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Ana Velinova

"Vocally outstanding, stylistically elegant, innovative and passionate Ana’s performances soar effortlessly mesmerizing audiences around the globe."

Jazz vocalist and songwriter Ana Velinova has inspired audiences around the world with her wide range arstistic talents. With repertoire extending from Mozart and Stravinsky to Ellington, Dorsey and Jobim, Ana has shared the stage with many accomplished jazz artists including Bob Moses, Neil Swainson, Don Thompson, Brad Turner, Willard Dyson and Miles Black to name a few.

A native of Sofia, Bulgaria, Ana has lived and performed in major US and Canadian cities. During her years in New York City she explored the avant-garde jazz music scene and formed the group ‘Ensemble Gergana.’ The eclectic band released a CD of entirely improvised music showcasing Ana's poetry, unique improvisational vocal skills and adventurous artistry.

"Ana is definitely one of the most exciting vocalists/composers I’ve had the pleasure to work with. She tells a story with energy, character, sophistication, elegance and musical wonder.” Gord Clements (Principal Saxophone, Victoria Symphony)

A highlight of Ana's Spring 2014 season is the second release of her album 'The Thief' and the release of her first holiday album 'December Wishing', which will feature her original compositions.

Ana holds a Master's Degree in Jazz & Contemporary-Classical Voice Performance from the Longy School of Music in Boston, undergraduate studies in Vocal Jazz from the Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles and a diploma in classical guitar from the National Music School in Bulgaria. In addition to her solo career she is well known for her entrepreneur work as a concert producer, vocal coach and vocal workshops facilitator. From 2006-2013 Ana Velinova led the vocal wing of the Jazz Department at the Victoria Conservatory of Music in Canada in the position of Head-Vocal Jazz Instructor and Vocal Jazz Ensemble Conductor.

For more information please visit her website: www.anavelinova.com

Awards

First Prize Winner of International Chamber Music Competition "Music & Earth 2003.


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Meet Ana Velinova: Jazz vocalist and songwriter Ana Velinova has inspired audiences around the world with her wide range arstistic talents. With repertoire extending from Mozart and Stravinsky to Ellington, Dorsey and Jobim, Ana has shared the stage with many accomplished jazz artists including Bob Moses, Neil Swainson, Don Thompson, Brad Turner, Willard Dyson and Miles Black to name a few. A native of Sofia, Bulgaria, Ana has lived and performed in major US and Canadian cities. ...

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