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Called "one of the great voices of today," by Jonathan Schwartz, Alexis Cole has been compared to classic jazz singers such as Sarah Vaughan and Anita O'Day. She's performed with the Boston Pops and New York Philharmonic on stage at venues from Avery Fisher Hall to the Kennedy Center. She records for Motéma Music, NY, Chesky Records, NY and Venus Records, Japan. Her nine recordings, which feature musical luminaries such as Fred Hersch, Eric Alexander, Matt Wilson, Harry Pickens, Don Braden and Pat LaBarbara, have received high praise in the jazz press and are spun on radio world-wide. In addition to her many performances on great stages, Alexis can be seen at top jazz venues like Dizzy's Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center, Birdland, The Jazz Standard, Blues Alley, and Billboard Live, Tokyo. Cole is the recipient of a Swing Journal Gold Disk award, and was a winner of the NY Jazzmobile and Montreux Jazz Festival vocal competitions, and a finalist of the Sarah Vaughan Competition. Alexis studied voice and piano at the University of Miami and William Paterson University, and holds a Masters of Music from Queens College. She has also trained in Indian Classical singing at the Jazz India Vocal Institute in Mumbai. She heads the Jazz Voice Program at SUNY Purchase and also teaches privately and at City College. She performs and conducts master classes around the world.

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Alexis Cole Comes to 54 Below Next Month


Experience the captivating performance of Alexis Cole at 54 Below on May 21. Dive into an evening of enchanting jazz music by this renowned artist.

Photos: AS TIME GOES BY: TIMELESS TUNES at Rose Theater Brings Cabaret Convention 2023 To A Close


Conoro Weiss gives Broadway World readers another beautiful photo flash of the Mabel Mercer Foundation's Cabaret Convention.

Photos: Backstage at the Concluding Night of The Cabaret Convention


BroadwayWorld was behind the scenes at the final night of the Cabaret Convention hosted by artistic director KT Sullivan.  Klea Blackhurst presented Billy Stritch with the Donald F. Smith Award.  

Coltrane Revisited with Jimmy Greene, Greg Osby, and More to Play Birdland This Month


Check out the details on all jazz programming at Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater running September 18th - October 1st here!

Westchester Collaborative Theater to Present BOTH SIDES OF JONI with Vocalist Alexis Cole & Pianist Monika Herzig


Join Westchester Collaborative Theater for a special program of Joni Mitchell's music, arranged by pianist Monika Herzig, and performed in a jazz infused format. Vocalist Alexis Cole will be joining in this cabaret-style tribute to Joni Mitchell. Don't miss this unique musical experience on September 8-9. Get your tickets now!

2023 Inaugural Carmel Jazz Fest Set For August


The Festival will feature more than 30 acts – including some of the best bands in the business, headlined by Spyro Gyra and featuring nationally celebrated talents such as Evelyn Champagne King, Dave Bennett Quartet, Freddie Fox and Tim Cunningham.

Westchester Collaborative Theater's MUSIC IN THE BOX Series to Feature Return Appearance By Alexis Cole


On Saturday, April 29, Westchester Collaborative Theater (WCT) will feature internationally renowned jazz vocalist, Alexis Cole at 7:30pm. The theme for the evening will be “Girl Talk: Music of Women Songwriters from The Great American Songbook and Beyond.”

Inaugural Carmel Jazz Festival Set For This August


The inaugural Carmel Jazz Fest is scheduled for August 11 and 12, 2023, in Carmel, IN. The two-day festival will feature 30+ international, national and regional jazz, R&B and blues acts across eight stages throughout Carmel, including The Palladium, The Tarkington, Carmel Gazebo, Carter Green, The Studio Theatre, Midtown Plaza, Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael, Jazz on the Monon and pop-up performances.  The event includes an upscale art market, beer, wine and food vendors.

National Jazz Festival Vocal Jazz Summit Returns To The Z


 The Z (Zeiders American Dream Theater) has announced the return of the internationally renowned Vocal Jazz Summit. The Vocal Jazz Summit brings together emerging and established artists, industry leaders, and vocal jazz fans for a unique, intensive weekend dedicated to performance, connection, and education.

Monika Herzig & Janiece Jaffe to Release 'Both Sides of Joni'


Both Sides of Joni is a reimagined set of Joni Mitchell's music arranged by pianist Monika Herzig, interpreted by award-winning vocalist Janiece Jaffe, and recorded with a group of renowned jazz musicians including Greg Ward on saxophone, Jeremy Allen on bass, Carolyn Dutton on violin, and Cassius Goens on drums with guest bassist Peter Kienle. 

Alexis Cole, Peter Cincotti, and More to Play Birdland Jazz in November


From November 1 through 13, Birdland Jazz Club will present a variety of programming including Django Reinhardt NY Festival, Nicole Zuraitis, Alexis Cole, Peter Cincotti and The Purchase Latin Jazz Orchestra Directed by David DeJesus. 

Birdland Jazz Club And Birdland Theater Announce Thrilling November 2022 Lineup


Birdland Jazz Club and Birdland Theater are open this November with a full slate of nightly performances! 

10 Alexis Cole Videos Good For Every Day, Not Just SUNDAY IN NEW YORK: GREAT SONGS OF A GREAT CITY at Chelsea Table + Stage


Jazz entertainer Alexis Cole is set to play Chelsea Table + Stage and Broadway World is in the YouTube Machine, gearing up for her club date.

Alexis Cole to Present SUNDAY IN NEW YORK at Chelsea Table + Stage


New York’s newest hotspot for intimate dining and extraordinary music – will present Alexis Cole, the celebrated jazz vocalist and pianist,  in her new show “Sunday in New York: Great Songs of a Great City” on Sunday, June 26 at 7:00 PM.

Florida Studio Theatre Announces Cast for All-New Musical Revue VINTAGE POP!


Florida Studio Theatre is returning to live performance with Vintage POP!, da brand new musical revue exploring the evolution of popular music from the 1920s to the 1980s. Created by Carole J. Bufford, Vintage POP! is FST’s first live theatrical production since it was forced to shut down in mid-March of 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

JazzVoice.org: New Educational Website Launches


International award-winning jazz recording artist Alexis Cole launches JazzVoice.org, a new website for singers worldwide – from passionate amateurs to emerging professionals – that connects vocal students with professional jazz vocalists and skilled jazz educators for unique virtual vocal classes. Singers at every level are welcome at JazzVoice.org; the only requirement is a love for the craft.

BWW Previews: Jim Caruso's Pajama Cast Party Continues Starry Lineup On June 15th At 8 PM


Jim Caruso's Pajama Cast Party Continues Starry Lineup Each Week

BWW Feature: Melissa Errico Among Artists Showcased Online The Week of May 2


Melissa Errico Among Artists Showcased Online The Week of May 2

BWW Feature: Schedule Of Streaming Events Starting Wednesday, April 22nd


Schedule Of Streaming Events Starting Wednesday, April 22nd

BWW Feature: April 17 Weekend Schedule of Online Musical Events And More


BWW Feature: April 17 Weekend Schedule of Online Musical Events And More

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