Samara Joy live in NYC [full concert] | Trinity Church Wall Street | Nov 8

Samara Joy, vocalist
Ben Paterson, piano
Felix Moseholm, bass
Evan Sherman, drums
Check out our 2022-23 Jazz at One series line-up:
March 13: Ingrid Jensen Quartet
March 20: Nikara Warren presents Black Wall Street
March 27: Melvis Santa's Jazz Orishas Quintet
April 17: Winard Harper and Jeli Posse
April 24: Jerome Jennings and Naomi Extra “Get Free Collective"
May 1: Wilson/Rosnes/Washington Trio
May 7: Kenny Barron and Christian McBride
View details at trinitywallstreet.org/music/2....
On Tuesdays in October and November 2022 we welcomed an eclectic mix of brilliant jazz artists to St. Paul's Chapel as part of our free, weekly Jazz at One series. As part of this series we were joined on November 8 by lifelong vocal prodigy and recent Grammy® award-winner Samara Joy at St. Paul’s Chapel for a simply breathtaking set we're still thinking about. Enjoy!
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[@camary1996]

There have been some GREAT ladies of Jazz. Lena Horne, Ella Fitzgerald, Nancy Wilson, Sarah Vaughan, Billie Holiday, and Nina Simone to name a few. We have a new one to add to the list…..”Samara Joy”! Wishing you a long and prosperous musical career!

[@vblake530530]

And she’s what? 23 years old. My God.

[@joycesolomon9894]

Here comes Samara Joy 😊 ❤️ 💙 💜

[@claudettehuntington2933]

@@joycesolomon9894 Excellent

[@claudettehuntington2933]

@@vblake530530 What avoice

[@MeelaESQ]

and add to that most recent list Cecile McLorin Salvant, Veronica Swift, Jazzmeia Horn - JAZZ singing alive and well!!

[@terrykobleck6529]

I don’t get to go to many concerts being on a fixed income but when I found out Samara was coming to Ann Arbor I tightened my belt and sprung for a ticket. It was so worth the peanut butter sandwiches for a couple of weeks. She is so warm and her voice is flawless. Some of the notes she hits just make your heart vibrate. She gives so much respect to her accompanists and they give it right back. And she talks to the audience so you learn a little about her life. I couldn’t stop smiling throughout the whole concert.

[@cherylsessoms8753]

I would’ve done the peanut butter too… to be there, oh yes 👍🏾

[@sherylmoss9958]

A vocalist like Samara Joy does not come along often Her vocal range is out of bounds Black Girls Rock Black Girl Magic

[@gachaculb5972]

I just found out about Samara Joy. What a marvelous sounding voice. I had to go and find out more about her through the internet. I've been listening to her music on a daily basis since.

[@reginaldgarner4321]

@SHERYL MOSS, Black Giftedness From God

[@reginaldgarner4321]

Samara, upbeat, classy, joyful Joy!

[@veepee5495]

❤

[@Littlemissrona42]

Samara is no match for Fantasia in gospel or Jazz. Female R&B singers like Leela James, Selena Johnson & Keke Wyatt out sing Samara!

[@sharonbaker8738]

I discovered Ms. Joy tonight for the first time, watching the Grammys!!! Unbelievable Amazing Sensational ❤🎉❤

[@Ann-ux2gx]

So glad I watched the Grammy’s to discover this voice. Isn’t it a joy to find a new voice to follow? I’m excited to hear the many interpretations she’ll come up with.

[@angelasharp6413]

Me too! I'm hooked!

[@yandia77]

Me too ❤

[@WonderwomantheOg1]

Me Three or Four !!! She’s amazing 💞🎉💞

[@barbaraswiftcoleman5089]

I saw her for the first time on the news, about a week before the Grammys. She is truly awesome. Congratulations Samara!

[@JamesBerger-bb3on]

Wow! Just... She's taken in Ella, Sarah, Betty... and she's 23. What a musical phenomenon and genius!!!

[@ShakiraAbdulAli]

It's like ALL of them scoured the universe, found her, and said, "YOU!!! You will carry our legacy forward, Chile!" WOWZAH!

