What a fantastic wedding! You guys were the icing on the wedding cake..so
to speak. Thanks for helping us celebrate. Everyone loved you!
-Cindy
(The Chris Klich Jazz Quintet with Laura Preble played Mike and Cindy's wedding
on May 2nd, 2009.) |
Wow, Chris Klich, do your lungs extend into your legs?
My son and I saw your quintet at Claire de Lune tonight, and we're both impressed
with your controlled dynamics and lengthy phrases! Plus you are wonderfully supportive
of your band mates. Thank you for your music.
-Louise 8-30-08 |
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Hey Chris... thanks for blowin' your horns for me at my CD Release Party and
on the KUSI Morning Show. As usual, you played like the virtuoso you are and
really made the songs sound cool. I look forward to the next gig I can wrangle
ya for...Thanks again.
-Charlie Imes (Chris performed on his CD).
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Thanks again for playing for me at the Borgia wedding. You guys are
great! I had a lot of fun singing with you and I really appreciate
it. Cheers!
-Heather Maher
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Chris: You really helped to make last night a success. Thank you so much
for everything you have done with the Jazz Ensemble. The impromptu performance
of
Lester Leaps In totally brought the house down. God Bless you. Those kids
really admire you and are always asking when you are going to be there again.
Be
well and thank you again and again.
-Vince Greco, director of The Jazz Ensemble, a group consisting of the most
talented young jazz students (ages 14 through 19) in the San Diego area.
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| After hearing Chris and his band play at a local club in San Diego, I hired
his quartet to perform at my wedding reception. Chris was easy to work with and
kept the arrangements simple. He and the band arrived on time, conducted themselves
professionally, played awesomely and delighted the wedding guests. Their work
was an excellent value and I would hire him again in a heartbeat. |
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I thought you and the band did a great job at our wedding Apr 22, 2006. I
wanted to add you to my LinkedIn contacts!
-Henry (via the "LinkedIn" network)
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 I absolutely loved this place and I can't wait to get back there again! I
ventured to here during my second night and found some excellent jazz--Chris
Klich (with Laura Preble and about five others) is a must see. (You kinda can
see them in this picture if you look inside).
I went back again for lunch during my last day in town. Take the number 7 bus
from downtown!
JM Bocan, writing about Chris and Claire De Lune coffee shop
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Hi Chris,
Just wanted to tell you that my recording client is very happy, and
that he called out your work specifically as "exceptional."
"That guy is the best musician on the CD!"
Thank you, I appreciate you
and your music.
xochuck
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Man, you is BAAD! Caught your act on Inside Jazz. A reed man myself (tho'
no great shakes) and can appreciate a cat who lays it down straight-ahead yet
pushes the envelope.
I do a service to the local jazz community here, HonoluluJazzScene.net,
and if you're ever in town, look me up.
Clay Freeman, webmaster@HonoluluJazzScene.net
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Hello Kris and gang. Want to send a very warm thank you for sunday night-9/10/07
at Coyote Grill there in Carlsbad. You guy's sounded GREAT! You all know how
to put it down but you and your drummer... whew... SMOKIN'! Seriously, it was
a total treat for me... on vacation... had been at the beach all day and just
wanted to have some good food and spirits and I got all that and more, I was
in the yellow trunks leaving at 7 or so, anyway... t'was a pleasure, thanks again
and I'll check out your cd as well. Do you ever come up to Seattle? You'd sound
good at Dimitrous Jazz Alley.
Cheers. Joe.
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Chris, thank you so much playing at our big event! Our guests loved the music
and we have since received MANY compliments about all of you. And thanks for
taking the time to let Kris practice with you, you probably don't know that singing
with a band has always been a huge dream of his, and since the session with your
quintet, he hasn't been able to stop thinking about it. Although to many of our
guests, him singing to me was special; but for those of us who really know him,
the most special part of the evening was Kris realizing one of his greatest dreams.
Thank you for making that come true for him. It means more than you know.
Thank
you again for an amazing evening, Kris and I are so grateful!
Blessings,
Jen
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Dear Chris and fellows,
Thank you so much for the evening of music you provided at our daughter’s
engagement party on December 4th. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed your playing. If
you’re ever playing in a public venue, e-mail me- we’ll come and
listen!
Deb and Paul |
June, 2007
Chris and Band,
Thank you for sharing your beautiful music and making our day special. You are
the Best Jazz band EVER! Thanks a Bunch!
Love,
Erin and Johnny |
Hey Chris and Laura,
The audience could have used more rehearsal, but the
orchestra was ready to perform. I do like the suit and tie too; thanks for the
great show. Laura, you have sooooooo many talents, as does your husband. The
boys are blessed.
Sandy
(Coordinator of University City Concerts; from an e-mail sent 7-23-07) |
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Hi Chris,
I've been playing tracks from Blue Skies since you sent the album.
I'll try to get you the playlists from the weeks I've aired the album. Thanks
again for sending it. It's an excellent, solid album with inspired playing (and
singing, too, of course!) with lots of great tunes given excellent arrangements.
Thanks
again!
Cary Meister ("Doc Jazz")
KAWC-FM 88.9 mHz
By the way, we're streaming live on the web now at www.kawcradio.org.
Just click on the box where you can listen live. The next time I play a track
from your album I'll try to let you know in adavance so you can listen if you're
so inclined.
