Black Voices: Songs of Nina Simone plus Emily Saunders
Tickets: £20.50 / £18.50 (£10)
Students & Under 26s: £10
An exciting performance by two top UK acts, working in the medium of jazz/gospel/soul genres - not to be missed!
Europe’s finest all-female a cappella quintet Black Voices present their powerful homage to Nina Simone at this incredible event.
Plus Emily Saunders “queen of UK jazz-fusion” brings her most powerful work to date.
Black Voices:
Black Voices are artists in residence at Warwick Arts Centre and their unique repertoire draws on spirituals, traditional African, Caribbean and English folk songs, jazz, gospel, pop and reggae.
They said:
“Nina Simone is an artist whose uncompromising stance for social inclusion could not be more relevant in today’s climate. Black Voices had the honour of supporting her in concert many times - come and hear extracts from their Nina Simone show which allow us to explore and celebrate her great legacy in a totally new way”.
"Spine-tingling vocal performances and esteemed, expert musicianship."The House That Soul Built
"Their shows have an eclectic mix to suit everyone, drawing on the singers’ classical, African and Caribbean roots while highlighting them as musicians as well as vocalists."Express & Star
Emily Saunders
Dubbed “UK’s queen of jazz-fusion”, critically acclaimed vocalist, songwriter and producer, Emily Saunders takes any stage by storm, through her spellbinding set of original songs.
A prolific and supremely talented songwriter, Emily balances vocal virtuosity and adventurous musicianship of the highest order - infectious songs reflect on the fragility of people and the strength of connectivity, all with an irresistibly catchy pop sensibility that sees her voice dance around stunning tunes, effortlessly weaving its way into the listener’s soul.
“A real powerhouse - she really does do it all! A lady who’s been causing havoc on the live circuit”Simon Phillips JazzFM
“She is a fascinating artist on stage and just a wonderful world of hybrid musicianship and I am here for it.”China Moses, JazzFM
“Absolutely Brilliant”Jamie Cullum on BBC Radio 2
Connects Music
This evening has been brought together by ConnectsMusic. With music community at its core, created by Founder/Director Emily Saunders, ConnectsMusic serves as a fast-growing music industry platform, with 1000+ Connects Artists Pages, presenting their online identity all in one place.
Including music sales, streaming, and stories for audiences to connect with, plus editorials, gig listings, a directory of 1300+ music venues, and music industry resources. Emily sits on the Musicians Union Executive Committee and is the Board Director of Association of Independent Music.
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