Soaring, poetic, quick silver, spontaneous and instantly identifiable are words used to describe the soprano sound of saxophonist Jane Ira Bloom. She has been developing her singular voice on the soprano saxophone for over 45 years. She is a pioneer in the use of live electronics and movement in jazz. Winner of the Guggenheim Fellowship […]
Brazilian Voices, a non-profit organization, is a women’s vocal ensemble that performs at cultural community and philanthropic events. Brazilian Voices aspires to incorporate the best of Brazilian culture throughout the world. The group evolved out of a vocal technique workshop organized by Beatriz Malnic and Loren Oliveira in 2001. Since then, these two musical directors have brought together a cast of devoted women, […]
WDNA is proud to announce February's Jazz Encounters featuring pianist, band leader, composer, and recording artist Allen Paul performing in WDNA’s intimate Jazz Gallery. Known for genre-crossing arrangements, and a spirit of connecting audiences with the moment, he brings a feeling of joy and wonder into every performance. Allen will be joined by Brandon Lee Lewis on drums, and Mikailo […]