Jazz singer, Katt Hefner, is joined by a swinging All-Star
lineup of musical talent, for an evening of big-band swing,
1940's-style! Many remember Katt as the elegant songstress
who headlined former swing landmarks, the Sugar Palm Club,
the Jazz Cellar, and The Ritz. She's also
toured the U.S., Carribean, Europe, and Far East; has shared
the stage with musical greats ranging from Patti LaBelle to
The Temptations; and has amassed a list of credits that include
movies, tv shows, musicals, concerts, and albums!
Katt Hefner possesses a compelling voice (with a vocal range exceeding three octaves!) that ranks in the very top echelon of respected female jazz singers. On stage, she's truly an engaging performer who loves to entertain! Katt's remarkable talent has been recognized by music fans and musicians alike. To quote Connie Haines, Katt is "a dynamic personality" with "the big-band-singer sound for this generation and the future!"
Katt Hefner & her All-Stars have played the area's major venues, including the Palladium Theater, the St Pete Coliseum, and the Largo House of Jazz. Recently, they've put on tributes to Ella Fitzgerald & Duke Ellington. It's no coincidence that some of her All-Stars once played with Duke Ellington, himself, as members of the Duke's world-famous Orchestra! Other All-Stars have played with big bands ranging from Benny Goodman to Lionel Hampton to Stan Kenton, and with celebrities ranging from Ray Charles to Elvis Presley. Katt Hefner's All-Star lineup includes jazz legends Marcus Hampton on Trumpet, Kenny Drew Jr on Piano, Jack Keeling on Sax & Clarinet, John Lamb on Upright Bass, and Eddie Graham on Drums.