Excellence in Jazz is celebrating the women of jazz all month during Women's History Month. Tonight we shine the spotlight on vocalist Veronica Swift.
At age 29, Veronica Swift has established herself as an elite jazz vocalist. She can swing and scat like nobody else. She has already graced the cover of Downbeat Magazine and has performed and recorded with jazz luminaries Wynton Marsalis, Chris Botti and Benny Green.
- Although Swift hails from the rich tradition established by Ella Fitzgerald and Anita O’Day, she’s developed a unique voice with a fresh approach. Veronica credits her mother and father, both professional musicians, with setting her firmly on course for her present trajectory.
- Touring as a guest vocalist with trumpeter Chris Botti has given Veronica exposure beyond her pure jazz base.
- Serving the integrity of the song was instilled in Veronica by her father, pianist Hod O’Brien and her mother, jazz vocalist Stephanie Nakasian.
