A five-piece ensemble of acclaimed touring musicians bringing Vince Guaraldi’s timeless holiday soundtrack to life with jazz improvisation, cinematic arrangements and an unforgettable Christmas atmosphere.
Vince Guaraldi’s timeless “A Charlie Brown Christmas” soundtrack is brought to life in this special live performance. Featuring the full score (and more), the quintet puts its own spin on Guaraldi’s Christmas classics with extended improvisation and horn lines injected into the arrangements audiences know and love.
Originally launched as a 2023–2024 residency in Asbury Park NJ, the show features its original core lineup of internationally touring musicians while welcoming rotating guests from the region’s top bands, including musicians like Neal Pawley and Jeff Kazee (Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes). Adding a unique visual layer to the performance is a custom animation collaboration that pays tribute to the original Charlie Brown film. The screen comes to life with playful, ever-changing animations of the musicians on stage. This evolves throughout the set as new performers are featured, creating an immersive and nostalgic experience that blends live music with classic holiday imagery. The show includes joyful interpretations of Guaraldi’s iconic music, elevated by rich horn arrangements, extended improvisation and a playful collaborative spirit that’s perfect for all ages.
