Gina Roche

GINA ROCHÉ BIO (vocalist/guitarist/songwriter):

GINA ROCHÉ, known for her captivating live performances, imbues a Brazilian flavor into her unique blend of jazz, blues and original compositions. Gina has toured Wales, England, Japan, the U.S., the Grand Cayman Islands, and Aruba, singing in different languages with musicians from Brazil, Africa, Japan, Mexico, Puerto Rico and Britain. She has performed on Good Morning America and Late Night with Conan O’Brien and alongside renowned artists such as McCoy Tyner and Gerald Veasley. Gina’s debut CD, "Dawning of a New Way,”(Dreambox Media) continues to receive rave reviews. Gina’s most recent release and second CD of original compositions “THANKFULLY” (Independent) is available on iTunes, Amazon and CDbaby.com.

"...an individualistic and compelling singer." ~All About Jazz.

"Gina Roché is what makes the listener sit up and take notice." ~ Jazz News "Roche' is a commendable vocalist." ~ Cadence

Philadelphia Jazz 90.1 FM WRTI’s Jeff Duperon has this to say of Gina’s latest release: “ …the music and lyricism are outstanding. Congratulations on producing a unique and tasteful contribution to original music.” – Jeff Duperon of WRTI

website: www.ginaroche.com www.facebook.com/GinaRocheMusic

Long Bio: Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pa. to parents of Spanish and Irish descent 2011-2016 -Release of second CD THANKFULLY (independent), a compilation of original compositions featuring musicians: Ricardo Vogt-guitar, Nilson Matta-acoustic bass, Randy Porter, Allison Miller-drums, Tim Lekan-acoustic bass, Keith Hollis-drums. 2001- 2007 - “Dawning of a New Way” CD released - with Romero Lubambo -guitar, Jim Ridl -piano, Allison Miller -drums, Chico Huff -bass, Tim Lekan -acoustic bass. The CD features original tunes and jazz standards -Philadelphia Kimmel Center concert honoring Ambassador Walter Annenberg, Gina performed her original composition “Tender Time of Year” with symphony orchestra -The Gina Roché Quartet opened for McCoy Tyner at Kennedy Plaza for the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts -Perform as guest artist in concert and broadcast live on WRTI with Gerald Veasley and his Electric Mingus Project at Wiggins Park in Camden, June 2004 -Gina Roché Quartet" Jazz at the Point Festival -Late Night with Conan O’Brien performance with Shawn King -Dante Hall Concert with Jim Ridl, Stan Slotter, Tim Lekan, Massimo DeAngelis 2008- 2009 -International Night at Kennedy Plaza in Atlantic City - Gina Roché Quintet featuring Tony Miceli-vibes -Dante Hall Concert with Jim Ridl, Chico Huff, Erik Johnson -Good Morning America “live” concert with Donny and Marie Osmond. - Gina Roché Quartet "Jazz at the Point Festival"with Nilson Matta-acoustic bass, Randy Porter-piano, Tony Miceli-vibes and Keith Hollis-drums 1996 - 2000 -Wrote lyric and recorded on the Tim Lekan CD "PM." “Gina Roche’ is what makes the listener sit up and take notice” -Jazz News -For the year of 1997, a member of the all female Latina group "Ellas" Afro-Cuban, merengue, salsa and Latin jazz, performing in clubs, the Latin American Festival and outdoor festivals for the Avenue of the Arts in Philadelphia.

Gina Roch: Dawning Of A New Way

by AAJ Staff
February 1, 2001

Largely unknown beyond the confines of metropolitan Philadelphia and southern New Jersey, Gina Roché finally has overcome her fears, as expressed in Dawning Of A New Way, to claim the attention she deserves as an individualistic and compelling singer in a understated sort of way. It is appropriate that Roché has chosen to express herself to a large extent through Brazilian tunes on her premiere album. Her timbre, range, depth of meaning and respect for accompanying instrumentalists reflect those of ...

Event

Gina Roche "Thankfully" CD Release Concert at Sandi Pointe (Somers Point, NJ) on December 18th

Source: Gina Roche'
December 13, 2011

GINA ROCHE CD RELEASE CONCERT! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2011 Gina & her group will be playing songs from her long awaited 2nd CD “THANKFULLY" Meet & Greet at 2:30pm Concert at 3:00pm Aftershow chats with the artists at 5:00pm Gina Roche—voice & guitar John Stenger—piano Tim Lekan—acoustic bass Keith Hollis—drums with special guests Brenda Bass—flugel LOreal Crisp Seels—spoken word artist 10% of ...
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Performance / Tour

Jazz Bridge presents Gina Roche at the Collingswood Community Center on December 1st

Source: Jim Miller
November 26, 2011

Appearing at the Collingswood Community Center, 30 W. Collings Ave, in Collingswood, NJ, on December 1st will be guitarist and singer Gina Roche with her band, featuring pianist Jim Ridl, bassist Tim Lekan, and percussionist Jim Hamilton. One Show: 7:30-9 p.m. Admission: $10/$5 for students. No advance sales. Free Refreshments! For info: 856-858-8914. Jazz Bridge, a 501C3 nonprofit that assists our local jazz and blues musicians in crisis, is sponsoring this concert. About Gina Roche Born and raised in Philadelphia, ...
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"...Vocalist Roche' concentrates on samba songs and light Latin pieces.She employs two highly rhythmic trios to support her efforts - one showcasing guitarist Lubambo and the other headed by pianist Ridl. The groups alternate on the program that features a mixture of original material and songs by noted composers such as A.C. Jobim and Luis Bonfa. Roche' is a swinging singer who uses her soprano voice to traipse lightly over the Latin beat, which is added to most of the songs. She dabbles with scatting as well, splicing vocalese into the beat on several tunes. On one Jobim tune, she adds a bit of authenticity by singing in Portuguese