You Make Me Smile
    13. 29.Brand New Day (Jonathan Butler & Cast)
    14. 30.We're in This Love Together (Al Jarreau cover) (Chris Walker & Cast)
    15. 31.Love Train (The O’Jays cover) (Everyone)
    1. 1.Perfect Stranger
    2. 2.
    3. 3.Together Again (Drum / Sax duo)
    4. 4.All I see is you?
    5. 5.Stevie Wonder cover
    6. 6.I'm Waiting for You
    7. 7.Got to Get You Into My Life (The Beatles cover)
    8. 8.lyric Moments of history
    9. 9.Silver line?
  1. Interval:

    1. 10.Good Foot
    2. 11.from latest album
    3. 12.Take Five (The Dave Brubeck Quartet cover)
    4. 13.Mornin' (Al Jarreau cover)
    5. 14.The Dance (Tony Arata cover)
    6. 15.You Make Me Smile
    7. 16.Party Out.
  2. Encore

    1. 17.I'll Be There (The Jackson 5 cover)

Reviews

Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 3246 reviews
  • Awesome concert to say the least!

    by BridgetF77 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    We have seen Dave Koz numerous times over the years and we think he just gets better and better each time. What a concert! Brian was such a showman and so talented!! Unbelievable!

  • Dave Koz Concert at the Zoo

    by JanG on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz has never failed to surpass his previous concerts which are in themselves great but this time with Brian Culbertson, the energy level was amazing!! He puts so much thought into the entertainment factor and never disapoints, thanks, Dave. I would never consider missing one of his concerts cause I know it will be worth every penny. Even with the cool (preferable to some the heat we've had for previous concerts) weather, Dave and Brian heated up the audience with their participation. What a fun evening!! Hurry back, Dave!

  • Loved it!

    by jgtk on 7/19/09Fraze Pavilion - KetteringRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz/Brian Culbertson were wonderful! We loved it and we are going next year if they come back! It didn't last long enough!

  • Always fun!

    by Roe1 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz really exudes his joy for performing and his fans. Always gets the fans hopping.

  • Outstanding Show!

    by DMS1000 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz and Bryan Culbertson are great on their own but, together, it is a fantastic combination. This was one of the best performances of any music genre that I have seen. The entire family enjoyed the show. We hope they team up again next year.

  • Koz and Culby at the Zoo

    by ScottW on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    I've been a fan of both musicians for over 13 years and this is my 3rd year seeing Dave at the Zoo. Both are terrific talents and even better entertainers. The interplay was fun and the respect for each other was obvious. The blended back up band is phenomenal. Great music, lots of energy, and everyone had fun - the band, Brian and Dave and the fans.

  • Dave Koz was simply amazing

    by gatelime on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Not knowing Dave Koz that well and not seeing him before I was blown away... I bought the tickets for four of us and I turned out to be a hero among my friends for suggesting the concert...

  • AMAZING

    by MLO24 on 7/19/09The Venue - HammondRating: 5 out of 5

    What a great night of music. Dave & Brian clearly enjoyed the music as they were performing together and it showed. Their music blended well and was very enjoyable to listen and watch.

  • Dave Koz & Brian Culbertson was amazing!

    by Oneofakind on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    This was the best concert I have seen in a long long time. The energy of these two -- and the whole band -- was energizing. Great music, great venue and an absolutely wonderful way to spend an evening. Thanks!

  • Dave Koz and Brian Culbertson were amazing!

    by PattyZ on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was electrifying. The crowd was "jazzed".

  • Koz & Culbertson

    by LHMH on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    I've seen Dave Koz and Brian Culbertson 8 times now either together or by themselves and each has been outstanding. This venue however, the Minnesota Zoo Amphitheatre is my favorite outdoor spot. It was a perfect setting and a perfect show. Two thumbs way up!

  • Fantastic!!!

    by Shelby22 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    I have seen him every year that he has come to this series in the Zoo and every time, I come away thinking how much I enjoy his music. He is truly amazing!!!!! I love his band members and always love the performers (Brian) that he brings to his shows. Love the smaller venue too. I will keep coming as long as he comes to Minnesota. He is truly a great performer and so fun to groove with!!!

  • Dave Koz/Brian Culbertson

    by Becfore on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 2 out of 5

    excellent instrumentation & music; but much too loud for our ears.

  • Best Concert I've seen in a very long time.

    by grantacre on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz was his usual entertaining, talented self and Brian Culbertson was a joy to listen to as well.

  • Koz & Culbertson - "Electric Artistry!"

    by PianoMan1 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Last evening's 'Minnesota Zoo Cocnert Series' featured renowned artists, Dave Koz and Brian Culbertson. From the opening medley, the Koz-Culbertson duo weaved a Funk-R&B-Soul-Pop tapestry that delighted the clearly appreciative amphitheater crowd of 2500-plus fans! It's one thing to hear an artist bring refreshing twists to familiar hit songs; it's nothing short of spectacular to witness two multi-talented artist-collaborators bring an electric freshness to songs like "You Make Me Smile"; "Bada Bing"; and "You Were Always Right Here" (a new composition). Add to the mix a driving, tight band; playful choreography and stellar instrumental solos, and you have a truly memorable concert!

  • Dave Coz & Brian Culbertson...OUTSTANDING!!!!

    by Djacks on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Truly AWESOME! Exceeded my expectations!! Great!!!

  • dave koz

    by mymusic on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    i would tell all my friends to go see dave koz. i would go again.

  • Unbelieveable!

    by groovystella on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    This was quite simply the most awesome event I've ever attended! The intimate venue, Dave and Brian's energy... just awesome! What a beautiful setting!

  • The Koz and Culby were cookin'

    by IdeaGuy on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz put on another incredible show at the Minnesota Zoo. I had never seen Brian Culbertson in concert, but he rocked. The two of them really cooked! The energy was contagious. The venue was terrific (as always) and the night was magical! They were engaging and thoroughly enjoyed themselves and made the evening sp[ecial.

  • Dave and Culby were outstanding/amazing show.

    by autumn49 on 7/19/09Minnesota Zoo Amphitheater - Apple ValleyRating: 5 out of 5

    These are two of my favorite artists. The Minnesota Zoo was a great venue for them to do their thing. I love the audience interaction that they both displayed. I give them a five star rating. I will continue to see them when they visit Minnesota. The crowd was great!