Amanda Carr

May.21.2013

Amanda Carr

Amanda Carr

Boston based daughter of Big Band vocalist, Nancy Carr and trumpet player, Nick Capezuto (most known for Herb Pomeroy Band), Amanda Carr is a multi-styled vocalist/pianist that began early on in the rock and pop genre, but has in recent years focused on fresh interpretations of the Great American Songbook, following in her parent’s musical footsteps. For over three decades she has recorded and performed internationally, adding her own musical gems as well which have received critical acclaim from a tough bevy of jazz reviewers.

In her national recording debut in 2005, Tender Trap hit the jazz charts at #55 and received 4-stars from All Music Guide. Jazz Review.com donned her “…a first rate vocalist”and she was the feature story by the great Nat Hentoff in The Wall Street Journal in 2007 which catapulted her to global exposure. She is also featured in Nat Hentoff’s upcoming book, “Jazz Ball” expected to hit stores in the Summer of 2009. Among her many performances, she is currently starring in “A Tribute to Peggy Lee and Benny Goodman” with the Everett Longstreth Orchestra., traveling to various states and cities nationwide with a scheduled U.S. Tour in 2008-09.

Amanda frequently is the featured vocalist with The Artie Shaw Orchestra, Harry James Band and has also appeared with the Glenn Miller Band. She has headlined at the EuroJazz festival in Italy along with James Moody and George Mraz. Amanda has composed and performed award-winning music for two PBS documentaries, receiving a National Emmy nomination for “The Story of Golf”, narrated by Jim McKay and recognition for her contributions to “Boston Red Sox: 100 Years of Baseball History”.

In 1999 she was awarded the Videographer Award by the NTA for excellence in Music Composition in addition to 3 Golden Telly Awards. She has dozens of T.V. and Radio commercials to her credit and owns and operates a successful recording studio in the Boston area. Among her own recordings, her eclectic album credits include composing and performing with the late great Dave Guard from the Kingston Trio on his final album “Up & In” and a featured guest on The Old Vienna Kaufeehaus’ album (the 1st of two) featuring New England’s best folk singer/songwriters and is noted in the Smithsonian’s Folk Archives. Amanda released SOON in August of 2007, again with drummer/producer Kenny Hadley, John Wilkins, Bronek Suchanek and Arnie Krakowsky: With international distribution in over a dozen countries, including Japan and the Netherlands, Amanda is planning to support her growing fanship with an overseas tour.

SOON was on Amazon’s Jazz Bestseller list at #2 and was #32 in all CD sales. Her next recording is scheduled to be released in 2009 with the Kenny Hadley Big Band. Stay tuned for recording and release dates.

“ Amanda Carr, a true jazz singer in a time of wannabes. . . she sings and swings with the unaffected confidence of a genuine jazz improviser. Unlike some of the present alleged jazz vocalists, Ms. Carr does not try to imitate a horn. She is an authentic musician in the front line with her longtime colleagues on "Soon" . . .” NAT HENTOFF, from the Wall Street Journal article, 9/5/07

JAZZ IMPROV NYC While a “new standards” movement has been brewing for a while, there are still plenty of musicians guarding and promoting the old chestnuts from the Great American Songbook. Vocalist Amanda Carr is one such person.. and she does so with great style and class.... While the popularity and longevity of these songs is based on their lyrical and musical content, the ultimate success lies in the delivery and Carr proves to be an ace in this department. Dan Bilawsky, September 2007

“Amanda Carr is the real thing, and yes, I would pay to hear her sing the phone book.”… Tai Irwin, The Boston Herald

"Amanda Carr, jazz vocalist, has raised the bar on interpreting the American Songbook! In her fourth excursion as leader, "Soon", she avoids the common practices of excessive scatting, melody altering and emotionalism. Amanda's understated, comfortable approach and shear vocal beauty urge you to keep listening. Beautifully sung, swinging, in tune, with gorgeous phrasing, every track is a praise-worthy tribute to many neglected gems, including the title track "Soon", "Easy Street", "Funny", and "Where Can I Go". Tastefully seasoned with terrific arrangements, outstanding musicians,and a wonderful song selection, "Soon" rises to the top of an ocean of new vocal CDs. If you don't pick it up "Soon", you might be too late." Monica Hatch, Vocalist and Jazz Matinee Host WICN Radio 90.5 FM (npr)

"Soon is worth multiple spins!!" JAZZ USA

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