Gold Coast Jazz Presents
The Joy of Jazz
~ 2023-2024 Jazz Concert Series ~
CYRILLE AIMEE
Celebrating the Art Form of Classical Jazz
and The Great American Songbook
Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | 7:45pm
QUARTET
Improvisation is not just a technique for Grammy Nominated artist Cyrille Aimée, it’s a way of life, one that has not only allows her to share an engaging voice and sparkling creativity with the world but has led her on an unexpected journey. Aimée has been hailed by The Wall Street Journal as "one of the most promising jazz singers of her generation" and called a “rising star in the galaxy of jazz singers” by the New York Times. Among countless accolades, Aimée won the Montreux Jazz Festival Vocal Competition and the Sarah Vaughn International Jazz Vocal Competition.
From the cobblestoned streets of Europe to commanding the spotlight at the world's most esteemed jazz festivals, Cyrille Aimée has navigated an unexpected and thrilling path in the realm of music. An artist unafraid to push boundaries, Aimée has ventured into gypsy encampments in her native France, demonstrating an unparalleled commitment to her craft.
The journey of this musical virtuoso took a pivotal turn when she secured a scholarship at SUNY Purchase, strategically chosen for its proximity to the bustling jazz hub of Manhattan. Here, Aimée honed her skills through weekly performances at a Soho restaurant and Birdland Jazz Club, while also becoming a fixture at Smalls Jazz Club in Greenwich Village. Notably, pianist/co-owner Spike Wilner and saxophonist Joel Frahm became her mentors, guiding her through the rich tapestry of the New York jazz scene.
Says Aimée, “All your experiences, the places you go to, the encounters you have with people, and, of course, your cultural trappings all make you who you are, and who you are makes your music."
On Wednesday, March 13, patrons can immerse themselves in her sense of freedom and authenticity, allowing the music to resonate deeply and inspire them in their own unique ways.
Aimée's accolades include triumphs at the Montreux Jazz Festival Vocal Competition and the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition, solidifying her status as a luminary in the jazz world. Her talent has not only garnered critical acclaim but also opened doors to extraordinary opportunities, such as gracing the illustrious stage of Broadway and facing the discerning audiences at New York's Apollo Theatre. "The freedom jazz offers in the way the music can be interpreted is natural to me. It's where I feel most free," adds Aimée, reflecting on her deep connection to the genre.
Cyrille Aimée's repertoire includes the critically acclaimed "Cyrille Aimée Live" on Mack Avenue Records, praised by The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal in 2018. Always seeking new musical adventures, she swiftly transitioned to her 2019 release "Move On: A Sondheim Adventure," followed by "Just You, Just Me" (2020), "Petite Fleur" (2021), and "I’ll Be Seeing You" (2021).
Tour Personnel
Devon Yesberger - Piano
Max Gerl - Bass
Anthony Fung - Drums
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 | 7:45pm
GRACE KELLY QUARTET
JOY PARTY JAMBOREE
Grace Kelly is an unequivocal musical prodigy, singer-saxophonist-songwriter-composer and band leader that has rocked the jazz world with sold-out concerts, 13 acclaimed albums and a resume that includes performing at the Hollywood Bowl and as part of the house band for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” – all before reaching her mid-twenties.
Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 7:45pm
THE SONGBOOKS
Brian Lynch, trumpeter, brings to his music an unparalleled depth and breadth of experience. An honored graduate of two of the jazz world’s most distinguished academies, Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers and the Horace Silver Quintet, he has received wide acclaim during his long tenures with Latin Jazz legend Eddie Palmieri and straight ahead jazz master Phil Woods. He has also been a valued collaborator with jazz artists such as Benny Golson, Toshiko Akiyoshi, and Charles McPherson; Latin music icons as diverse as Chucho Valdés, Hector LaVoe and Lila Downs; and pop luminaries such as Prince. As a bandleader and recording artist he has released over 20 critically acclaimed CDs featuring his distinctive composing and arranging, and toured the world with various ensembles reflecting the wide sweep of his music. He is Professor of Studio Music and Jazz at the Frost School of Music, University of Miami as well as conducting clinics and workshops at prestigious institutions of learning the world over.
The Gold Coast Jazz Society 2023-2024 concert series promises to enchant and uplift with a fabulous array of incredible, classical jazz that is innovative and creative; some straight-ahead, some variations of old favorites; and some modern interpretations, conducted by a cast of international artists and outstanding local musicians. All concerts will be presented at the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale (MAP) and begin at 7:45pm.
Season subscriptions and single tickets for each concert are now available and can be purchased online. For subscription information and to become a member, go to www.goldcoastjazz.org. Student and teacher tickets are $15 with valid ID. A discount for groups of ten or more is also available.
All Concerts Held At:
The Gold Coast Jazz Society is a not-for-profit organization that is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of jazz music through a mainstage concert series, free community concerts, educational programs, a jazz scholarship program and musical services provided by the Gold Coast Jazz Society Band. For more information go to www.goldcoastjazz.org.
Funding for this organization is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. This program is sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. Concert sponsors include American National Bank, Funding Arts Broward, Helen Ingham Foundation and the Mary Porter Fund of the Community Foundation of Broward.
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