AJO

The Artistic Jazz Orchestra (AJO), is a 19 piece jazz band which performs the music of the great big bands of the 1940’s-60’s. AJO takes great pride in authentically recreating this music, and also featuring many new arrangements and compositions.

Artistic Jazz Orchestra Personnel:
Vocalist:  Kelly Knowlton
Trumpets:  Matt Anklan, Erik Gimble, Scott McKee, Ted Beuhrer, Milo Mannino 
Trombones:  Linda Landis, Matt Ellis, John Hall, Darrin Harvey, and Jeff Banyots
Saxophones:  Michael Cox, Logan Moore, Brian Olsheski, Byron Rooker, and Jon Scott Allen
Rhythm:  Terry Douds (bass), Steve Schaar (drums), and McCray Martin (piano)

Listen to AJO’s closing theme song, “Oaxaca.”

In you enjoy the sounds of the great big bands, AJO would be a wonderful choice for any event. The rate for hiring AJO is $2,500 for a local engagement up to three hours (negotiable).  Concert rates are available upon request.  You can email AJO at artisticjazz@yahoo.com.