Rebecca Griffin

Vocalist Rebecca Griffin brings a rich, sultry sound to original arrangements of standards and pop tunes as well as lesser-known gems from the jazz songbook.  Rebecca offers musicianship and creativity in arranging and interpretation, delivering a unique jazz vocal sound.

In 1998, Rebecca enrolled in the University of New Hampshire’s Music Performance degree program. She studied classical voice, piano, theory and history, and pursued her interest in jazz through the university’s jazz choir and working with the many talented jazz students.  Upon graduating summa cum laude with a double major in Music Performance and Italian with minors in Political Science and Race, Culture and Power, Rebecca was drawn to the San Francisco Bay Area’s culture and diversity.

Rebecca began studying at Berkeley’s Jazzschool, as well as studying privately with accomplished vocalists and educators Stephanie Bruce, Clairdee and Laurie Antonioli. In 2006, the 26-year-old vocalist released her debut album “Live at Kelly’s,” recorded during one of her popular live performances at Kelly’s of Alameda.

Rebecca performs frequently throughout the Bay Area at clubs, restaurants, and private events.  She is available with a trio (piano, bass and drums), and can add instruments at additional costs.  Rebecca offers a vast repertoire of jazz standards and can learn special requests.