Choi Cunliffe Orchestra
featuring Jaime Van Der Sluys

Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring the seductive compositions and arrangements, by the CHOI CUNLIFFE JAZZ ORCHESTRA, with special guest Jaime Van Der Sluys!

Mina Choi is a Korean-born, Los Angeles–based jazz pianist, composer, and arranger whose music uniquely blends jazz, classical influences, and the rich traditions of her Korean heritage. With years of experience as both a performer and educator in California, Mina’s work reflects her personal journey, characterized by beautiful melodies, intricate rhythms, and colorful harmonies. Each composition tells a story, inviting listeners to experience a deep emotional connection to her music.

The Mina Choi Orchestra recently released its debut big band album, Stories, featuring jazz greats George Cables, Alex Acuña, and Bill Cunliffe. The album has been highly acclaimed and widely recommended.

For more information, check out www.minachoijazz.com

Jazz pianist, composer and Grammy Award-winning arranger Bill Cunliffe is known for his innovative and swinging recordings and compositions. Bill began his career as pianist and arranger with the Buddy Rich Big Band and worked with Frank Sinatra, Joe Henderson, Freddie Hubbard, Benny Golson and James Moody. He has since established himself as a solo artist and bandleader, with more than a dozen albums under his name.

Bill currently plays with his trio; his big band; his Latin band, Imaginación; and his classical-jazz ensemble, Trimotif. He performs in the U.S. and around the world as a leader and sideman as well as a soloist with symphony orchestras.

Jaime Van Der Sluys is a Southern California–based performer, educator, studio singer, arranger, and songwriter originally from Georgia. Known for her sincere musical approach, wide stylistic range, and engaging stage presence, she performs regularly throughout the greater Los Angeles area and across the country. Her solo performance credits include Herb Alpert’s Vibrato Jazz Grill, the Dolby Theatre (Pitch Perfect 3 premiere), Disneyland’s Club 1901, The Queen Mary, and the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas. Jaime most recently released a debut album with her band Social Call, It’s A Lovely Day Today.