Catherine Russell in Jazz Concert at Ritz Theatre and Museum in Jacksonville, FL March 10, 2017
Catherine Russell is a native New Yorker, born into musical royalty. Her father, the late Luis Russell, was born in Panama, emigrated to New Orleans and then New York City, becoming a legendary pianist/bandleader/arranger/composer and Louis Armstrong’s long-time collaborator and musical director. Her mother, Carline Ray, was a pioneering bassist/guitarist/vocalist and holder of advanced degrees from Julliard and Manhattan School of Music, who performed with international Sweethearts of Rhythm, Mary Lou Williams and Ruth Brown.
It is no surprise based on her pedigree, Catherine Russell is a one-of-a-kind musician and vocalist. A graduate of American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Catherine toured the world, performing and recording with David Bowie, Steely Dan, Cyndi Lauper, Jackson Browne, Michael Feinstein, Levon Helm, Paul Simon and many others.
In 2012, Catherine Russell won a Grammy Award for her appearance as a featured artist on the soundtrack for the HBO TV series Boardwalk Empire. Her sixth album, Harlem on My Mind, was released in September 2016, on the Jazz Village label and received a Grammy Nomination for Best Jazz Vocal Album.
Tickets are on sale now and are available at the Tom Bush Family of Dealerships Box Offices located at the Ritz Theatre and Museum and the Veterans Memorial Arena, all Ticketmaster outlets, Sun City Events & Entertainment offices, charge online at www.ticketmaster.com.
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