Welcome to the home page of jazz ensemble The Snazz Jazz Set; comprised of vocalist Katie Anstiss, pianist Jesse-Em Wade, saxophonist Michelle Harrison and the dashing lad of the group – bassist Bryce Collier!
The members of the group are all professional musicians; having performed at various venues in and around Christchurch and also the South Island . Their performance itinerary includes, a six-month residency held at the Millennium hotel in Christchurch over the winter months, spots in the 2004 Queenstown International Jazz Festival, performances for the 2005 Flowers and Romance festival and regular gigs in various Christchurch bars and cafes along with several weddings and corporate events.
The Snazz Jazz Set can provide additional instrumentation by request (for example, drums) or can downsize to a duo or a trio according to budget, or when room space is at a minimum.
The Snazz Jazz Set is a fantastic mix of suave sophistication and swinging style, whether the occasion requires smooth, sultry jazz, or music that is really swinging, The Snazz Jazz Set can provide it all!