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Tyreek McDole

Tyreek McDole, an outstanding 23-year-old vocalist, has been making waves and enchanting audiences with his remarkable talent, characterized by a velvety tone and polished delivery. With a string of prestigious awards to his name, Tyreek shines as a rising star in the music world.

It was during the acclaimed Jazz at Lincoln Center's 2018 Essentially Ellington National Competition that Tyreek made his vocal debut, leaving an indelible mark as he walked away with the prestigious Outstanding Vocalist Award, presented by none other than the iconic Wynton Marsalis.

Drawing inspiration from swinging baritones, Tyreek has often been compared to the likes of legendary artists such as Billy Eckstine, Andy Bey, and the illustrious Joe Williams. His performances have seen him share the stage with an impressive roster of musicians and acts, including Theo Croker, Gary Bartz,  Nicholas Payton, Rodney Whitaker, Russell Hall, Johnny O’Neal, Emmet Cohen, Miki Yamanaka, Mike King, Mike Ode, Eric Wheeler, Ted Nash, Matt Wilson, Ben Allison, Rockelle Whitaker, Winard Harper, Marcus Printup, Eric Reed, Carl Allen, Victor Goines, Chris Crenshaw, Jonathan Michel, Isaiah J. Thompson, Charlie Sigler, Chris Beck, Kyle Koehler and many others. Together, they have graced renowned venues like The Blue Note, Dizzy's Club, Birdland Theatre, Jazz at Lincoln Center, and Minton's Playhouse, enthralling audiences with their collective artistry and musical prowess.

Beyond his remarkable performances, Tyreek's educational journey had taken him to The Oberlin Conservatory of Music, from which he was awarded a degree in Jazz performance. Under the guidance of esteemed instructors LaTanya Hall, Gary Bartz, Gerald Cannon, Eddie Henderson, Billy Hart, Dan Wall, Sullivan Fortner, and Weedie Braimah, Tyreek's musical horizons continue to expand, preparing him for an even more promising future in the world of music.

Now Based in New York City, Tyreek McDole is leaving a lasting impact on the music industry, solidifying himself as a young artist with immense potential.


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Introducing Vocalist Tyreek McDole

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This article previously appeared in Jersey Jazz Magazine. In 2018, Tyreek McDole, a student at the Osceola County School for the Arts in Kissimmee, FL, was playing classical percussion for a performance of the 1987 Stephen Sondheim/James Lapine musical, Into the Woods. “During rehearsal," he recalled, “one of the actors got sick. I had studied all the music, so I sang the part for the wolf. As I started singing, heads started turning in the room. I guess ...

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Tyreek McDole Wins 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

Tyreek McDole Wins 12th Annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition

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As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival and Year-Round Centennial Celebrations Honoring Sarah Vaughan As part of NJPAC’s TD James Moody Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) today announced Tyreek McDole as the winner of the annual Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. This marks the second time a male vocalist won in the contest’s 12-year history. Hosted by WBGO Radio’s Pat Prescott, Sunday’s“The SASSY Awards” presented the Top Five Finalists on the iconic NJPAC ...

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