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Jana Nyberg

Jana Nyberg is a vocalist, flautist and educator from Minneapolis, MN. She appeared on Season 10 of American Idol, and has released three full-length albums to date. Known for her expressive and soulful approach, she effortlessly shifts between genres. A sought- after performer and recording artist, Nyberg has collaborated with Gigamesh, The Adam Meckler Orchestra, Jason Peterson DeLaire (Michael Bolton), Unus, Rass Kwame and others. On stage, she brings a vibrancy and passion that is infectious and ignites her audiences. The Jana Nyberg 5, which will release Nyberg's fourth full-length album in 2017, pushes small ensemble vocal jazz to the modern edge with exciting interpretations of well-loved standards and obscure gems alike.

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Jana Nyberg Group Releases "Fever" at Hell’s Kitchen (Minneapolis), August 20th

Jana Nyberg Group Releases "Fever" at Hell’s Kitchen (Minneapolis), August 20th

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It only makes sense that a hot genre-bending jazz/pop band like the Jana Nyberg Group would release a CD titled Fever in Hell's Kitchen! And that's the plan for Saturday night, August 20th, when vocalist Jana Nyberg brings her devilishly smoldering ensemble to downtown Minneapolis after similar celebration in Door County last weekend. Twin Citian Jana Nyberg is an active music educator as well as jazz/pop/blues singer. In addition to leading the Jana Nyberg Group, she has performed with the ...

"...There are so many moments when each instrument shines and the arrangements are stellar - especially Fever, which, as a song, i'm kinda tired of, but you guys breathe new life into it." - pat mAcdonald, Timbuk3/Purgatory Hill

"Jana Nyberg has a big, elastic voice, and she knows how to use it..." - Bebopified.com

"Nyberg [has a] sultry, swaying voice and impeccable timing..." - JazzPolice.com

Primary Instrument

Vocals

Willing to teach

Intermediate to advanced

Credentials/Background

I am a professor at Saint Paul Conservatory for Performing Artists, and hold my own private studios in voice, flute and piano. I have a wide rage of availability for teaching privately and my rates range from $30-$60. I have a degree in Instrumental Education, and am frequently a guest performer and clinician.

Clinic/Workshop Information

I work with a wide variety of talent levels from beginner to advanced. I love to work with jazz ensembles, jazz choirs, bands and more.

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Music

Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

Winter Song

Self Produced
2013

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California Christmas

From: Winter Song
By Jana Nyberg

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