Steven Feifke Big Band with Veronica Swift - Until The Real Thing Comes Along

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"Excitement and exploration give way to repose as “Until the Real Thing Comes Along” receives a beautiful reading by Veronica Swift. Recalling iconic moments of this song’s rich history, from Andy Kirk to Jackie Wilson, Feifke’s arrangement ultimately is one of restraint, romanticism, even reverence. While softer textures provide a beautiful framing for Swift’s gorgeous singing, Feifke sneaks in indulgences for careful listeners: a tricky key change up by a tritone prior the vocals’ entrance is just one of many surprises quietly hiding in the soft textural clouds."
-Seton Hawkins
Vocals - Veronica Swift
Reed 1 - Andrew Gould (solo)
Reed 2 - Alexa Tarantino
Reed 3 - Lucas Pino
Reed 4 - Sam Dillon
Reed 5 - Andrew Gutauskas
Trumpet 1 - Max Darché
Trumpet 2 - John Lake
Trumpet 3 - Benny Benack III
Trumpet 4 - Gabriel King Medd
Trombone 1 - Robert Edwards
Trombone 2 - Jeffery Miller
Trombone 3 - Armando Vergara
Bass Trombone - Jennifer Wharton
Guitar - Alex Wintz
Piano - Steven Feifke
Bass - Dan Chmielinski
Drums - Jimmy Macbride
Mixed by Brian Montgomery
Mastered by Dave Darlington
Filmed by Noel Woodford
Video Editing by Alex Weitz
#stevenfeifke #bigband #kinetic
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Steven Feifke, born June 21st, 1991, is an award-winning pianist, composer and orchestrator with degrees from New York University and the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with true luminaries of composition and orchestration, Gil Goldstein and Jim McNeely.
Feifke's tenure in New York City has led to big band and orchestral collaborations with artists like Veronica Swift, Chad LB, Santino Fontana, and more. "Kinetic" marks Feifke's big band debut with his own voice with his own band.
In addition to his New York Collaborations, Feifke's big band music has been featured by ensembles as far as the Malmo Band in Switzerland, and his orchestral music was debuted in August 2019 at the New Generation Festival in Florence, Italy. He has also written original works for television and film media; his music can be heard on Jerry Seinfeld’s hit Netflix show “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.”
Feifke is a two-time semifinalist in the Thelonious Monk Jazz Piano competition, and has been featured as a piano sideman on over 20 recordings, notably albums by Ulysses Owens, Jr., Chad Lefkowitz-Brown, Danny Janklow and Alexa Tarantino. He is also the recent winner of the 2020 David Baker Prize in composition from the Ravinia Festival for his composition for piano trio and string quartet, “The Promised Land.”
In 2018, Feifke received an Arts Mid- Hudson “Pros Meet Pupils” grant for his curriculum designed to teach students jazz history through performance. He has also appeared as a guest lecturer and guest artist at educational institutions around the US like Yale University, Williams College, Moravian College, Northern Illinois University, and more. He currently sits on faculty at The New School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, where he teaches composition and arranging.
"Kinetic" features Feifke's regular 18-piece ensemble, as well as special guest appearances by Veronica Swift and Ulysses Owens Jr.
Feifke is a Yamaha Performing Artist.

[@pianoman7652]

Veronica Swift is Simply the Greatest vocalist I've heard in Years.... Sensational !

[@BertDaanje]

Beautiful! Her voice recalls memories of the greatest jazz singers from the 20e century. 👏🎼🎙🎷

[@StevenFeifke]

agreed! Veronica is incredible

[@rboaxx9065]

With a great conviction in her voice!

[@MATATONORTIZ]

Awesome!

[@stuartdryer1352]

My thoughts exactly.

[@BrianKrock]

Just gorgeous singing, writing, and playing. Could listen to this all day!

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you man!

[@timchapman5567]

Wonderful music.

[@johnbililake9725]

I heard 5 seconds on insta and I needed to hear the whole thing immediately

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks so much John!

[@lorantsaska]

Veronica Swift is the best!!!!!!!!!!

