THURSDAY SUMMER SPECIAL! Concert Tickets ONLY $10 Table Seating. Bar Seating $7. Plus mention "Duke Ellington" to your server and receive 2 FOR 1 DRINKS ALL NIGHT (with entree purchase). Enjoy Jazz saxophone playing at it's very best. By one of the very best: DIDIER LABOSSIERE. with Jim Petullo-piano, Agustin Conti-bass, Goetz Kujack-drums. A Great Night of Live Jazz! Featuring songs by Saxophone Giants: Charlie Parker, Sonny Rollins, John Coltrane, Grover Washington Jr, Stan Getz and more... "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! The Ultimate Value. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. Open for Dinner from 5:30-9:00. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. Full dinner menu available at the tables and at the bar. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:15-6:45 Pre-Concert Set with Jim Petullo at the Solo Grand Piano. 7:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:15 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more or for any other issues booking your party please call us so we can personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. DIDIER LABOSSIERE was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Miami, Florida. The son of Haitian immigrants, Didier’s heritage is deeply rooted into his music, from the jazz sounds of Chicago to the Caribbean and Latin sounds of Miami, which had a major influence on his musical development. Didier fell in love with music at the age of six. He began his music education in high school under his mentors Ralph D’ Ovidio and Ed Manina at North Miami Senior High. After high school Didier continue to perfect his craft and study under many musicians such as Gary Keller, Richi Perri, Neal Bosanti, Mike Rossi and Randy Emerick. Soon after, Didier began his professional career with the cultural group Koleksyon Kazak, a Haitian roots band that blended Jazz with traditional Haitian country music. An aficionado of diverse sounds and styles, Didier has played with bands that range from Bebop, Jazz, Urban, Tribal Funk and R&B with various bands such as the Jazz Five, The John Chapman Jazz Ensemble, The Baboons, Drummer Duffy Jackson and Joey Gilmore. Didier also was the lead and front man of his own band called D-Jazz Funk. Throughout his career Didier has had the opportunity to perform with the legend David Lee Roth of Van Helen, the world renown organist Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Mike Longo of the Dizzy Gillespie Band. Didier has been with the Valerie Tyson Band for 17 years and is currently the musical director of the band.
Melissa will be performing with Special Guest DIDIER LABOSSIERE on Saxophone along with Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, Rashaad Greene-drums. Don't miss this Wonderful Performance by this Talented Young Artist. MELISSA LAWRENCE is one of the most Versatile, Soulful, Passionate Vocalists on the music scene today. She is also a songwriter, recording artist, theater performer and musician. This young lady can deliver a song with so much Joy and Emotion. All That Jazz is so excited to have her with us on what will definitely be a Wonderful Night of Diverse, Live Music including songs by: Dionne Warwick, Paul McCartney, Frank Sinatra, Billy Joel, Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, Alicia Keys, Bob Dylan, Tracy Chapman, Marvin Gaye, Anita Baker and more... ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT". The Ultimate Night Out * The Ultimate Value. Concert Tickets $15 Table Seating. $10 at the Bar. Full dinner menu available at the tables and at the bar. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. MELISSA LAWRENCE is a singer, songwriter, recording artist and musician with a passion for the performing arts. She graduated from Florida State University where she studied Theatre and earned a Degree in Creative writing. Melissa has worked with Heartbeat Entertainment as an opening act for gospel legends, including Cece Winans, Shirley Ceasar, Erica Campbell and Sandi Patty. She is dedicated to connecting with others as she spreads love through her music. Didier Labossiere was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Miami, Florida. The son of Haitian immigrants, Didier’s heritage is deeply rooted into his music, from the jazz sounds of Chicago to the Caribbean and Latin sounds of Miami, which had a major influence on his musical development. Didier fell in love with music at the age of six. He began his music education in high school under his mentors Ralph D’ Ovidio and Ed Manina at North Miami Senior High. After high school Didier continue to perfect his craft and study under many musicians such as Gary Keller, Richi Perri, Neal Bosanti, Mike Rossi and Randy Emerick. Soon after, Didier began his professional career with the cultural group Koleksyon Kazak, a Haitian roots band that blended Jazz with traditional Haitian country music. An aficionado of diverse sounds and styles, Didier has played with bands that range from Bebop, Jazz, Urban, Tribal Funk and R&B with various bands such as the Jazz Five, The John Chapman Jazz Ensemble, The Baboons, Drummer Duffy Jackson and Joey Gilmore. Didier also was the lead and front man of his own band called D-Jazz Funk. Throughout his career Didier has had the opportunity to perform with the legend David Lee Roth of Van Helen, the world renown organist Dr. Lonnie Smith, and Mike Longo of the Dizzy Gillespie Band. Didier has been with the Valerie Tyson Band for 17 years and is currently the musical director of the band.
