[JPL] Big Band Singer

[Tetrachord Music]

Yes, Patti Austin would definitely be a great choice with the right band.
We're also high on Jamie Davis, whose full, deep, rich baritone voice has
fronted the later Count Basie Orchestra.  He's a real pro and a warm,
congenial person.  www.jamiedavis.com  As is Jackie Ryan, whose full
contralto voice would be an equally fine choice. She has appeared with
several big bands. www.jackieryanmusic.com The latter two live in the San
Francisco Bay Area and tour extensively at clubs and festivals in the U.S.
and overseas.  

Best,
Larry Vuckovich & Sanna Craig
Tetrachord Music
707-942-9007

> It's interesting in that a few have mentioned Patti Austin. Makes me think of
> the band that will be backing up the singer there....Patti's charts are a bear
> to play. I know she has some of the "Ella" charts and more than likely some of
> the Abene arrangements he did for the Gershwin recording. Whew! If by some
> chance Patti is the choice the band will have to be top of the line to pull
> those arrangements off. Which big band will be backing up the singer? I would
> also recommend Jamie Davis. Wonderful singer and swings hard. He has a great
> feel for big band concept singing and reminds me a lot of how Joe Williams
> approached singing with the jazz orchestra.
> 
> Jae Sinnett 
>