"Jimmie Herrod's dazzling concert with the Oregon Symphony this month wasn't sold out but it should have been. "Divas: Jimmie Herrod Salutes Jazz" Jan. 24 and 25 at the 2,776-seat Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall starred the 35-year-old Tacoma-born singing phenom. It was thrilling to see him on such a big stage, backed by the orchestra, right at home and right in tune. He's an original in a natty suit, and some say he has the voice of an angel."
"What makes Herrod, pronounced (her-ROD), such a skilled and appealing vocalist? He can tell a song's story. He can sing Broadway, jazz standards, pop and spirituals. He can go from a whisper to a growl. His range is vast - four octaves - and he toggles back and forth from high to low notes, though his signature falsetto is famous."
"Herrod sings directly to the audience, as if everyone is seated in the front row. In these cynical days, he projects sincerity and modestness on stage even though he's had a lot of high-profile entertainment experience. He did quite well on America's Got Talent, sang with Pink Martini and Storm Large on the OSO stage, and had gigs in Las Vegas. He's charming on a big or small stage, and reveals himself with details, song after song."
Jimmie Herrod performed "Divas: Jimmie Herrod Salutes Jazz" Jan. 24 and 25 at the 2,776-seat Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall with the Oregon Symphony. The Tacoma-born, 35-year-old vocalist showcased a four-octave range, signature falsetto, baritone scatting and the ability to move from whisper to growl. He sings Broadway, jazz standards, pop and spirituals and arranges material such as Stephen Sondheim's "Wait." He projects sincerity and modesty while connecting directly with the audience. His résumé includes a master's degree in Jazz Studies from Portland State University, America's Got Talent, performances with Pink Martini and Storm Large, and Las Vegas engagements.
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