[@inspirebymikaeli3502]

She's a gift and a sure shot for an Ella biopic no one sounded like her but now I think we have a winner of a new Grammy and a match!

[@Fred__]

We have to wait, she’s just starting the career

[@ruthanklin9984]

Just amazing talent

[@margaretwilliams7658]

​@@Fred__, "wait" for what?

[@NURREDIN]

You know you're good when you come out with just piano,bass,and drums,and you OWN the set!

[@gustanski]

More of this please! Wonderful to hear a singer that actually sings as opposed to auto tune, musicians that actually play as opposed to pushing buttons, and lyrics that don't consist of vile language. Thank you!

[@deborahbrooks7143]

👏👏

[@sepsi411]

​@@deborahbrooks7143 ei ellen oh yeah

[@topturretgunner]

Every time I hear Samara sing I grow more impressed with her. A baby boomer here at 70+ years with a mom and 3 aunts who studied piano and voice I was exposed to music 🎼 early in life from classical to big band and jazz. Samara truly is an old soul when it comes to her talent Lena Horn and Sarah Vaughn come to mind. Samara you go and shine brightly you new star in the heaven of jazz. Hmm a little Nat King Cole influence. Loved him too.

[@gmoney6211]

Saw her last night in Toronto Feb 25/2024....Stellar!!!!

[@Hexicka]

She makes it look so easy! Almost made me believe I could sing too. 😂 Beautiful, amazing. And seems to be a nice person too. Best of luck.

[@judypennell8147]

Just saw you win Grammy for new artist. I quickly had to find out more about the artist with such an amazing talent. Your voice is absolutely mesmerizing!

[@ladyofak8584]

Yeah same thing here.😍

[@berthonpowell7366]

Two awards

[@AndreaMcNeely220]

I have been on a hunt for every instance of Samara Joy's performances. I can't get enough. I am amazed that she has been singing jazz for just a few years. She has amazing stylistic sensibilities as well as outstanding control of her phenomenal instrument -- the equivalent of an ability to "leap tall buildings in a single bound," i.e., she can smoothly jump from her robust chest voice to heady falsetto and soprano with crystal clarity. And just think, she's just getting started. 🤩💖

[@ahmadlarnes853]

I can't believe what I'm witnessing. I'm so incredibly emotional after watching this performance. Looking forward to seeing you in Rotterdam late Feb. you are truly blessed Samara

[@mosk666]

I am in awe of her. Her voice (and her grace ) is unparalleled. She is an old soul reincarnated in a 23 year old woman.

[@vanessafitzpatrick5635]

Yes she is. A very old soul.

[@sunibunny5]

Haha....very old soul without experiance 😂 otherwise she would sing with more emotions, not so cold

[@cassandrajones3689]

It was the 2023 Grammy's when I was blown away and became one of your fans! I have always loved jazz music but sistah, your voice is taking this genre to a new level. Blessings on your career. Keep singing!! I am a FOREVER FAN!!

[@user-tx3te9tq5z]

The pianist is absolutely loving Samara, to him she is pure joy.😊😊😊😊😊. How absolutely amazing🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@memp9786]

Imagine how satisfying it might be to play an instrument really well, but have someone with a voice SO AMAZING, they actually enhance the sound & quality of your instrument! 🤯🙌🏾🙌🏾 He’s great at it, but she’s mind-blowing- and that’s the awe he’s in! ❤

[@mamajan99]

The world was introduced to the smooth sounds of Samara Joy on Sunday night at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards when she took home two Grammys, including the highly coveted Best New Artist!

[@inspirebymikaeli3502]

Well deserved 👏

[@mariegraves6102]

She was introduced to the world via The Today Show and appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show when she received news of her Grammy nominations. I bought her CD as soon as it was released. I already KNEW she'd win Grammy's!!!

[@yellowsport3]

You rock Samara! Your voice rock Samara! You guys rock! Super cool stuff there!

