Results for "Singer"

Thana Alexa

Born: March 19

Surprising is the word that perhaps best describes Grammy® nominated vocalist, composer, producer, and jazz festival director, Thana Alexa. An extraordinarily creative force, her 2x Grammy® nominated album ONA (self-release, 2020) was inspired by the cross-generational and cross-cultural stories of the immigrant women in her family and evolved into an exploration of the experiences of contemporary women everywhere. Her music pushes the boundaries of genre with deep seeded roots in jazz and overtones of alternative world music and electronic soundscapes, placing importance on social activism, mental health awareness & uplifting female voices.

Alba Careta

Alba Careta is a jazz trumpeter and singer born in Avinyó (Catalonia) in 1995. After finishing her studies in the Koninklijk Conservatorium in The Hague and the prestigious Conservatorium Van Amsterdam, she returned to Catalonia.

Despite her young age, she has released five albums as a leader: Orígens (2018), Alades (2020), Teia (2023), Udolç (2023), and Panical (2026), where she combines her own compositions with music rooted in Catalan traditions. With these different albums, she has performed in renowned venues and prestigious festivals such as Jazzahead (Bremen, Germany), Saalfelden Jazz Festival (Saalfelden, Austria), Jazzaldia (Donostia, Spain), Bimhuis (Amsterdam, Netherlands), Opus Jazz Club (Budapest, Hungary), the Madrid International Jazz Festival, the Eivissa Jazz Festival… among many others.

Caitlin Frances

Matt Hill and the Classics

Active since: 2017

Matt Hill & The Classics bring the feel-good, real-deal sound of New Orleans jazz, swing, and soul to every stage they hit. Based in Pittsburgh and the Ohio Valley, the band ranges from an intimate trio to a full eight-piece brass band — reading the room and matching the moment, whether it’s a cocktail hour that sets the tone or a dance floor that doesn’t quit.

Led by flugelhorn player Matt Hill, the group draws on the traditions of New Orleans brass bands, the Great American Songbook, Motown, and classic R&B — then delivers it all with the kind of energy that gets people out of their seats. From weddings and corporate galas to swing dances and festivals across Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio, and West Virginia, the band has built a reputation for making every event feel effortless for the people who hired them.

James Artissen

Born: March 28, 1992

Grammy Nominated Singer, Songwriter, Record Producer, and Audio Engineer James Artissen has long considered the name to be central to his life, and identity. It represents the dedication, and the passion towards his craft. Coming from New York, the musician attributes his hometown as a major influence on his style, and sound. Born James Allen Worthy on March 28, 1992 in Queens, New York, James began pursuing music at the age of 16. During that time period James had the opportunity to meet the late great Michael Jackson at Webster Hall in New York City which inspired James to fully pursue a career in the music business. After moving to Atlanta, GA the singer, songwriter, and producers first musical experience was at his high school recording studio through a music mentoring program sponsored by Dallas Austin. His initial foray into music consisted of learning the art of songwriting which later turned into music production shortly after. Artissen was also highly influenced by artists such as: A Tribe Called Quest, Whodini, Kanye West, Miguel, The Weeknd, and Pharrell Williams. While studying those artists he began to teach himself how to sing in 2009. To further his education he attended The Art Institute of Atlanta where he received a bachelor's degree in audio production. This helped him begin working, and placing his work with mainstream acts, and songwriters. 

Sara Filipova

Sara Filipova’s music is deeply rooted in her diverse background in R&B, pop, jazz, and classical music, yet it is inspired by the spirit of groundbreaking singer-songwriters like Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon. In this fluid space between genres, Sara finds her voice—joining a new generation of artists who explore, expand, and redefine musical boundaries.

She has performed on stages across Europe and the U.S., including Chicago’s Wilson Abbey Theatre, and released her debut EP Black and White Café on Bulgarian national TV in 2019. A live radio session for Ö1’s Kunstonntag followed in 2020, along with radio play for her single Alone Together on FM4 and Ö1.

Sofia Moriz

Born: June 12, 2013

Sofia Moriz (b. 12 June 2013, Cape Town, South Africa) is a young South African multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who plays piano, guitar and bass guitar. She began formal piano lessons at the age of six at Hout Bay Music, added guitar at eight and bass guitar at ten, and had progressed to Piano Level 4 by 2025. In 2026 she began preparing Trinity Grade 5 piano repertoire, continuing to develop both her classical technique and contemporary performance skills.

Sofia made her first recording at the age of six, singing and playing piano on “I Would Like to Go to Mars,” inspired by the Faber Piano Adventures series. The recording went on to win the Junior Vocal & Instrumental Music category of Llandudno’s Got Talent in 2020, giving her an early introduction to recording and performance.

Marc Hoffman

Born: April 16, 1961

Marc Hoffman is an composer and performer of jazz, film, concert, theatrical, pop, choral, and gospel music. As a pianist and vocalist, Marc performs 200+ dates per year with a repertoire of original jazz and piano instrumental, and his own arrangements of standards, ballads, and pop. He most often performs with his trio, but works as a soloist and with other ensembles as well, at concerts, festivals, clubs, and other public and private events. Marc’s music has been performed across the US and in the UK and Europe by orchestras, and other ensembles and soloists.

In November 2024, Marc released Telegraph, a concert piece for woodwind trio, which was recorded in Lviv, Ukraine. A string quartet was also recorded in Lviv, by members of the National Philharmonic of Ukraine. These pieces and other concert works are published by Ludwig Masters Publications, and distributed by Alfred Music.

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