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Crosstalk (formerly known as Bogg Jazz Ensemble) is the only jazz ensemble based in Portland, Oregon that provides completely customizable musical experiences for clients. We specialize in performing both classic jazz songs and reworked pop songs outside of the traditional jazz canon. Jazz arrangements of Taylor Swift, Tears For Fears, and Mr. Rogers are just as common in Crosstalk sets as Cole Porter and Miles Davis are. As a band interested in performing new music, we offer our couples the opportunity to collaborate with us on an original setlist for their event. Please get in touch and let us know what you need for your event, we love a challenge!

We know that one of the most important parts of your big day is choosing the right soundtrack. Crosstalk has over 10 years of professional wedding experience, and we pride ourselves on developing a unique, special, and unforgettable vision for your wedding day. No two weddings are alike, and the same should be true of the music. Down to the last detail, your wedding should be your own, and so should the soundtrack you choose to celebrate it with.

All the members of Crosstalk perform regularly in the Portland scene as in-demand rhythm section players and tour with regional and national artists in Washington, California, Colorado, and more. Though we anchor ourselves in jazz and soul, we defy expectations and bridge several musical and artist' genres.

Crosstalk will always show up well-dressed, on time, and ready to create something special. After all, the more fun we have making music, the more you will enjoy listening to it!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in your wedding reception music package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Music During Breaks
Reception Music
Sample Performances
Sound/PA System
Travel Expenses

Which of the following are included in your popular wedding package?

Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
Music During Breaks
Sound/PA System

Are you an agency or a band?

Band

How many musicians are in your band(s)?

1 - 3
4 - 6

What genres of music does (do) your band(s) play?

Blues
Classical
Funk
Hip Hop
Jazz
Latin
Pop
R&B / Soul
Strings
Swing

What music services do you provide?

Instrumentals
Ceremony Music
Cocktail Hour Music
Learning New Songs
MC
Reception Music
Music During Breaks
Rehearsal Dinner Music
Sample Performances
Vocals
Liability Insurance
Willing to Travel

What items are available?

Lighting
Microphones
Sound/PA System

Reviews of Crosstalk Jazz Ensemble

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Johnny Sent on 07/19/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Performers, Highly Professional

Joshua is a professional — he's an excellent pianist, he played multiple requested songs for us (including backing up another performer, i.e. the bride), and handled everything on his own despite our wedding being held in the woods with a very non-traditional setup for power and infrastructure. He was flexible and helpful, always courteous, and generally brought a warmth and positive energy to everyone he interacted with at the wedding. Would absolutely hire him again, could not recommend him enough.
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Austin Sent on 10/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Take Your Wedding To The Next Level

This band made our wedding unforgettable! Super responsive, easy to work with, and total pros. The music? Absolutely killer. One guest nailed it:
“These guys are tight, they really make this whole wedding much classier.”
If you want amazing tunes and zero stress, book them!
Mikaela
Mikaela Sent on 08/03/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely bangin'

Good vibes, fun to work with, and phenomenal talent. This crew will light up any event.
Samantha
Samantha Sent on 08/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible experience!

As a Wedding Planner in the Pacific Northwest, we strive to partner with the best of the best. Joshua and his team of musicians did an outstanding job. Joshua was responsive throughout the process and asked detailed questions that were important for the day-of logistics. Joshua, Paul, and Matthew all arrived on time, exuded positivity (which is very important when executing a wedding on a very hot day), and were overall a joy to work with. I would work with them again in a heartbeat. THANK YOU CrosstalkPDX!
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Dave Sent on 07/24/2016
5 out of 5 rating
The Bogg Jazz Ensemble is incredible! They are very professional and easy to communicate with. Their music list is extensive and spans multiple decades and genres. The guys even worked with us to learn a requested song that wasn't on the list, and performed with a friend of ours who sang it! They are amazing musicians who play beautiful renditions of the classics, and also compose really fun and unique versions of popular songs. The Bogg Jazz Ensemble was the perfect choice for our wedding!!!
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Nick Sent on 07/14/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Book them immediately! The Bogg jazz quartet was absolutely wonderful at our wedding. We received many compliments from our guests on how classy, fun, and professional the band was in performing. Perfect mix of classic, fun, and special requests. Almost a year after our wedding, we still talk about how great the Bogg Jazz Quartet were. Easy to coordinate with, polite, attentive, and overall could not have asked for a better group.
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Tanis Sent on 07/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Getting Bogg to provide live music at our wedding could not have been easier! They took extra time to learn songs that we requested, and they perfectly complemented the vibe we wanted. Highly recommended.
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Tyler Sent on 07/13/2016
5 out of 5 rating
These guys are truly professionals. They were responsive and very courteous to our wedding guests. Their repertoire of songs and musical ability is amazing. We still have people talking about the band we had at our wedding. They're classically trained, jazz inclined and overall rockstars. Do yourself a favor and book these guys now before someone else steals them on your wedding date. You won't be disappointed.
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