BIO — Shana Tucker

THE NEW ALBUM

Shana Tucker: Redefining Music with ChamberSoul Mastery by hiding in the lighT

In the ever-evolving landscape of music, certain artists emerge like beacons of innovation, reshaping genres and leaving an indelible mark on listeners. With a career marked by creativity, artistry and clever storytelling, renowned singer-songwriter and cellist SHANA TUCKER captivates audiences with her innovative blend of music known as ChamberSoul.

And on June 4, 2024, Shana will release her highly anticipated new album, Hiding in the Light.

Known for her delightfully intimate performances and endearing audience interplay, Shana continues to inspire and push boundaries with her unique style, blending jazz, soul, and acoustic pop into an unforgettable musical experience.

Hiding in the Light, Shana’s second full-length album, features a collection of songs requested by her devoted audiences over the years, with ChamberSoul renditions of classics such as "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack, "Overjoyed" by Stevie Wonder, and "Kiss of Life" by Sade. Shana is dancing on the cusp of international discovery, delighting new audiences who are instantly taken by her timeless artistry, leaving her performances wondering why this voice is not yet world-renowned. Shana’s new, thoughtfully reimagined album of timeless favorites will prove to be a key mechanism for her transition into a realm of recognition worthy of her talents.

At the core of Shana’ musical prowess is her approach to the cello, an instrument she wields with unparalleled grace and emotive depth. With each stroke of the bow and pluck of the string, she weaves intricate tapestries of sound, blending classical techniques with soulful, improvisation. It's a testament to her skill and artistry that she seamlessly transitions from hauntingly beautiful melodies to rhythmic grooves, captivating audiences with every note.

Shana’s talent, however, extends far beyond instrumental aptitude. As a singer-songwriter, she possesses a voice that defies categorization, effortlessly traversing genres and evoking a range of emotions. Her soul-stirring performances are imbued with passion and authenticity, drawing listeners like moths to a flame into her nuanced world of song-storytelling and musical exploration.

What truly sets Shana apart is her creation of ChamberSoul: a genre that fuses elements of jazz, soul, acoustic pop and folk music into a harmonious blend of sonic bliss. Shana transcends boundaries as a trailblazer, activating her unique brand to perpetuate a musical experience that is both timeless and contemporary. It's a genre that originates from her soul and speaks to the soul, resonating with audiences of all walks of life on a profound level.

Through collaborations with music industry greats and groundbreaking performances as the featured artist, Shana continues to push the boundaries of what's possible in music. Her dedication to artistic integrity and innovation has garnered acclaim from critics and fans alike, solidifying her place as a visionary in the music world.

As Shana Tucker prepares to release her latest album, Hiding in the Light, featuring soul-stirring renditions of iconic songs, the world eagerly awaits another chapter in her musical journey. With each performance, each song, Shana Tucker reaffirms her status as a luminary in the realm of ChamberSoul, leaving an indelible legacy for generations to come.

Experience the magic of Shana's music firsthand at her Hiding in the Light album release concert on SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024, 3:00 PM at the Haw River Ballroom in Saxapahaw, NC.

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BIOGRAPHY

Lyrical storyteller. Soulful cellist. Dynamic singer-songwriter. That’s SHANA TUCKER. Her unique genre of ChamberSoul™ weaves together jazz, roots folk, acoustic pop, and a touch of R&B, into melodies that echo in your head for days. She’s the rare performer you’ve never seen the likes of before—and one you’ll never forget.

Shana’s ChamberSoul is equal parts dynamic storytelling paired with rich, deep music that sits down next to you and puts its arm around your shoulders. “I’m intrinsically drawn to acoustic instruments because of their resonance, warmth, and intimacy,” she says. “ChamberSoul is all about the conversations music ignites…it brings musicians and audiences closer, and makes the music tangible, no matter how large or small the room is.”

A sought-after collaborator, Shana has performed and recorded with legendary jazz saxophonist and composer Bennie Maupin, jazz flutist and composer Nicole Mitchell, and Grammy-nominated artists The Foreign Exchange (NuSoul/R&B), Nnenna Freelon (jazz) and Pierce Freelon (children’s). Recent composition/dance collaborations include When We Were Queens and They Are All, structured improvisational performance experiences presented with Culture Mill’s Murielle Elizéon and Tommy Noonan; Noula by Gaspard & Dancers; and Continuing To Tell, a multidisciplinary public-space performance by Proxemic Media highlighting the history of Civil Rights in Durham, NC. Cello performance credits include Overland, The History of White People in America, American Masters: Decoding Watson and Paul Robeson: Here I Stand on pbs.org. Currently, Shana has also served as co-host and contributing songwriter for Rootle’s Block Party Live! @ Home! on pbsnc.org.

Other compositional highlights of Shana’s career involve scoring music for television and theatrical productions, including OWN Network’s The Legacy of Black Wall Street; I Love My Hair When It’s Good: & Then Again When It’s Defiant and Impressive by Chaunesti Webb; Just Another Lynching: An American Horror Story by Tarish “Jeghetto” Pipkins;; Make/Believe by Murielle Elizeon and Tommy Noonan; The Amazing Adventures of Grace May B. Good by Andrea Woods; and “Surrender” from Suddenly I See by Kristin Taylor.

Shana is a recipient of several grant awards for artistry and arts administration leadership, including United Arts Council (Raleigh, NC); two Nevada Arts Council grants, one of which is the prestigious Artist Fellowship for her exemplary work as a Performing Artist; as an arts leader/nonprofit organization leader from the Mary Duke Biddle Foundation, the William R. Kenan Charitable Trust, Triangle Community Foundation, and more. She has served on several nonprofit arts organizations’ board of directors or advisory boards, including Blair Publisher, Washington Women in Jazz, and North Carolina Presenters Consortium.

A front-line advocate for arts education, Shana believes that approaching academics from an artistic perspective encourages innovation, critical thinking, and self-confidence. She recently completed a three-year tenure as Executive Director for Kidznotes, an El Sistema-inspired, music-for-social change organization that provides free instruments and music lessons to K - 12th grade students attending Title I schools in the Triangle area of NC. Shana has worked with educators (Pre-K through college and beyond) to integrate the arts into existing curriculum, thereby transforming schools, knowledge retention, and students’ love of learning through her work as an A+ Schools of North Carolina Fellow, and a teaching artist with United Arts Council, Durham Arts Council, and Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts.

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