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SUMMARY:Kenny Wessel Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Kenny Wessel\, known throughout the world for his adventurous solo voice\, unrelenting swing\, and sensitive accompaniment skills\, has become an audience favorite here in Westport. He is best know for  his long relationship with Jazz Master Ornette Coleman\, touring internationally and recording as a member of Ornette’s Prime Time band. \nKennny is also very interested in creating and investigating points of intersection between jazz and Indian music and and performed and recorded with the late great tabla master Badal Roy and many other musicians from various parts of the globe. He has performed in 27 countries at major Jazz festivals\, concert halls and been in radio and television appearances.  Kenny Wessel is the rare blend of tradition and fiery innovation! \n  \nKen Wessel - guitar \nBoots Maleson - bass \nMike Campenni - drums \nGreg Wall - saxes
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SUMMARY:Andy Gravish and Greg Wall remember Chet Baker and Stan Getz
DESCRIPTION:Remembering Chet Baker! \nAndy Gravish combines a passionate warmth with a blazing facility and a musical wit that always leaves one wanting to hear more. Andy regularly performs at the top jazz festivals around the world\, and has been the featured soloist with the Village Vanguard Orchestra\, the Toshiko Akiyoshi/Lew Tabackin Big Band\, Paquito D'Rivera\, and countless others. His resume is a who's who of jazz: Buddy Rich\, Artie Shaw\, Tony Bennett\, Sarah Vaughn\, Frank Sinatra\, Cab Calloway\, Mel Torme\, Makoto Ozone\,  Paquito D’Rivera\,  Vanguard Jazz Orchestra\, Machito Latin Jazz  Orchestra\, \ Gary Morgan Pan American Big Band\, Wayne Andre Big Band\, Nick  Kenny Werner\, Jon Gordon\, Donald Brown\, Miles Griffith\, Harrold Mabern\, Mulgrew Miller\, Billy Pierce\, James Williams\, Kenny Berger\, Joe Cohn\, Jim Rotondi\, Tom Harrell\, and Joe Magnarelli. \nAndy has absorbed so much of Chet’s music that you will agree he is uniquely qualified to pay tribute to the great master trumpeter and singer. \n  \nMichael Cochrane - piano \nBill Moring - bass \nEric Halverson -drums \nGreg Wall - Sax \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/andy-gravish-and-greg-wall-remember-chet-baker-and-stan-getz/
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SUMMARY:James Weidman and Harvie S
DESCRIPTION:Jame Weidman\, a distinctive  pianist\, has been a sideman and accompanist in many settings over the past 30+ years\, from Abbey Lincoln\, Cassandra Wilson\, Steve Coleman to Kevin Mahogany and the Grammy nominated Joe Lovano Us Five.  In addition\, James has also proven to be an increasingly significant bandleader and composer/arranger. His recording on Inner Circle Music “Spiritual Impressions” featuring Ruth Naomi Floyd has garnered critical acclaim. It was selected by Cadence Magazine as one of the top ten albums of 2018. His 2023 piano trio release\, “Sonic Realities\,” features bassist Harvie S and drummer Alvester Garnett performing original compositions and works by Charlie Parker\, Kurt Weill and Hale Smith. \nPianist James Weidman is indisputably an essential addition to whatever bandstand he graces. A partial list of Weidman’s affiliations is staggering in depth & breadth: Max Roach\, Woody Herman\, Archie Shepp\, James Moody\, Greg Osby\, Bobby Hutcherson\, Slide Hampton\, Jay Hoggard\, Marvin “Smitty” Smith\, Gloria Lynne\, Dakota Staton\, MBase Collective\, Cassandra Wilson\, TK Blue (co-leader of TaJa)\, Abbey Lincoln\, Ruth Naomi