Enjoy "JAZZ VOCALS AT IT'S VERY BEST" with the Wonderful Wendy Pedersen. Performing with added guest FELIPE LAMOGLIA on saxophone and THE ALL THAT JAZZ TRIO. Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, Aaron Glueckauf-drums. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets $15 * The Ultimate Value. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. Wendy Pedersen is one of South Florida’s favorite performers. Her high-energy vocal delivery, with deep, convincing emotion has been impacting audiences for many years. Wendy got her Master's degree in Jazz Performance from Florida International University and is a graduate of the University of Miami’s Studio Music and Jazz Vocal program. Wendy has won many awards including the Southern Bell/Pace “Jazz Artist of the Year” and a Miami New Times “best vocalist”. Leonard Pitts of The Miami Herald said, “when she sings, her voice an elegant melismatic instrument, evokes the standard emotions, yes, but deeper longings and muted desires.” She has toured the globe as a featured soloist both on her own as well with other artists, and has headlined festivals in The United States, Madrid, Spain and Russia. Wendy is also a highly sought after studio singer and has recorded for or performed with artists such as Shakira, Gloria Estefan, Jennifer Lopez, Christina Aguilera, Arturo Sandoval, Rita Moreno, Alejandro Sanz, Julio Iglesias, Enrique Iglesias, James Brown and countless others.
The Brass Evolution’s “CALIENTE CONCERT & SHOW" presents a mix of styles ranging from traditional to contemporary and jazz infused Latin music. This band ignites the stage with their infectious rhythms, sizzling beats, authentic cross-over Latin vocals and passionate performances. Get ready to hear some great music and if you wish dance the night away! 5:00-8:30 Open for Dinner. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. 7:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets: $28 Table Seating. $23 at the bar. Full dinner menu available at tables and at the bar. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more or for any other issues please call ALL THAT JAZZ so we can personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821.
Enjoy a Wonderful Evening of Live Jazz Featuring YVETTE NORWOOD-TIGER in Concert with FELIPE LAMOGLIA on Saxophone and THE ALL THAT JAZZ TRIO performing Classic Love Songs, Latin Favorites, Jazz & Pop Standards and so much more. With Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, Joe Smith -drums. Concert Tickets: $15 Table Seating. $10 at the bar. Full dinner menu available at the tables and at the bar. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. Yvette Norwood-Tiger is an award-winning jazz vocalist, recording and international touring artist, songwriter, Recording Academy voting member, and founder/director of the Palm Beach International Jazz Festival. Yvette is a Detroit, Michigan native who hails from a family of musicians. Yvette performs with vocally clean and pure interpretations, while emphasizing intonation and storytelling. Her vocal styling and texture are often compared to that of Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. In addition to jazz standards, her repertoire includes the Great American Songbook, standards, bebop, and Latin jazz. She also performs jazz songs in other languages. In addition to her original jazz compositions, her recordings feature music from great composers such as Cole Porter, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, John Coltrane, Dexter Gordon, and others. Yvette’s CD, LOVE IS, stayed on JAZZWEEK'S charts for over sixteen weeks. Yvette's newest CD, AUTUMN SUN, is a grand tribute to the forefathers of bebop, including Wayne Shorter, Dizzy Gillespie, Thelonious Monk, and others.
Enjoy A Night of "Real Live Jazz" at it's Finest. Featuring DAVID FERNANDEZ on saxophone & DEREK SIMS on trumpet with Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, John Yarling-drums. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets: $15 Table Seating. $10 at the bar. Full dinner menu also available at the bar. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821.
Enjoy a Great Night of "Real Live Jazz" Featuring Derek Sims on Trumpet and Derek Janoff on Saxophone Performing Together with Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass and Rashaad Greene-drums. Featuring some "Spooky Titled Jazz Songs" including: Old Devil Moon, The Night Has A Thousand Eyes, Speak No Evil, Witchcraft, Mack The Knife, That Old Black Magic, Witch Hunt, Bewitched Bothered and Bewildered, and more.... ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets: $15 Table Seating. $10 at the bar. Full dinner menu available at tables and at the bar. The Ultimate Value. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. DEREK SIMS is an in-demand trumpeter, pianist and educator, in the South Florida music scene. Mr. Sims has had the privilege of performing with such artists as Benny Golson, John Pattitucci, Freda Payne, Danilo Perez, Gerald Wilson, Arturo Sandoval, Bob Mintzer, Paquito D’Rivera, Jon Faddis, Ingrid Jensen, Bobby Shew, Randy Brecker, Bobby Watson, Pancho Sanchez, Wynton Marsalis, James Moody, Ron Miles, Martha Reeves, and many others. While living in Portland, OR Mr. Sims judged at the many jazz festivals in the Pacific Northwest area. He was on the faculty of the Mel Brown Jazz Camp from 2003-2017. Concurrently, Mr. Sims was the Director of Jazz at the Metropolitan Youth Symphony from 2004-2015. He also was an Adjunct Professor of Jazz Trumpet and the Jazz Band Director at Portland State University from 2013-2018. After these two stints Mr. Sims started PJAZZ (The Portland Jazz School), and coached jazz combos from 2018-2021. After moving to South Florida in 2022, Mr. Sims maintains a private studio of jazz improv students and is working as a jazz director at the Coral Springs Charter School, and a music coach at the Somerset Silver Palms Charter School. DEREK JANOFF is one of the wonderful South Florida up and coming young Jazz musicians on the scene today. He recently graduated from University of Miami's prestigious Frost School of Music and is now performing and teaching throughout South Florida.
