Traditional/Contemporary Jazz Combos
Dave is an internationally-respected jazz guitarist who has toured with jazz vocalist Nancy Wilson, performed with Buddy Rich and studied with legendary jazz guitarist Joe Pass. Dave's jazz performances include outdoor festivals throughout the US, the Vancouver International Jazz Festival and famous jazz clubs such as Chicago's Green Mill and Vancouver's Jazz Cellar. Dave Ivaz Music jazz groups unite the best musicians in the regions we serve - many of them well-known bandleaders in their own right. Group instrumentation varies depending on your event needs but one thing is always the same - you're assured of the finest musicians and Dave's expert leadership.
Dave Ivaz Music - Session/Theatre/Orchestra
An acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, Dave honed his skills touring with an array of internationally-known headliners and concert acts (see resume.) He has spent decades as a top session/touring/show guitarist in the US and Canada (Vancouver, BC).
As a show and session musician, Dave has performed with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and a variety of regional orchestras. Broadway productions Dave has performed in include Showboat, Ragtime, Chicago , Pippin, Altar Boyz, Shenandoah, Grease, The Wiz and Annie. His television appearances include the Oprah Winfrey Show, WGN Noon Show, The CBS Morning Show and Wild Chicago. He has been guitarist of choice for legendary entertainers including the late Debbie Reynolds, Rita Moreno, Bob Hope, Don Rickles, Carol Channing and others in diverse areas of the entertainment field.
Dave's touring experience includes a year on the road as guitarist in jazz vocalist Nancy Wilson's quartet, and touring with the USA's popular "Billy Elton" Tribute Band. He has performed with Martha Reeves and the Vandellas, the Fifth Dimension, Ben E. King, Little Anthony, The Shirelles, The Drifters, Buddy Rich Band and many other acts.
An accomplished musical director, Dave spent nearly a decade as musical director for two popular Chicago dinner theatres. His expertise assures you of a stellar production and the highest level of client service.
