Jamile

Originally from Brazil, vocalist, composer, and educator Jamile has become one of the most sought-after vocalists in the New York scene. She captivates audiences with her unique phrasing and heartfelt tone, and impresses listeners with her virtuosity. Jamile’s versatility is sharply pronounced in her unique repertoire choices, combining modern and Brazilian jazz into a sound of her own, and her original work also reflects her undeniable authenticity and plurality. She has performed at world-renowned venues, including Mezzrow, Smalls Jazz Club, Birdland, and Dizzy’s Jazz Club, and has received high praise for her performances at venues and festivals throughout the US and internationally. In 2023, Jamile opened for Rosa Passos, Kenny Barron, and Ron Carter at Jazz at Lincoln Center. Throughout her career, she has performed with veterans of this music, including Duduka da Fonseca, Hélio Alves, Ray Gallon, and Jay Leonhart, as well as current NYC jazz luminaries such as Miki Yamanaka, Yotam Silberstein, and Russell Hall, to name but a few. She has two studio albums released by La Reserve Records that have amassed millions of streams, both featuring the great Steve Wilson, and she has also taken part in countless other projects as a side person including “This Rock We’re On: Imaginary Letters” by Mike Holober, where she was featured alongside Chris Potter and John Patitucci.