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Daria Jazz

Living in: San Rafael, CA, United States.
DARIA is an innovative vocalist and songwriter, known for her unique interpretations of Jazz, Brazilian and Pop songs. She has 3 critically acclaimed CDs. Her most recent, "Strawberry Fields Forever, Songs by the Beatles", was released on award winning Origin Records. Daria has performed internationally, including tours to Japan and Montreux Jazz. She toured with Dan Hicks and The Hot Licks for over 10 years. Currently, The Hot Licks continue to carry the torch for Dan Hicks music. Daria has sung in acapella groups including “The Dangerous Divas” and “Girls Night Out”. She directs the Marin Harmony A Cappella Chorus. Daria has recorded and/or shared the stage with many notable musicians including, Dan Hicks (SurfDog Records), Ricki Lee Jones, Diana Krall, Bonnie Raitt, Dave Grisman, Bob Dorough, Maria Muldaur, Joe Sample, Christian McBride, José Neto, Harvie S, Lewis Nash and Alex Acuna, among many others.

“Daria’s phrasing, gives a new perspective to the lyrics. When she purrs, “You can knit a sweater by the fireside,” it sounds like a sensual delight.” - Downbeat

”She sings with unself-conscious abandon, extraordinary range, fearlessly reinventing tunes and melodies." – Paul Liberatore, Marin IJ