Juliet Kelly: Divas of Jazz

Acclaimed singer and songwriter, Juliet Kelly presents a tribute to the jazz divas that have inspired and influenced her. This popular show includes favourites from jazz icons Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.

With her distinctive, velvety voice, a love of the classics and a talent for writing charming originals with infectious rhythms and catchy melodies, Juliet’s performances are filled with warmth, humour, pathos and beauty.

The London-based vocalist is one of UK jazz’s hidden treasures. She is a highly original songwriter who draws on a diverse set of influences and has performed with the likes of Courtney Pine, Seb Rochford and Talvin Singh.

Juliet has released 4 albums to critical acclaim with several tracks receiving widespread radio airplay. She has appeared at clubs and festivals throughout the UK and Europe and opened for legendary artists Hugh Masekela, Georgie Fame and Take 6.

“The nuanced warmth of Kelly’s rich, full voice is streets ahead of most of her contemporaries.” – BBC Music Magazine

“One of the UK’s finest singers in any genre.” – Time Out