Duke Ellington & John Coltrane - In a sentimental mood

Although I am a classical soprano, I was heavily influence by great Jazz, Soul, and, R & B female vocalists.  I actually sang jazz in clubs in Pittsburgh, Pa for years to pay for my classical voice lessons! 

I humbly offer, what I believe to be, one of the most beautiful songs ever written. Two legendary African American artists - Duke Ellington and John Coltrane -- came together to share their artistic gifts to express the spirit of an era. 

Classic.

Be My Love by Ivan Tolbert

Here is another wonderful performance by African American artist Ivan Tolbert. An incredible voice from a great performer. A talent like this needs to be shared with the world.

Opera Noir celebrates and supports you, Ivan!

Ivan Tolbert singing On The Street Where You Live

I love this song. Opera Noir Emerging Artist, Ezekial McCarter did a fine performance of this number for the first Opera Noir Summer Intensive in 2011. I've had the pleasure of working with "Zeek" periodically over the past 2 years, and I am so pleased that he continues to evolve as an artist and a performer.

Zeek performs regularly at The Fillmore and the Boom Boom Boom in San Francisco. If your schedule allows, stop in and support this young "emerging artist!"

TOUR ALERT!!!!

The "Ladies Who Sing With the Band" Tour is in pre-production! Stay turned to find out when it will be coming your way!

Kind Words from the Consul General of Italy

Last week I had the pleasure of performing for the Consul General of Italy and his guests at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura. It was a wonderful evening, filled with great entertainment and lovely people. And, most exciting for me, my mother was able to fly in from the East Coast to attend, and spend some quality time with the family. I will be sure to post more pictures shortly.

In the meantime, check out the shot that @MauroBattocchi posted following the event!

"Relishing in the afterglow of an impeccable aria. J Rosalynn Smith-Clark at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura."
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Check Out This Lovely Blog Post on my Performance for the Consul General of Italy!

"Relishing in the afterglow of an impeccable aria. J Rosalynn Smith-Clark at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura. #Puccini yfrog.com/h379yixj "

J. Rosalynn Smith-Clark Performing the "Honey & Rue Suite" with Dancers