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Laurie Krauz

Laurie Krauz thrills audiences with her award-winning, blues-influenced jazz vocals and her powerful emotional range. Blazing new musical territory, Laurie combines improvisational elements with the passion and sensuality found in other forms of music to create a unique, soulful jazz -- "she creates a mood and weaves a musical story with every cell of her being." Named one of the top 525 jazz vocalists of all time in a book by noted jazz critic, Scott Yanow, slated to be published in 2008 (tentatively entitled The Jazz Singers/Backbeat Books), Laurie released her first CD, Catch Me If You Can (LML Records) in 2001 to much critical acclaim.

Along with The Daryl Kojak Trio, Catch Me If You Can features jazz legend George Coleman on tenor sax and has been receiving accolades throughout the jazz world ("Jazz aficionados should welcome this impressive debut album from a singer who will certainly be making her mark on the jazz scene for years to come." -- Michael Laprarie, JazzReview.com). Catch Me If You Can has enjoyed substantial national airplay (including featured airplay in New York on world-renowned WBGO) as well as forays into select international markets (including The Netherlands, Russia and Brazil).

Laurie has performed live with a number of jazz luminaries including George Coleman, Harold Mabern, Cameron Brown and Warren Vaché and has appeared at such legendary venues and events as JVC Jazz Festival, The Blue Note, Iridium and Birdland. Her work has received frequent rave reviews including The New York Daily News ("... the scat's meow." -- W. Wong) and Time Out Magazine ("You won't believe your ears, this jazz singer's velvety voice is a wonder to behold." -- H.S. Jolley). Live radio performances and interviews have included: Jim Lowe & Friends (syndicated nationally); David Kenney's Everything Old Is New Again (WBAI-FM, New York); and Jeff Duperon's Straight Ahead (WRTI, Philadelphia). Laurie has participated in a number of commercial projects including: a singing appearance on The Cosby Show; solo vocals on Good Night Blue, a CD released by the Nickelodeon TV program Blues Clues; and various television and radio jingles and videos. In June 2000, her life was chronicled as the cover story for Cabaret Scenes Magazine (Getting Off The Fast Track by Peter Leavy).

Laurie Krauz' musical career began with piano lessons at the age of 5. When, several years later, her beloved teacher suddenly passed away, Laurie chose not to continue and did not return to music until many years later. Although she included music in her coursework at The Pennsylvania State University (1976, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa), her early career took her from Medical Social Work to the world of Finance and studies toward an MBA at New York University. In 1980, while working on Wall Street, Laurie took a singing course as a lark and her career indecision ceased -- she had found her home in music. Three years later, after voice and music studies with Ellie Ellsworth (The Actor's Institute), Ron Panvini, Marianne Challis and Susan Slavin, Laurie became possibly the first bank officer to trade in her "key to the executive washroom" to perform in summer stock.

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Laurie Krauz: Catch Me if You Can

Read "Catch Me if You Can" reviewed by Dave Nathan


with an unusually pliant set of vocal chords, Laurie Krauz has a ball on her first album. Her vocal approach and power reflect her beginnings in the musical theater. To these basic tools, she has added the subtlety and improvision skills needed to do jazz. Her version of “So Many Stars" backed by irregular rhythms coupled with song ending wordless vocalizing is an album highlight. Krauz was very lucky in her choice of fellow musicians. Daryl Kojak's trio is strong ...

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Award-winning "Tapestry Rewoven" Returns To NYC For 1 Night, Tuesday, February 26th At 7pm

Award-winning "Tapestry Rewoven" Returns To NYC For 1 Night, Tuesday, February 26th At 7pm

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Laurie Krauz and the Daryl Kojak Octet return to where it all began for one very special performance on Tuesday, February 26th at 7pm at the Metropolitan Room. “Tapestry Rewoven is a thrilling jazz, blues and R&B-infused re-imagining of the Carole King classic, “Tapestry." Heralded as “brilliant," “genius" and “a hurricane of entertainment," the tribute show presents novel interpretations of the iconic original in its entirety and has been touted for being fresh, new and musically inventive - while still ...

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Laurie Krauz & Daryl Kojak Celebrate 20 Years of Making Music - Sept 16th at 7pm - NYC!

Laurie Krauz & Daryl Kojak Celebrate 20 Years of Making Music - Sept 16th at 7pm - NYC!

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Has it really been twenty years!? Yep. And on Friday, September 16th at the beautiful Metropolitan Room, Daryl Kojak and Laurie Krauz are celebrating this very special collaboration and we would love you to join them. Along with Christopher Dean Sullivan and Gene Lewin, the group will once again attempt to bring down the house with some of their own—and their fans'—favs. Metropolitan Room 34 West 22nd St. (betw. 5th & 6th) Reservations: 212.206.0440 ...

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"Tapestry Rewoven" Continues on First Tuesdays at Iridium Jazz Club

"Tapestry Rewoven" Continues on First Tuesdays at Iridium Jazz Club

Source: Michael Ricci

Feel the Earth Move! Laurie Krauz & the Daryl Kojak Octet bring the award-winning show, “Tapestry Rewoven," back to Iridium for first Tuesdays on December 1st at 8pm and 10pm! Laurie Krauz & The Daryl Kojak Octet bring their acclaimed “Tapestry Rewoven" back to Iridium Jazz Club, Tuesday, December 1st @ 8 & 10pm for what will certainly be another round of standing ovations. Audience members call it “brilliant," “genius," and “a hurricane of entertainment," while the press has stamped ...

