ELLA FITZGERALD, also known as the First Lady of Song, Queen of Jazz and Lady Ella, was an American jazz and vocalist with a range spanning three octaves, noted for her purity of tone, impeccable diction, phrasing and intonation, and a “horn-like” improvisational ability, particularly in her scat singing. Upon hearing her voice, CAT DA SILVA’S audiences have often been reminded of the sweet vocal styling of Ella Fitzgerald. Cat’s specialty lies in the jazz standard, with a sprinkling of novelty tunes, bebop, and Latin standards.
LIONEL HAMPTON was a renowned jazz vibraphonist, pianist, percussionist and bandleader. Hampton’s musical career spanned 60 years, ranking among the great names in jazz history, he worked witha who’s who of jazz musicians, from Benny Goodman and Buddy Rich to Charlie Parker and Quincy Jones. This tribute to Lionel Hampton features internationally renowned jazz vibraphonist/mallet percussionist BRYAN CARROTT who performs, records and tours extensively.
