Grammy- nominated New York-based Nicole Zuraitis blends clever songwriting skills, an effervescent presence and a dazzling voice in a consummate package. She is the vocalist for the world famous Birdland Big Band and the Dan Pugach Nonet, the winner of the New York Coffee Music Project Songwriting Competition, ASCAP Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composers Award recipient and was a finalist in the ‪Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition. Her 2017 Album HIVE MIND won Best Jazz Album in the International Music and Entertainment Awards and she was awarded the Johnny Mercer and People’s Choice Award in the American Traditions Competition. Nicole and her drummer Dan Pugach were co-nominated in the 2019 Grammy awards for their arrangement of Dolly Parton's "Jolene". This is Nicole’s first visit to Falmouth. She is sure to make you smile.