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"Tapestry Rewoven" Returns to Iridium

"Tapestry Rewoven" Returns to Iridium

Source: All About Jazz

Feel the Earth Move! Laurie Krauz & the Daryl Kojak Octet bring the award-winning show, “Tapestry Rewoven," back to Iridium for first Tuesdays beginning November 3rd at 8pm and 10pm!

On the heels of their triumphant night at BB King's, Laurie Krauz & The Daryl Kojak Octet bring their acclaimed “Tapestry Rewoven" back to Iridium Jazz Club, Tuesday, November 3rd @ 8 & 10pm. Audience members call it “brilliant," “genius," and “a hurricane of entertainment," while the press has stamped ...

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B.B. Kings NY Presents "Tapestry Rewoven"

B.B. Kings NY Presents "Tapestry Rewoven"

Source: Michael Ricci

Laurie Krauz & The Daryl Kojak Octet bring their acclaimed “Tapestry Rewoven" to B.B. King Blues Club & Grill NY for one night, Tuesday, September 29th @ 7:30. Audience members call it “brilliant," “genius," and “a hurricane of entertainment," while the press has stamped it “remarkable" (Roy Sander, critic & columnist) and “a masterwork," (Back Stage). Doors open 6pm. B.B. Kings is located at 237 West 42nd Street. $25.00 General Admission, $10 food/beverage minimum. Box Office: 212-997-4144. Tickets also available ...

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Award-Winning "Tapestry Rewoven" Extended at Iridium Jazz Club

Award-Winning "Tapestry Rewoven" Extended at Iridium Jazz Club

Source: All About Jazz

Tapestry Rewoven, Laurie Krauz & The Daryl Kojak Octet's electric, jazz-influenced, re-imagining of the Carole King classic has been extended at the Iridium Jazz Club in New York. The group has been playing the first Tuesday of each month since January to packed houses and standing ovations. And now their “first Tuesday" run has been extended until at least June. The buzz has been, literally, off the charts! Fans are calling it brilliant, incredible, a hurricane of entertainment, genius, and ...

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Laurie Krauz & the Daryl Kojak Octet "Tapestry Rewoven"

Laurie Krauz & the Daryl Kojak Octet "Tapestry Rewoven"

Source: All About Jazz

Laurie Krauz headlines with The Daryl Kojak Octet bringing their acclaimed Tapestry Rewoven, a jazz re-imagining of the Carole King classic, to Iridium the first Tuesday of every month beginning January 6th.

Preview performances played to packed houses and standing ovations and the buzz has been, literally, off the charts! Fans are calling it brilliant, incredible, a hurricane of entertainment, genius, and wildly triumphant. Back Stage called it a masterwork not unlike her idols.

Extraordinary work. Every element and every ...

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"Tapestry Rewoven" at Iridium! First Tuesday of Each Month Starting on January 6th

"Tapestry Rewoven" at Iridium! First Tuesday of Each Month Starting on January 6th

Source: All About Jazz

Laurie Krauz and the Daryl Kojak Octet are bringing “Tapestry Rewoven," a jazz re-imagining of the Carole King classic, to the Iridium Jazz Club the first Tuesday of every month beginning January 6th. Preview performances played to packed houses and standing ovations and the buzz has been, literally, off the charts! Featuring Laurie Krauz, vocals; Daryl Kojak, piano; Sean Conly, bass; Gene Lewin, drums; Jamie Fox, guitar; 'Sweet' Sue Terry, sax & flute; and the amazing backup vocals of Emily ...

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Krauz-Kojak-Conly-Lewin at Kitano Tonight

Krauz-Kojak-Conly-Lewin at Kitano Tonight

Source: All About Jazz

Hot off sold out and highly acclaimed performances of their new project “Tapestry Rewoven" - a jazz re-imagining of the Carole King classic “Tapestry," the group is pulling into KITANO for one night only to perform “Other Stuff" - that's right, fan favorites from the rest of their repertoire. Oct 29, 2008, 8:00PM Kitano New York, NY About Laurie Krauz Laurie Krauz thrills audiences with her award-winning, blues-influenced jazz vocals and her powerful emotional range. Blazing ...

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Encore of "Tapestry Rewoven" at Laurie Beechman Theater

Encore of "Tapestry Rewoven" at Laurie Beechman Theater

Source: All About Jazz


With an unusually pliant set of vocal chords, Laurie Krauz has a ball on her first album. The album’s kick off piece, the Ellington/Strayhorn masterpiece, “Day Dream,” sets the high standard for what’s to follow.... [S]he combines the best of cabaret and jazz singing. She has the respect for the lyrics one usually finds within cabaret as well as the ability to use her voice as an instrument, without over embellishing on the latter. This is a wonderful maiden album and will cause listeners to become impatient waiting for her next one.” Dave Nathan, allaboutjazz.com

“...she immediately impresses with her ample vocal presence and poise.... This stands as an impressive debut disc for Laurie Krauz.” Alan Bargebuhr, Cadence

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