EVENT CANCELLED
Cancelled: Duchess
Tue, 31 Mar, 7:30 PM EDT
Doors open
5:30 PM EDT
Jazz Standard
116 East 27th St., New York, NY 10016
EVENT CANCELLED
Description
The year 2020 will mark five years since the release of the self–titled debut album by Duchess. Fortunately for us, the trio of Amy Cervini, Hilary Gardner, and Melissa Stylianou has not only stayed together but also toured internationally and released two further albums, Harmony For The Holidays and Laughing At Life. Reinvigorating the vintage swing and seamless harmonies of the Boswell and Andrews Sisters, Duchess’ mandate is serious fun—superior musicianship with plenty of verve and more than a touch of whimsy. As Amy Cervini put it: “There’s a big wink in what we do, a mix of levity and sincerity.” Join the fun tonight, as we celebrate a new Anzic Records CD by Duchess – recorded live at Jazz Standard!
Amy Cervini, Hilary Gardner, Melissa Stylianou - vocals
Jesse Lewis – guitar
Michael Cabe – piano
Matt Aronoff – bass
Jared Schonig – drums
Jazz
Duchess
Duchess
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In a remarkably short amount of time, Duchess has developed a major reputation as a leading vocal trio. Inspired by vocal groups like the Boswell Sisters and the Andrews Sisters, Duchess boasts tight vocal harmonies that are both technically challenging and easy on the ears. Rather than performing straight takes on the classics, however, their arrangements are uniquely tailored for their voices and 21st century tastes. The New York-based threesome featuring Amy Cervini, Hilary Gardner and Melissa Stylianou made its debut on record with the eponymous Duchess in 2015, followed by the critically acclaimed Laughing at Life released by Anzic Records in February 2017. Sure-footed swing, sweet-toned harmony and ever-insouciant charm, Duchess is well known for their sense of humor and playfulness, so be prepared to let loose and have a good time.