A moving tribute tp jazz’s most unique vocalist.
About Clairdee:
“Sassy, solidly assured, crowd-pleasing form. A whole lot of interpretive brilliance.”
–– JazzTimes
“Among the most skilled, appealing singers. Fine songs, beautiful voice, great moves.
–– San Francisco Examiner
About Lady Bianca:
“For the last decade Lady Bianca has been performing her own version of “Pop” Blues to wider and wider audiences”
–– Living Blues Magazine
A Billie Holiday Celebration
A moving tribute tp jazz’s most unique vocalist.
Billie Holiday was unlike any other vocal artist in American popular music. She blazed a heroic path through abusive relationships, prison, and heroin addiction to become the pre-eminent jazz singer of her day. SJW’s tribute to this gifted songwriter and unforgettable singer convenes a stage full of worthy participants: JazzTimes writes of internationally-celebrated chanteuse, Clairdee, “Sassy, solidly assured, crowd-pleasing form. A whole lot of interpretive brilliance.” And gritty, soulful-voiced blues diva Lady Bianca has thrilled crowds singing with artists as diverse as Van Morrison and Frank Zappa. Jazz keyboardist Larry Dunlap is the consummate musical director for this endeavor; he’s been the pianist-of-record for vocal notables Cleo Laine, Mark Murphy, The Pointer Sisters, Country Joe Macdonald and Joe Williams. It’s the ideal convergence of talent and jazz artistry to honor Lady Day.
Personnel: Clairdee, vocals; Lady Bianca, vocals; Larry Dunlap, piano; Smith Dobson V, saxophone; John Wiitala, bass; Leon Joyce, drums
Sunday, July 12
2 p.m.
Dinkelspiel Auditorium
$15/$25/$35