[@theokgapola7034]

It would be remiss of me not to thank the accompanying instrumentalists of Samara. The pianist is out of this world - just great as the piano and the voice dialogues beautifully. The bassist has got this smart soulful sound coming from the back ground. The drummer is not only a time keeper of the ensemble but his playing is magical. Listen to his melodic and soft touch on the skins of the drums with the brushes. He uses the drum-sticks softly, no wild percussive explosions. The whole ensemble is good at what they are doing individually and collectively. I guess it's a case of the whole is greater than the sum of the parts👌👏👏🎵🎶👍 Theo Kgapola Benoni GAUTENG.

[@redbuzz2030]

Spot on analysis…

[@marthajohnson4335]

Her range is absolutely amazing.

[@rayetanner6207]

This young lady's talent is phenomenal. I am in awe! Praying your life continues to share and enjoy this magical journey. I've witnessed in concert and met ladies of song like Betty Carter, Sarah Vaughn, Gloria Lynne, and Lena Horne. I, too, am from New York--born and raised in Harlem and the Bronx--and a former student of CUNY at Lehman College. So I say, HEY GIRLFRIEND! from your ol' girl from the one and only Big Apple, as I just turned 72 on Sunday. Gotta admit--I didn't see you coming, sweet pumpkin, but I'm sooo glad you're here!!! You will certainly carry on splendidly from whence the greatest have come. I thank God for you!

[@1marttie]

Bass player is absolutely Killing!!!!

[@Lagusaya2]

Fully agree!!!

[@rickborbons4398]

...holy moly...we're looking at a jazz legend in the making...

[@claudiascott6484]

I thank the LORD my parents exposed his children to different genres of great music. Contimued success Miss Samara Joy. The Bronx in the House. 🍁🌻🌷💯

[@reginaldgarner4321]

@Claudia Scott, I'm so inspired by Samara's stellar voice and gifted accompanying trio that I will reflect on her voice when I sit down at my piano and create some new music. Thank God for Samara, the Bronx, and New York...and the healing power of music!

[@VFizz]

This beautiful young lady is incredible and has such a great attitude! We definitely gotta keep an eye on her :)

[@mdsoulsounds]

Joy is such an apropos name for such a beautiful vocalist with such a humble but enormous talent.

[@jillianarnold441]

So much like Sarah Vaughan... absolutely beautiful WOW

[@sunibunny5]

Why always this comparing? He is uniqe...! And Sara Vaugh was also the only ine like every human bin! PLEASE stop doing this...its not fair...!

[@sigismundjumbo8065]

What a silky smooth voice. So this music still exists today. I thought it's since gone and forgotten. Thank God for SJ. My love is alive and well. Keep moving up old time jazz. It's immortal. Such an enthralling sound. Tnx again SJ.

[@foreverbrownbeauty1118]

This young lady has an amazing voice. She is breaking barriers for new artists coming behind her. She has a voice that is beyond her years. What a treasure. Keep rising to the top Samara Joy.

[@mcbriani1]

Wonderful voice. Lovely that she won the Grammy!

[@wandawilliams7864]

She’s all the late greats wrapped in one! God is the only one who passes out this kind of gift🙏🏽

[@inspirebymikaeli3502]

OMG! SARAH AND ELLA INCARNATION WHAT A BLESSING!

[@DavidAmores-wo7dv]

Samara Joy you are phenomenal. No one sounds like you. That's why you were nominated and won for Grammys.

[@kimhunter7763]

This young woman has it, a true gift, amazing and she has her OWN sound!

[@mjconsult2757]

Congrats on Best New Artist for the year! May you continue to have an incredible and prosperous career. Stay healthy and safe.

[@BellaBella-jw9ef]

Talking voice is lovely; singing voice is otherworldly.

[@loreenpaige2182]

Blessed by GOD❤❤❤

[@TheBakko343]

I sincerely hope that our black youth are paying attention to Samara Jay. I want them to understand that Samara is paying respect to jazz music that is the foundation of American music that is a gift from black folks. The rhythms of r&b, gospel, jazz and hip hop are heard in all American music is rooted in the black community. And Samara Jay gives a fresh take on the classics and a nod to our black young artists that you can perform jazz classics and still be fly.