Floyd (Producer)\, Kevin Mahogany (Music Director)\, Joe Lovano\, Marty Ehrlich and Ray Anderson. \n  \n\nBass master Harvie S is one of the most recorded jazz musicians of our time. \nAward-winning composer\, producer\, educator\, arranger\, recording engineer\, and bassist Harvie S is continually challenging himself and his peers\, expanding the borders of musical direction. He has performed and recorded with a long list of artists that includes Stan Getz\, Chet Baker\, Dexter Gordon\, Tony Bennett\, Ray Baretto\, Michael Brecker\, Jean Pierre Rampal\, Paquito D’Rivera\, Gil Evans\, Art Farmer\, Mark Turner\, Jim Hall\, Mike Stern\, Jerry Bergonzi\, Lee Konitz\, Dave Leibman\, Joe Lovano\, Pat Metheny\, Paul Motian\, Chico O’Farrill\, Dr. Billy Taylor\, Maria Schneider\, Zoot Sims\, Toots Thielemans\, Ray Vega\, James Williams\, Phil Woods\, and Louie Belson\, among many others. \nHe can be heard on 21 CDs as a leader\, 13 as a co-leader\, and over 400 as a sideman: work that includes recordings with artists like James Brown\, Kenny Barron\, Chick Corea\, Tom Harrell\, Sheila Jordan\, Steve Kuhn\, Pat Martino\, Wycliff Gordon\, David Mathews\, George Cables\, Eddie Henderson\, James Moody\, Danilo Perez\, Anat Cohen\, Paquito DiRivera\, The Manhattan Transfer\, Mike Stern\, Dave Leibman\, John Scofield\, Jerry Bergonzi\, Dave Liebman\, Yusef Lateef\, and Grover Washington Jr. \n  \nJames Weidman\, piano\nFeaturing  Harvie S\, bass\nand\nRyan Sands\, drums\nGreg Wall\, tenor and soprano saxes
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/james-weidman-and-harvie-s/
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SUMMARY:Melissa Newman
DESCRIPTION:Melissa Newman \, vocals\nTony Lombardozzi\, guitar\nPhil Bowler\, bass\nBobby Leonard\, drums \n  \nJoin us for a warm evening of hot Jazz at Westport's own Jazz Inferno! Melissa  is a natural talent\, and really makes every song she sings her very own. With a band like this\, the evening is sure to be way over the top. This show always sells out so be sure and get reservations early! \nMelissa Newman had a lucrative career singing jingles for companies like AT&T and Chevrolet. Locally she has  performed at the Blue Lemon\, Tengda\, and Harvest in Westport\,\nwith guitarist Tony Lombardozzi and bassist Phil Bowler. \nMelissa also makes\, shows and sells ceramic and porcelain sculpture. Melissa’s work is featured in the current major exhibit\, “The Weight of Memories” at the Norwalk Art Space. \nAnd if that is not enough\, we celebrate Melissa as an author!  She has a new book out entitled "Head over Heels”\, a love story in words and pictures. \nShe lives in Westport with her husband and two sons. \n  \nIf tickets are showing sold out below\, send email to be placed on the waiting list for the 7:30 show
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/melissa-newman-10/
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SUMMARY:Jim Royle’s Caribbean Jazz Connection
DESCRIPTION:Jim Royle - drums \nBryan Garbe - steel pans \nDave Childs - piano/keys \nJohn Mobilio - bass \nThe Caribbean Jazz Connection is led by drummer Jim Royle who has been crossing genres of Jazz and CaribbeanLatin styles for years. They delight audiences wherever they go in the Islands or on the mainland. Royle\, the consummate educator and artist has brought so many young and old alike into the joys of percussion\, especially with Steel pans and Caribbean Jazz. The band features Jim’s former student and steel pan player Bryan Garbe\, now an internationally acclaimed percussionist based in NYC\, who grew up in Fairfield!
