Music for Special Occasions


Cello and Vibes
The Chris Lee / Colleen O'Brien Duo features the elegant and sophisticated sounds of vibes, cello and voice performing classic and contemporary jazz, standards and bossa-nova. For over twenty years they have lent their distinctive sound to fine restaurants, wine tastings, gallery openings, weddings and special events from coast to coast. "The rich, mellow sound of vibraphone, cello and voice and the eclectic range of their musical attentions combine with a warm sound and a relaxed feeling to form a music of great depth and beauty.

"When you want the music to be as special as your event."

 

 

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Some Past Engagements:            References & Reviews

Adelsheim Vineyards - Willamette Valley
Apple Corp.
Atwater's - Portland, OR
The Benbow Inn - Garberville, CA
Black Cat Restaurant - Boulder, CO
Blue Heron Art Center - Vashon, WA
Boulderado Hotel - Boulder, CO
The Boulders Resort - Scottsdale, AZ
Brasserie Monmartre - Portland, OR
Busboys and Poets - Washington, D.C.
Cristom Vineyards - Willamette Valley
Dazzle - Denver
Ella's Supper Club - Spokane, WA
En Vie - Boulder, CO
Flagstaff House - Boulder, CO
Hannah Vineyards - Sonoma County
Louis' at Vail
Mark Wooley Gallery - Portland, OR
Mt. Hood Jazz Festival - Portland, OR
Noah's Wine Bar - McMinnville, OR
Ritz-Carlton - Aspen, CO
The River at Rancho Mirage - CA
Festival Internacional de Jazz -
    San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
The Old Church - Portland, OR
Preston Hall - Mendocino, CA
St. John's College - Sante Fe, NM
The Silver Rock Resort - Palm Springs, CA
South Rodney Salon Series - Helena, MT
The Stanley Hotel - Estes Park, CO
Timberline Lodge - Mt. Hood, OR
Westcliff Jazz Festival - Colorado

"I have had the opportunity as an events coordinator to hire and work with the Chris Lee / Colleen O'Brien Duo on two separate occasions. They provided the entertainment for a formal sit-down fundraising dinner and at another time, performed an intimate concert for an Oregon coastal community. Both events drew rave reviews. Colleen and Chris's musical style is pleasing and accessible to a wide range of audiences. Feedback from jazz aficionados at both of these events however made it clear to me that I had employed musicians of exceptional talent.

Chris and Colleen

 

Colleen O'Brien and Chris Lee are a pleasure to work with. I found them to be professional performers sensitive to my needs as an event coordinator. They thoughtfully inquired into the particulars of both events and displayed great versatility in fashioning performances that were appropriate to both occasions.

 

It is with great enthusiasm that I recommend the Chris Lee / Colleen O'Brien Duo. These are two extraordinary musicians with a distinct musical style who can take center stage or be a unique adjunct to any event."
Martha Schectel, Northwest Events Coordinator

 

"I had the pleasure of presenting Chris Lee (vibraphone) and Colleen O'Brien (vocals & cello) at numerous events. (Renaissance Fair, Spring Arts Festival, and fund-raiser events throughout the year. Both are very accomplished musicians and impart a warm, intimate, yet dynamic quality as a jazz duo. The year they were in Homer, I was impressed by their ability to so quickly capture a loyal following. They were constantly in demand by local clubs, restaurants and other organizations for appearances.

 

I recommend Chris and Colleen highly for not only their excellent musicianship, but also for their professionalism and constancy in conducting business affairs."
Patty Yancey, Executive Director, Homer Council On The Arts

 

 

 

Our rates are hourly, with a one hour minimum.
Please call 720.565.5908 or email us for specific rates.
For locations outside of the Denver Metro area, additional travel fees may apply.

 

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