About this vendor
Crosstalk (formerly known as Bogg Jazz Ensemble) is the only jazz ensemble based in Portland, OR, that provides completely customizable musical experiences for clients on their wedding days. We specialize in performing both classic jazz songs and reworked pop songs outside of the traditional jazz canon. Jazz arrangements of Taylor Swift, Tears For Fears, and Mr. Rogers are just as common in Crosstalk sets as Cole Porter and Miles Davis are. As a band interested in performing new music, we offer our couples the opportunity to collaborate with us on an original setlist for their event. Please get in touch and let us know what you need for your event, we love a challenge!
We know that one of the most important parts of your big day is choosing the right soundtrack. Crosstalk has over 10 years of professional wedding experience, and we pride ourselves on developing a unique, special, and unforgettable vision for your wedding day. No two weddings are alike, and the same should be true of the music. Down to the last detail, your wedding should be your own, and so should the soundtrack you choose to celebrate it with.
All the members of Crosstalk perform regularly in the Portland scene as in-demand rhythm section players and tour with regional and national artists in Washington, California, Colorado, and more. Though we anchor ourselves in jazz and soul, we defy expectations and bridge several musical and artist' genres.
Crosstalk will always show up well-dressed, on time, and ready to create something special. After all, the more fun we have making music, the more you will enjoy listening to it!
Details
Instruments
- Bass
- Guitar
- Percussion
- Piano
- Saxophone
- Violin
Music Genres
- Dance
- Jazz
- R&B
- Rock
Music Services
- Live Music
- MC Services
- Sound Equipment
Wedding Activities
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
- Ceremony
- Reception
Reviews
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5
out of 5.05 reviews
The BEST band! We absolutely loved working with Crosstalk for our wedding. Josh made it so easy to communicate and get all of the logistics organized and the band absolutely killed...
it at the wedding! Our guests are still raving about them!!! Thank you so much for making our wedding day absolutely perfect!
Very flexible and accommodating in the planning, prompt to the gig and very personable in all interactions with staff and guests. Great musicality and appropriate volume, etc. O...
verall enhancement to the wedding.
Joshua is a professional — he's an excellent pianist, he played multiple requested songs for us (including backing up another performer, i.e. the bride), and handled everything on ...
his own despite our wedding being held in the woods with a very non-traditional setup for power and infrastructure. He was flexible and helpful, always courteous, and generally brought a warmth and positive energy to everyone he interacted with at the wedding. Would absolutely hire him again, could not recommend him enough.
We love working with Josh and his team at Crosstalk! As planners, we strive to have partnerships and relationships with vendors who are able to serve our clients and exceed expecta...
tions. Josh and his team have done just that for our clients this year. We look forward to more weddings together!
My husband was not picky while we were planning our wedding, but the one thing he really wanted was live music. When we found Bogg Jazz, we knew they were perfect! They were very w...
illing to adapt to our needs and sent my husband samples of some of their songs. They also played quite a few songs that we requested. It was a very professional experience working with them.
Contact
Portland, Portland, OR | Pacific North West
Crosstalk Jazz Ensemble