J Train

Announcements:

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J Train returns to Alfio’s in Chevy Chase on January 24, 2026 bringing its repertoire of swinging jazz tunes and danceable pop hits. The show is from 7-10pm. Please call ahead for a reservation – 301-657-9133. Alfio’s is located at4515 Willard Avenue, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 – a short walk from the Friendship Heights subway stop on the red line. Good (and free) street parking. Also free valet parking at the restaurant.

Legal update: J Train is now J Train Music, LLC!

J Train Music can now accept payment via credit card for your convenience.

J Train Music has a number of special one hour performances:

Tribute to Frank Sinatra (parts 1 and 2)

Tribute to Cole Porter

Tribute to Richard Rogers (female vocalist)

The Great American Songbook

Sounds of the Sixties

Best of Broadway

Songs from the Silver Screen

Clarinet jazz classics from Benny Goodman to Pete Fountain

July 4th Show

Veteran’s Day Show

December Holiday Show

Valentine’s Day Show

Text Lee at 301-602-5097 if you are interested in booking the band for any of these special performances.

Elegant (and Fun!) Music for Your Special Occasions

J Train is a collaboration of experienced musicians in the DC metro area. The group has performed at restaurants, clubs, hotels, the Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, the Arts Club of Washington, and many homes. J Train’s is equally at home with jazz standards and bossa novas as well as classic rock and soul tunes. Think the Gershwins, Duke Ellington, Cole Porter, Wilson Pickett, Neil Diamond, Stevie Wonder, the Drifters, Jimmy Buffet, and Antonio Carlos Jobim and you’ll be headed in our direction!

J Train is available as a trio (sax, piano or guitar, and bass) as well as solo piano and solo guitar. We can add drums and/or vocals. We perform most often as a quartet with our vocalist.

To see a list of some of our repertoire by genre, see Songs We Play

To discuss hiring J Train for your special occasion, please contact Lee Arbetman at 301-602-5097 (mobile) or arbetmanlee@gmail.com.

Mike, Chris, Dan, Dave, and Lee of J Train at the Cosmos Club in Spring 2024.

“Your group was exactly what we wanted for our wedding. Everyone commented on the band-and everyone from cousins to grandparents danced and had a great time. Thank you!”

― Dia Farquhar & Matt Costello, (then) newlyweds

“Some colleagues and I heard you at a restaurant and decided you’d be perfect for our annual client party. You were!”

― Kathryn Himes, Esq, Mead Data Central

“J Train played for our group’s Tenth Anniversary Celebration this year and provided just the smooth jazz needed that allowed us to talk and enjoy each other’s company while setting a festive atmosphere. Then when the eating and the program were over, J Train switched up the beat, increased the volume through the drums and …

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― Caryn McTighe Musil

“Thank you for the fantastic music and great repertoire at our combined 30th anniversary and Christmas holiday party! We and our guests loved listening and dancing to your music. You are a nice and friendly group of musicians, classy and well dressed for our occasion. Hope to see you at our next party.”

― Susi H

About the Band

Music for your special occasion that’s truly special

Whatever special event you’re planning, you’ll love the way J Train works with you. We listen to your ideas, adapt to your needs, and give you the music and musicians to make your event truly memorable. For wedding receptions, anniversaries, holiday parties, and personal and professional gatherings of every size and purpose, we offer the perfect blend of America’s most loved music.

J Train’s repertoire lets us set just the musical mood you’re after. Whether it’s swing tunes from the jazz era or toe-tapping dance tunes from the 1960s, we create the atmosphere you want.

We work with you to provide the right instrumentation to meet your plans, space, taste and budget.

- Our core trio: sax, guitar or piano, and bass.
- Mix in any combination of the following ensemble players: drums, vibes, and trumpet.
- Add a polished male vocalist.
- And for more intimate settings, our guitarist or pianist are available—solo or with bass.

Dave Marsh

Songs We Play

J Train’s repertoire is both ageless and wide-ranging. You’ll never go wrong with the standards and swing tunes from Ellington, the Gershwins, and Cole Porter, or party tunes from Wilson Pickett, Sam and Dave, Jimmy Buffet, or Neil Diamond. And if your event calls for dancing, J Train is ready with the right tunes at the right tempos. Check out some Songs We Play.

Booking

Please give us a call or fill out the form below to discuss your special event. If you can let us know the starting and ending times of your event as well as where and when it will be held, we will give you a price for our services.

Lee Arbetman
301-602-5097

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