Chicago Jazz History
↗A Short History of Jazz in Chicago
How a music born in New Orleans found a second home on the South Side and changed the sound of the century.
Chicago Jazz Cruises
Live jazz, open water, and the skyline at golden hour.
We sail the Chicago River and the Lake Michigan shoreline with a live band on deck. This blog is where our musicians and crew share what happens between the first note and the last light on the water.
Cruise Guides
What to Expect on Your First Jazz Cruise
From boarding on the Riverwalk to the last chorus under the Lake Shore Drive bridge, here is how an evening with us unfolds.
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Onboard Jazz
↗The Instruments of a Riverboat Trio
Why our core band is piano, bass and drums, and how each player adapts to a stage that moves.
Cruise Guides
↗Sunset vs. Night Cruises: Which Sailing Is Right for You?
Two departures, two very different evenings. A quick guide to choosing between golden hour and the city after dark.