Jazz Articles about Claudia Franco

About Claudia Franco

Album Review

Claudia Franco, one of the most promising of the new generation of Portuguese jazz vocalists, is concentrating for the moment on building up a following in the jazz clubs and nightspots of Lisbon, where she teaches music. “I haven't really considered the possibility of playing outside of Portugal," she says, “I'm focused on establishing myself here." Occasionally however she allows herself to fantasize about playing international venues, in particular the Blue Note Club in New York City: ...

Album Review

Claudia Franco: Soul Dance

Read "Soul Dance" reviewed by James Nadal

by James Nadal
October 2, 2015

Every day, someone, somewhere, is turned on to jazz. Be it through records, radio, or a riveting live performance. And many make the decision to perform this vibrant art form, in whatever way they feel is appropriate. The amount of jazz that is coming in from around the globe might arguably be at an all-time high. Portugal appears to be no exception to this phenomenon, as vocalist Claudia Franco proves with her release of Soul Dance . She is a ...