Called “one of the most thrilling vocalists of today” (Jazz Times), Alicia Olatuja has an incredible range, fueled by her fluency in multiple world music styles, classical studies at Manhattan School of Music, and an undeniable, ingrained musicality.
She wowed audiences when she sang at Barack Obama’s 2013 inauguration, and her powerful vocals have received unanimous acclaim. She’s carved out a multifaceted career. She was Sacajawea in a world-premiere opera based on the story of the Lewis and Clark expedition. She teaches “healthy vocal technique” in her studio, helping singers from all genres learn to do more.
She’s often on tour with Grammy-winning pianist Billy Childs, and sometimes she’s on tour with her own band. And she’s writing songs for a new album, her second.
