Three-time Grammy winner Samara Joy is set to dazzle audiences at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center on May 13, 2025, with an intimate concert featuring songs from her latest album, Portrait.
The 23-year-old vocal sensation has captivated fans worldwide with her rich, velvety voice and precociously refined talent. Samara’s music is a masterful blend of classic jazz and youthful vibrancy, drawing comparisons to legendary jazz icons Sarah Vaughan and Ella Fitzgerald.
Portrait, her latest album, showcases Samara’s original lyrics and stunning arrangements inspired by jazz greats Charles Mingus, Sun Ra, and her late mentor Barry Harris. The album highlights her evolving artistry and deep connection to jazz’s rich legacy.
Samara’s remarkable talent has earned her critical acclaim, with The New York Times praising her voice for its “close precision and frothy power.” NPR describes her as “a classic jazz singer from a new generation.”
The young singer’s rise to fame has been meteoric, with appearances on the TODAY Show and millions of likes on TikTok. She has already won fans like Anita Baker and Regina King, cementing her status as perhaps the first Gen Z jazz singing star.
Samara’s musical lineage is deeply rooted in her family’s gospel heritage. Her grandparents, Elder Goldwire and Ruth McLendon, performed with Philadelphia gospel group the Savettes, and her father is a singer, songwriter, and producer.
The upcoming concert promises an unforgettable evening of music, with Samara performing hits like “Everything Happens To Me,” “You Stepped Out Of A Dream,” and “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood.”
Event details:
Date: May 13, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Location: Schermerhorn Symphony Center
Don’t miss Samara Joy live! Get your tickets now for May 13, 2025, at Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