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/jim-royles-caribbean-jazz-connection-3/
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SUMMARY:Jen Allen Trio
DESCRIPTION:Jen Allen is a dynamic pianist\, composer\, author\, and educator\, captivating audiences worldwide with her artistry and creative vision. She frequently performs as a leader or collaborator in venues across New York\, the Northeast U.S.\, and internationally\, including appearances at the Litchfield Jazz Festival\, Winnipeg Jazz Festival\, Greater Hartford Monday Night Jazz Series\, and Wexford Performing Arts Centre in Ireland. \nJen has shared the stage with renowned artists such as Don Braden\, Jimmy Greene\, Freddie Hendrix\, Camille Thurman\, Nat Reeves\, and Sarah Caswell. An active recording artist\, her discography includes her debut album Pieces of Myself\, Sifting Grace\, her upcoming release Possibilities\, and collaborative projects like Raise Up by Trio 149. She has also contributed to numerous other recordings as a sideman. \nHer compositional work spans big bands\, studio orchestras\, string quartets\, and small ensembles\, earning her a place in the prestigious BMI Jazz Composers Workshop. Notable commissions include her 2018 residency at St. Peter’s Church (NYC) Jazz Lauds and her immersive piece Collective Breath\, which integrates music\, visuals\, and breathwork to foster connection and reflection. \nJen’s educational endeavors are equally impressive. She holds degrees in performance and composition from The Hartt School and UMASS Amherst. Currently\, she serves as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at Trinity College in Hartford and Visiting Faculty at Bennington College. Jen has also presented masterclasses\, clinics\, and has been a guest-conductor for numerous universities. She has been a senior teaching artist for Litchfield Performing Arts since 2010. \nJen’s accolades include the 2023 Artistic Excellence Award from the Connecticut Artist Fellowship Program and the 2024 Greenstage Artist Award. Jen also co-authored Sitting In: Jazz Piano with Noah Baerman\, which won Music Inc. Magazine's Editor's Choice Award in 2015. Her \nHer innovative and multifaceted contributions to music and education continue to inspire audiences and students alike. \nJen Allen - Piano \nMatt Dwonszyk - Bass \nJonathan Barber - Drums
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/jen-allen-trio/
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SUMMARY:David Morgan
DESCRIPTION:David Morgan - piano \nYuriy Galkin - bass \nEric Halvorson - drums \nAndy Gravish - trumpet \nGreg Wall - saxes \n  \n  \nPianist David Morgan is a local treasure! The rare blend of world class Jazz artistry with a focus on improving the quality of life for all of us here at home in Fairfield County. And\, he is pretty funny\, too. \nHe has  performed & recorded with Wynton Marsalis\, Wes Anderson and Grammy/Emmy nominated singer/songwriter\, Peter Himmelman\, in addition to writing music for CBS Sports\, Discovery\, A&E\, MTV\,  and TV shows including 'Pawn Stars'\, 'Little Women' and 'Catfish'.  He also produces recordings for other artists in his own studio. \nDavid is well known to JazzFC audiences as a member of the Fairfield County based Jazz group Portal.
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/david-morgan/
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SUMMARY:Matt DeChamplain Quintet
DESCRIPTION:Matt De Champlain- Piano \nMatt Dwonszyk - Bass \nJonathan Barber -Drums \nKerry MacKillop - Trumpet \nGreg Wall - Saxophones \n  \nPianist Matt DeChamplain grew up in Wethersfield\, Connecticut. During high school Matt attended the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts studying under Jimmy Greene and Dave Santoro. He obtained his bachelors degree from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the Hartt School in 2010 and graduated with his masters from the University of Toledo in Ohio in 2012. \n\n\nMatt has performed at the Monterey Jazz Festival\, Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz\, Berks Jazz Festival\, New York’s JVC Jazz Festival\, the Berklee Jazz Festival\, the Kennedy Center\, Jazz at Lincoln Center and renowned jazz clubs such as the Regatta Bar\, Smalls and Yoshi’s. In 2008\, Matt was selected for the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program where he engaged in a two week intensive composition and performance workshop under the instruction of jazz luminaries Dr. Billy Taylor\, Nathan Davis and Curtis Fuller culminating in three performances filmed live from the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. That same year he was part of a group lead by bassist Nat Reeves that toured New Ross\, Ireland. In 2010\, Matt participated as a semifinalist in the Martial Solal Jazz Piano Competition in Paris\, France. \nAs a sideman\, Matt has appeared on guitarist Norman Johnson’s album “Get It While You Can” (2011)\, jazz violinist Jason Anick’s album “Tipping Point” (2012)\, and recorded several songs with vocal legend Jon Hendricks for “Holiday Wishes II: River of Stars” (2013). Also in 2013\, he recorded a solo piano album titled “Stride-Bop” that sought to fuse the Harlem stride tradition with bebop and hardbop language. “Jazz’s rich heritage has been such an inspiration to me\, and I hope that my combination of stride\, swing\, bebop and blues elements in these arrangements and compositions will honor it.” In 2015\, Matt and his wife vocalist Atla DeChamplain released their first collaboration together titled “Pause.” The album features a guest appearance by Hendricks. \nCurrently Matt is Assistant Professor of Jazz at the Hartt School (University of Hartford\, Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz). He has also taught at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts\, led the big band at Glastonbury High School and taught at the Artist’s Collective\, the Litchfield Jazz Camp and New Hampshire’s Jazz All State.