[@StevenFeifke]

She is truly incredible!

[@zacharykoplin6543]

Second only to Fats Waller himself

[@jeffreycraven8154]

Love you band Steve, love the late '40s/early '50s sound like what your band performs here.

[@jonathankajeckas4739]

Veronica Swift in this performance evoked the best of Sarah Vaughn and Ella Fitzgerald. Awesome horns, beautiful arrangement. Thank you!

[@adecolborne1339]

Steve, you need to record a whole album with VS, stunning combination

[@shaddjimenez4524]

Still second this!

[@peterhaslund]

Such a great voice, near perfect pitch without losing any warmth or emotion. Sweet.

[@StevenFeifke]

couldn't agree more! Veronica is amazing

[@michaeltutty1540]

Not perfect pitch at all. A talented musician who knows how and when to sing out of tune to make the chords work.

[@TheSoulagent]

Near perfect pitch? How do you know?

[@peterhaslund]

You got ears for a reason@@TheSoulagent

[@peterhaslund]

@@michaeltutty1540 Do you understand the word "near" or do you need to google it?

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Rarities; A burning ballad. A knowing voice. Swinging the sunshine on a cloudy day!

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you, Michael!

[@tatum_langley]

GOD this song builds GORGEOUSLY

[@CharlieHoliday369]

THIS is a Jazz singer and one of the finest!

[@curtwesser9787]

First off the bandleader is fantastic the way he arranged that classic Sammy Cahn song but that young lady wow she can just hit you and drop the mic wow!

[@jimbrown1559]

Is there another singer the scene today who could have done this? I can't think of one! Only someone with her total immersion in the history of the music! And a great sounding band with a fine chart.

[@mikeq6384]

Steve, INCREDIBLE ARRANGEMENT on this one, great marriage of your arrangement, big band, and the true talent of Veronica Swift !

[@jazzboy18]

Incredible! Veronica is a powerhouse!

[@carlyryan4439]

I love that storytelling! When the big band music started to play, the female sing a jazzy song because the male hero experiences a connection with her while she is singing and can have her. She tends to be out of the main hero's reach because she sings like a nightingale. I love that kind of music! First class!

[@michaeltutty1540]

Absolutely fantastic. It is wonderful to listen to a musician who knows how to tune the notes to perfection. A gorgeous rendition of the beautiful melody.

[@yonkel0]

Good lawd...who could down vote this?! Buttery. Nice arrangement and great playing by the band and Veronica mesmerizes.

[@roberthelms1737]

That was outstanding Veronica, just the right amount of emotion without going over the top.

[@neliareyes5921]

Keep on doing music everyone! You all sound Awesome!!!🎼💕👏👏👏

[@StevenFeifke]

we sure will! thank you for the nice words

[@readwritejazz3483]

SF, your arrangements SWANG SO HARD!!! You MUST make a full studio album with Ms. Swift! You owe it to the music, to posterity, and to all of us who want to buy that album!

[@shaddjimenez4524]

It would be cemented in history

[@shaddjimenez4524]

Don't forget Andrew Gould.

[@VideofyAudiofy]

What a subtle, supportive arrangement, Steven. You're the best!

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks so much!!

[@mgmmgm1599]

We love your music very much. Veronica is also fantastic and beautiful singer.

[@memarkiam]

Just gorgeous. Everything about it. Congratulations and thank you ;)

[@scottluster4873]

Veronica did a version of a song my aunt, June Christy, was associated with called "Interlude." I was so impressed, I not only bought it, but I did so with a tear in my eye. What a marvelous singer!

[@uzettem6964]

Perfection! All of you great musicians here. WOW. And Veronica so sublime🤩

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you! And yes, she is wonderful

[@ulrichhobler8755]

Fantastic singer and players! Thank you for sharing.

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you for listening!

[@artvesterdal5100]

Oh goodness… I can’t help but love creative jazz. Stellar. SmashIng. That just rocks.

