The EFG London Jazz Festival kicks 2019 kicks off next week with the Jazz Voice Gala at the Royal Festival Hall, broadcast live on BBC Radio 3. With Guy Barker and the EFG London Jazz Orchestra at the helm, Jazz Voice brings together a stellar line-up of diverse voices. Read our breakdown of this year’s lineup below!
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Judi Jackson
One of the rising stars in international jazz, Judi Jackson headlined an astoundingly good show at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club this summer.
Cherise Adams-Burnett
Inspired by the lush vocals of Anita Baker and Sarah Vaughan, Cherise Adams-Burnett was announced as Jazz FM’s Vocalist of the Year 2019.
Corinne Bailey Rae
The singer-songwriter from Leeds has a sold-out headline show as part of the London Jazz Fest, but will still be bringing her lilting tones to Jazz Voice.
Cécile McLorin Salvant
An American vocalist of Haitian and French descent, Cécile McLorin Salvant won the Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition in 2010. She won a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album in 2016.
Jalen N’Gonda
Currently based in Liverpool, this talented vocalist has supported the likes of Laura Mvula, Martha Reeves, and Lauryn Hill.
Raul Midón
This singer-songwriter from New Mexico has had back-to-back Grammy nominations in the Best Vocal Jazz Album category.
Urban Flames
Urban Flames are a 22-piece vocal collective formed two years ago by the non-profit organisation Urban Development, committed to musical education among young people.
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Matthew Whitaker
This virtuouso pianist opened for Stevie Wonder at age 10. He has since appeared on The Ellen Degeneres Show and has toured all over the world.