[@sherriekoberevans3935]

I agree listening to her music all day thanks u tube she has such a presentation

[@sherriekoberevans3935]

I must say my heart fills up as tears fall it brings back memories of greatness in one she has her own style great back up

[@loreenpaige2182]

She stands on a generation of prayers and consummate musicians ❤

[@luismatos8810]

One of my laments in life and being of modest means is that my dream of being present during a performance of one of the great ones as listed in these comments was gone. Thank you Ms Joy I have a new hope and dream that someday I will attend one of your performances.

[@mjdrhd0318]

She wows me each time she sings she has a gift and we are blessed to be in the audience..thank you Samara for sharing your gift

[@niti73]

Wow!!!! So great hearing young people keeping jazz alive. Congrat's Samara. You are blessed....

[@johnpaterson6112]

Over 6 minutes before the music starts..,..but glad l waited!

[@srenwesseltoft4850]

Dear Samara - you are fantastic please come to Denmark❤️

[@BetOliveira1]

what a JOY it is to listen to SAMARA!

[@CarloTenore]

Her voice is incredible, but her humility is sublime..

[@sunibunny5]

Also Emotions are sublime...boring after 20 Min

[@gloriaboyd6078]

Samara Joy has blown me away,what a beautiful voice ,Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughan would be extremely proud of her as I am .

[@patriciatucknall4901]

Alright! Beautiful! Love her! Wonderful range. Congratulations! I will be following you, Samara Joy!

[@sharonswearington5980]

She "will" have a Long and beautiful career, I'm anxious to catch her in concert when she come to Atlanta.....🌹

[@paweldoruch1016]

Even just her speaking voice is totally enchanting

[@conishkee]

1/7/24: I'm on the late freight but, ever since seeing her for the first-time last week, I have been scouring KZbin for every performance/interview she's done. I love how she acknowledges the musicians in her band by naming them to the audience. She is captivatingly talented, well-spoken, gorgeous and with a very likeable personality but, most of all, she loves her family and is very humble and sincerely appreciates the success God has blessed her with; I just love her and wish her all the best in her career.

[@collegeri]

I honestly thought this kind of singing was a lost art. I hope she never changes her style. She is so good.

[@ChereeLS]

I wish I could "like" this video every time I listen to it. Here are some more hearts for Samara, Ben, Felix, & Evan for sharing this event with us!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@tayvonhughes3963]

I can’t wait until I see her live

[@maryannlang]

So encouraging to see real talent being noticed and recognized in this genre of music. Your voice, and style, is truly amazing Holy shhh WHAT A VOICE!!! All the great singers mentioned here are merely great voices along with you. They are in good company. CONGRATULATIONS SAMARA JOY!!

[@lindyjohnson6563]

I saw a video of her on Facebook and was immediately hooked on her beautiful voice 😌

[@Jor-Day-Nah]

3 months later, she's a Grammy-winner artist... Bless ya Samara! :)

[@patricklawrence2755]

FUGGIN 23YRS OLD?!?!?!? I just discovered this woman, and i cant pull my jaw offof the floor enough after every song i hear...WOW!!!

[@robcary2808]

Samara: What a distinct pleasure it was to meet you on the Jazz cruise and listen to your incredible voice all cruise long. Ella, Sarah, Billie, Dee Dee, Carmen, embrace you. You have already created your legacy dear friend.Your interview with Shelly Berg was wonderful.

[@anarchristian]

This was at St Paul's, associated with Trinity, a few blocks north of Wall Street. St Paul's is where George Washington prayed and 9/11 first responders rested between shifts.

[@srobinson35]

This is beautiful. Thank you Grammy’s for introducing me to this voice!!

[@lucyscofield7945]

Wow!!! U sound soooo wonderful jus like Nina Simone I just finish watching the Grammy award u won the new artist award so I look up and like the song who I saw today love this song congratulation to u girl

[@ritawashington6074]

Love it jazz is back

[@roykasika870]

Samara. Thanks so much for being the traditionalist that you are. Conserving the art. Beautiful music

[@lystraedwards2747]

this is the moment was a MOMENT for me. that acapella with drum into a crescendo into full band was magnificent.

