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Leonisa Ardizzone

Born: December 12, 1968

Raised by Italian opera lovers, Ardizzone began studying music at age 4 – first piano and voice, then violin at age 8 and oboe in high school. In her twenties, she found jazz. While music was her deep love, Ardizzone’s curiosity and zest for life took her on a wild and impulse-driven journey of exploration and learning. Ardizzone has always lived her life in “Yes!” and thus rarely backs down from an opportunity for discovery. She became a biologist and then a science educator, eventually getting a doctorate from Columbia University in International Peace Education. During her studies and subsequent work as a professor and non-profit executive, Leonisa played jazz gigs at New York City clubs including Sweet Rhythm, Iridium, Danny’s, the Duplex, and the Kitano. The Leonisa Ardizzone Quartet formed in 1997 and released two critically acclaimed CDs, Afraid of the Heights in 2007 and the scent of bitter almonds in 2009

Chris Williams

Born: August 9, 1978

Chris Williams has been performing professionally since he was fifteen years old. Now at 28, this Canadian sensation has impressed audiences with his intense passion, vocal proficiency and musical maturity. He has built a loyal following, as his highly entertaining performances are met with great enthusiasm by people of all ages. Chris has performed with world-famous musicians such as Justo Almario (Tolu / Mongo Santamaria), Alex Acuna (Tolu / Weather Report), Mark Massey (Stephane Grappelli / Barbara Morrison), Dr. Scott Tibbs ( famed UCLA Theory And Composition instructor), Charles Small (Barbara Morrison), Dave Markee (Eric Clapton), Paul Donnelly (Jamie Cullum), Osama Afifi (B Sharp Quartet), Terry Landry (Natalie Cole) , Ernie Nunez (Brian Setzer Orchestra), Caleb Quay ( Elton John ) and Steve Crum (Diana Ross). He has also preformed with many rising stars on the international jazz scene such as Lisa Harriton (USC Alumni) , Matt Politano (North Texas Lab Band) , Jillian Lebeck and Kavan Manson (Both Yamaha Rising Star Award winners), Gina Saputo (Tierney Sutton protégé ), Will Cruse (Jeff Hamilton protégé), Justin Ray (Michael Buble) and many others. Born in Calgary, Alberta, Chris began by singing gospel music in his parents’ church as a young boy

Heidi Hepler

HEIDI HEPLER, singer,lyricist and actress grew up in the midwest outside of Detroit in Livonia, Michigan. At the age of nine she began singing in her church choir and studying cello. Always involved in school plays and vocal groups, Heidi would eventually meet and begin advanced vocal training with New York lyric coloratura soprano - Marjorie Gordon, who, lucky for Heidi, had moved to Detroit when her husband, the great violist Nathan Gordon became first violist with the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Heidi spent time in Los Angeles where she worked with the renowned vocal coach Seth Riggs. Theater and voice studies were continued with the University of Michigan Opera Theater at Interlochen National Arts & Music School.

Karl Paul Frierson, II

Born: January 8, 1968

KARL FRIERSON Recording Artist Songwriter Actor Vocal Coach Performances Daily Lama Tour Frontman/De-Phazz Europe/Eastern Europe/Siberia The Madchick of Soul Frontman Mercedes McLaren F1/DTM Montreal Int�'l Jazz Festival Frontman/De-phazz Montreal Canada Death By Chocolate Tour Frontman/De-phazz Europe/ North America Musicals/Theatre People Rob GERI Music Human Pacific Danny GERI Music The Fantastics Matt Stage 13 Streamers Carlyle Stage 13 Shake Rattle & Soul Vocalist/Dancer Six Flags Over Georgia The Nutcracker Spanish/Russian Georgia Ballett Company Night On Broadway Singer/Dancer Georgia Ballett Company Movies/Television/Music Videos The Truth About Charlie Featured Vocalist Universal Pictures True North Featured Vocalist Worldwide Hero Dead and Gone Featured Vocalist Worldwide Say a Little Prayer Featured Vocalist Europe/North America Discography Daily Lama* Universal Music/Jazz Death By Chocolate* Universal Music/Jazz Say a Little Prayer UCMG Fantasy Jive/Tolbox Music Do You Want Me Jive/Tolbox Music Hero Dead and Gone** Edel/UCMG/Mole Listening Pearls Jazz Music Edel/UCMG/Mole Listening Pearls Training/ Skills Bachelor Of Musical Arts Vocal Performance and Instruction/Theatre Vocal Music Classical, Jazz, Blues, Soul, Pop, Gospel, Rock Training Hampshire University/ Gilliard Davis School Of Music Acting Training NC School of the Atrs Faculty, William Hutton, Maggie Glover Dance Jazz, Tap, Ballett; Modern, Break Elements Instrumental Music Percussions, Piano, Trumpet Specialaties Team sports, Driving, Modeling,Character Voices, Dialects *Charted Album **Charted Single

