Jazz aficionados in New York City were recently treated to an unforgettable musical journey as the extraordinary Nnenna Freelon took the stage at Dizzy’s Club for six consecutive sold-out performances. The acclaimed vocalist, celebrated for … Read More
The Swingles: Vocal Magic Preview in Twin Cities
This past Friday night, the Twin Cities experienced a taste of something truly special: a collaborative performance preview featuring the internationally acclaimed a cappella group, The Swingles, alongside the Minnesota-based ensemble Cantus. Prior to their … Read More
Nnenna Freelon Unveils New Original Music in Groundbreaking PBS NC Feature
For four decades, Nnenna Freelon has captivated audiences worldwide with her extraordinary voice and masterful interpretations of jazz standards, earning seven Grammy nominations and gracing the stages of the world’s most prestigious venues. Now, in … Read More
Nnenna Freelon Featured in Hour-Long PBS-NC Special
Mark your calendars! Award-winning vocalist and composer, Nnenna Freelon, will be featured in an hour-long special on PBS North Carolina (PBS-NC) on February 27th. This special broadcast is part of the new Shaped by Sound music series, showcasing the … Read More
NNENNA FREELON ANNOUNCES NEW ALBUM “BENEATH THE SKIN” AND 2025 TOUR DATES
Acclaimed vocalist and composer, Nnenna Freelon, is set to release her highly anticipated new album, Beneath the Skin, on Origin Records on March 21, 2025. The first single from the album, “Dark and Lovely,” will be … Read More
DIVA Jazz Orchestra Celebrates Maurice Hines with “Tappin’ Thru Life”
The DIVA Jazz Orchestra is set to honor the life and legacy of show business icon Maurice Hines with a revival of his award-winning, autobiographical show, “Tappin’ Thru Life.” This high-energy production will feature the … Read More
The Swingles Dazzle on FOX 4 and Prepare for a Spectacular Show at the Eisemann Center
The holiday season is in full swing, and what better way to celebrate than with the enchanting harmonies of The Swingles? Recently, this Grammy-winning a cappella group graced the set of FOX 4’s “The Ten,” … Read More
Mike Casey’s “The Beauty of Everyday Life” Makes State of Jazz’s Best of 2024 Playlist
Acclaimed Jazz Musician Earns His Fourth Spot on the Coveted List Jazz aficionados, rejoice! Mike Casey has done it again. The renowned saxophonist and composer has earned a spot on State of Jazz’s coveted “Best … Read More
Syndee Winters Takes 2nd Place at the Sarah Vaughan Competition!
Big news! Our incredibly talented Syndee Winters just won 2nd place at the renowned Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition! Syndee wowed judges Christian McBride, Lisa Fischer, Terri Lyne Carrington, Madeleine Peyroux, and Bill Charlap … Read More