Known as one of the world’s leading jazz singers, Stephanie Nakasian will take you on a fantasy swing voyage, fresh and authentic that transcends the Great Ladies of Song in both tribute and originality. Some of her accomplishments:

-15 Albums as Lead Artist

-17 Albums as Guest Artist

– Headline performances – Kennedy Center, Lincoln Center, Northsea Jazz Festival, Jazz Party At Sea Cruise, NC Jazz Festival, to name a few

– Touring jazz vocalist since the mid-80’s, to include 2 years performing with the Jon Hendricks Group.

Lovell Bradford is a Jazz Pianist who calls upon influences from gospel, jazz and R&B. He studied Music at Central State University in Wilberforce Ohio. He has shared the stage with such musicians as Branford & Wynton Marsalis, Wes Anderson, Slide Hampton and Jennifer Holiday.

The mission of the Heart of Carolina Jazz Society is to promote and increase public knowledge and understanding of jazz through performance and educational activities. We are committed to involving minorities through diverse programming, outreach and involvement on our Board. We are dedicated to presenting excellent guest jazz artists as well as running a fine community/volunteer jazz orchestra.