Fri, Aug 23
|Palo Alto
Clairdee with Larry Vuckovich
The vivacious San Francisco-based jazz vocalist Larry Vuckovich calls Madame Silk, due to her smooth, silky velvety sound. Larry and Clairdee have close musical chemistry presenting standards, blues and Brazilian. In addition to Clairdee and Larry, Buca Necak on bass,Jeff Minnieweather on drums
Time & Location
Aug 23, 2024, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Palo Alto, 640 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301, USA
Guests
About the event
5PM tickets, doors open at 5pm, show at 6:30pm. for 8pm tickets, 8pm doors open, show starts at 8:30pm
Clairdee, one of the top jazz vocalists in the US, is named Mme. Silk by Larry Vuckovich due to her smooth, silky velvety sound. She and pianist Larry Vuckovich have close musical chemistry presenting classic standards, blues and Brazilian. Clairdee will be performing with Larry Vuckovich on piano, Buca Necak on Bass, along with Jeff Minnieweather on drums.
Clairdee, is celebrated for her sophisticated and heartfelt interpretations, brings a unique blend of elegance and warmth to the stage. Rooted in the rich tradition of jazz, she draws inspiration from iconic figures such as Sarah Vaughan and Carmen McRae, yet her style remains distinctly her own. Her career highlights include collaborations with renowned musicians like Ken Peplowski and the Count Basie Orchestra, and performances at prestigious venues such as Yoshi’s in Oakland and the Monterey Jazz Festival. Clairdee's voice is characterized by its velvety timbre and dynamic range, allowing her to convey a wide spectrum of emotions with grace and authenticity. Beyond her captivating performances, she is also a dedicated educator, passionate about preserving the legacy of jazz and mentoring the next generation of musicians.