Debra Mann, jazz pianist & vocalist from Providence, RI, performs the music of Brazilian composer, Antônio (Tom) Carlos Jobim, considered one of the fathers of bossa nova, as well as one of the most important songwriters of the 20th century. He is perhaps best known as the composer of “Garota de Ipanema” (Girl from Ipanema);  His collaboration with American jazz saxophonist Stan Getz created a bossa nova craze in the United States, and subsequently internationally. Debra has been celebrating Jobim’s life in song for the last 20 years, and will join us for a special night in sharing some of her favorite songs.

Debra Mann (vocals & piano), Dino Govoni (sax), Ron Ormsby (bass), and Bart Weisman (drums)

The National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences placed Debra Mann on the Official Ballot for the 2010 Grammy Awards in the following categories: Record of the Year (‘Autumn’), Album of the Year (‘Home’), Song of the Year (‘Heart of Love’), Best Pop Vocal Album (‘Home’), and Best Improvised Jazz Solo (‘Autumn’).