Allen's Jazz
Allen played with the New Vintage fusion and JLQ jazz groups in the San Luis Obispo area before moving to Orange County. He has since played with a variety of artists including Satin Express group, Pacific Sounds duo, Art of Jazz contemporary jazz group, jazz vocalists Janet Orsi and Mando Cordova, Saddleback Night Big Band, and others. He is currently regularly seen with the Just Friends house jazz band that hosts the weekly jazz jam at The Pottery Place in Laguna Beach. Allen also plays solo piano for the more intimate occasions and events.
For booking information call or SMS: 949-34-ALLEN (949-342-5536) or email: allen@thetakatsukas.com
Jazz Styles for Any and All Occasions
Allen plays with a variety of groups and can provide jazz styles to accommodate any occasion. Listen to a sampling of the types of jazz group formats and music styles that he can bring to your venue.
Solo Jazz Piano
Allen plays solo piano jazz spanning ballads, Latin, swing, and the "Great American Songbook". Listen to the kind of classy background jazz that Allen can add to your event.
Covid Series at Zinc Cafe
August 2020 - weekends of Covid outdoor entertainment for local jazz enthusiasts of Laguna Beach, California.
