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Martina Fiserova

New York-based singer-songwriter and guitarist Martina Fišerová channels her love for jazz and authentic storytelling through her original songs, meshing harmonic sophistication with sincere, personal expression. Originally from Prague, Czech Republic, Martina has performed with many artists at jazz festivals and venues throughout Europe, as well as in Taiwan and Vietnam. After relocating to New York City in 2013 to further develop her skills, she released an album of her original music, "Shift", in 2015. She has since had the honor of performing at venues and festivals including Washington D.C.'s Kennedy Center, New York's Blue Note Jazz Festival, and Prague Proms Festival, among others.

Take Five with Singer, Guitarist and Pianist Martina Fiserova

by AAJ Staff
April 15, 2025

Meet Martina Fiserova Martina Fišerová is a New York-based singer, guitarist, songwriter and lyricist. Born and raised in Bohemia, Czech Republic, she graduated as a vocalist from the jazz-focused Jaroslav Ježek College, in addition to studying anthroposophical music therapy. She has performed alongside a number of prominent artists at music festivals and venues throughout Europe, as well as in Taiwan and Vietnam. Martina's debut release Clearing Fields (Blue Season, 2012), with her interpretation of jazz standards, originated from ...

Album Review

Martina Fiserova: Shift

by James Nadal
November 2, 2015

Since her 2013 debut “Clearing Fields," vocalist Martina Fiserova has been on a relentless pursuit of living her dream. This has entailed coming to America to perform and gain experience, going on a European tour, and culminating with her release of Shift. Joined once again by keyboard whiz Brian Charette, this record is more personal in approach and content, with Fiserova writing all of the songs, as well as handling production duties. Some of the songs reflect her ...

"Her tunesmithing is sophisticated, purposeful and defies categorization" - New York Music Daily

"Shift is cohesive and compelling with every tune speaking to your heart and whispering to your soul. Her awe-inspiring compositions and exquisite vocals are more than just a treat to music lovers; they are a treasure." - JazzCorner.com

“Martina’s singing carries with it an immediacy and conscience reminiscent of Joni Mitchell but with a core strength and projection made for these times. Likewise, her guitar playing is marked by technical excellence and enough of a variety in performance practice that the set never grew old. This young lady’s engrossing music and lyrics are imbued with a certain authenticity, a modest love of the craft, and genuine enjoyment of the stage." - John Pietaro, music critic and blogger