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Vocalist Pauline Jean is among the world's brightest lights. Her performances, versatility and well-conceived debut recording are very impressive. Pauline sings in English, French and Creole and she offers her own fresh approach to every song. The native New Yorker of Haitian descent is known for her sophisticated blending of traditional Haitian music with the contemporary. Her eclectic repertoire also includes original compositions, as well as unique arrangements of beloved standards and blues. Pauline's range is reminiscent of Sarah Vaughan's earthiness and the electrifying voltage of Nina Simone, yet she infuses songs with her own exceptional style. The stages of world-renowned clubs, jazz festivals and venues in the United States, Europe and the Caribbean have been graced with Pauline’s presence. She has performed in Russia, Lebanon, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Finland, Haiti, Dominican Republic and Nevis Island. Between international and local engagements, Pauline has performed at the Blue Note, Iridium and Lincoln Center in New York and in venues throughout the tri-state metropolitan area. In early January of 2011 Pauline participated in the momentous "Sa'k Pase Ayiti" recording project, together with various prominent Haitian artists who came together to commemorate the first anniversary of Haiti's catastrophic earthquake. Pauline is especially met with great acclaim when she offers her heartfelt and thoughtful performances honoring Nina Simone. Her “melodious contralto voice...unfailingly takes you on an emotional ride.” (Peter Quinn, Jazzwise) "...un diamant noir: la magnifique voix de Pauline Jean." (Roland Leonard, Le Nouvelliste)

Pauline Jean: Nwayo

by James Nadal
June 24, 2016

One cannot properly realize the music of vocalist Pauline Jean without delving into the history of Haiti, as they are intrinsically intertwined. She has the innate ability to seamlessly flow within her ancestral culture while very much being the modern artist living the creative life. Her sophomore release Nwayo--Haitian Kreyol for core or center--is an amalgam of pure jazz vocalization steeped in Caribbean rhythm and soul. By beginning with “Rev Pauline/Pauline's Dream" Jean cleverly lays out the concept ...

Album Review

Pauline Jean: A Musical Offering

Read "A Musical Offering" reviewed by James Nadal

by James Nadal
December 16, 2011

The advent and enduring popularity of music videos has allowed artists to break out and garner an audience based on the recording and online posting of their live performances. This trend has been positive for vocalist Pauline Jean, whose mesmerizing performances of “Yoyo" and her signature song, “Dey/Rasenbleman," have led enthusiasts to seek out her 2009 release, A Musical Offering. “Dey/Rasenbleman" is featured on the record, as well as “Ayiti Remember (Don't Cry)," both in tribute of ...

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Rising New York Jazz Vocal Star Pauline Jean Makes First Visit to UK

Source: Michael Ricci
January 21, 2010

Pauline Jean announces UK concert dates to coincide with the release of her debut CD A Musical Offering on CD Baby and I-Tunes (also available on gigs).

“Pauline's voice is going to capture you from the first note" --Jazz & Bossa Review

“This phenomenal vocalist With a voice and stage presence made for jazz, Pauline indeed is a force to look out for" --HaitianBeatz.com

Pauline Jean presents Remembering Nina Simone at the following UK venues in March:

Monday 1 March ...
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Performance / Tour

Jazz Vocalist Pauline Jean to Grace the Stage at the UN

Source: All About Jazz
May 19, 2009

Haitian Jazz Vocalist Pauline Jean will perform at the United Nations May 22. The world organization is proud to announce this global event featuring an array of special guests including Jean, whose music has inspired millions of people. Jean's repertoire consists of original compositions, unique arrangements of the standards, blues and traditional Afro- Haitian music fused with jazz. Her musical renditions are performed both in English and in kreyòl. Jean's velvet husky contralto instantly garners comparisons to legendary vocalists such ...
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"...un diamant noir: la magnifique voix de Pauline Jean." Roland Leonard, Le Nouvelliste "...melodious contralto voice, which unfailingly takes you on an emotional ride." Jazzwise Magazine "A Musical Offering is the strong sense you get of a singer who is already developing their own sound, their own style, and their own sensibility." Jazzwise Magazine “Pauline is blessed with good looks, a strong voice and relaxed stage presence, she also revealed notable dramatic range.” Jazz Critic Jack Massarik of the London Evening Standard "Pauline’s voice is going to captures you from the first note