Raquel Cepeda Jazz Quartet at Petit Cafe - Mediterranean Grill

Anyone can make jazz standards new. It takes a rare talent to make them timeless. Raquel Cepeda is undoubtedly of the latter persuasion. Since 2005, the Venezuelan-born singer has called Houston her home—a scene beyond fortunate to embrace her vivid musical heritage. Building off the successes of Juegos de Playa (a collaborative album that showcased her talent among other singers from her native country) and her solo debut I’m Confessin’, Cepeda now finds herself backed by the committed trio of pianist Grant Gist, bassist Anthony Brock, and drummer Osama Raad, with whom she weaves a cohesive spell through the American Songbook...

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Anyone can make jazz standards new. It takes a rare talent to make them timeless. Raquel Cepeda is undoubtedly of the latter persuasion. Since 2005, the Venezuelan-born singer has called Houston her home—a scene beyond fortunate to embrace her vivid musical heritage. Building off the successes of Juegos de Playa (a collaborative album that showcased her talent among other singers from her native country) and her solo debut I’m Confessin’, Cepeda now finds herself backed by the committed trio of pianist Grant Gist, bassist Anthony Brock, and drummer Osama Raad, with whom she weaves a cohesive spell through the American Songbook. Her welcome approach to song has captivated an ever-growing audience, and those lucky enough to attend her monthly gigs have been spreading the word like wildfire. What keeps fans coming back is her ability to create a mood that is true to the spirit of her chosen repertoire but also showcases the inner beauty of her art. In Cepeda’s alluring presence, you’re sure to fall in love with even the most familiar songs all over again, each like a movie for the ears. Not only does she sing at the heart of it all; she is the heart of it all. If you’re craving a way to pass the night away in elegance and style, look no further.

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