Tom Gaebel with Swinging Christmas and Chris Hopkins

Tom Gaebel, born in Germany, is renowned for his big band and easy listening style. His debut was in 2005, and he earned multiple German Jazz Awards. Known for "Tom Gaebel sings Sinatra" and collaborations with his band, Tom Gaebel & His Orchestra, he celebrates film and holiday music through shows like "Licence to Swing" and "A Swinging Christmas."

Chris Hopkins, born in Princeton, NJ, is a renowned jazz musician known for his swinging, melodic style. A master on piano and saxophone, he's played over 4000 concerts globally and collaborated with jazz stars like Scott Hamilton. Hopkins has contributed to around 50 CDs, many winning awards like the Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik. He also teaches jazz in Cologne and has been honored as a "Keeper of the Flame" and received the Jazz-Pott Award.