Sylvia Center for the Arts

Fulton is “an assured vocalist with a galvanizing presence,” according to The New Yorker. She “moves effortlessly and vividly from delight, to wistfulness, to wounded angst in a matter of seconds and makes it seem completely natural, the work of a deep and insightful individual and a rare force on both the keys and the mic.

We are delighted to welcome exquisite Vancouver musicians, educators, and clinicians Scott and Worst, who are at home on any stage, having played with Chet Baker, David Bowie, Freddie Hubbard, Ed Johnson, Ernestine Anderson, and many others.

The Whatcom Sound Jazz Singers perform with special guest Gail Pettis, jazz vocalist. A native of Kentucky, currently based in Seattle, Gail’s rich, warm vocals and understated phrasing have been described as “deliciously soulful” by Cadence Magazine.

Matheny is best known for his “understated, masterful technique and evident joy” (JazzNews). A protégé of Art Farmer, Matheny is a national and international touring and recording artist, educator, and winner of numerous regional and national awards, who delights audiences with his impeccable technique and exquisite lyricism.

We’re excited to welcome Kate Olson and her K.O. Ensemble to WJMAC for the first time. This Seattle soprano sax sensation has toured internationally and has played with Terry Riley, Stuart Dempster, Pauline Oliveros, Allison Miller, Bobby Previte, and Skerik, as well as and pop music icons Elvis Costello, Brandi Carlile and Sir Mix-a-Lot.