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Vocal jazz emerged in the early 20th century as singers began applying improvisational techniques and blues-inflected phrasing to the Great American Songbook and popular standards. Find upcoming Vocal Jazz concerts in London below.
Upcoming Vocal Jazz Events · London

Emma Smith, Georgia Cécile, Natalie Williams, Jamie Safir

Georgia Cécile, Jamie Safir, Flo Moore, Luke Tomlinson

Emma Smith, Jamie Safir Trio, Flo Moore, Luke Tomlinson

The Rat Pack, David Alacey, Tim Harwood, Jim Whitley

Plumm, Adiba, Nandi

Ewan Bleach Quartet

Olly Mux

Isabella Hallia

Stephen Triffitt

Janette Mason, Jo Harrop

Janette Mason, Jo Harrop
Sound profile
A vocal-driven, organic sound.
Vocal jazz emerged in the early 20th century as singers began applying improvisational techniques and blues-inflected phrasing to the Great American Songbook and popular standards. Typically centered on the human voice as a primary melodic instrument, it often utilizes accompaniment from a piano trio, solo guitar, or a full-sized big band. The genre is characterized by swung rhythms, sophisticated harmonic structures, and a frequent use of scat singing, allowing for deep emotional expression and rhythmic flexibility. Emotionally, it spans from the intimate and melancholic atmosphere of torch songs to the vibrant, high-energy mood of swing-era showstoppers. It maintains a close semantic relationship with traditional pop and blues while serving as a foundational pillar for modern contemporary jazz.
Also known as: Jazz vocals, Jazz singing
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