Based in Vancouver, this trio features Lesley Branton (vocals), Tamami Maitland (piano) and Emilio Suarez (bass). Influenced by an array of artists and genres, this trio is passionate about sharing their love of music. Having met via Vancouver’s vibrant music scene, these musicians have melded their talents, and together have produced a unique and uplifting sound. Lesley is a versatile vocalist, who grew up listening to artists including Carole King, James Taylor, Bonnie Raitt and Joni Mitchell. Also inspired by the Peggy Lee records her parents would play, and the timeless voice of Ella Fitzgerald, Les set out to follow her dream of becoming a professional singer. Les recently had the pleasure of recording a rendition of “Speak Low” at The Palace Studio, produced and engineered by Bill Buckingham, alongside: Jennifer Scott – acclaimed vocalist and jazz pianist and Rene Worst – respected bassist, producer, and educator. Tamami has an extensive jazz education from Berklee College of Music (MA, USA) and Capilano University. She has developed her unique musical style that blends various genres such as jazz, pop, R&B, and soul. Musician and composer, Emilio completed his studies and was awarded his bachelor of music in Jazz Studies at Capilano University. Emilio’s style is a dynamic range from jazz and bebop to contemporary, classical, and pop. The Lesley Branton Trio plays a variety of jazz standards and Bossa Novas which are as diverse as their audiences.
July 24th: The Lesley Branton Trio
