November 3
Chava Mirel Quartet
Chava Mirel-vocals, Mack Grout-piano, Dean Schmidt-bass, Jeff Busch-drums
 
Seattle-based Chava Mirel is a nationally touring singer, guitarist, composer, prayer leader and recording artist. Performing in a multitude of genres, she bridges communities with her universal approach to spirituality through song. A highly sought-after vocal recording artist, Chava is known for her rich, luxurious vocals, lush harmonies and rhythmic phrasing. From electrifying concerts to engaging educational sessions to transcendent prayer experiences, she connects with communities with an inclusive message of love and compassion.
 
Chava exhibits ease and fluency in an astonishing array of musical styles. She has toured and recorded with a spectrum of artists including Reggie Watts and punk icon Ari Up. Chava is also a celebrated jazz and world music artist. She is a featured vocalist for global jazz fusion band Duende Libre, whose last album “Drift” was the recipient of the Golden Ear award for Best Recording in the Northwest. Chava also plays keyboards with the legendary Reggae artist Clinton Fearon (the Gladiators).
 
Chava recently released her 3rd full length album, “Into The Light”, a dreamy, heart-wrenching and deeply personal reinterpretation of the Great American Songbook. Her first single, a cover of Alice-In-Chains’ “Would?” has received critical acclaim and international radio play.