Jamie Cullum

Born: August 20, 1979

Jamie Cullum was born on August 20th, 1979 in Rochford, United Kingdom. Having weathered a non-stop, whirlwind schedule for the past two years, dynamic British singer, songwriter, and pianist Jamie Cullum could have easily taken some well-earned time off in 2005. The 26-year-old's Verve debut, Twentysomething, was a worldwide smash last year, selling over two million copies (including nearly 400,000 in the States) and garnering a Grammy nomination. But instead of cooling his jets and catching some ZZZs, Jamie kept doing what he loves best: Making music, and recording a new album, Catching Tales. "I was so ready for it," Cullum recalls of crafting his sophomore set

Tommy Gearhart

Born: September 21

Tommy Gearhart, jazz crooning vocalist, originally hails from the Greater Detroit area in Toledo, Ohio and now calls Albuquerque, New Mexico his home. Tommy has learned his trade at the feet of legends in the jazz scene. Called an emerging “young lion” by those in his industry, Tommy is young and creative, with unique spins on an age-old tradition. Though Tommy's performances cannot escape being compared to greats such as Tony Bennett, Johnny Hartman, Sinatra, and Harry Connick, Jr., he has developed his own unique style - It integrates an honest, traditional approach with utmost respect to the melody and lyrics, along with tasteful, heartfelt jazz phrasing that is best summed up by veteran jazz pianist, John Clark - "I've never heard anyone phrase with as much feeling as Tommy, since Sinatra, Nat [Cole], or Hendricks

Josephine Livoti

Josephine Livoti is a versatile jazz vocalist based in New York City. She began her career in music as an alto member of the New York Choral Society. There she developed a love for the works of Bach, especially hearing his compositions improvised in jazz settings. Her well-rounded repertoire includes songs from the Great American Song Book and compositions by jazz and Brazilian masters. Josephine's voice is warm and rich in tone and she delivers her lyrics with clarity and soulfulness. Josephine's vocal influences include Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Billy Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Carmen McRae, Sarah Vaughan, Betty Carter and Brazilian vocalist Elis Regina

JP Miles

This Southern DIVA from Houston,Texas Is described as an extraordinary singer with a no nonsense attitude. Deep voiced and emotional JP Miles Sings with a life affirming energy and emotional intensity found in few other female vocalists. J P released her debut CD in 1995, which featured the title track Just In Time. As A performer, she has charmed, and entertained crowds at many venues around the world amassing a global audience from USA to Russia, and from Europe, to Asia. JP has entertained for many Japanese traditional Chapel weddings, and receptions. JP is not only great on the stage, but she is all so great Behind the scene

Dina Blade

Born: November 27, 1954

Dina Blade is a singer with a relaxed sense of time and swing who spent her early childhood watching old cartoons with jazz soundtracks and has been enthralled with the music ever since. An effervescent performer with a devotion to the timeless songs from the 1930s and 40s Great American Songbook, Dina has has graced stages in the U.S., Canada, Europe, Cuba and Brazil. As an American jazz vocalist, Dina’s recording of “Indian Summer” is regularly featured on Nationally Syndicated Music Choice Radio. Herself a dancer, Dina’s most recent cd was recorded for dancers with her quintet Swingin’ in the Rain and includes fresh interpretations of swinging classics like the title track “Shall We Dance”, “Night and Day”, “The Best Things Happen While You’re Dancing” and other great songs. In addition to her skills as a vocalist, Dina is also an accomplished guitarist and tap & swing dancer

Bluestreet Jazz Voices

The BlueStreet Jazz Voices is a unique, 20-voice vocal jazz ensemble backed by an outstanding jazz trio. The ensemble is dedicated to adventurous, broad-scale, musical exploration of vocal jazz. The 20 member ensemble has developed an audience following that has sold out venues including the Triple Door and Tula’s. For more information on the group and its upcoming appearances, call 206-361-5726 or visit www.bluestreetvoices.com.