Ray Skjelbred & the Hot Corner

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Ray Skjelbred and the Hot Corner is a Chicago-style jazz ensemble led by pianist Ray Skjelbred, a Chicago native based in Seattle who draws inspiration from early jazz piano masters like Joe Sullivan, Jess Stacy, Earl Hines, and Art Hodes. The group performs hot Chicago jazz mixed with New Orleans influences, early swing, and blues, featuring Skjelbred on piano alongside skilled traditional jazz musicians.