An Evening of Smooth Jazz Excellence
The Ervay and Dallas Jazz Family has a treat for you! UK’s Smooth Jazz Ambassador! London-born keyboardist Oli Silk, who has played keys for the biggest and best in the world of smooth jazz, will be in Dallas for one night on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He graces our stage as the headline act with our Tom Braxton and the Dallas Jazz All-Star Band. Oli remains one of the most dynamic and energetic keyboardists in the genre. His unique mix of jazzy instrumentals, funky vocal cuts, and downright dirty ol’ school keytar and vocoder, give his live shows that real wow factor and have garnered him a loyal and dedicated US fan base!
About this Event
Saturday, September 14, 2024
Doors open at 7:00 pm Show starts at 8:00 pm
International Composer, Producer, and Keyboardist Oli Silk began writing and recording music as part of the jazz-funk duo ‘Sugar and Silk’ in the late 1990s. The pair released 2 albums to much European acclaim and this grabbed the attention of Trippin’N’Rhythm Records to whom Oli has been signed ever since.
He has produced 7 hit albums in that time:
Oli’s songs have enjoyed huge success on radio in the USA over the last 15 years, highlights include:
Chill Or Be Chilled – One of the biggest hits of the year, Billboard top 3, and one of the longest charting songs in Billboard Smooth Jazz history with a combined main/recurrent chart tally of 54 weeks! (2008/09)
At Your Service – Oli’s first Billboard #1 song (2013)
New Bounce – Three weeks at Billboard #1 for this memorable tune, featuring Vincent Ingala (2020)
Hurry Up And Wait – Another Billboard #1, the first time that Oli had enjoyed multiple #1’s from the same album, also Billboard #7 song of the year (2021)
Oli has toured his music extensively across the globe, from Mozambique to Australia, Spain to Dubai, Lithuania to LA. You can also regularly find Oli as a featured artist on the prestigious Dave Koz Cruise. Oli’s skills as a sideman keys player have made him the UK go-to guy for some of the genre’s biggest artists including Gerald Albright, Chuck Loeb, Brian Culbertson, Boney James, Dave Koz, Pieces of a Dream, Euge Groove, Paul Brown and Peter White. His credentials as a musical director are also far-reaching, most notably for 4 years at the Dubai International Jazz Festival – overseeing some 30+ artists on the Jazz Garden Stage. When off-stage Oli is also a sought-after smooth jazz producer, his most recent achievements include two Billboard Top 30 hits for guitarist Roberto Restuccia in 2021 and a Billboard #1 for saxophonist Michael J Thomas in 2018.
Oli Silk is also a music composer. He has composed music for TV (Oprah Winfrey, MTV, Miami Ink) and has produced the audio for more than 100 smartphone gaming apps for Zynga Games and others.
TOM BRAXTON – OUR HOST AND RESIDENT GOAT
Dynamic…Energetic…Charismatic…Warm-hearted…These are just a few adjectives that have been used to describe saxophonist Tom Braxton, whose distinct, melodic sound has been thrilling audiences of all ages from coast to coast and abroad for nearly two decades. This versatile instrumentalist and gifted composer is a seasoned performer who has the amazing ability to “grab the heart-strings” of the audience within the first few minutes of his show; engage them with his exceptional skill, wit, and charm; and leave them astounded, clapping, and on their feet screaming for more! That is why Jazz Review calls Braxton “one of smooth jazz’s most prolific saxophonists!
Tom has garnered critical acclaim worldwide from Africa to Japan…from New York to L.A., Braxton leaves audiences astounded, clapping, and on their feet screaming for more!
His music can be heard on radio and television airwaves nationwide, and his albums have hit numerous jazz charts including Billboard, RadioWave, SmoothJazz.com, Groove Jazz Music, Capital Jazz Radio, and Amazon.
Braxton’s talents as a composer, producer, and arranger along with his versatility as a musician are unquestioned. A virtuoso, he can transition effortlessly between various saxes as well as handle the piano, keys, and flute. You do not want to miss Tom Braxton!
THE VENUE
The Ervay creates a sophisticated nightclub environment with an extravagant multi-level space perfect for a night on the town. The expansive ceilings and lavish Art Deco décor pair great with performances from some of the premier ward-winning jazz artists in the world. Select a table anywhere in the building. Take your choice. Sit at a front-of-the-house VIP table or booth or sit alongside the stage in our Gold Front Stage VIP seats. There are no bad seats in the house, Grab some crafted cocktails, enjoy our dinner buffet, listen to some great music, and even dance if you desire.
We are focused on clean and safe adult fun. Dress to impress. No sagging jeans or athletic gear. Get your tickets here or at eventbrite.com. General Admission Tickets start at $39. VIP Experience starts at $59.00, which includes special seating, and a gourmet dinner.
Join us for a great night of music, craft cocktails, and great-tasting food.
CREDIT CARD STATEMENT NOTE: We partner with a couple of organizations to host these events so the name on your credit card statement may be different from the Ervay Theater. However, if you purchased a ticket for an event at the theater then your purchase is legitimate.
