Revered as a torchbearer and storyteller, jazz vocalist Vanessa Rubin lends her voice to the Naples Philharmonic Jazz Orchestra as the ensemble performs popular selections from the jazz repertoire. Rubin possesses a voice hailed for crystalline clarity, hearth-like warmth and playful sass, with influences from her Trinidadian mother and Louisiana-born father. With her multicultural upbringing, diverse influences and wealth of experience, Rubin can seamlessly transition between styles and settings — from the Great American Songbook to bebop and modern jazz — making her a powerful addition to any jazz ensemble.
Vanessa Rubin, vocalist
Luciano Morello, founding producer
Lew Del Gatto, artistic director, tenor saxophone
Randy Sandke, trumpet
Mike Harvey, drums
Chuck Bergeron, bass
Jerry Stawski, co-bandleader, vocals, piano