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Hello Chris and Laura,
Chris you don't know me but my name is Jane Kaufman
and I am Laura's first cousin from Ohio. Hello Laura!! I had the pleasure of listening to
your CD Blue Skies. Oh my Lord!!!!!!!! It is unbelievable. I
have to tell you that I am not a huge fan of jazz, but this CD is awesome! Laura's
voice is perfect and hearing you play the flute sends chills down my spine. The
flute is the only instrument I can play, or at least try to play:>) Tell
Laura my daughter Jeanette tells everyone that her cousin is a famous singer:>) You
both can be very proud of your accomplishments. What great talent (I dont'
know why Laura couldn't leave some talent for the rest of us)! Take care
and we wish you all the best with everything.
God Bless,
Nick, Jane, Benjamin, Luke and Jeanette
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Hey, Chris. I just got done listening to the three CDs I have of you
and Laura. Excellent! I hadn't listened to the older ones in a while. I
just wanted to tell what an outstanding musician I think you are.
I saw Kenny
G last week in Vegas. Not a bad player really, but what
a bunch of schlock. The people actually gave him a standing ovation! I
couldn't bring myself to stand up. Eighty five bucks to see him and no
cover no minimum to see you! Something not quite right there.
I have 4 of
your CDs including the Xmas one. Is that all of them?
Well, I'm to Vegas again for a couple weeks. See ya soon, I hope.
Bill
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Hey Chris,
Just wanted to say "great job" opening for Lizz Wright at Belly Up last
week. You all sounded terrific. My girl friend loves to hear Laura
sing. She has gotten several CD's at your gigs and given to them to her
friends. She is on your mailing list and has commented to me how you do
a great job with your mailings. She keeps me informed...but perhaps you
could add me. I love the way you do the thing you do and hope we can
work together in the future.
Gregory |
About a CD with keyboard player/singer/composer David Singletary:
Adding Klich to a song is like adding cayenne pepper to any stew...it
just brings out that flavor. His flute playing is silky, sumptuous
and charming enough to tame the most aggressive viper. He'll be
remembered as one the greats because of his performance on the Vibe CD.
- SonicHill.com |
October 29, 2005
Dear Chris,
Thank you so much for everything you did for Mercy Hospital. We loved
your group at the patron party and the Ball, and the CDs are wonderful
- you have made a huge difference!
Thanks again, Suzanne and Lindsey |
October 25, 2005
Great to see you, again, last week. Our apologies that we had to leave early, but my beloved was both tuckered-out from her 60-hour week and wanted to get rested before singing in our church choir on Sunday morning.
But, this can't wait . . . your new CD is ONLY AWESOME! And yes, we know that we're SHOUTING!!!
Perry
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August 23, 2005
Greetings Chris!
Our Summer Music Series just ended. I wish to say an enthusiastic thank you to you, Laura Preble, and the members of the Chris Klich Jazz Quintet! The North Park Community Association thoroughly enjoyed your performance at Bird Park.
The music panel had a collection of 90 promotional packages to select from. There is so much fine local talent but it was our sincerest wish that your band would be available and willing to perform.
It felt so good to be able to offer the sound that you have to the Bird Park audience. Your interpretation of jazz standards is perfection but particularly so for a summer venue outside with all generations of listeners. Many expressed their thanks for Laura’s vocal renditions after the show.
Sorry that our sound system wasn’t quite as tight as I expected, but even so, you were able to deal with that and maintain your professional focus. It was a pleasure working with you and I wish you continued success.
Cheers,
Shirley
Summer Concert Chair
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(from a wedding client)
Hi Chris,
Just wanted to drop you a quick note to thank you and
the band for the wonderful job you guys did at our
wedding ceremony and reception. We've heard so many
compliments from our guests about the music. Your
music truly made our wedding different from most of
the weddings we've been to in the past. Let us know
if you ever need to use us as a reference; we'd be
more than happy to recommend you. We really enjoyed all the songs you guys
played - excellent song choices!
Oh, let me know if you have any upcoming performances that's open to the
public. We'd love to hear you guys play again. |
(from an e-mail to Cathy Cronin, director of events for the City
of San Marcos, regarding Chris Klich Jazz Quintet performance Aug. 30, 2003 at the
Wood House, San Marcos)
Hi Cathy -
Don't know if I had sent you an email - can't remember - but just in case I didn't
I wanted to tell you that the last summer concert with Klich and wife was really spectacular.
Top notch entertainment and I really felt that the evening was a very special treat.
We loved it. Thank you for all your time and effort - you've done a great job (just
in case no one has told you).
Bye for now
Mary P. |
| I'm not surprised that a new fan would come all the way to SD from
Orange County to listen to the Chris Klich quintette - I've given CDs to friends in
L.A., as well as relatives out of state, and they've all been surprised and completely
enthused by the incredible musical energy the group puts out. Chris is an exceptionally
talented and powerful force and a masterful musician and stage manager - he and his
group has enthralled every audience they've performed for.
Dale J.
San Diego |
| Hey Chris, just wanted to thank you for a wonderful performance at
Coyote Bar & Grill tonite. Enjoyed every minute. You guys are
such professionals. Really top notch. You, personally, are a great musician,
and I really enjoyed your bass player as well. Also the drummer was excellent.
They entire band is just wonderful, as a matter of fact. Continue the
great work, and hoping to see you again at the Coyote.
Here's a suggestion: On your website, it would be nice if you had a link
on the homepage to Barstar.com so a fan can rate your band without having to search
all over the site. I wanted to do that, but it wasn't there so couldn't. Maybe
it's someplace, but it's not convenient. It's just a suggestion. You deserve
more votes, and it would move you up closer to #1. As a side note, that's where
I discovered your band. You are the top rated band in the jazz category, I believe.
Were from South Orange County, so it was great to see a good San Diego band
playing close to us. It was well worth the drive down...
Thanks again,
Carol Y.
Lake Forest, CA |
