Results for "Great American Songbook"

Lua Hadar

Born: June 21

Lua Hadar is a multi-lingual vocalist, emcee, comedienne, songwriter, independent producer and arts educator. Her signature “jazz without borders” brings songs from different styles and languages into the jazz idiom. She peppers her cosmopolitan jazz with funny stories, connecting the global dots between her cultural and theatrical influences and her songs. Lua has charmed audiences at venues and international festivals from San Francisco to Hollywood to New York to Paris to Italy to Bangkok.

Independently produced by her own New Performance Group, Lua has released three albums with her band Twist, as well as a live concert film, Like A Bridge. Her first original music video, Our Common Humanity, premiered at the 2018 International Arts Festival in San Francisco. She released her second original music video, Saudade, in May 2020. Lua’s recordings appear on iTunes, Youtube, Google Play, Pandora, Spotify, Amazon, and most digital services.

Ben Jones

Born: July 27, 1982

Ben Jones is an award-winning singer, comedian, storyteller and actor who has appeared in front of audiences worldwide. He's shared the spotlight with the likes of Rita Moreno, Michael Tilson Thomas, Frederica von Stade, Nathan Gunn, Isabel Leonard, Helmuth Rilling, Michael Morgan, Val Diamond and the Bang on a Can All-Stars.

Ben’s versatile voice has been featured on recordings on the Albany, Naxos and Delos labels, on A Prairie Home Companion, on the soundtracks for the best-selling video game franchises Halo and Civilization, and on commercials for Coors Light and Meow Mix.

M T Glass

M.T. Glass ♪ Performer, Entertainer, Master of Ceremonies

MT Glass played his first professional gig in 1974. [He’s no longer a “weekend warrior” and limits his bookings primarily to private events and repeat performances for long-time clients -ed].

Looking for an elegant piano performance for your cocktail hour? A small jazz combo for your private party? Ceremony music for your wedding? A swinging big band for your dancing pleasure? Karaoke night, or popular songs performed by your favorite artists? Trying to decide among a piano player, band or DJ?

Dennis Melillo

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Juliet Ewing

Born: May 14, 1979

On SEPTEMBER 12th, 2025 Juliet Ewing releases her ALL Gershwin vocal jazz album produced by Tedd Firth who plays piano on several tracks with arrangments and piano by  Ron Drotos (Piano) David Finck (Bass) and Mark McLean (Drums). A celnbration of Gershwin's most famous tunes, with hidden gems along the way. Streaming on all platforms.

On November 7th 2025,  Juliet Ewing celebrates her newly  released  all-Gershwin ALBUM, “Simply 'S Wonderful-The Magic of Gershwin,” at Chelsea Table and Stage in New York City. This show highlights her exceptional ability to blend jazz and cabaret, offering fresh and innovative interpretations of Gershwin's timeless classics. Backed by a trio of seasoned musicians and led by Music Director and Arranger Ron Drotos.

Shraddha Pai

Shraddha Pai is a musician and vocalist whose repertoire spans cross-cultural genres including classic jazz and swing, Bollywood, and Paris Café, among others. Growing up in the Middle East, India, and Canada exposed her to a mix of musical and cultural influences and languages, which shapes her international style and repertoire. 

Shraddha’s voice has been described as being versatile, ranging from silken smooth to brassy, with a classic quality belonging to the Jazz Era. She brings an authenticity to interpreting song, which creates a strong connection with audiences.

Natalie Jacob

Natalie Jacob, a native Angelino, spent her high school summers working as an usher at the Hollywood Bowl, where she first heard many of the jazz greats and immediately fell in love with the music. Her upcoming debut solo album, Sooner or Later, showcases her warm, inviting vocals on jazz standards, bossa nova and selections from the Great American Songbook. Produced by Scotty Barnhart, GRAMMY (c) Award-Winning Director of the Count Basie Orchestra and Associate Professor of Music at Florida State University, the album features pianist Tamir Hendelman, GRAMMY (c) Award-winning bassist Carlitos Del Puerto, drummer Clayton Cameron, guitarist Anthony Wilson, and percussionist Kevin Winard.

Marla Lewis

Born: June 2, 1950

Marla Lewis, New Jersey-born singer/songwriter, grew up listening to Ella Fitzgerald, big band, folk music from around the world, the Beatles, Laura Nyro, Carole King, James Taylor, Michael Franks, and Phoebe Snow, to name a few.  For 25 years as an elementary school teacher, she began writing educational and fun songs for children. One of them, "Leap of Faith," co-written with Nancy Schimmel, appeared on a Grammy-winning children's album in 2011, entitled, ALL ABOUT BULLIES...BIG AND SMALL.  

Marla has just released a new single, TE QUIERO A TI, both in English and in Spanish, on May 23, 2024. Independentartistbuzz.com says,” TE QUIERO A TI has an irresistible groove and ambiance and beautiful vocals from Marla Lewis. The sophisticated arrangement features flute, piano, acoustic bass, electric guitar, drums, and rich backing vocals."  Think Bossa!