[@yversorrod1529]

This is nothing but pure EXCELLENCE!🤩👌🏼

[@rogerdavis5447]

Fabulous arrangement and singing. Now, if only one could find this music (live orchestra) next to a dance floor!

[@barryoverstreet4876]

Man, just keep discoverin' all your "knockin' it outta the park" material, and the terrific young talent you are gathering together to get it out there. This ol' dog lovin' your new tricks..... and that voice? Heard her with @chimeyonthebass and it was swoonworthy enough; with an entire big band? Well, I done laid down and died..... and gone to heaven. Guess it'll do...... 💥⭐❤️

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks so much, Barry! Glad you're digging everything.

[@curtwesser9787]

The band is fantastic but this young lady is amazing

[@cindyvestal13]

After hearing the 1930s hit version, I searched for other covers. This is by far the ultimate best of them all!

[@melvinpolanski7249]

Incredible how an old song can bring such pleasure and excitement to the listener. Well done Steven, Veronica, and musicians!

[@jazzcolossus]

I’m a bit late to the party… but what an amazing version! That voice too!!! Stunning x

[@MrPARKBRAU]

Lovely voice.....powerful

[@DebdenJohnny]

Wonderful! Loved it. A superb combination of great musicians and Veronica’s spectacular vocals. As good as it gets.

[@mariadelourdesgarciagomez8398]

Super sweet voice....i like it very much....The Band so pro"....the pianist...wonderfull....so nice everything....Congratulations...to all of you!!🎉🎼🎵the saxo...❤...🎉super!

[@billwentz5014]

Artistry personified! Thank you for your marvelous contribution.

[@HDBerlin]

Absolutely fabulous, great band and singer. Thanks.

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@dorisb1733]

Magnifique ! Veronica Swift is always amazing but this music and her singing together are just perfect ! ❤️

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you! I agree, Veronica is incredible.

[@fromtexasbygod]

2nd best jazz arrangement & vocal of all time after Feifke/Swift “On The Street Where You Live”!

[@bribrindo9332]

FABULOUS!!!

[@2bouvmom]

this was a request for me to to learn from some folks that listen to the band i sing with and i'd never heard it. Wow. Great sounding band, and gorgeous vocals..perfect definition of sublime. the pressure is on! that sax is fantastic,

[@StevenFeifke]

We're glad you found us! Thanks for checking it out!

[@murphy625]

Reminds me of the Metropole orchestra. Gorgeous!

[@lawrencecardente533]

Beautiful performance!

[@buthan494]

Veronica. A melhor cantora de jazz da história.

[@nursebridgie]

Smooth as SILK ❤

[@Azman.]

Wooow Veronica !! Looking like those early skool cat lady !! Greetings from Jazzman Kuala Lumpur.

[@jeanpierrecarpentier]

So beautiful,, what a great band,, what a wonderful performance

[@brucehecht947]

Superb! Both are great musicians!

[@NickandJane]

Fabulous! What a voice! What an arrangement! Loved every delicious note of this 🎶😍

[@simplymelodicmeissimplyme237]

Real jazz singing

[@paulogekas4847]

Beautiful!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍

[@feifa13]

Omg. Too good, I love it.

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you mah brother! ❤️

[@ShakedS]

That’s wonderful!

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you!

[@sorenfuhrer401]

This is brilliant on so many levels. Thank you so much for sharing such gems with us.

[@StevenFeifke]

thank you Sören! Hope we will be able to work together in the future.

[@sorenfuhrer401]

@@StevenFeifke you're very welcome and yes, I hope so too

[@isaacvelazquez7937]

Steven I obsessed over every single post you have made along with people like Chad LB, Jacob Mann, and Dan (Chimilenski??? We went to neighboring high schools and MYAC). I can’t express how grateful I am for every single arrangement you do. It literally has become just an inspiration to practice that same standard non stop til you post a new one. I wanna respect your future endeavors and time as much as possible, but PLEASE keep em frequent:’) I love them beyond belief, thank you❤️

[@StevenFeifke]

Isaac! Thank you so much for this beautiful note. You're the best!