Enjoy a Wonderful Concert featuring one of South Florida's Premier Vocalists Lisanne Lyons. Performing Derek Sims on Trumpet and THE ALL THAT JAZZ TRIO: Jim Petullo - piano * Michael Kolber- bass * Joe Smith - drums. A Special Evening of The Great American Songbook, Latin Favorites, Beautiful Ballads and more. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE * "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" * The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets $15 Table Seating. $10 at the Bar (Full dinner menu available at the bar) Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. The Ultimate Value. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are available before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more or if your having any other issues booking your table please call us so we can personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Dr. Lisanne Lyons is a jazz vocalist, pianist, guitarist, arranger, composer, clinician, adjudicator and conductor. Her career began immediately following high school as the featured vocalist (guitar/flute) for three Air Force bands (Norad Command Band, Travis Air Force Band of the Golden Gate, and the U.S. Force Academy “Falconaires”) During this time she performed throughout the US and Canada at various jazz festivals and major concert venues. Upon separation from the Air Force, she would attend the University of Miami School of Music and receive several DownBeat “Dee Bee” awards: two for Best Jazz Vocal soloist, one for Best Jazz Arrangement, and two "Dee Bee'" awards as director of UM's Extensions. She was also invited to be a featured performer with Joel Grey on the NBC televised Orange Bowl half-time show, “You’ll Get a Kick Out of Cole” on NBC. Cy Coleman also selected her to replace Monica Mancini for the national tour of his Tony award-winning “City of Angels”. Dr. Lyons has also performed with several big bands: Woody Herman Orchestra, Maynard Ferguson Big Bop Nouveau, Arturo Sandoval, Larry Elgart Big Band, University of Miami Concert Jazz Band, Michael Berkowitz - Gene Krupa Tribute Band, Artie Shaw Orchestra, Harry James Orchestra. Lisanne has performed with many jazz luminaries such as: Maria Schneider, Bobby McFerrin, Mark Murphy, Jon Hendricks, Ed Calle, Duffy Jackson, Jim Pugh, Gary Burton, John Hart, Bucky Pizzarelli, Ken Peplowski, Brian Lynch, Harold Jones, Four Freshmen, and many others. She recorded two solo CD’s, “Right as the Rain," featuring the music of Harold Arlen and “Smile” with the John Toomey trio. Lisanne Is currently the founder and director of Jazz Vocal Studies at Florida International University. She teaches jazz voice, vocal pedagogy, improvisation, arranging, piano and directs the award-winning FIU Jazz Vocal Ensemble.
If you have not listened to Jorge Garcia's recent recording STILL CROSSING, here is a chance to catch him live performing songs from both albums, CROSSOVER and STILL SROSSING. Don't miss this Extra Special Night and Celebration Concert! Concert Tickets $20 at tables. $15 at the bar. Full dinner menu is available at tables and at the bar. ARRIVR ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 6:00-9:00 Open for Dinner. Arrive anytime you like. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:00-9:00 Open for Dinner 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert. There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. Guitarist Jorge Garcia's intense passion for his instrument is immediately visible and equally audible through his soulful original compositions. Impeccable, melodic solos and supportive, rhythmic guitar work are Garcia's trademarks and are always a joy to experience. Jorge Garcia has performed with great talent the likes of: Tony Bennett, Richie Cole, Patti Page, Andrea Bocelli, Othelo Molineaux, Candido Camero, Cecile Mclorin Salvant, Ed Calle, Bryan Lynch, Ignacio Berroa, Jon Faddis to name a few. Jorge has also performed with pop artists such as Enrique Iglesias, Trini Lopez, The Drifters, The Flamingo’s with Terry Johnson, Bobby Riddell, and many more. Garcia has recorded with Athenas Jazz Art, Carlos Oliva, Pete Minger, Richie Cole; his 2005 release The Sound of Strings with Federico Britos and his recent recording “The Color of Notes” with Israel “Cachao” Lopez, actor Andy Garcia, and the great Vibraphones Chuck Redd. Jorge is in the recording “Voyage” featuring Eddie Gomez, Mitchell Camilo, Ignacio Berroa and Giovani Hidalgo, Hot Club of The Americas with Gonzalo Rubalcaba, Cecile Mclorin Salvant, Atonio Adolfo. Garcia Crossover recording featured on Vintage Guitar Magazine and his last release 2022 Dedicated to You reviewed on Downbeat magazine and many others favorable reviews.
