LANDING 2026
The Story
Carmen Bradford Vanessa Perea
The Artists
These talented musicians are part of the live performances and/or the Flying High albums
Champian Fulton
Music Director and Lead Piano/Vocals
Gretje Angell - Vocals
Elizabeth Bougerol - Vocals
Emily Braden - Vocals
Carmen Bradford - Vocals
Olivia Chindamo - Vocals
Tahira Clayton - Vocals
Alex Frank - Bass
Mike Gurrola - Bass
Lezlie Harrison - Vocals
Willie Jones III - Drums
Klas Linquist - Saxophone
Neal Miner - Bass
Jane Monheit - Vocals
Ekep Nkwelle - Vocals
Nicholas Payton - Trumpet
Ken Peplowski - Clarinet
Vanessa Perea- Vocals
Molly Ryan - Vocals
Charles Ruggiero - Drums
Bria Skonberg - Vocals
Tawanda SuessbrichJoaquim - Vocals
Jerry Weldon - Saxophone
Buster Williams - Bass
Nicole Zuraitis - Vocals
Bria Skonberg Tahira Clayton Olivia Chindamo
What They’re Saying
About the shows
“ ... a dynamic young singer with a fairly flawless voice and great jazz chops, both as a pianist and a vocalist” – about Champian Fulton (Broadway World A.Poretz)
“ ... a concept album that succeeds with flying colors...a superb sampler of memorable classics done with class. ” – Talkin ’ Broadway (R.Lester)
“Champian Fulton excels as both a piano virtuoso and an amazing vocalist, recalling artists like Nat “King” Cole or Louis Armstrong who were great in both arenas” – Hot House Jazz (J.Zaff)
“There were too many lovely moments to count” Broadway World (R.Kaplan)
“ ...audiences can feel like as if they are taking part in something timeless, one-of-a-kind, and memorable” Voice Magazine (J.Caverly)
“Each "canary" captures the spirit of that genre...Champian's art shows through on the whole program. ” WDCB Radio, Chicago
“ … it’s impossible to be bored by Fulton’s singing. ” NY ’ s NiteLife Exchange
The Music & Shows
RECENT PROMO VIDEO WATCH HERE
The original FLYING HIGH LISTEN HERE
FLYING HIGH - STILL SOARING LISTEN HERE
FLYING HIGH IN THE HOLIDAYS Coming Fall 2026 LISTEN HERE presented over 30 times since 2024
Champian Fulton
Music Director and Lead Piano/Vocals
With 19 albums to her credit, CHAMPIAN FULTON is considered one of the most gifted pure jazz musicians of her generation, being called “an assured vocalist with a galvanizing presence, ” by The New Yorker and “a charming young steward of the mainstream jazz tradition” by The New York Times. She has performed with musical royalty such as Lou Donaldson, Frank Wess, Scott Hamilton, Buster Williams, and Louis Hayes. (Her first paid musical engagement was with her own band at Clark Terry’s 75th Birthday Party; she was 10 years old) Champian is a Yamaha and Birdland Artist.
Suzanne Waldowski
Songbook Ink - President Songbook Ink - President
Jazz at the Ballroom - Executive Director Jazz at the Ballroom - Executive Director
Suzanne Waldowski is the founder and executive director of Jazz at the Ballroom and the founder of Songbook Ink, two closely linked ventures dedicated to preserving and celebrating classic jazz and the Great American Songbook. Her work began in 2014, when she moved into the original Bing Crosby estate in Northern California and started hosting concerts in its long-unused ballroom. Those gatherings quickly evolved into Jazz at the Ballroom, which became a nonprofit in 2017 with a mission to share classic jazz and foster community through live performance. Songbook Ink grew alongside this work as a boutique record label and music-inspired merchandise brand, extending the reach of Jazz at the Ballroom beyond the stage. Together, the two organizations ensure that the sound, style, and legacy of the American Songbook remain vi y.
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SOUNDCHECK PR
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Jazz at the Ballroom and Songbook Ink work in partnership to celebrate and preserve the American Songbook and classic jazz through live performance, recorded music, and inspired merchandise.
JAZZ AT THE BALLROOM presents dynamic live jazz shows that bring the Great American Songbook to life. Through concerts, workshops, and community engagement, the organization showcases world-class musicians in intimate and unique venues, keeping timeless jazz traditions vibrant and accessible.
SONGBOOK INK is a boutique record label and music-themed merchandise brand that channels the spirit of classic jazz into curated releases and thoughtfully designed products. With its vintage-inspired aesthetic and artist-focused approach, it offers fans new ways to enjoy and support the music they love.
Together, these two ventures ensure that the sound, style, and legacy of the American Songbook continue to thrive for new generations.