Jeanne O’Connor: The Sweetest Sounds — Exclusive Pre-Release Concert at Caffe Lena – Saratoga Springs, NY

Acclaimed jazz vocalist Jeanne O’Connor presents an exclusive preview of her forthcoming album The Sweetest Sounds in this special one-night-only performance at Caffè Lena.

O’Connor shares music from the new recording before its official release alongside a handpicked repertoire that reflects a lifetime in song, from the Great American Songbook to contemporary classics and original works. The new album takes its title from the Richard Rodgers song that speaks to the artist’s ongoing pursuit of the sounds we can hear but haven’t quite achieved yet.

She is joined by an exceptional ensemble: NYC-based pianist John Di Martino, bassist Todd Coolman, and drummer Bob Halek, with special guest vocalist Amy London, Jeanne’s collaborator in the NYC vocal group The Royal Bopsters. Also joining Jeanne is a guitarist well known to Caffè Lena jazz fans, Dave Stryker. Stryker has appeared several times with Chuck Lamb in his Jazz at Caffè Lena series and with his own group as well. There may be a couple of other surprise guests this evening, as well! 

This intimate performance offers Capital Region audiences a first listen to The Sweetest Sounds ahead of its national release.  CDs and download links will be available for purchase at the show.  

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Jeanne O’Connor is a jazz vocalist known for her nuanced interpretations, deep connection to lyric, and longstanding presence in the New York jazz community. Over a career spanning several decades, she has performed with leading improvisers and developed a repertoire that bridges the Great American Songbook, contemporary composers, and original material.

Over her career, Jeanne has performed at NYC venues such as Birdland Jazz Club, Smoke Jazz & Supper Club, and Blue Note Jazz Club, and has appeared in concerts and clubs throughout the U.S. and abroad.

She has performed at Caffè Lena with a variety of groups, including the The Royal Bopsters vocal jazz quartet, her pop/rock/R&B group Jeanne O’Connor and the New Standard, and her more intimate jazz ensembles.

Her new album, The Sweetest Sounds, reflects a lifelong engagement with song and collaboration, featuring appearances by Randy Brecker, Gil Goldstein, and Dave Stryker.  Now based in Saratoga Springs, she continues to perform, record, and explore the evolving possibilities of jazz singing.

Stream this show live at Caffè Lena TV. Livestream available for $5 – 100% of live stream tickets on CaffeLenaTV benefit the artists. Subscribe for unlimited live streaming, two week access to recent shows, and Caffe Lena’s video archive. 

Note: Caffe Lena does not permit ticket reselling above face value. Tickets purchased for the purpose of resale may be canceled without notice, and refunds for such purchases will not be granted.



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