Up Close & Personal with Award-winning urban-jazz pianist/composer Kayla Waters

Up Close & Personal with Latinjazzy

Up Close & Personal with Latinjazzy Welcomes Kayla Waters Tuesday, December 15th, 2020 12:00 Noon EST Award-winning urban-jazz pianist Kayla Waters is a chart-topping recording artist, composer, producer and music director. After signing a multi-album record deal with Trippin N’ Rhythm (SONY), Kayla made Billboard history by becoming the first female pianist and composer to reign atop the charts at the No. 1 spot for 6 consecutive weeks. Beautifully composed and eloquently written, Kayla’s sophomore album, "Coevolve" has dazzled the hearts of many and awarded her two Billboard No. 1 singles “Zephyr” and “Full Bloom.” Last year, Kayla’s musical achievements were recognized when she was honored with the Rising Star in Jazz award from the Black Women in Jazz and the Arts Foundation as well as the Best Jazz Artist award at the Wammies in Washington, DC where she is based. This consummate young woman premiered with the Billboard No. 1 single "I Am" from her 2017 debut album, "Apogee.” Both the single and album hit Billboard’s year-end charts, underscoring her remarkable breakout year. The spotlight has humbly created opportunities for Kayla to play and perform with music legends and prominent recording artists, including Stevie Wonder, Patrice Rushen, Avery*Sunshine, Maysa Leak, Kim Burse and Ray Chew to name a few. Passionately alluring, Kayla thrives on the stage, having played exhilarating and exuberant sets at intimate venues, illustrious theaters and acclaimed festivals such as the Newport Beach Jazz Festival, Berks Jazz Festival....Stay Tuned for more For more on Kayla Waters please visit: https://www.iamkaylawaters.com/meet-kayla