Acclaimed
vocalist Lisa Ferraro has a reputation as both a teller of stories and an
interpreter of song, which she proves in crystal clear fashion every time she
takes the stage. Lisa’s flawless intonation and marvelous phrasing are
matched with a distinctive voice that is exciting, soulful, full-bodied and
warm. Her subtle variations on the melodies transform songs without ever
undermining the composers’ intentions; and in the classic tradition of jazz
story-tellers, she shapes the lyrics in a way that gives them a meaning even
deeper than the words themselves. Her latest Jazz recording , Serenading
The Moon, charted on the Billboard Jazz charts and
is a collaboration with some of the finest players on the jazz scene
today: legendary saxophonist, Houston Person, Lewis Nash on drums and Ray
Drummond on bass.
A native of
Pittsburgh, PA Lisa grew up in the rich Jazz tradition of that recognizable
style! She records and works with many of the rich the home grown greats such
as Roger Humphries, Mike Tomaro, Marty Ashby and MCG Jazz, Max Leake and Dwayne
Dolphin to name a few.
Lisa has
recorded 12 recording to date and tours internationally.
– Her
ballads are heartfelt and passionate. When the tempo picks up, she
does indeed swing. This lady can sing!” Joe Lang,
Jersey Jazz
“This recording takes Ferraro straight to the top
ranks!” Mark S Tucker acousticmusic.com
Lisa
currently resides in the Columbus, OH. She is also a vocal coach and is an
international speaker, meditation leader, retreat facilitator, mindfulness
coach and life coach. She shares her inspired Jazz vocal performances
internationally, and is in collaboration with incredibly talented Natalia
Zukerman as the duo SeekHer7.
Recognized
for her ability to work with the subtle energies of music and vibrational
space, Lisa serves as a music minister and band leader for inspirational events
nationally and internationally.
Lisa
recently launched an online Inspirational platform called, SoulCall™ Global, a
non-profit she founded in 1999 and brought to fruition with the late, Erika
Luckett.
This
platform is designed to spark contemplation, meditation, creativity, and
connection with the spirit of all creation inherent in the Soul of every being.
More
about Lisa Ferraro and SoulCall Global: www.lisaferraro.com and www.soulcallglobal.org