Results for "Angelique Nicolas"

Angélique Nicolas

Angélique Nicolas, vocalist and composer born in Toulon, France, is known for her elegance, sensitivity, and expressive voice. Although raised in France, her artistry is influenced by her Sicilian and Corsican roots. Angélique grew up immersed in jazz, blues, and soul, influenced by her grandmother's love for blues and gospel and her grandfather’s love for Broadway musicals and jazz standards. She studied tap dance and later graduated in vocal jazz and contemporary amplified music from the Toulon Conservatory. Angélique gained national attention on The Voice (France) in 2016 with her rendition of "At Last"

Introducing Vocalist April May Webb

by Sanford Josephson
January 5, 2025

When April May Webb was attending William Paterson University more than 10 years ago, pianist Mulgrew Miller, who was Director of Jazz Studies, came to one of her ensemble classes and played a Sarah Vaughan record. “He kinda was trying to fool me," Webb said. “He didn't tell me who it was, and he asked me, ...