The Dave Kitchen Quintet performs an eclectic blend of jazz, pop classics, Great American Songbook standards, and the occasional alt-rock surprise. Originally known as Kitchen Jazz, the group’s name reflects both guitarist Dave Kitchen and the band’s roots — beginning in the kitchen of Schenectady’s beloved Moon & River Café.

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The quintet features:
 

• Dave Kitchen – Guitar
• Norm Ainslie – Drums
• Jim Connelly – Bass
• Peter Van Keuren – Piano
• Heather E. Schwartz – Vocals

 

Their sound is warm, melodic, and audience-friendly — ideal for listeners who appreciate thoughtful arrangements and familiar tunes delivered with charm and musicianship.

 

Based in New York’s Capital Region, the Dave Kitchen Quintet performs throughout Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and Upstate NY, and is available to travel for special events.

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Perfect For:

• Corporate events and receptions
• Private parties and celebrations
• Restaurants, hotels, and lounges
• Art openings, fundraisers, and cultural events

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​Previous Performances include:
• Art Night Schenectady (Schenectady, NY)
• Singles Outreach Services (Albany, NY)
• Avila Retirement Community (Albany, NY)
• Moon & River Café (Schenectady, NY)

• The Palazzo Ristorante (Schenectady, NY)

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"It was a great performance and everyone spoke highly of your group."

– Ann Parillo, Executive Director of Singles Outreach Services, Albany, NY

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Booking Information

To inquire about availability and rates, contact:
Norm Ainslie – 518-399-9582
Email: ainsln2@gmail.com

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Video courtesy of Sixth Generation Strings, Saratoga Springs, NY.

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