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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
  • Dave Koz was the best.

    by ck817 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave was joined by Rick Braun, David Benoit, Peter White & Selina Albright. What a show! The best ever & we have been seeing Dave Koz for years.

  • What a great show!

    by MrsHill08 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 4 out of 5

    This was my first time attending the Dave Koz Christmas Concert and it was wonderful!! The Christmas songs were performed beautifully...some traditionally played and some with a cute spin. Each artist (Dave Koz, David Benoit, Peter White, and Rick Braun) performed their own music with accompaniment from the others. Selina Albright was a great addition to the show as he has great vocals! Favorite part of the show was David Benoit performing songs from Charlie Brown. So cool! Its a must see concert! My only complaint was that it was very cold inside the venue.

  • Excellent Holiday Concert

    by mlhman on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz is a great entertainer and has great energy during the entire show. We have been to many of his Holiday Concerts at the Chicago Theatre and play on going in the future.

  • Dave Koz is the consummate entertainer!

    by GeneYuss1 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 4 out of 5

    I've seen many Christmas shows over the years, but the Dave Koz and Friends 20th Anniversary Christmas Show was a terrific way to kick off the holiday season. I would highly recommend it to music fans of all ages and music style preferences.

  • All of them were fabulous

    by Flygirlual on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    We've only missed one show in 20 years! It never disappoints . Newcomer Selina Albright was a welcomed addition!

  • Dave Koz is wonderful

    by Anonymous on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Always a great show, this years show was amazing with all the original artists from the first tour 20 years ago!!!

  • Best Yet!

    by Anonymous on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    We've been to 6 Xmas shows over the years and this is by far the best.

  • Dave Koz Christmas Show

    by Buddy1247 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Best Xmas show ever. Great energy on stage. Rick Braun, Peter White, David Benoit and Dave enjoy playing together. Go see this show if you can. Highly recommended.

  • Best XMAS Concert

    by Anonymous on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Year in and year out this is the best Christmas Concert. The 20th Anniversary was exceptionally excellent. Four top names - can't get any better - well, Jonathan Butler was missed. This is a don't miss every year!

  • Dave Koz does not disappoint

    by gbra69 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz redeemed himself from last year's show which was not one of the better ones but this year went back to the original gang and it was so very great!! loved the arrangements and song choices and little skits and just how personal the whole show was simply amazing and highly recommend-Thank You Dave Koz and Friends!!

  • Merry Christmas!

    by Rosicrucian on 12/12/17Sound Board at MotorCity Casino Hotel - DetroitRating: 5 out of 5

    The show was spectacular! The five principle musicians with the vocalists as well as the rhythm section were all in to give the crowd what they came to see. The Soundboard is an awesome venue for a show, and this show fit well into the venue. Considering this was the 20th Anniversary of this program it made it even more enjoyable as the musicians wanted to make sure it was as special as the anniversary was. OUTSTANDING!

  • Fantastic Show!

    by Anonymous on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave and crew outdid themselves once again. The concert was amazing! Davw really knows how to captivate his audience. I will be back for his 21st Christmas show next year.

  • As usual, it was a great concert!

    by Fran331 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    I have attended this concert for many years and each year is unique and wonderful. It was very exciting to see David Benoit, Rick Braun and Peter White all on the same stage. I can't wait to see what happens next year.

  • Fantastic!!!

    by glolo50 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    I see this show for my birthday every year and it was fantastic again! I could not have been more pleased. I love Dave Koz, Rick Braun, Peter White and David Benoit! Gerald Albright’s daughter Selena Albright is a showstopper!! Talk about a songbird......ijs

  • EXCELLENT, WELL-BALANCED SHOW

    by AMSMAN on 12/12/17Palace Theatre Columbus - ColumbusRating: 2 out of 5

    The Dave Koz Christmas Show was one of the best I have attended. It was 70% Christmas music, but the remainder were tributes to 80's/90's music and some of the smooth jazz songs that each artist (Koz, Rick Braun, Peter White and David Benoit) are known for. A rollicking good time with lots of energy. I would highly recommend it!

  • Koz still has it!!

    by AmandaBS on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 4 out of 5

    Perfect venue to see a quality show like this. The energy from all was amazing and the performances were very memorable!

  • Best Show Ever!

    by SJMI on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    This show was absolutely outstanding. Dave Koz was unbelievable. Basically you had 4 real pros working to entertain you and the result was magical! I would highly recommend attending if you get the chance.

  • Amazing Musicians

    by testthespeaker on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    Dave Koz always puts on a great show and his guests are always some of the best in the business. It doesn't get much better than David Benoit, Peter White and Rick Braun. The holiday songs were very uplifting and played to perfection. My only issue was with the mixing of the show. We had a hard time hearing the piano clearly on many songs.

  • Amazing Show!

    by KevinD on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    This is the best way to get into the holiday spirit. There isn’t another performer that connects with his audience in such a heartfelt, genuine manner than Dave Koz. Iconic Jazz musicians and the tight performance on classic Christmas songs is unmatched. Go and take your family and friends. A magical night.

  • Walking in a Merry Kozland !!!!

    by 60565 on 12/12/17The Chicago Theatre - ChicagoRating: 5 out of 5

    As usual Dave does NOT disappoint! Show amazing from beginning to end!! All the stars were perfect. This show is the kickoff for my Christmas season and spirit!! Love Dave Koz !!!