Bessie, Billie, & Nina

Thursday, March 24, 2022 • 8PM

The musical and social legacies of Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday, and Nina Simone remain as relevant as ever. Featuring three dynamic vocalists (Charenée Wade, Vanisha Gould, and Tahira Clayton) backed by an all-female band, Bessie, Billie, & Nina celebrates the enduring legacy of these three iconic artists with performances of their classic songs, including Bessie Smith's "Downhearted Blues," Billie Holiday's "Strange Fruit," and more.

PERFORMERS

Charenée Wade – Vocals
Tahira Clayton – Vocals
Vanisha Gould – Vocals
Jocelyn Gould – Guitar
Nadje Noordhuis – Trumpet
Liany Mateo – Bass
Gary Kerkezou – Drums