Vocal Jazz Concerts & Live Shows in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles below.
Los Angeles
Upcoming Vocal Jazz Events · Los Angeles
TAWANDA - Jazz & Soul with a Twist
Sat, 27 Jun @ 7:00 PM
Sunday Vocal Jazz Jam Session
Sun, 28 Jun @ 8:00 PM
Seth MacFarlane and his Chamber Orchestra
Tue, 30 Jun @ 6:00 PM
Ty Taylor Presents: Mid-Century Romance Jazz
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
America's 250th Birthday Concert
Thu, 2 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Swing With Legends: The Rat Pack Tribute
Sat, 4 Jul @ 8:30 PM
The Rose Gales Vocal Jam Session
Sun, 5 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Patrick Barnitt and the D. Ben-Jamin’ Orchestra
Wed, 8 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Music from the Films of Wes Anderson
Fri, 10 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Second Saturday Jazz - July Birthdays Show!
Sat, 11 Jul @ 1:00 PM
The Rose Gales Vocal Jam Session
Sun, 12 Jul @ 8:00 PM
Live Jazz Night with RC & Noir
Wed, 15 Jul @ 6:30 PM
GARTH GARCIA sings THE CLASSICS
Thu, 16 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Toots McApplesauce: Only Slightly Misbehaving
Fri, 17 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Jazz Vocal Workshop
Sat, 18 Jul @ 12:30 PM
Nicole Yvette - Debut Album Pre-Release
Sat, 18 Jul @ 7:00 PM
The Rose Gales Vocal Jam Session
Sun, 19 Jul @ 8:00 PM
DREAMSVILLE
Sun, 19 Jul @ 12:30 PM
Advantage Project
Mon, 20 Jul @ 8:30 PM
Brent Fischer Orchestra
Tue, 21 Jul @ 7:30 PM
Terrell Edwards - "Unforgettable"
Wed, 22 Jul @ 7:00 PM
A GOLDEN AGE JAZZ EXPERIENCE LIVE!
Wed, 22 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Terrell Edwards - "Unforgettable"
Thu, 23 Jul @ 7:00 PM
Roberta Gambarini & Tamir Hendelman: Ella Fizgerald Celebration
Thu, 23 Jul @ 7:00 PMSound profile
A vocal-driven, organic sound.
About Vocal Jazz
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
Vocal Jazz events in Los Angeles - FAQ
- What is Vocal Jazz music?
- 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…
- What Vocal Jazz events are in Los Angeles?
- Mood tracks all upcoming Vocal Jazz events in Los Angeles - concerts, club nights, and live shows. The calendar is updated daily with new events across all major venues. Browse the listings above to find tonight's Vocal Jazz events or upcoming shows this week.
- What are the characteristics of Vocal Jazz music?
- Vocal Jazz music scores high on vocality (100%), organicness (95%), valence (55%), and lower on danceability (40%), grit (15%). These qualities shape the typical Vocal Jazz sound at live events and club nights.
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