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Detroit Queens of Jazz Jiana Hunter| Sheila Landris| Kymberli Wright | Sky Covington
March 25, 2023 @ 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
$35Detroit Mi – Precious Night Events, Unlimited Sky Production & The Preservation of Jazz Presents recognizing Women’s History Month is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Keeping with such a commemorative tradition. The history of women in jazz in Detroit is rich and meaningful with so many textures and stories. We have put together a night to listen to some of those amazing stories through jazz songs, poetry and jazz music. The Out of the Mouth Music Series will feature four Detroit Queens of Jazz at the Greater Detroit Community Outreach Center March 25, 2023.
Jiana Hunter
is a multi-genre vocalist, songwriter, and arranger specializing in jazz, soul, Gospel/Praise and Worship, classical and musical theatre
facebook.com/jianahuntermusic
Sheila Landis
is a seven-Time Detroit Music Awards “Outstanding Jazz Vocalist” Winner, along with being recognized for “Outstanding Traditional Jazz Group” and “Outstanding Jazz Composer” (co-winner with Rick Mantle)
https://sheilalandis.com
Kymberli Wright
Vocalist Kymberli Wright, who is also the lead singer for the Grammy nominated all female jazz group “Straight Ahead” has fluidly gravitated between, soul, jazz and rock and now house music throughout her career without breaking a sweat.
WWW.KYMBERLIWRIGHT.COM
Sky Covington
Sky Covington and her collaborators are the best of the best in Detroit jazz and proud to be a part of The Preservation of Jazz and the Out of the Mouth of Jazz Music Series. Whether it be a slick set of beloved standards such as Avalon, Tenderly, Love for Sale, a bank of original jazz poems and improvisations, or an educated tribute to the legends that paved the way such as Billie Holiday and Abbey Lincoln, a Covington show will leave your heart full and your ears delighted.
skycovington.net
Partnered with Bridget Green, owner of Precious Night Event Supper Club and paired with The Rub BBQ 313 and Sugar Rim (mobile bar). The evening will be a royal treat. Queen Aduni will host the show. An all star band will accompany the vocalist.
Gayelynn Mckinney on Drums
http://www.gayelynnmckinney.com/
Pamela Wise on Keys
https://pamelawisemusic.com/bio
Darrell Smith on Up Bass
https://www.facebook.com/DarrellpeanutSmith/
Tickets are on sale Now. Doors open at 7 P. Show time 8 P. at Greater Detroit Community Outreach Center. 20062 John R St, Detroit, MI 48203.
Ticket Link
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-preservation-of-jazz-precious-night-event-ft-detroit-queens-of-jazz-tickets-502761582427
For more information: 248.383.3385 Nicole Freeman. skycovington.com
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