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Fleur Stevenson - Jazz Vocalist
One of the UK’s most distinctive jazz vocalists, Fleur Stevenson captivates audiences with her honeyed tone, charismatic stage presence, and effortless phrasing. With warmth and subtlety, she brings each lyric to life, weaving stories with every note.
Fleur’s impeccable sense of timing, space, and improvisation pays homage to jazz greats like Shirley Horn and Anita O’Day, while her fresh, stylish interpretations of classic standards - and her tender, heartfelt delivery of romantic ballads - mark her out as a unique voice on the modern jazz scene. A must-hear for lovers of first-class, straight-ahead vocal jazz.
Fleur is a respected figure on the UK jazz scene, regularly collaborating with some of the country’s top musicians, including Gareth Williams, Art Themen, Pete Billington, Dave Newton, Denny Ilett, Brandon Allen, Steve Brown, Sebastiaan de Krom, and Clark Tracey, to name just a few. She performs at many of the UK’s most prestigious venues, including the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, the 606 Club, and the Pizza Express Jazz Club in Soho.
Fleur's latest album (2022) with multi-instrumentalist Pete Billington, 'For All We Know', received much critical acclaim and is included in the prestigious Jazz Views Best Albums of the Year Award, and also featured as one of Jazz Fuel's Best 30 Jazz Releases of 2022. The album is playful and light-hearted yet with a frisson of melancholy, songs such as ‘I’ve Got You Under My skin', ‘When Sunny Gets Blue' and ‘Stella by Starlight'.
Fleur Stevenson / Hugh Turner Jazz Duo
Fleur Stevenson is a captivating jazz vocalist whose rich, expressive voice and natural stage presence have established her as one of the most exciting emerging talents on today’s jazz scene. With a foundation in classical training and a deep passion for jazz, Fleur has graced renowned venues including Ronnie Scott’s and The 606 Club. Her ability to connect with audiences through heartfelt interpretation and effortless charm ensures every performance is both intimate and unforgettable.
She is joined by the versatile Hugh Turner, a highly skilled musician whose musical journey spans funk, pop, and contemporary jazz. Bringing a fresh and dynamic approach, Hugh blends intricate harmonies with inventive improvisation, creating the perfect musical landscape for Fleur’s vocals to shine. His intuitive playing and deep musicality make each performance feel spontaneous and alive.
Together, Fleur and Hugh create a sophisticated yet relaxed duo, combining musical excellence with warmth, personality, and plenty of engaging banter. Their chemistry on stage brings a unique energy that draws audiences in and keeps them captivated from start to finish.
Whether you're a lifelong jazz lover or simply looking for an elegant live music experience, the Fleur Stevenson & Hugh Turner Jazz Duo promise an evening of style, soul, and exceptional musicianship.
“Fleur Stevenson is a wonderful singer with a great musical ear and natural jazz feel.”
— Claire Martin, OBE
“Fleur has a great voice and sense of timing, and her ability to scat is quite phenomenal. The song choice is fantastic, and she really knows how to present them.”
“Fleur Stevenson is a relaxed jazz vocalist with a bright voice, good phrasing and the ability to swing at any tempo.”
“Fleur Stevenson has a soft and pure velvety tone that make her performances swing effortlessly.”
“Stevenson is in possession of a voice which has power - yet she has the control to drop down to a caress in a heart-beat. And she can scat; boy, can she scat!”
“The honey-toned voice is a delight, excellent diction, feelingly sung.”
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