[@shirleybeck9236]

Samara Joy brings joy to my heart to know that the "classic jazz sound" will be around forever!!! Wonderful concert; her range is unbelievable!! Great job young lady; stay true to this type of music.

[@ernestacosta2431]

Congrats to Samara Joy on her Grammy win. This concert recording was awesome. I love her style. All of the musicians were on point (piano, drums, bass A++) and I also love that she is from my boro of the Bronx. My hats off to a beautiful and unique young lady that will be around for many years. Respect.

[@bonniekindler4885]

Killing IT! Samara - you have been truly blessed. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

[@GEORGEARNARE]

The legendary Carmen McRae lives on in this brilliant young singer. The future looks brighter for her being in it! Phew!

[@8888isabella]

Awesome! She embraces all of the best of the past.

[@montyl.9017]

Thanks for the ride down memory lane!I

[@keishap7927]

We have something special right here smooth and sweet.😊

[@kaweesahenryk]

Samara reminds me of Nina Simone! What a voice 🙌. God bless you Samara Joy

[@quine9386]

It’s good see and hear a different type of go back roots music. Thank you God for this voice.

[@roumelleaton1368]

What an awesome performance!! Samara Joy is absolutely amazing and the band was outstanding!! ❤👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@apparecidaguedes6106]

Maravilhosa. Traduzir para o português, ninguém tem obrigação de saber inglês, embora seja a moda atual!

[@mlr9370]

What a JOY Samara Joy brings to my world of music. I am from the era of the greatest jazz vocalists and feel blessed to have had the opportunity over many years to have seen the finest of them in live concerts or in small smoke filled venues . My late husband & I would travel to see them perform in concert, building wonderful musical memories. We filled our music library with all the fabulous sounds of their talents that still thrill us today. How wonderful to add the new gifted talent and sound of Samara Joy. Age doesn't allow me to travel anymore, otherwise I most certainly would attend one of her performances. However, I am grateful for CD's & KZbin which make it possible for me to bring her beautiful voice and talent into my home. Thank You Samara for the JOY you bring.

[@Bennyplays]

SET LIST AND TIME STAMPS 7:04 'Social Call' (music by Gigi Gryce, with lyrics later added by Jon Hendricks) 12:30 'Autumn Nocturne' (music by Joe Myrow, lyrics by Kim Gannon) 16:13 'This is the Moment' (music by Friedrich Hollaender, music by Leo Robin) 20:40 'Can't Get Out of This Mood' (music by Jimmy McHugh, lyrics by Frank Loesser) 28:15 Thelonious Monk medley: 'San Francisco Holiday' aka 'Worry Later' (lyrics by Margot Guryan), 'Round Midnight' (Jon Hendricks) 39:43 'Linger Awhile' (music by Vincent Rose, lyrics by Harry Owens) 43:18 'Guess Who I Saw Today?' (music by Murray Grand, lyrics by Elisse Boyd) 48:12 'Five O'Clock in the Morning Blues' (Joe Williams)

[@renzo6490]

Many Thanks

[@cherylsessoms8753]

Fantastic!!! What an amazing voice. I’m left absolutely SPEECHLESS.

[@timdelaney3190]

43:15 Guess Who I Saw Today with a little sampling of Stevie Wonder's Lately at the end, and that final note..... breath - taking!

[@Jdear407]

I love these intimate settings for this type of jazz. This is how it all got started! ❤

[@levasconcellos19]

Wow 😊❤ a star is born!!!!!!!

[@mrs.nilimadani4546]

I found Samara so joyful, beautiful voice, what a range ! So rare to hear beautiful poetry, so softly sung!

[@tommackay7433]

Generational talent.

