Samara Joy‘s concert marked the highest-grossing performance in the International Festival of Arts & Ideas’ 29-year history.
Last Wednesday night, Samara Joy and her band delivered an amazing show at the International Festival of Arts & Ideas in New Haven. With the support of community leaders like Roslyn Milstein Meyer and Babz Rawls Ivy, Joy showcased her dynamic vocals and carefully composed arrangements at College Street Music Hall, making it the most successful show in the festival’s history. The Grammy-winning artist, who rose to fame through viral videos, demonstrated her musical versatility by blending jazz classics, original compositions, and songs by her bandmates.
Highlights from the Performance:
– Joy performed songs like “Reincarnation of a Lovebird”, “Now and Then”, and “Linger Awhile”.
– She encouraged the audience to dance along to “No More Blues”.
– She praised the city of New Haven and its pizza.
– She ended the night with a final song, “Guess Who I Saw Today”.
Joy’s heartfelt gratitude towards her inspirations, family, and fans was evident throughout the concert, captivating the audience with her powerful voice and engaging storytelling. The night ended with attendees dancing and grooving together, inspired by Joy’s infectious energy and undeniable talent.”
Arts & Ideas Executive Director Shelley Quiala’s comments on the show:
Joy’s expression of delight and disbelief about her life and rise to fame between songs:
Joy’s gratitude to her musical influences, family, and audience:
