The American jazz trumpeter and composer Chris Botti started his professional career during the early 1990s in Portland, Oregon. Botti has established himself as a leading instrumentalist of his generation through his smooth tone and lyrical trumpet phrasing which combines jazz with pop and classical music elements. Sting, Paul Simon and Natalie Cole became some of his first notable collaborators who helped him achieve wider recognition in the music industry. The Billboard jazz charts crowned his debut solo album, When I Fall in Love (2004) as the number one album while demonstrating his skill in using instruments to tell musical stories. The second album To Love Again: The Duets (2005) brought together vocalists Paula Cole and Jill Scott to demonstrate his ability to connect with diverse audiences. Italia (2007) honored his Italian roots through its beautiful orchestral arrangements which led to more commercial success. His subsequent albums Live in Boston (2009), Impressions (2012), Hymn (2016) and Vol. 1 (2023) showcased his deep voice and advanced composition skills and emotional musicality. His orchestral and full band performances have received praise for creating both cinematic beauty and personal connection during his live shows. Multiple Grammy Awards and his work with leading musicians have established Chris Botti as a leading artist for high-end events. His sophisticated musical voice combined with his elegant stage presence and jazz-pop style makes him an exceptional choice for high-end events including galas, corporate shows and world-class concert halls.