[@danieldecarvalho3616]

Desbancou a espalhafatosa Anita no Grammy Latino. Parabéns 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Você tem muito talento! Musicalidade de alto nível 😃♥️

[@nirasilvalustosa]

Isso ai sim eh uma pessoa de talento não essa cachorr@ da Anita

[@levasconcellos19]

Anita que na verdade se chama Larissa é "musicagenital" kkkķ Samara Joy é espetacularrrr

[@ShowmeRNTarotReadings]

The control you show in range is amazing…. Thanks for enriching the next generation….. beautifully captured by your talented voice

[@user-mf5zs6tg4q]

What a beautiful voice and fantastic performance! This quartet is really outstanding!

[@AndreasWernerReiske-ln4kr]

JOY! I first heard her voice on DLF-Radio - now i'm "hooked"...

[@shellybirch8893]

She holds a piece of my ❤. How Beautiful she is. What an Angelic Voice. T Y Terrell for introducing her to my musical World 😊.

[@williamhogans667]

I am a new fan of this gifted young woman. Her song is like her name, Joyful.

[@dcmsr5141]

When I 1st heard this young lady sing in a video I assumed it was an autotune, after listening and reviewing her work, she is in fact, real! I am now a fan. It's been too long since we've experience a voice of this caliber. I will say her name Samara Joy!!

[@joannesmith9247]

This young lady, Samar Joy’s voice takes me back years when my entertainment was nothing but jazz. She reminds me of Sarah Vaughan, a little Carmen McRae even Billy. I got to see her here in Kansas City where in years pass you could see jazz artist day and night seven days a week. In this day and age and at her age she is extraordinary. We just don’t get this jazz talent from someone as young she is. I love listening to her!!

[@piedic.4493]

Very Beautiful woman!! Very Beautiful voice!!😍😍😍❤❤❤

[@MichaelAlexander1967]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant. I really love the Ella Fitzgerald and Sarah Vaughn similarities. The lyrics, the voice and the music are so precious and timely. This music touches my heart and soul and changes me for the better. ❤😊

[@SBClaude]

Thank you Samara Joy for so beautifully reviving a magical repertoire. Your vocal skills are astounding and your musicality is up there with the very best. You are a cultural treasure ❤

[@CarolynViolin]

Absolutely AMAZING! Samara is blessed with an incredible voice! Absolutely gorgeous pure tone with a spectacular technique! I love it when she goes from the very low notes to the very high ones. That's not easy, but she does it and everything else effortlessly. Congratulations on your Grammy award, Samara! So well deserved!

[@SpecialSP]

Thank you so much for having this video. This woman is a "Joy" ! pun intended. I just heard her on MSNBC, today and was blown away by her mature voice that speaks to the heart. ❣

[@brendacuffee9884]

2/13/23 I really enjoyed Samara Joy’s concert. She sings like a young Sarah Vaughan,whose voice I adored.

[@ajlmusic]

Outstanding! What a way to start my day. May God continue to bless this young lady and her team. Bravo!!!❤

[@rexholt6044]

She is amazing, love her! Would love to see her with Dianne Reeves and Liz Wright.

[@CharlieHoliday369]

She’s a great singer. Veronica Swift is a great Jazz singer. Both were born into musical families. God bless ‘em!

[@StupidDust]

Her breath control and lightness just brings me to that special place where a voice can exist in beauty. It isn't trying to convince us of its greatness. It is just great, feeling effortless while making it clear the skill here is remarkable.

[@shirleyallen2454]

Say that! I first saw Samara on tic tok a while back, and I knew she was out the gate, on her way to greatness with a capital G. She was signing Detour Ahead, and I listened to it repeatedly. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@shirleyallen2454]

Ben Patterson was playing the piano, amazing. I think he is her piano player.

[@patricklawrence2755]

when i listen to John Coltrane, i cry...when i listen to Sarah Vaughn, i cry, when i listen to Lady Day, i cry...when she hits these notes during the Carmen McCray song, i get teary...thats all i need to know about this woman's instrument. Ive already downloaded 10 songs for my playlist.

[@marcelolinhares8233]

My god,what a singer!!

[@redbuzz2030]

Wow!!! From start to end! Too marvelous for words.😁🙌🏽