Nicole Henry
American jazz singer
Nicole Henry is an American jazz vocalist, actress, and recording artist. Known for her dynamic live performances and interpretations of jazz standards, soul, blues, originals and contemporary music, she has released multiple recordings that topped the charts in the U.S. and Japan, toured internationally, and appeared in theater productions and symphonic performances.
Since making her debut CD release in 2004, Henry has received the Soul Train Music Award for Best Traditional Jazz Performance, earning a place on five TOP 10 national charts. She has performed in more than 20 countries and collaborated with musicians including Kirk Whalum, Gerald Clayton, Gil Goldstein, Julian Lage, and more.
Personal life
Nicole Henry was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and raised in Andalusia, a community in Bensalem Township, Bucks County.
Growing up in a musical family, Henry participated in school and church choirs, as well as studying both cello and ballet from an early age. Although she studied music and dance as a child, she initially planned to pursue a career outside of music. She attended the University of Miami, where she originally received a full academic scholarship to study architecture. She eventually earned a bachelor’s degree in Advertising Communications and Theater.
Following graduation, Henry worked as an actress, appearing in national television commercials and voice-over roles before turning her attention to music full-time.
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