“Noel Jewkes is a genuine find – a fluent Youngian on tenor and clarinet whose solos are long, sure, twisted phrases with surprising turns and knowing resolutions.” Jazz Critic, Gary Giddins Vocalist, Kay Kostopoulos is an elegant singer whose voice is inspired by the golden age of jazz. Kay pays homage to the music of Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Peggy Lee and Anita O’Day. Kay is a professional actress based in San Francisco who teaches Drama at Stanford University. Her work has been featured in “O” magazine. Performing classic songs from enduring masters of the art form, including Duke Ellington, the Gershwins, Cole Porter; and songwriters from Europe and Latin America-- Black Olive Jazz brings these two traditions together with an all-star ensemble of San Francisco jazz artists. Black Olive Jazz plays Standards, Swing, Bebop, Latin and Blues. Movie Themes, Composers, Duets to Big Band! A founder of Black Olive Jazz, Kay has appeared at The Venetian Room, Union Street and Sausalito Arts Festivals, San Francisco Yacht Club, Ghiradelli Christmas, Herbst Theater, and The Cliff House, among others. www.blackolivejazz.com Reviews and Testimonials: Kay’s original tune, View From Telegraph Hill has been lauded as “The Quintessential San Francisco Jazz Song” on KCSM, JAZZ 91… Wayne Saroyan, Jazz West; “Wonderful lyrical imagery that transports the listener to another environment”…“Velvety vocal work.” … Billboard; “Kay is a singer with good technique and beautiful tone”…Jazz Times. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9N0r6hpGSQo FREE DOWNLOAD: http://www.blackolivejazz.com/mp3/View.mp3 Andreas' love of the text, subtlety of word, and appreciation for the audience promise a performance as deep as those big, dark eyes starring right back at you “Noel Jewkes is a genuine find – a fluent Youngian on tenor and clarinet whose solos are long, sure, twisted phrases with surprising turns and knowing resolutions.” Jazz Critic, Gary Giddins www.noeljewkesjazz.com