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Olivia Van Goor

Olivia Van Goor is a jazz vocalist, arranger, and composer.

About Me

Olivia Van Goor is a Detroit-based jazz vocalist, band leader, arranger, and composer. She has built a reputation for not only being an excellent vocalist, but a creative force not to be reckoned with. Her hard work has yielded two EPs, first “When the Shadows Fall” in 2021 and the second being “Don’t Be Mad At Me” in August of 2023. These recordings have taken her to tour in surrounding major cities such as Ann Arbor, Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Southbend, Chicago, and Pittsburgh. Additionally, she received nominations for Best Vocal Jazz Album of 2021 by the Detroit Music Awards, Outstanding Vocalist in 2023, and recognition by many Michigan-based publications. Beyond recording, she has produced the show “Duets” with vocalist/bassist Reuben Stump exploring the history of vocal jazz duets and some of her own arrangements as well as an “Anita O’Day Tribute” in which she pays tribute to the legendary vocalist Anita O’Day. With that said, she is looking forward to realizing more of her artistic visions. Olivia continues to collaborate with Michigan leaders in jazz in addition to surrounding midwest musicians to spread musical joy.

My Jazz Story

I love jazz because...it is beautiful, interesting, inspiring, and a wonderful way of life. I was first exposed to jazz...in high school jazz band. I met Sheila Jordan... at the Detroit Jazz Festival. The first jazz record I bought was...Anita O'Day Live at Mister Kelly's. My advice to new listeners...have an open mind and love what you love.