Results for "Vocalist"

Elli Fordyce

Born: March 31, 1937

Originally from Manhattan, Elli Fordyce is a highly accomplished vocalist and actor. She has performed all over the New York Metro area and other U.S. and North American cities, including an appearance in the New York Cabaret Convention and in various festivals. Elli also has numerous acting credits: Film — September 12th, TV — Cappelle's Show, and Live Theatre — Guys & Dolls. Prior to returning to New York 32 years ago, Elli took time away from her musical journey. The first was to devote herself to family, and unexpectedly, the next after a devastating accident on a snowy highway en route to a gig when the car carrying her quartet and equipment crashed into a disabled truck

Eleonor England

Born: February 13, 1974

Elissa Lala

Born: April 30, 1958

If one had to describe the jazz vocal style of Elissa Lala in just three words, they would be passionate, evocative and distinctive. The daughter of a professional trombonist, Elissa Lala grew up in Philadelphia and began singing professionally at the age of five. By the time she was in her early teens, Elissa was doing background vocal sessions at Philly’s then explosive Sigma Sound Studios. Although heavily influenced by R&B, she’d be quietly singing Michel Legrand’s “You Must Believe in Spring” while walking the Philly streets to that all girl Italian high school. Cleo Laine’s rendition of the ballad hit her hard

Ellen Demos

Born: May 6

I was born in Boston Massachusettes. My early education included formal training in voice and classical piano. In my early twenties I found I had more interest in blues and jazz then the classics and began working with various jazz and ethnic ensembles in the Boston area. This included exposure to Indian music both classical and fusion and African drumming and dance. I later became interested in Brazilian music and worked in the New England area fusing jazz and Brazilian influences. I also worked in improvisational theater at that time. In 1979 I moved to Los Angeles and continued studies in vocal technique, composition and arranging

Elaine Miles

Born: January 19

Thanks so much for stopping by ~ I came to Southern California from Connecticut, cutting through the backyards of Iowa, with a side trip to Austin, Texas, picking up more music on the way. My songs and I travel all over the world, learning more and growing with every interpretation. Jazz is my love and life is my influence. Want to make me smile, just ask me to sing some Monk. Hope to meet you at a gig really soon...

Eddie East

Born: January 15, 1960

Deborah Abrams

Born: May 20

"A sensual and confident Jazz singer, Deborah Abrams' voice enters your ears and targets your soul. Taking San Diego by storm, she stands out as a Jazz and Blues dynamo performing live at every opportunity. She can belt out a tune half way to the moon, or whisper so low you nearly fall off your chair to catch each heavenly note. Whether in a stage play, at a wedding, or in a piano bar, once she comes on stage all eyes are on her. This Jazz vocalist has garnered critical acclaim for her extensive repertoire of songs in addition to her own compostions. Don't miss this swinging and hip new vocal

Debra James Tucker

Born: September 7, 1953

The unique style of Debra James Tucker has been molded by gospel and classical influences as well as jazz. She has performed with on tour with Michael Bolton and Jester Hairston. She has toured Europe with the opera Porgy and Bess and been in concert with countless jazz artists.

Dana Paul

Born: February 20, 1950

Dana Paul Jazz Quartet A major player in the Florida music scene, Dana Paul selected 2001 Florida Music Awards 'Best Jazz Artist' and in 1999 he was voted Reader's Choice Best Local Jazz Performer. Dana Paul - Where it all began Born on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, Dana Paul grew up in a musical family. His dad was much in demand as a tenor sax man in the Boston area, and his mom copied the arrangements for society gigs. By the age of 13, Dana's family moved to Miami and he began playing trumpet in the junior high school band. During this same period Dana's stage acting chops were developing under the tutelage of drama teacher and school counselor, Janet Dean. Dana is also featured vocalist with S

Daniel Barnett

Born: February 7

DAN BARNETT Dan Barnett was born into music being the son of the legendary Sydney Bassist Cliff Barnett he began his musical life as a Trombonist studying with greats such as James Morrison, Conrad Herwig, Bruce Paulson, Dan Barrett, Don Burrows,George Golla and Steve Turre. He quickly developed a love for singing and has since studied with much respected Sydney teacher Patricia Oertel and with the legendary Mark Murphy, Mike Campbell and Miles Griffith. Dan has worked and recorded with some of the greats in Australian and world music such as James Morrison,Will Calhoun, Tom Burlinson, Barbara Morrison, Mark Murphy, Bob Barnard, Dan Barrett, Tom Baker, Bob Montgomery, George Washingmachine, Emma Pask, Judy Carmichael, Janet Seidel, Don Burrows, George Golla, Evan Christopher, David Paquette, Judy Bailey, Rhonda Birchmore, Kevin Hunt and “The Australian Art Orchestra” production “Testimony” the Legend of Charlie parker and is a permanent member of The legendary Unity Hall Jazz band and Blues Point Jazz vocal group as well as being a renowned bandleader of both big band and small groups