JOIN US THIS FRIDAY for a Special Night Celebrating and Performing the music from the 1960's Brazilian Jazz Collaboration of Antonio Carlos Jobim & Astrud Gilberto. Featuring Beatriz Malnic in Concert with guest Phil Fest on guitar and THE ALL THAT JAZZ TRIO: Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, Rashaad Greene-drums. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets: $15 Table Seating. $10 at the bar. Full dinner menu also available at the bar. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. Beatriz Malnic is a Brazilian-American vocalist, vocal arranger, classical pianist, and Co-Director of Brazilian Voices. She arrived in the United States in 1996. Beatriz is a renowned interpreter of Bossa Nova and Samba and has performed and recorded with artists such as Al Di Meola, Nestor Torres, Toquinho, Chico Buarque, Roberto Menescal, Duduka da Fonseca, jazz pianists Mike Renzi and Mike Orta, saxophonist Harry Allen, and bassist and producer Don Wilner, among others. In addition to her work as a performer, Beatriz is an active educator, offering vocal master classes and coaching vocalists at institutions such as the Brazilian Music Institute at the University of Florida, L’Auditori in Barcelona, Spain, Ignacio de Loyola Church in the Vatican, and at the 2011 Haiti Jazz Festival. Beatriz is the Co-Founder and Co-Director of Brazilian Voices, a 30-member all-female vocal group based in South Florida. The non-profit organization performs both locally and internationally.
Enjoy an Great Night of Live Music Featuring Jazz Singer VIVIAN ORTEGA Performing with THE ALL THAT JAZZ TRIO: Jim Petullo-piano, Michael Kolber-bass, Joe Smith-drums. Enjoy American and Jazz Standards, Classic Love Songs, Latin Favorites, Pop Hits and more.... ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. "IT'S YOUR TABLE ALL NIGHT" The Ultimate Night Out! Concert Tickets $15 Table Seating. Bar Seating $10. Full dinner menu available at tables and at the bar. Enjoy 3 Sets of Live Music Including 2 Featured Concert Shows. The Ultimate Value. If you have any difficulty booking a table for the size of your party give us a call and we will personally assist you. Call 954-572-0821. Thank you. 5:30-9:30 Open for Dinner. ARRIVE ANYTIME YOU LIKE. Full Dinner Menu, Drinks and Desserts are served before and during the show. 6:30 Pre-Concert Set by The All That Jazz Trio. 7:30 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert 1st Set. 8:30 Intermission. 9:00 SHOWTIME: Featured Concert "Bonus 2nd Set". There is no minimum if you are having dinner with us. There is a $20 minimum per person if you are not having dinner (drinks, appetizers, desserts). For parties of 7 or more please call us so we can meet your needs. Call 954-572-0821. Vivian Ortega is an award-winning vocalist, musician, and educator. She is an accomplished jazz, latin, and contemporary music artist recognized for her musical versatility who has impacted audiences and garnered respect and praise for her artistry, musicianship, and improvisational skills across genres. She holds a BM and MM degree in Studio Music & Jazz Vocal Performance from the University of Miami Frost School of Music, and throughout her time at UM, earned five DownBeat awards. Throughout the years, Vivian has performed and/or recorded background vocals with some of the top names in the music industry, including Juan Gabriel, José José, Cristian Castro, Jon Secada, Gloria Estefan, Dionne Warwick, Patti Austin, Dave Grusin, Bruce Hornsby, Carmen Bradford, Kevin Mahogany, Eliane Elias, and many more. She has toured internationally and performed on worldwide television specials and award shows like the Billboard Latin Music Awards and the Latin Songwriters Hall of Fame La Musa Awards, and has been a part of major and indie label studio sessions, music videos, voice overs, and productions. Aside from being a performing artist, Vivian is also an accomplished music educator. Over the years, she has taught voice, piano, and music theory thru her private studio and at Miami-Dade College, the University of Miami, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and has directed award-winning jazz, latin and contemporary ensembles. Vivian Ortega has been songwriting and producing in recent years and is working on original music for future release. She is a supporter of arts education and other philanthropic causes, and as she continues her work as an artist and educator, she is committed to continuing and expanding her support for them on and off the stage.