CAMILLE THURMAN with the darrell Green Quartet

Remember the name, Camille Thurman. As an accomplished composer, esteemed saxophonist, vocalist, and unique interpreter of the jazz tradition, she is quickly becoming one of the leading standard bearers of the art form, making a considerable and dynamic contribution to the legacy of jazz while paying tribute to its heroes. Camille is known for her distinct musical approach to classic and original repertoire that highlights her powerhouse ability as both a virtuosic saxophonist and vocalist.

For more information on Camille Thurman, please visit www.camillethurmanmusic.com.

Innovative master drummer, Darrell Green is one of the leading, most sought after masterful drummers on today’s jazz scene. As a prolific sideman, bandleader, educator, clinician, composer and producer, Darrell developed his mastery in the heart of Oakland, California. He developed a style rooted in modern post-bop, but retains elements of his gospel and classical lineage. As a soloist, Green is known for his effortless, masterful technique and captivating rhythms that bring the music to life, taking audiences on a spiritual journey.

For more information, visit www.darrellgreen.net.

SAGE

SAGE, the all women’s jazz, blues and contemporary ensemble has dared to rise to this historic place in music with a sound that transcends time and generation. Part contemporary, part sassy, part nostalgic, these ladies deliver what every music audience is looking for, the best in the art.

SAGE features Charisa The Violin Diva on violin/vocals, Taylor Moore on drums, Yayoi Ikawa on keyboard, Jordyn Davis on bass and Sweet Lee Odom on soprano and alto saxophone. The group has also featured many other talented musicians, namely Lakecia Benjamin, Tia Fuller, Ragan Whiteside, Mala Waldron, Bernice Brooks, Camille Thurman, Kim Clarke, Miki Hayama, Endea Owens, Chelsea Baratz and Kersten Stevens.

SAGE has headlined at major Inaugural Balls honoring President Obama, Major League Baseball All Stars Games & World Classic in San Diego, JAZZMOBILE, The Waldorf Astoria, The Schomburg Center, The African Burial Ground, the Martha’s Vineyard Jazz and Blues Summerfest and more.

SOUNDS OF A&R aka S.o.a.r.

AWARDED and named “Best Jazz Group” at the 2019 NYC Reader’s Jazz Awards at Birdland Jazz club, Sounds of A&R aka S.O.A.R is the brainchild of vocalist April May Webb and trumpeter Randall Haywood. Partners in music and life, April May and Randall have come together creating a distinct sound blending trumpet and the voice in perfect rapturous harmonies. April May received her Bachelor’s degree at William Paterson University studying under the late great Mulgrew Miller. Randall received his Master’s degree at The Juilliard School in New York City.

In 2022 S.O.A.R. won “Best Message Video” for their music video “The Skin I’m In” at the 38th Annual Songwriters’ Association Competition (SAW) in Washington D.C. In 2021, April May took Second Place at the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition presented at The New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark, New Jersey.

Spring 2023 found the band touring Fiji, Tonga, and the South Pacific, representing The United States as U.S. Cultural Ambassadors while participating in the American Music Abroad 2022 & 2023 initiative. Sounds of A&R’s success can only be a direct reflection of their love of music & their mission to take the listener on an artistic journey through an array of colors. Pulling inspiration from the deep love they have for one another, S.O.A.R. expresses that love through beautifully crafted compositions with fresh innovative arrangements that, pun intended, SOARS.

UPTOWN ROYALTY NYC (URNYC)

Uptown Royalty NYC (URNYC) is truly a new musical phenomenon created by sensational seasoned stage veterans, the husband/wife duo, Jodi Music & Ron Renaissance.

Graduates of LaGuardia School of Music and SUNY Purchase, URNYC features an array of originals and classic cover songs spanning a wide variety of genres to create their unique sound called Latin Jazz and Soul. This fresh, new exhilarating sound fusion combines the best attributes of each genre creating a sonic landscape that’ll keep you dancing all night long! Uptown Royalty has two bands, an English band that covers all genres and a salsa band.