Brandi Disterheft

Brandi Disterheft

Bass Virtuoso, Vocalist

Brandi Disterheft is an acclaimed Canadian-American jazz bassist, vocalist, and composer known for her swinging bass lines and melodic improvisations. Her music blends straight-ahead jazz with contemporary influences, often featuring her soulful vocals.

jazzpost-bopstraight-ahead jazzvocal jazz

About

Brandi Disterheft is a Juno Award-winning jazz bassist, vocalist, and composer originally from Vancouver, Canada. After establishing herself in the Canadian jazz scene, she moved to New York City, becoming a fixture on the international stage. She leads her own trio and performs globally.

Music Style

Her style is rooted in the jazz tradition, showcasing a powerful yet nuanced bass technique alongside her expressive singing. She blends hard-bop sensibilities with modern jazz arrangements, often incorporating her original compositions.

Background

Hometown
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Education
Humber College
Instruments
bass, vocals
Active
2000s-present

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Notable Collaborations

Cyndi LauperHank JonesHarold MabernVincent HerringJoe LaBarberaKenny WashingtonRenee RosnesBenny GreenKevin HaysGeorge ColemanE.J. Strickland
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