Elkhart Jazz Festival Elkhart Tickets - The Lerner Theatre

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Davina and The Vagabonds

2 concerts

Davina Sowers, born in Minnesota, is known for her Americana style blending neo-soul and Great American Songbook influences. As leader of "Davina & the Vagabonds," they deliver retro, lively performances with standout musicianship. Praised by Rolling Stone and American Songwriter, she's a distinctive vocalist celebrated at the Monterey Jazz Festival and beyond.

Yellowjackets

10 concerts

Yellowjackets, a jazz fusion band from the U.S., blends funk, R&B, and smooth jazz. Notable hits include "And You Know That." They earned Grammys for R&B and Jazz Fusion performances. Key members have included Robben Ford and Bob Mintzer, collaborating with legends like Mike Stern and Luciana Souza.

Emmaline

4 concerts

Nashville-based vocalist, violinist, and songwriter Emmaline blends jazz, pop, and funk. Known for smoky vocals, she opened for Chaka Khan and won Spotify’s Best Vocal Jazz 2023.

Nao Yoshioka

1 concert

Nao Yoshioka, a Japanese soul singer, fuses modern elements with traditional soul, inspired by Sam Cooke. She's performed globally at venues like Blue Note NY and Jazz Cafe London. Known for her powerful voice akin to Aretha Franklin, she was the first Japanese artist to hit No. 32 on the Billboard UAC chart. Her collaborations include Jon Batiste and Nathan East. With over 4.5 million YouTube views, Nao captivates worldwide audiences while bridging cultures through her heartfelt music.