The Roster — Live Entertainment
Chris Norton
From Crooner
to Rockstar
About the artistThe newest addition to the GFA family.
“From crooner to rockstar, Chris is the man you need to hire.” — Colin Cowie, Celebrity Event Producer
Chris Norton is a true artist and commanding performer who creates the energy in every room — seamlessly taking audiences on a musical journey from the Great Gatsby era through Sinatra, Motown, disco, classic rock, and today's top 40. He delivers both a sophisticated dinner show and a wild, euphoric dance party in one evening. Your milestone event deserves both — from sophisticated crooner to exciting party rockstar.
Throughout his career performing at the world's most celebrated venues and private occasions — Chris has performed for Presidents Clinton and Obama, Vice Presidents Biden, Gore, and Cheney, and Secretary Hillary Clinton, including the historic White House wedding of President Biden's granddaughter and Vice President Al Gore's son's wedding in Washington D.C. His client list spans A-list milestone celebrations including Vera Wang's birthday, Sting's birthday, Jane Fonda's 80th birthday, the Esquire Golden Globes Party, the Cannes Film Festival, the Whitney Gala, the Omega Globemaster launch alongside Eddie Redmayne, the Montblanc Anniversary Gala at the Rainbow Room alongside Hugh Jackman, and the Campari launch featuring Kate Hudson — events that have graced the pages of People Magazine, Vogue, and Vanity Fair. Chris has also opened for iconic acts including Earth, Wind & Fire, Kool & The Gang, Lionel Richie, John Legend, Elton John, Jennifer Hudson, and John Cougar Mellencamp. Fortune 500 and luxury brands including Apple, Tiffany & Co., Chopard, Hermès, Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, L'Oreal, Microsoft, Valentino, and Bvlgari have made him the entertainer of choice for their most prestigious occasions. Chris has earned the trust of the world's most discerning event planners — Brian Raffinelli, David Stark, Marcy Bloom among them — who recognize that a true artist is essential to elevate every milestone they create.
When you book Chris, you're building a direct relationship with the artist himself — fully engaged from the first conversation through the final song, personally invested in making your milestone event one of a kind. There is only one Mr. Chris Norton.
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Good to knowWho is Chris Norton?
Chris Norton is a singer and live entertainer on the Great Family Artists roster, known for taking one evening from a sophisticated crooner dinner show to a high-energy dance party. Celebrity event producer Colin Cowie puts it simply: “From crooner to rockstar, Chris is the man you need to hire.”
What kind of music does Chris Norton perform?
His sets travel from the Great Gatsby era through Sinatra and the big band standards, then into Motown, disco, classic rock and today's Top 40. The performance videos on this page include “It Had To Be You” and “Puttin' On The Ritz” with a 19-piece orchestra, and “When You Wish Upon A Star” with a quintet and strings.
Who has Chris Norton performed for?
Presidents Clinton and Obama, Vice Presidents Biden, Gore and Cheney, and Secretary Hillary Clinton, including the White House wedding of President Biden's granddaughter. He has performed at Vera Wang's birthday, Sting's birthday, Jane Fonda's 80th birthday, the Esquire Golden Globes Party and the Cannes Film Festival, for brands including Apple, Tiffany & Co., Hermès and Porsche, and has opened for Earth, Wind & Fire, Lionel Richie, John Legend and Elton John.
Is Chris Norton a good fit for a wedding?
Yes. He is built for weddings, galas, corporate events and milestone celebrations that want both moods in one night: an elegant dinner show early in the evening and a packed dance floor later. He is personally involved from the first conversation through the final song.
How do I book Chris Norton, and what does it cost?
Book Chris through Great Family Artists. Share your date, city, venue and guest count through Check Availability or our contact page, and we reply within 24 hours with a personalized quote. Pricing depends on the date, location, band size, performance length and any travel.
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