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/matt-dechamplain-with-matt-dwonszyk-and-jonathan-barber/
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SUMMARY:Ted Rosenthal
DESCRIPTION:Ted Rosenthal - piano  \nMartin Wind - Bass \nTim Horner - drums \nAlex Norris - trumpet \nGreg Wall - tenor saxophone \n  \nTed Rosenthal is one of the leading jazz pianist/composers of his generation. The New Yorker magazine describes him as “a musician’s musician who balances technique and taste.” The Los Angeles Times calls him “a pianist of rarest skill.” Rosenthal actively tours worldwide with his trio and as a soloist. He also has performed with many jazz greats\, including Gerry Mulligan\, Art Farmer\, Phil Woods\, Bob Brookmeyer\, and James Moody. \nWinner of the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Piano Competition\, Rosenthal has released nineteen CDs as a leader\, including a series of 4 new CDs in 2025\, featuring his distinctive arrangements of the Great American Songbook\, reimaginings of classical themes and original compositions. Rhapsody in Gershwin\, which features his arrangement of Rhapsody in Blue for jazz trio\, reached #1 in jazz album sales at iTunes and Amazon and received rave reviews: “A musical tour de force” - Audiophile Magazine. Wonderland\, was selected as a New York Times holiday pick\, and received much critical praise: “Sleek\, chic and elegant” – Howard Reich\, Chicago Tribune. Impromptu\, showcases his reimaginings of classical themes for jazz trio. "A serious listen to Impromptu will be a mind-changing experience...sit back and enjoy these wonderfully creative takes on ten compositions from the classical canon that have never sounded so cool." - Elliott Simon\, AllAboutJazz \nActive in jazz education\, he is on the faculties of The Juilliard School\, and Manhattan School of Music\, where he also served on their Board of Trustees and received the Presidential Medal for Distinguished Faculty Service. Rosenthal has taught and mentored many of the leading jazz pianists of the younger generation. He presents jazz clinics throughout the world\, often in conjunction with his touring.  His website is www.tedrosenthal.com \n  \n 
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SUMMARY:The Soothsayer! A Nod to Wayne Shorter
DESCRIPTION:Greg Wall - tenor sax\nDavid DeJesus - alto sax\nDavid Sneider - trumpet\nJen Allen -  piano\nBoots Maleson-  bass\nSteve Johns - drums\nCan there be too much of a good thing? Evidently\, Blue Note Records thought so.  Wayne Shorter was setting the Jazz world on fire\, as music director and primary composer of the Jazz Messengers and his own recordings on Blue Note. After the 1964 releases of “Night Dreamer”\, “Juju” and “Speak No Evil” \, Blue Note decided to hold back the release of his newest record\, a sextet featuring Wayne with Freddie Hubbard\, James Spaulding\, McCoy Tyner\, Ron Carter and Tony Williams.  Due to the plethora of  landmark recordings\, it stayed it the Blue Note vaults for 15 years. When it was released in 1979\, it was received like a newly discovered treasure chest! \nThis show will give the audience the opportunity to hear Wayne's great compositions and arrangements played in the same sequence as the recording. With this crack ensemble of virtuoso players\, you hear what a buried treasure really sounds like!
