Rose Colella is the type of vocalist that gets referred to in Jazz as a songstress. This term is used to honor vocalists who bring life to the lyrics of a song and elevate works from the American Songbook. Scott Yanow, one of the most published jazz critics in the world, describes Rose Colella’s work by stating “delivers a sincere and very musical message, paying tribute to the lyrics and the melody while putting a bit of her confident calmness into the music”. Colella’s voice is classic, inviting, and transports you to a smoky jazz club in your favorite big city.  

Colella will be joined by the Osland-Dailey Jazztet, one of Lexington’s longest running and historic jazz groups. The quintet is the result of years of collaboration at the University of Kentucky between Miles Osland (sax) and Raleigh Dailey (piano). The band has produced two incredibles albums of original music, primarily from the pen of Dailey, on the Mark Records label. The band is rounded out by Danny Cecil (bass), Paul Deatherage (drums), and Brad Kerns (trombone), as well as special guest Stephen Lynerd on vibraphone. 

Who will be into this?
Colella’s storytelling song delivery will remind Lexingtonians of the great Gail Wynters. The Osland-Dailey Jazztet delivers a heady, groove-oriented performance every time.