April Varner Quartet – Past Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Competition Winner

Award Winning NYC-based jazz vocalist and composer, April Varner, has often been described as a “direct, authentic singer…”, demonstrating “vocal dynamism… authentic jazz phrasing…electrifying numbers…” and possessing a “profound command of deep scat and vocalese…” (Marilyn Lester, The New York City Jazz Record).

Winner of the 2023 International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition, April will share selections from her upcoming sophomore album, “Dear Ella & Frank: A Love Letter” , set to be released in Spring 2026. These unreleased sneak peeks , along with arrangements from her debut album, “April by April Varner” will have you smiling from ear to ear! She will share the stage alongside Luther Allison on Piano, Jonathon Muir-Cotton on Bass and Max Marsillo on Drums.

Shows at 7 & 9:30pm