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SUMMARY:Michael Rabinowitz
DESCRIPTION:Michael Rabinowitz - bassoon \nSteve Sandberg - piano \nMichael O’Brien - bass \nDavid Alvarez - drums \nGreg Wall - soprano saxophone \n  \nFor over thirty years Michael Rabinowitz has been on the cutting edge as a versatile bassoonist. as comfortable with Bach and Mozart as he is with Charlie Parker\, John Coltrane and Ornette Coleman. \nHe has recorded with Ira Sullivan\, Red Rodney\, Wynton Marsalis\, John Hicks\, Dave Douglas\, Chris Potter and Joe Lovano. \nMike’s  festival appearances include Chicago\, Montreal\, Berlin\, Tanglewood\, Newport\, San Francisco and Hollywood Bowl. Michael is a regular member of The Charles Mingus Orchestra in NYC and can be heard regularly at the Jazz Standard with this ensemble. \nHis own quartet Bassoon and the Wild has performed at the Chatauqua Institute\, Vanderbilt Planetarium\, Frick Museum\, JVC Jazz Festival\, Penn State\, Kavehaz and other venues in NYC. \nHis  latest recording\, “Next Chapter” is available now on Blue Ridge Records. \nMichael has been awarded a grant from Chamber Music of America in collaboration with French oboist Jean Luc Fillon and released their CD “On the Reed Again”. \nOver the years Mike provides inspiration to bassoonists and musicians the world over as a pioneer in improvisation on the bassoon. Michael is a Buffet Group artist who plays exclusively on W. Schreiber bassoons.
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SUMMARY:David Berkman Quintet
DESCRIPTION:David Berkman - piano\, compositions \nBilly Drews - alto sax\, clarinet \nGreg Wall -  tenor and soprano saxes \nDavid Ambrosio - bass \nJay Sawyer - drums \n  \n  \nDavid Berkman has been an essential part of the New York jazz scene for over 30 years\, as a creative and swinging voice on the piano and as a gifted composer\, arranger and bandleader.  Originally from Cleveland\, Ohio\, he currently divides his time between teaching in N.Y. and performing with world renowned jazz artists at home and abroad. Berkman has performed with numerous jazz luminaries including: Sonny Stitt\, Tom Harrell\, Brian Blade\, the Vanguard Orchestra\, Cecil McBee\, Dave Douglas and Chris Potter. His 10 recordings as a leader have appeared on numerous “Critic’s Best” lists. Berkman is a tenured professor at the Aaron Copland School of Music\, C.U.N.Y. in New York and has published three books on jazz with Sher Music Publishing which are used in jazz schools worldwide.
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/david-berkman-quintet-3/
LOCATION:Jazz at the Post @ VFW Post 399\, 465 Riverside Ave\, Westport\, CT\, 06880\, United States
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SUMMARY:Michael Mossman Featuring Zaccai Curtis
DESCRIPTION:Michael Mossman - trumpet \nZaccai Curtis - pian0 \nGreg Wall - tenor saxophone \nRicky Rodriguez - bass \nDavid Alvarez - drums \nMichael Philip Mossman has been active on the international scene since the age of 17\, and has recorded with his own groups and with a virtual “who’s who” of the music industry. Michael was nominated for a 2013 Grammy Award for “Best Instrumental Arrangement” for his “Afro-Latin Ellington Suite.” \nFollowing stints as lead trumpet with the Machito Orchestra\, Toshiko Akiyoshi\, and with the Lionel Hampton Orchestra\, Michael became the musical director of Blue Note Record’s “young lion” group\, Out of the Blue. He recorded four albums for Blue Note with this group before joining the Horace Silver Quintet. Michael has toured and recorded with Dizzy Gillespie\, Art Blakey\, Joe Henderson\, McCoy Tyner\, Gerry Mulligan\, Joe Zawinul\, Slide Hampton\, Toshiko Akiyoshi and countless others. \n  \nZaccai Curtis is an acclaimed recording artist and producer\, recently honored with the 2025 Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. He leads his own groups\, the Zaccai Curtis Quintet and Sonido Solar\, and after five successful releases\, is set to release his new album Sonoluminescence in 2026. \nTogether with his brother Luques\, Zaccai co-founded the record label TRRcollective\, a collaborative space for musicians to produce and release their own music. He is also proud to have produced the Grammy-nominated album Entre Colegas by Andy González (2016). \nA native of Connecticut\, Zaccai moved to New York City in 2005\, where he has performed with renowned artists including Christian Scott\, Donald Harrison\, Cindy Blackman Santana\, Eddie Palmieri\, Lakecia Benjamin\, Brian Lynch\, the Mambo Legends\, Avery Sharpe and many others.
