An Evening with Jean Caze

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An Evening with Jean Caze

Jean Caze is a Haitian-American trumpeter and composer, presenting a unique style of music, drawing from his Haitian roots and American upbringing. Join Jean as he and his 6-piece band put on a festive night of grooving Haitian rhythms, catchy melodies, improv, and fun audience interaction.

PERFORMER BIO:

Jean Caze has emerged as one of today’s most beautiful trumpet voices. Jean’s experience includes having performed with stellar legendary artists such as: Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Al Jarreau, Roy Hargrove, Arturo Sandoval and George Duke just to name a few.

Jean studied at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Performance in 2004. That same year, Jean was awarded as the Winner of the 2004 National Trumpet Jazz Competition. In 2006, Jean Caze is awarded as the Winner of the International

Trumpet Guild Jazz Competition. In 2007 Jean continued with his music education and went on to earn his Master’s degree in Jazz Performance from Florida International University (FIU). Just prior to earning his Master’s Degree from FIU Jean the Haitian-born trumpeter won second place in the prestigious 2007 Thelonius Monk International Jazz Trumpet Competition.

Jean currently holds a top position in Michael Bublé’s touring band, performing as a featured soloist to sold-out arenas all over the world. Jean has released two self-produced solo albums, “Miami Jazz Scene” and “Amédé” where he seamlessly combined his Haitian roots with his American Jazz education and upbringing.

BAND MEMBERS:

Jean Caze – Trumpet/Flugelhorn/Conch Shell/Vocals

Claudens Louis – Tenor Saxophone/Soprano Saxophone

Martin Bejerano – Keyboard/Piano

Kurt Hengstebeck – Electric Bass

David Chiverton – Drums