The music of Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan will receive royal treatment when Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield joins the Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) to honor these iconic singers. Tatiana is one of the country’s top rising star vocalists, with a refreshing and beautiful voice. She brings soul, passion and humor to the stage, and may even cook up something new on the spot! A musician, composer and educator from Fort Worth, LadyMay has performed in venues and festivals throughout the U.S. and abroad. She has earned rave reviews and numerous honors, including second place in the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Music Competition and a Next Jazz Legacy Award. LadyMay has recorded three albums as a leader and is featured on the CJRO’s fourth album, Golden Lady, to be released in 2025. Tatiana is an assistant professor of Contemporary Popular Music at Lamont School of Music at the University of Denver and has taught at the legendary University of North Texas.

The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra has been a leading force in Colorado’s lively jazz scene since 2012. The CJRO boldly blends big band energy with soul, funk, Latin jazz and more, creating performances that resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds. Under the direction of Artistic Director Drew Zaremba and Executive Director Art Bouton, the CJRO takes listeners on a journey through sound, rhythm and creativity, with some of Colorado’s finest professional musicians guiding the way. Tonight’s performance features the super-tight 6-piece version of their trademark sound.