Mindi Abair brings her holiday tour back to the Chrome Showroom, now in its third year of spreading Christmas cheer through jazz, blues, and soul. The saxophonist and two-time GRAMMY nominee leads a lineup of five artists through a set that mixes beloved Christmas classics with original songs, all delivered with the kind of horn-driven, groove-heavy sound that's made her a favorite on the smooth jazz circuit for over two decades.
The night features Rebecca Jade, whose touring resume includes stints with Sheila E and Dave Koz & Friends at Sea, alongside Andréa Lisa, a guitarist and vocalist whose style has drawn comparisons to Alicia Keys and John Mayer. Rounding out the bill are pianist Xavier Gordon, a GRAMMY-nominated producer who's toured with Marcus Miller, longtime Abair drummer Arthur Thompson, and smooth-jazz artist Darryl Williams. Together they trade solos and harmonies across a stage full of talent, building toward moments that swing from tender to celebratory.
For those who want to make an evening of it, there's a pre-show wine tasting hosted by Mindi Abair and her husband Eric Guerra, pairing wines from their own label with live musical performances - part sommelier class, part intimate concert. It's a laid-back way to ease into a night built around warmth, musicianship, and the kind of holiday spirit that feels more lived-in than scripted.