Jazz Cruises Conversations

Jazz Cruises Conversations invites you to escape to the high seas for the most intimate and candid conversations in music. Go beyond the stage for full-length interviews with the biggest names in jazz and smooth jazz, recorded live on the world's premier floating music festivals.

Guided by veteran host Lee Mergner (and other musicians, comedians, and on-board talent), hear legends open up about their careers, creative process, and lives on the road, all recorded exclusively on sailings of The Jazz Cruise, Blue Note at Sea, Botti at Sea, and The Smooth Jazz Cruise. Mergner and his crew’s knowledgeable perspectives ensure these aren't just chats—they are engaging, entertaining, and truly informative deep dives into the music.

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Signature Cruise Experiences is the Gold Standard for Charter Theme Cruises since 2001. In that time, we have produced over 100 full ship theme charters, most of which featured a significant music theme and top performers.

Our goal has been to present the very best musicians possible and do so with authenticity and professionalism. Our music venues are the best at sea and our sound production is Performing Art Center quality. Nothing but the best for our talent which translates to the very best for our guests.

Guest

Ivan Peroti

Ivan Peroti is a versatile and established vocalist and writer whose career began as the lead singer of the boy band Sat-R-Day. He is the singer and writer of the hit song "Speed up" by Funkerman, and he has penned songs for artists including Ben Saunders.

After collaborating as a guest vocalist, Peroti became a permanent member of Sven Hammond Soul for seven years, releasing three albums. In 2012, he placed third in the National Song Festival with the track "Take me as I am." After reaching The Voice of Holland quarterfinals in 2015, Peroti joined Candy Dulfer's band in 2018. His powerful voice is also featured in a popular commercial recording of "True Colors."

Guest appearance on:

Vocalists Roundtable with Mark Ruffin