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She is a young jazz singer who has carved her musical path from the lively streets of Washington, D.C., to the heart of the New York jazz scene. Her powerful voice has resonated with legendary figures like Wynton Marsalis, Russell Malone, and Peter Washington, as well as rising stars such as Emmet Cohen and Endea Owens.

The year 2023 marked a career high when she was honored with the prestigious Juilliard Career Advancement Grant following her performance on NPR’s Tiny Desk, where she presented her own arrangement of Timeless Portraits & Dreams by Geri Allen.

A raw talent you need to discover—urgently!