No more results on this page
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!"
This was my 3rd Christmas Show. Outstanding as always. I've seen Dave many times other than Christmas shows. Always appreciate Dave's talent but impressed with his Guest's as well. Dave never makes it about himself. You always have opportunity to appreciate his Guest's talent as well
Great show as always! After almost 2 years of Covid hell it was inspiring and festive to see Dave and friends ring in the New Year!
Great show, Dave was awesome and Jonathan Butler was so good! Had a great dinner right down the street at Mosaic, just a wonderful holiday date night!!
We love Dave Koz and his friends. It’s always a great time and this year I brought my mom who had a lovely time.
My husband and I were very glad that Dave Koz brought his Christmas show to San Jose which isn't far from where we live in the East Bay. His choice of other performers was spot on and they were killing it with the selection of music they played. The venue at the San Jose Civic communicated what was necessary to see the concert during the Covid-19 pandemic and the surge of variants. I felt safe and was able to thoroughly enjoy the show. We had good seats and we were able to exit once the concert was done in a timely manner. Thank you.
I have been attending this event with my wife, mother-in-law and aunt for the past 5 yrs and it never disappoints. This year was especially great with Jonathan Butler and Rebecca, who both blew us away with their powerful and heartfelt vocals. Dave and Rick also exceeded expectations with their mastery of their respective horns, song and Dance - what a blast! I hope this tradition continues for another decade at least. Thank you and Happy Holidays!
This was the second Dave Koz Christmas concert my husband and I have attended. We hope to make this a annual Christmas tradition for us because we love Dave's style of contemporary jazz and the fun energy he brings to this show along with his friends. It really puts us in the Christmas Spirit!
New singer was outstanding, JB was his usual brilliant self and I felt like I didn't need to go to church after his songs
It was an enjoyable and fantastic show. Can't wait for their next concert. We'll watch it again.
The performance was amazing. From the first song to the encore! Beautiful voices, song selections, and on-stage presence. Was a gift for my husband because he is a huge Dave Koz fan, however we equally enjoy the evening.
I really enjoyed the show. It was the first time I've seen Rebecca Jade and she was a great addition to the roster. I'm sure some set list and choreography were required because Richard Elliot was unable to be on stage that night, December 23, but the show appeared to go on seamlessly without him; a credit to the talent of the musicians, stage manager and crew. I was seated third row center and very much appreciated stage lighting that rarely directly high intensity LED light beams into my eyes (a painful experience during the 2017 show at the San Jose Civic). However, backlighting often overwhelmed general and spot lighting, leaving faces insufficiently illuminated, especially when performers were downstage. It seemed the electric batten in front of the proscenium arch lacked sufficient lumens to compete with powerful LED lighting on angled trusses directly above mid-stage. Hoping for a better balance next time.
We have been attending the Dave Koz Christmas Concert consecutively for about 10 years and this show was the best!
I think Dave Koz was very disappointed with the low turn-out for the show (as compared to their typical turnout when they traditionally booked at the Chicago theater) and as such they cut back on the stage decorations, costumes, no intermission etc. They also were only booked for one night when Chicago theater was usually for two nights. Having to walk thru the casino portion of Horseshoe to get to the show venue was disgusting with the stench of the cigarette smoke. However, as always, Dave put on a great show despite the short-comings.
Seats we’re too close, everyone was crunched together and there were plenty of seats in back and in the balcony. and because the seats were all level, if someone sitting in front of you was filming, you could not see. No usher ever stopped them. Although parking was free, I’d rather pay the extra money at the Chgo Theater and be more comfortable. But the show was excellent.
From beginning to end the whole concert was great. First time ever seeing Dave Koz, Richard Elliott and Rick Braun, Rebecca Jade. I truly enjoyed the night. If I could see the whole show again tomorrow, I would and bring someone with me.
My 10th show !!! Always outstanding and gets better every year!!!
Dave Koz and his friends never disappoint and Friday in Hammond was no different. I was a little skeptical about the venue, a casino theatre, but it was great, Nice, spacious, comfortable, well run. The show was awesome as per usual. We have had the pleasure of attending numerous Koz Christmas concerts and each of them was great as was this one!
I was looking forward to the show and all of the artists, but, it didn’t occur to me that they would primarily be performing Christmas songs, but, I was not disappointed… the show was awesome! I was accompanied by a friend of mine that does not like “jazz” period, but she had a great time and enjoyed it immensely!
It was a great and energetic show. All the musicians were fantastic and the singer was fabulous!
We were all excited and not disappointed by Dave Koz and friends Xmas show, very high energy great musicians and really good vocalist. Our big complaint was how cold the venue was. When I asked a worker why, was told behind stage was a door that led out to tour bus and alot of times it was left open. We had to wear coat whole show and our feet was frozen. Dave Koz on more than one occasion even commented how cold it was backstage. Very disappointed in this and we will not go back to another cold weather show there with the fear of being uncomfortable the whole show.
