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Antoinette Montague
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| Born | Newark, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, blues |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Instruments | Vocals |
Antoinette Montague is an American singer known for her amazing jazz and blues music. She has performed all over the world. She is also known for helping others through her special foundation.
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Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Antoinette Montague was born and grew up in Newark, New Jersey. She was the youngest of seven children in a family that loved music. Her mother sang beautifully, much like the famous Ella Fitzgerald. This was Antoinette's first introduction to jazz.
As a child, Antoinette listened to many great artists. These included her mother, Nat King Cole, and Louis Armstrong. Her father often took her to the Newark Public Library. There, she could listen to even more jazz legends like Duke Ellington.
Antoinette is very creative with music. She enjoys taking songs that are not jazz or blues and changing them into her own jazz or blues style. She is inspired by many jazz legends. She also cares deeply about important issues like civil and human rights.
Jazz Woman to the Rescue Foundation
Antoinette Montague started a special group called the Jazz Woman to the Rescue Foundation. This foundation helps other artists and people. Its main goal is to collect old musical instruments and art supplies. These are then given to schools and communities that need art and music programs.
Early Performances and Mentors
Antoinette sang at her high school graduation. She also sang with a Gospel choir when she was younger. Her very first public performances were at the Peppermint Lounge in East Orange, New Jersey.
Many talented musicians helped guide Antoinette. These important mentors included Etta Jones, Carrie Smith, Della Griffin, and Myrna Lake. Etta Jones was a particularly strong influence on her.
Antoinette Montague's Music Career
Antoinette Montague has performed with many famous jazz and blues musicians. Some of these artists include Benny Powell, Wycliffe Gordon, and Bobby Sanabria. She has also shared the stage with international musicians like Warren Vaché and Bucky Pizzarelli.
Headlining Performances
Antoinette has headlined her own shows at many famous places. She has performed for Jazzmobile and at Birdland with the Duke Ellington Band. She has also sung at Lincoln Center's Dizzy's Club-Cola and the Blue Note.
She has performed in concert halls and jazz clubs around the world. In 2010, she sang with the 46-piece Ashdod Orchestra in Israel. She has also performed internationally with the Belgrade Philharmonic Orchestra in Russia.
Recent Collaborations
Antoinette is a featured singer with the Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band. This group has been nominated for multiple Grammy Awards. In 2023, she appeared on their Grammy-nominated album Vox Humana. She sang alongside Janis Siegel and Jennifer Jade Ledesna on this album, which was recorded live at Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola in New York City.
Antoinette Montague's Albums
Antoinette Montague has released several of her own albums. She has also been a featured singer on other artists' recordings.
Solo Albums
- Pretty Blues (2006)
- Behind the Smile (2010)
- World Peace in the Key of Jazz
- Jazz Woman to the Rescue (2015)
Featured Performances on Other Albums
- Picadillo? Yes, Madly! with Dave Chamberlain's Band of Bones (2018)
- Vox Humana with Bobby Sanabria Multiverse Big Band (2023)