[@basilhendricks788]

I'm from south Africa love to play your charts, I'm in a community big band wish I can play some of your charts but the dollar exchange is to expensive for us, do have any of your old charts you would like to share with us

[@harrtfield743]

Wow！

[@StevenFeifke]

That's what I think of Veronica too!

[@sergiostanislauskas8985]

Amazing Verônica (as always). The band also rocks! Kudos guys!!

[@StevenFeifke]

thank you, Sergio!

[@swingmanic]

I played the title track "Kinetic" from the album on my radio show down here in Oztralia this Saturday gone (20/03/21)...Due for release on 9/04/21) - An awesome album that I hope does well for you. 👍👍

[@StevenFeifke]

Awesome! Thanks so much for playing it, I hope you enjoy the rest of the record!

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

Well, the "real thing" has definitely come along with Veronica Swift. Without much fanfare in the mainstream of popular music, female vocal jazz has made a real comeback in the last 20 years or so, and Veronica Swift is one of those latest shining lights. Ms. Swift definitely has the "pipes" and the jazz chops to join the female jazz singing greats. Some might say that she is just "channeling" greats likes Ella, Billie Holiday, or Anita O'Day, but Ms. Swift manages to put her own spin on all those influencers. Here she shows how a swinging jazz ballad should be sung. Also, a mellow, but swinging outing for the band. Jazz lives!

[@stuartdryer1352]

Amazingly perfect. Everything.

[@valarieballog6218]

She's great

[@Spicy_Zach]

Incredible. Some brilliant artists involved in this one. Thank you

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks, Zach!

[@dfcordovez]

Now that’s really nice. Takes me to New Port, days of Anita O’Day “The Girl Singer” Beautiful 🤩 Steven 🎶

[@StevenFeifke]

Thanks Diego!

[@MrsSmithWayStump]

Just absolutely lovely, incredible. Wonderful players and vocal. Love love love 💕

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you!

[@marcogomez2232]

So good! Great music being made here :)

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you, Marco!

[@tedhong9730]

Excellent arrangement and voices! Thank you for keeping the genre alive and so well!

[@williamlrobinson6293]

Great band arrangement with the fantastic voice from Veronica Swift!!

[@giulia6972]

From Argentina: Bravo!!!

[@basilhendricks788]

Hell man what a band great arrangement

[@kenwallace5250]

i just love this . so good it warms my heart

[@jacksonmack]

Keeping us keen until the whole thing comes along! A bit over a month now!

[@StevenFeifke]

almost there!

[@wojtekstankowski-pianojazz721]

Extraordinary talent!!!

[@StevenFeifke]

thank you!

[@timmo491]

Super version well done!

[@eranimongelos5749]

BravoooooO !!!!!

[@MrGonzaga1975]

Terrific!!!

[@ABCABC-gv1gc]

Perfekt blend.

[@johns.9819]

veronica touch made it magically

[@kurtheyl]

Veroinca has never sounded better!

[@sav7568]

Love the glasses. Very Anita O'Day.

[@davidtrevino2682]

Love it!!

[@TheodorEllefsen]

This is pure gold. I love every single second of it!

[@bartlakey4926]

Brilliant!!!

[@robertbranco1126]

Heard her last night with Chris Botti at SF Jazz great she is a great new talent

[@caseyshiloh247]

This is excellent.

[@johncheman6222]

Wonderful!!

[@michaelbruce1847]

THis is why we all need strong band programs in the schools!!

[@vladislavmineev4774]

Bravo!

[@robertcochrane4251]

class from start to finish, thanks from scotland

[@TheSoulagent]

Beautiful !. Style ! Serious chops !

[@iancurrie3763]

Wow!

[@TheSoulagent]

Just classic !!

[@iwansantoso4547]

So Amazing......

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you!

[@gregburris9972]

Wow! Great arrangement and band… but Veronica! Oh my! I hear Ella sometimes, and in the ending, pure Dinah Washington. Fantastic!!!

[@zoot261065]

Instantly fell in love with Veronica

[@vincenzotammaro7137]

Very nice!

[@StevenFeifke]

Thank you!