Imani Uzuri facts for kids

Imani Uzuri is an American artist known for her amazing voice and for writing music. She is a talented vocalist (singer) and a composer (someone who writes music).

Uzuri has worked with many different artists. She even helped write and sing a song called "Be Still." This song was for the famous musician Herbie Hancock's album, Future 2 Future. Working with such a well-known artist shows how talented she is.

Her Music and Performances

In 2012, Imani Uzuri released her second album. It was called The Gypsy Diaries. To help make this album, she used a special way to get money. She ran a Kickstarter campaign. This is where many people donate small amounts of money to help fund a project.

In January 2013, Uzuri performed with another singer named Morley. They sang together at a place called (Le) Poisson Rouge. This is a well-known music venue.

Artist Residencies and Debuts

Imani Uzuri was chosen as an artist-in-residence in 2015. This happened at the Park Avenue Armory. An artist-in-residence is a special program. It gives artists time and space to create new work. It also helps them share their art with others.

In March 2016, Uzuri made her debut at Lincoln Center. This was part of their American Songbook series. Performing at Lincoln Center is a big deal for any musician. It shows she is recognized for her amazing talent.