| "A
voice of extraordinary range and quality."... L.A. Weekly
Long
regarded one of Southern California's finest jazz vocalists, Karen
Gallinger (gal - in - jur) is a performer who blends artistic passion
and mastery of her craft into a dynamic and unique package. As a vocalist,
her original sense of humor and "casual hipness" (Jazz
Now) combine with her interpretive abilities to give her an artistic
range that is "stylish and sultry" (O.C. Register)
as well as "simply fun and irresistible." (L.A.
Weekly)
"An
original issue ... she's got it all." L.A. Jazz Scene
A gifted composer and lyricist, her lyrics to a number of Bill Evans
songs have been recorded by Tierney Sutton and Roseanna Vitro, among
others. Ms. Gallinger currently headlines regularly in and around
the Southern California area and has appeared at concerts, festivals
and nightclubs in the USA, Europe and Asia.
"A
voice that is nothing short of astonishing"... O.C. Register
Besides
her musical performance schedule she is a writer and educator. On
staff at the O.C. High School of the Arts teaching vocal jazz and
theatre. In demand for clinics and master classes, she is currently
working on a vocal performance & technique book.
"An
exceptional vocal talent." ... Terry Walker KBEM
More about the artist
Karen
Gallinger is much more than a concert and recording artist. This multifaceted
powerhouse has made her mark as:
Lyricist/
Composer:
Penning
lyrics to a number of songs, including her acclaimed lyrics to pianist
Bill Evans original songs, she has also composed, or collaborated on,
songs ranging from blues to political satire and musical theatre.
Educator/Author:
A
private vocal teacher for over 20 years, Gallinger has done clinics
and master classes ranging from technique to performance skills. She
has recently published her first book: The Zen of Singing (ExecuProv
Press, 2006. ISBN - 0-9765970-0-4) and is currently planning her
next one. Besides her busy private coaching schedule, she is on staff
at The Orange County High School of the Arts, where she teaches jazz
voice and theatre.
Writer/Producer:
Among the shows Ms. Gallinger has written and performed are a Tribute
to Alan and Marilyn Bergman and a very impressive multimedia companion
show to her Remembering Bill Evans recording. She also produced and
hosted a monthly live series called "Sessions at the Grand Central".
The series featured Southern California jazz musicians in an interview,
performance and audience Q&A format.
Actress/Comedian:
Over the years Gallinger has done voiceovers and live theatre as well
as independent movies. Most recently she was a member of the Main
Company of the O.C. Crazies, one of Orange County's premiere comedy
improv troupes.
"An
amazing ability to cover boisterous blues and quiet ballads ...
gathers you into her head as well as her soul ..." Bill Kohlhaase-O.C.
Weekly
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