Sam has performed extensively across the UK at venues including Ronnie Scott’s, Brighton Dome, Brighton Pavilion and The Grand, as well as festivals such as Love Supreme Jazz Festival, Shrewsbury Django Fest, Henley Festival, Winter Jamboree (Italy), Brighton Jazz Festival, and Brighton Fringe.
 

Alongside leading her own projects, including the gypsy swing group Amuse Manouche, she is a sought-after vocalist for a wide range of bands and styles. She regularly performs with groups such as The Soultastics, Sour Cherries, Brighton Mafia Big Band and Les Paul Big Band.
 

Sam is respected for her musicianship and reliability, bringing a disciplined and thoughtful approach to her work. Her vocal style is shaped by close listening to artists such as Anita O’Day, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan and Annie Ross.

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“The singer, one Sam Carelse, was extraordinary... This, I thought, is the kind of jazz I can live with.” Nicholas Lezard, The New Statesman

 

Bookings and other enquiries: hello@samcarelse.com