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Vintage Jazz for the Mountain West's Most Exclusive Events.

Based in Southeast Idaho, The Speakeasy Jazz Trio is a premier ensemble that brings elite musicianship to high-end events, luxury weddings, and refined venue residencies across the Mountain West. Specializing in an upscale vintage jazz aesthetic, the trio captures the timeless sophistication of the Great American Songbook, tailoring every performance for the most discerning audiences in premier destination markets like Sun Valley, Idaho, and Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

While performing collectively as a premier regional ensemble, the trio's members individually bring decades of elite professional experience to the stage. They have performed alongside legendary, Grammy Award-winning artists including Natalie Cole, Llew Matthews, Joe Lovano, Derrick Gardner, and Del McCoury.

Their individual artistry has graced some of the nation's most prestigious luxury stages, including:

  • Frank Sinatra’s Twin Palms Estate (Palm Springs, CA)

  • SFJAZZ Center (San Francisco, CA)

  • Amangani Hotel (Jackson Hole, WY)

  • Stephens Center (Pocatello, ID)

  • Bonaventure Hotel (Los Angeles, CA)

  • Disneyland Hotel Grand Ballroom (Anaheim, CA)

  • The Hotel Café (Hollywood, CA)

  • The Historic Mission Inn (Riverside, CA)

  • Catalina Island Yacht Club (Avalon, CA)

  • Ralph Brennan’s Jazz Kitchen (Anaheim, CA)

  • The Jazz Station (Eugene, OR)

Across the Mountain West, members have helped anchor elite regional wedding productions with high-profile agencies, including as performers with The Famous Undercover:

  • The Montage Big Sky (Big Sky, MT)

  • Sun Valley Resort: Trail Creek Pavilion & River Run Lodge (Sun Valley, ID)

  • Snake River Ranch & Diamond Cross Ranch (Jackson Hole, WY)

  • Linn Ranch (Jackson Hole / Teton Valley corridor)

  • The Sapphire Room (Boise, ID)

  • Helena Civic Center (St. Peter's Health Foundation Gala)

Whether curating an intimate cocktail hour or commanding a grand ballroom reception, The Speakeasy Jazz Trio provides a seamless, unforgettable, and sophisticated live music experience that elevates any luxury event.

Stephens Center
Stephens Center
Amangani Hotel New Year's Eve 2024
Amangani Hotel New Year's Eve 2024

Live Showcase: The vintage vibe of The Speakeasy Jazz Trio (click “Watch on YouTube” for details)

The Repertoire: Curated Vintage Jazz & Elegant Swing

We curate our library to match the distinct energetic arcs of luxury event timelines. Preview our selected signature standards below or download our comprehensive performance catalog.

Our Ambient Cocktail Hour

Sophisticated, breezy, low-volume swing tailored for mingling guests and elite outdoor arrivals.

  • The Girl from Ipanema — Stan Getz

  • Fly Me To The Moon — Frank Sinatra

  • Autumn Leaves — Johnny Mercer

  • Cheek to Cheek — Ella Fitzgerald

  • L-O-V-E — Nat King Cole

Our Refined Dinner Set

Smoky, intimate, and romantic ballads designed to elevate a multi-course dining experience.

  • What a Wonderful World — Louis Armstrong

  • At Last — Etta James

  • Unforgettable — Nat King Cole

  • Misty — Erroll Garner / Johnny Mathis

  • In a Sentimental Mood — Duke Ellington

Our Jazz Adaptations of Modern Classics

Contemporary classics and radio favorites masterfully reimagined with a timeless mid-century twist.

  • Don’t Know Why — Norah Jones

  • Can’t Help Falling in Love — Elvis Presley

  • Make You Feel My Love — Adele

  • A Thousand Years — Christina Perri

  • Perfect — Ed Sheeran

  • Fields of Gold — Sting

Performance & Booking Logistics

The Speakeasy Jazz Trio operates as a self-contained, low-footprint acoustic/electric ensemble, providing high-class vintage ambiance tailored perfectly for cocktail hours, gala dinners, and upscale receptions.

  • Regional Travel: Available for bookings across the Mountain West region (including Idaho, Wyoming, Utah, and Montana) within an 8-hour driving radius from Idaho Falls.

  • Production Requirements: The trio specializes in ambient acoustic/electric performance and does not supply heavy concert stage lighting or large-scale sound reinforcement production. For larger ballrooms and corporate galas, we interface seamlessly with your venue's preferred in-house AV provider or production company. For room sizes under 250, we can provide our own sound reinforcement system and minimal lighting, as needed.

The Speakeasy Jazz Trio

Keith Ward (clarinet / alto and tenor sax)

Freddy Gildersleeve (guitar)

Tanya Johnson / Alex Holloway (upright bass)

Residencies

The Yellowstone Lounge

Thursdays, 6 - 8 PM

The Soiled Dove Speakeasy

2nd & 4th Fridays, 7-9 PM

3rd Saturdays, 7 - 9 PM

BlackRock Fine Wine and Craft Beer

2nd & 4th Sundays, 2 - 4 PM

SJT draws on the talents of the finest musicians in the region as the occasion requires, including vocalists, horns, and drums.

Request Availability & Quote

Fill out our quick checklist to discuss a tailored musical solution aligned with your vision.

For urgent timeline inquiries, call or text us directly at

928.593.9409

We look forward to adding our touch of class to your event or venue.