December is here, and with it come eggnog, fireplaces, and songs musicians only get to play one month out of the year. And great news for all who are fans of festive jazz: you have plenty of opportunities to hear arrangements old and new of Ben's holiday music.

First up is Ben's annual Christmas Celebration at the Princess Theatre in Prosser. Each year is very different, with small ensembles or big bands or soloists or drama or comedy or...okay I'll stop now. This year carries the tradition forward with free cookies (Thank you Prosser Memorial Health!), new arrangements, and special guests including an amazing string trio. Reserve the best seats for either Friday, December 5th or Saturday, December 6th right here, and come join the holiday party!

Aside from some private parties Ben is playing, you can also catch his trio performing at two wineries later in the month. First up, Ben will be performing at J Bell Cellars on Friday, December 19th. The dinner show has very limited seating and always sells out, so I highly recommend you call for reservations.

And if a more casual setting is preferred, Ben and trio are performing at Gilbert Cellars in Yakima on Saturday, December 20th. Starting at 3:30 pm with no reservations required, join Ben for music, fireplaces, and one last relaxed celebration before the hectic holiday actually hits.

Merry Christmas everyone!