The uncommon configuration of vocal, trumpet and piano, will sound beautiful with the acoustics of this new venue. Her band includes Erik Jekabson on trumpet and John. R. Burr on piano. Jackie’s show will include the classics from the Gershwins, Duke Ellington, Billy Strayhorn, Benny Goodman, to the Brazilian standards of Antonio Carlos Jobim and will also include surprises of seldom heard gems. Jackie Ryan’s vocals have derived a classic, yet exotic style and sound. Of Mexican, Irish, French, and Spanish decent, Ryan throws her background into her music. She sings in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, and echoes of Sarah Vaughn, Duke Ellington, and Billie Holiday can be heard. Ryan has a magnetic stage presence. Wherever she performs

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