Now in its fifth year, the Holiday Jam has become an annual musical celebration that audiences call “an awesome show!” The house band includes old friends who played together for years as part of the WQED program Live from Studio A. The Pittsburgh-based lineup of the Holiday Jam is packed with talent, a group nationally recognized musicians bringing their best for home audiences. Come hear what will be an unforgettable night of music featuring unique arrangements blending jazz, rock, and innovative renditions of holiday classics.
Past audience responses include:
“The best Christmas Concert ever!”
“What a show of talent on that stage!”
“Stunning arrangement”
The musical lineup for the evening will be:
Pete Hewlett – vocals, guitar
Lisa Bleil – vocals
Scott Anderson – keyboards, vocals
Maria Becoates-Bey – vocals
Eric DeFade – saxophone
Steve Delach – guitar
Brian Stahurski – bass
Joe Waslousky – drums
Benny Benack, Jr. – saxophone and clarinet
Joe Herndon – trumpet
Bob Matchett – trombone
Kenia, Cello Fury, and Benny Benack III are scheduled to appear as special guests during the three separate performances.
Anderson, who served as Musical Director for Live from Studio A, comments on growing success of the Holiday Jam: “Things have been bigger and better every year. Last year we expanded to two performances, and now we are going to three because the support has been so great.” The set list will include old favorites, but Anderson emphasizes that it is the personal touch of the performers that will make the night special. “Every year these musicians prove why they are some of the best in the business, and I am sure this year will be no different.”
Pete Hewlett, Brian Stahurski, and Scott Anderson (Photo: Chuck Morreale)
