Artist Guestbook.

We love sharing the joy of jazz — bringing communities together through the universal language of music. Wisconsin audiences are enthusiastic. And our musicians, world-class. Many thanks to our ever-expanding coterie of friends from afar for sharing their gifts and playing along!

 
  • Anat Cohen

    3X Grammy-Nominated Clarinetist

    “Jazz Coterie welcomed us with top hospitality and care. They love the music, create a wonderful listening experience, and draw the most attentive and welcoming audiences. They care for the community, for education, and for a better world. We were moved. We loved our accommodations – centrally located in Waupaca – and adored spending time with our hosts. We look forward to visiting again. Thank you, Jazz Coterie… and Wisconsin!”

  • Benny Benack III

    Singer & Trumpeter

    “So grateful to Kyle and the team at Jazz Coterie for providing world-class treatment for their guest artists. Local audiences are so appreciative… the enthusiasm was infectious! I encourage any artist looking for bonafide tour stops to remember Jazz Coterie in Wisconsin!”

  • Karrin Allyson

    5X Grammy-Nominated Singer

    “I have enjoyed working with Kyle (and Ryan) so much with Jazz Coterie presentations. They’re serious about doing things right; from getting good attentive audiences, to sweet accommodations, good sound, and… serious fun! I look forward to coming back. We need more presenters like Jazz Coterie.”

  • Samara Joy

    2X Grammy-Winning Singer

    “My experience with Jazz Coterie is one I’ll never forget. With the warmest welcome from both founders and the audiences, I along with my musicians, was given the opportunity to express myself freely with each song. Always met with kindness and encouragement. I can’t wait to return and toast the occasion with a good Wisconsin Old Fashioned! Thank y’all so much!”

  • Ben Paterson

    Pianist/Organist & Singer

    “I had an absolute blast with Jazz Coterie! The audiences were enthusiastic and welcoming, the sound/backline impeccable, musicians top notch, and the Old Fashioneds delicious and free-flowing! I greatly appreciate all the amazing work Jazz Coterie does bringing world class music to Wisconsin. And hope to be back soon.”

  • Kate McGarry

    3X Grammy-Nominated Singer

    Kudos to Jazz Coterie for making our visit so wildly enjoyable. Between the sunset cocktail cruise (on a classic wooden boat) and our homemade waffle breakfast, it became clear Kyle’s equally committed to creating unforgettable moments for Coterie audiences and the musicians that play for them. Looking forward to our next visit!”

  • Shayna Steele

    Singer

    “I love Jazz Coterie and cannot wait to come back! The most hospitable, especially after being on the road…it’s nice to come here. The audiences were so wonderful and appreciative, and it was really great to hang with everyone post show!”

  • Pasquale Grasso

    Guitarist

    “Un esperienza favolosa!!!”

  • Lucy Yegiazaryan

    Singer

    “Jazz Coterie is slowly but surely becoming a must stop in the Midwest. It’s curated with taste and finesse rarely found even in major cities.”

  • JD Walter

    Singer

    “New friends and welcoming concert goers. From start to finish, my experience with Jazz Coterie was one of love and respect. A fulfilling experience that felt like family.”

  • SACHAL VASANDANI

    Singer/Composer

    “The whole team behind Jazz Coterie work tirelessly to connect great audiences with great musicians — you can feel it on stage and out in the hall. It’s a privilege to play a small part of such a great initiative.”

  • Tierney Sutton

    9X Grammy-Nominated Singer

    “Jazz Coterie is a little piece of jazz heaven in my home state of Wisconsin. Everyone involved is a delight and the venues are beautiful. And those Wisconsin audiences are the BEST!”

  • Cyrille Aimée

    Singer/Songwriter

    “We had such a fun time at Jazz Coterie! The audience was amazing and were really listneing. Our hosts took such good care of us. I would love to come back!”