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/michael-mossman-featuring-zaccai-curtis/
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SUMMARY:Melissa Newman
DESCRIPTION:Melissa Newman \, vocals\nTony Lombardozzi\, guitar\nPhil Bowler\, bass\nBobby Leonard\, drums \n  \nJoin us for a warm evening of hot Jazz at Westport's own Jazz Inferno! Melissa  is a natural talent\, and really makes every song she sings her very own. With a band like this\, the evening is sure to be way over the top. This show always sells out so be sure and get reservations early! \nMelissa Newman had a lucrative career singing jingles for companies like AT&T and Chevrolet. Locally she has  performed at the Blue Lemon\, Tengda\, and Harvest in Westport\,\nwith guitarist Tony Lombardozzi and bassist Phil Bowler. \nMelissa also makes\, shows and sells ceramic and porcelain sculpture. Melissa’s work is featured in the current major exhibit\, “The Weight of Memories” at the Norwalk Art Space. \nAnd if that is not enough\, we celebrate Melissa as an author!  She has a new book out entitled "Head over Heels”\, a love story in words and pictures. \nShe lives in Westport with her husband and two sons. \n  \nIf tickets are showing sold out below\, send email to be placed on the waiting list for the 7:30 show
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/melissa-newman-11/
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SUMMARY:Alma Micic
DESCRIPTION: “Confident\, soulful\, vulnerable\, rhythmically savvy\, with the most sensual vibrato you're likely to hear"  \n(All About Jazz) \n  \n  \nAlma Micic - vocals \nRale Micic - guitar \nPeter Slavov - bass \nJason Tiemann - drums \n  \nAlma Micic\, with six studio albums as a leader\, is one of the most sought-after vocalists on the New York jazz scene. She has been hailed as a "first-rate jazz vocalist" (All About Jazz) with a "voice that soars to the sun" (Jazz Wise). Born and raised in Belgrade\, Serbia\, at age 20\, Alma moved to the United States to pursue music studies on a scholarship to Berklee College of Music. From there\, she continued to thrive in the East Coast jazz scene and in New York\, where she resides and collaborates frequently with her husband\, celebrated guitarist Rale Micic. \nAlma appeared as a guest vocalist on Eric Alexander's recent album\, "Timing Is Everything\," with the song "Evergreen\," which has been a top-rated track on jazz radio in the United States and Japan. \nAlma’s previous appearance at JATP  brought down the house - don’t miss this one!
URL:https://jazzfc.org/event/alma-micic-3/
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SUMMARY:Alta DeChamplain
DESCRIPTION:Atla DeChamplain is a jazz vocalist\, lyricist\, and educator known for her compelling sound and sincere interpretations of jazz standards. A Connecticut native\, she studied at the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the Hartt School of Music and earned her Master’s degree from the University of Toledo\, where she was mentored by the legendary vocalist Jon Hendricks. Specializing in vocalese—the art of setting lyrics to instrumental jazz solos—Atla is recognized for her original lyrics\, expressive phrasing\, vocal control\, and authenticity on stage. \nHer musical voice is a blend of American idioms\, drawing from jazz\, blues\, gospel\, and R&B. She credits her artistic development to the influence of Ella Fitzgerald\, Sarah Vaughan\, Jon Hendricks\, Louis Armstrong\, Kurt Elling\, Dianne Reeves\, Mel Tormé\, Bobby McFerrin\, José Feliciano\, and Nat King Cole\, as well as the lyrical legacies of Iola Brubeck\, Billy Strayhorn\, Burt Bacharach\, and Fred Rogers. Atla has performed with many of her musical heroes\, including Jon Hendricks\, Kurt Elling\, Lawrence Hobgood\, José Feliciano\, Paul Keller\, and Steve Davis. Atla acknowledges the privilege to follow such luminary artists in the traditions of Black American music.
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