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"Audrey has
managed to attract the attention of tomorrow’s jazz fans. Beyond her obvious
affinity for swing, she has an eclectic repertoire ranging from Duke Ellington
to Fats Domino; her signature alto conveys a message with crystal clarity
that precludes the need for gimmick or effect. All that’s left is undeniably
honest music that transcends the boundaries of age or genre.”
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"Audrey
Moira Shimkas is a delightful presence with an abundance of warmth, wit, and
sophistication. Though a jazz singer by training and temperament, Audrey takes
obvious pleasure in a boundless repertory. On her exciting album "devil
may care" (Anna's Jazz
Island), she puts her
stamp on a sheaf of American and Brazilian standards, Rock/pop classics and
Blues. It is Audrey's combination of musicianship, style and personality that
sets her apart from other fine local vocalists and makes her the perfect
musical choice for Yoshi's Lounge."
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| Jazz n Blues By The Bay Concert; Sausalito, CA
“…one of the brightest emerging stars in jazz today…a captivating performer
with a singular sound and style, Audrey is pioneering her own path as a
uniquely placed artist.”
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| "You took "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover) and gave it sweetness and sass.. Never heard anything like it!" Ray DiFazio, sax player |
You guys are a great, fun band!...Vivian Vosu...
Exciting! A singer's singer! Audrey is an original; a bold, jazzy girl...Pac Sun
The Shimkas Quintet is a high-energy, exciting band that weaves jazz, pop, Latin, funk and folk into a dynamic, cohesive set...Mauro Desolino, club owner
Audrey’s CD, “I Wish You Love,” showcases a performer who reaches for the stars and takes your breath away. Never at a loss for material and style, Audrey wraps you around her finger with a sultry Brazilian Bossa. Larry Ickes, KOIT Radio Personality
The Shimkas Quintet is a high-energy, exciting band that weaves jazz, pop, Latin, funk and folk into a dynamic, cohesive set...Mauro Desolino, club owner
Audrey’s CD, “I Wish You Love,” showcases a performer who reaches for the stars and takes your breath away. Never at a loss for material and style, Audrey wraps you around her finger with a sultry Brazilian Bossa. Larry Ickes, KOIT Radio Personality
…Wow! Audrey! She can Really Sing!...Jules Broussard, Bay Area jazz legend…Audrey fuses the great American songbook with classic rock and roll/funk to bring new life to both forms---in a way never heard before… Marin Independent Journal
…This fast-rising vocal artist sounds like no one but herself. She has a powerful, clear voice and an expressive style that captivates audiences. Her material ranges from American and Latin/Brazilian Jazz Standards to rock/pop/R&B oldies and classic Blues. Here’s a serious talent that you don't want to miss… Marin Independent Journal
…Fusing familiar jazz, Latin, rock and pop tunes with jazz versatility, Audrey creates audience-pleasing performances that captivate listeners from worlds-apart. This unique singer loves to take her favorite tunes and fashion them with a jazz groove (like Paul Simon’s, “Graceland” played with an up-tempo, bebop bass) and give them new life…Joe Troise, Producer/PromoterAudrey has a brilliant, expressive voice with an arresting style...she is the real thing. Lucy Mercer, owner 142 Throckmorton Theatre…"Eclectic World Music With a Latin/Jazz/Funk
Influence"… Jack Wilkenson, Entertainer