“Last year was the 25th anniversary of the Diva Jazz Orchestra. They were in Newport in 2018, but I only had a chance to hear one or two numbers. They blew me away, listening to a full set at Dizzy’s. Each section – trumpets, trombones, saxophones – had something unique to say. The arrangements were difficult and explosive. The expression: ”They play good for…. “ no longer exists. Their gender meant nothing. They just played great music and it was a pleasure to hear them. Sherrie Maricle has done an amazing job of holding this group together for such a length of time and from what I heard that night, they will exist for some time into the future. ” – George Wein
Kari Gaffney
Since 1988 Kari-On Productions has helped artists get an even footing in the industry through jazz promotion in the genres of Jazz, World & Latin Jazz through Jazz Radio and Publicity. Why do we do both, because they compliment each other, and we care about fiscal longevity for the artist.