Nicole Zuraitis & Luxembourg Jazz Orchestra
Nicole Zuraitis & LJO
Nicole Zuraitis is a GRAMMY® winning and 4X GRAMMY-nominated jazz singer-songwriter, pianist and arranger, New York-based bandleader, and winner of the prestigious 2021 American Traditions Vocal Competition Gold Medal. With a “heart as big as her remarkable voice,” (Jazz Police), Nicole is a trailblazing artist who is redefining vocal jazz, earning her a place as one of the top artists and "prolific songwriters" (Broadway World) to watch in jazz and beyond.
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As a recording artist, Nicole has released five albums as leader, and her sixth album How Love Begins, co-produced with eight-time GRAMMY-winner Christian McBride (2023), features all original music and was awarded the GRAMMY for BEST JAZZ VOCAL ALBUM. In addition to leading her quartet, Nicole performed and recorded with the Birdland Big Band as premier vocalist before taking off as a large ensemble leader of her own, co-producing the Dan Pugach Big Band and guesting for major European big bands.
Nicole Zuraitis. and her husband, renowned drummer, composer and big band leader Dan Pugach, will be at Artikuss for a concert with the Luxembourg Jazz Orchestra.
The Luxembourg Jazz Orchestra (LJO) is a dynamic ensemble that breathes life into the heart of Europe's musical landscape. Born from a shared passion for innovation and improvisation, this collective of exceptionally talented musicians converges to create a sonic tapestry that transcends boundaries.
The LJO has shared the scene with many famous artists like Michel Camilo, Bob Mintzer, The New York Voices or Freddy Cole to name but a few.
