Frederika
Ionescu
Vocalist, Composer, Educator
Past Performances
Rendition of John Coltrane’s ‘Dear Lord’ - Nov 2024 w/ Coltrane Ensemble
Original Composition titled ‘Currents’ performed in quintet style - April 2024
Original Composition titled ‘Workin’ performed in quintet style - March 2023
Riffing on Sabrina Claudio’s ‘Me in Her’ - August 2024 w/ VICE A Capella
Rendition of Carla Bley’s ‘Lawns’ - February 2024 w/ New Standards Ensemble
Rendition of Marquis Hill’s arrangement of ‘My Foolish Heart’ - June 2023
Additional Videos & Links:
Undergraduate Recital: https://www.facebook.com/watch/live/?ref=watch_permalink&v=350332683787765
I strive to connect with diverse audiences through heartfelt storytelling and rich emotional landscapes in my music. My work encompasses music that uplifts with soulful grooves alongside blends of modern jazz techniques with original lyrics, evoking nostalgia and romance. Each composition serves as a poetic exploration of life’s complexities—capturing themes of anger, sadness, determination and perseverance. I invite listeners to process their experiences through the imagery and relatable emotions, creating a tapestry of shared human narratives.
Next upcoming project:
Debut album to be released in 2025