Some people know the sound they want before they know who to hire: a room in black tie, a horn section swinging, a voice that sounds like a night out in 1962. If that is your picture, you are looking for a singer in the vein of Sinatra and the great crooners. This guide explains what to look for and how to book it.
What “in the vein of Sinatra” means
It is a style, not an impersonation. The repertoire is the Great American Songbook: standards, swing and big band favorites, delivered with warmth, phrasing and timing. A good singer in this style does not pretend to be anyone else. He brings the era’s elegance and makes the songs feel current for your guests.
Why the format matters: solo, small ensemble, big band, orchestra
A singer with tracks sounds like a nice night. A singer fronting live horns sounds like an event. Chris Norton works across the full range:
- Large band formats with a full horn section, for ballrooms, galas and receptions that call for scale
- Orchestral settings, for black-tie evenings and formal occasions
- Smaller ensembles, for more intimate venues and moments
The setup is built around your guest count, your room and your event, not squeezed into a fixed package.
About Chris Norton
Chris Norton is vintage, polished, dynamic and dazzling: a vocalist in the vein of Sinatra and the great crooners who fronts everything from a big band with a huge horn section to an orchestra to a streamlined ensemble. He performs mainly in New York City, Los Angeles, Europe and luxury destinations, and he is in demand for high-end weddings, galas and milestone events. His résumé includes performing for Presidents Clinton and Obama, and his venues include Cipriani, the New York Public Library and the Rainbow Room in New York City; a villa in Montenegro; Faena Miami Beach; The Beverly Hills Hotel and the Four Seasons Beverly Hills in California; and Fontainebleau Las Vegas. You can watch him perform on his page: Chris Norton.
Hear Chris perform
Questions people ask
Can he perform with a full band, or only solo?
Both. Chris performs in large band formats with a full horn section, with orchestras, and in smaller ensemble formats. Tell us your venue and guest count and we will recommend the right size.
Does he travel?
Yes, he can travel anywhere. He mainly performs in New York City, Los Angeles and Europe, and at luxury destinations, from Manhattan landmarks like Cipriani and the Rainbow Room to a villa in Montenegro.
How do I book him, and what does it cost?
Pricing is available on request. Every event is quoted individually, based on the ensemble size, the date, and the location. Use the Inquire form on his page, or contact Great Family Artists directly, and we will put together a personalized quote.
Is he available for my date?
He is in demand and high-end dates fill early. Reach out as soon as your date and venue are set.
Planning in a particular city? See our New York City and Miami pages, or how we handle destination events.
Ready to hear it live?
Watch Chris perform on his page, browse our full Bands roster, or inquire about your date for a personalized quote.
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