PETER POLZAK

Big City Jazz

Big City Jazz is led by Peter Polzak who began his career within theChicago entertainment community over 20-years ago performing in concert with such artists as Dizzy Gillespie, Morganna King and Dave Brubeck.

As one of Chicago’s most in-demand Jazz pianists, Peter leads his contemporary, sophisticated Big City Jazz delivering music that appeals to audiences ranging from 20-somethings to 80-year olds. The versatile instrumentalists in this group have mastered an inspiring mix of Chicago style, traditional, Latin, Modern, and smooth Jazz.

Peter has provided musical entertainment for corporate and private functions in various venues in Chicago and throughout the metropolitan area. His discography includes recordings for the USA Label and Columbia Records.

Peter Polzak has performed for or appeared with the following artists:

Dave Brubeck                      Aretha Franklin                    Dizzy Gillespie

Morganna King                    Roberta Flack                      The Temptations

Art Linkletter                          Julie Wilson                          Paul Desmond

Peter Polzak has performed for the following dignitaries:

Governor James Thompson                            Senator Dick Durbin

Mayor Richard J. Daley                                      Governor Rod Blagojevich

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