Limited Editions

Thrush Hour: CD

The band backing up Stephanie includes Hod O’Brien on piano, Randy Sandke on trumpet, Tom Hamilton on tenor, John Jensen on trombone, Hovie Collins on rhythm guitar, Steve Gilmore on bass and Bill Goodwin on drums. The arrangements attempt to approximate the originals and were prepared by Hod O’Brien and Stephanie. The booklet contains descriptions

The band backing up Stephanie includes Hod O’Brien on piano, Randy Sandke on trumpet, Tom Hamilton on tenor, John Jensen on trombone, Hovie Collins on rhythm guitar, Steve Gilmore on bass and Bill Goodwin on drums. The arrangements attempt to approximate the originals and were prepared by Hod O’Brien and Stephanie. The booklet contains descriptions of each selection with an explanation of some of the techniques used by each vocalist whose style is being interpreted. More than anything else, this CD further reveals the wide range of technique that Stephanie Nakasian is capable of. To a great extent, she captures the feeling and manner of each of the great vocalists that she has chosen to present.

French Cookin': CD

$12.00

With Bobby Routch-French horn; Hod O’Brien- piano; Nabil Totah-bass; Ray Mosca-drums; Ed Hudak-congas

Comin' Alive: CD

$12.00

With Phil Woods-alto; Wayne Andre-trombone; Warren Chiasson-vibes; Hod O’Brien-piano; Nabil Totah-bass; Ray Mosca-drums; Ed Hudak- congas

Lullaby in Rhythm: CD

$12.00

With saxophonist Harry Allen, trombonist John Jensen, pianists Larry Eanet and Hod O’Brien, bassist Steve Gilmore and drummer Chuck Riggs

Stephanie's Books

Breathing Room: Stories of Personal Transformation from Voice Lessons

$20.00

"Breathing Room" is a collection of 50 of these short stories, delightful and inspiring and full of colorful and humorous cartoon-like illustrations.

From stories of students overcoming past 'ghosts' of people telling them they could not sing, to issues with control and mechanical thinking that interfered with claiming their personal freedom of

"Breathing Room" is a collection of 50 of these short stories, delightful and inspiring and full of colorful and humorous cartoon-like illustrations.

From stories of students overcoming past 'ghosts' of people telling them they could not sing, to issues with control and mechanical thinking that interfered with claiming their personal freedom of expression, "Breathing Room" covers a variety of topics illustrating how learning to sing can invoke profound life changes.

Read how Stephanie's students found their real voice as they tackled, leaving home for the first time, choosing their right range, unlearning pop and choir dictates to connect with their naturally organic individual sound, getting through divorce, alcoholism, anorexia and so much more.

Stephanie Nakasian's "Breathing Room" is for everyone – singers and listeners alike!

You Already Know How to Sing (Includes 2 CDs with 160 minutes of exercises)

$49.95

Why this book works: Often we singers get in our own way by thinking too much, trying too hard and by making things too complicated.

This method works for all styles of music - pop, theater, jazz, rock, R&B, gospel and classical. This book simplifies the approach to naturally open and powerful singing and, through the process of letting go,

Why this book works: Often we singers get in our own way by thinking too much, trying too hard and by making things too complicated.

This method works for all styles of music - pop, theater, jazz, rock, R&B, gospel and classical. This book simplifies the approach to naturally open and powerful singing and, through the process of letting go, you, the singer - will discover much of what you want from your voice:

• More naturally powerful, consistent, open, beautiful sound and tone • Improved/extended range • Improved pitch accuracy • More breath at your command and more efficient use of breath • Improved ability to transition through break areas with less effort and without loss of tone • More flexibility with which to do more with your voice • More freedom and confidence for free expression through your singing • Exercises which you can directly apply to your songs and to specific problem areas

Packed full of productive and easy exercises, visualizations, cartoons and illustrations to help simplify the thought process and therefore the singer’s approach to technique. This book has helped hundreds, even thousands of students! Humor, Simplicity, Results!

"It's Not On The Page!" (Instructional Book & CD)

$34.95

Hundreds of singers and teachers have learned to sing and swing with Stephanie Nakasian’s basic approach. The manual includes a CD exercises.

Learning With Stephanie

One Hour Private Virtual Lesson with Stephanie Nakasian

$100.00

All you need is time, your online device and a room (Facetime or Skype).No experience necessary. Contact Stephanie to arrange your day and time.

Stephanie's Sing-A-Long Books & CDs

You Sing the Great Ladies of Jazz Vol. 1 (CD Only)

$15.00

This is a karaoke version of Stephanie’s “Thrush Hour” CD in tribute to 20 singers. There are ½ the tracks of that cd on this volume and ½ are on vol 2 below. Part of the CD is with Stephanie singing and the other is without so you can sing with her band. Lyrics are included.

You Sing the Great Ladies of Jazz Vol. 2 (CD Only)

$15.00

This is the 2nd half of the Thrush Hour CD as a karaoke.

Night Club Standards, Vol. 2 - Female (Book & CD)

$20.00

They Can't Take That Away From Me Come Rain or Come Shine Nice 'N' Easy That Old Black Magic It's Only A Paper Moon Summer Wind The Very Thought Of You My Baby Just Cares For Me

Night Club Standards, Vol. 3 - Female (Book & CD)

$20.00

I've Got The World On a String Saturday Night (Is the Loneliest Night of The Week) It's De-Lovely Something's Gotta Give Where or When Witchcraft I Thought About You Without a Song

Night Club Standards, Vol. 4 - Female (Book & CD)

$20.00

The Best Is Yet to Come I Could Have Danced All Night They All Laughed Oh, Look At Me Now If I Had You I'm Old Fashioned A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square The Lady Is A Tramp

The Classic Songs of Billie Holiday (CD Only)

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Stephanie's CDs

Show Me the Way: CD

$15.00

Take a journey with Stephanie Nakasian .....begin with optimistic love, wind through heartbreak and dissolution, to return to hope in a carefully selected span of songs paralleling the global malaise that has begun to stimulate innovative changes throughout the world in promise of a brighter future. In complete synchronicity with master improvisational pianist Harris Simon, Stephanie dynamically breaks the guidelines of bar-lines and rhythms from her traditional swing and bebop roots with exuberant poly rhythms and exotic harmonies. You will be transformed as Stephanie masterfully “shows the way” in a voice that is fresh and expressively invigorating! Known as one of the world’s leading jazz singers, Stephanie Nakasian will take you on a melodic voyage, fresh and authentic that transcends the Great Ladies of Song in both tribute and originality.

I Love You: CD

$15.00

Thrush Hour: CD

$12.00

The band backing up Stephanie includes Hod O’Brien on piano, Randy Sandke on trumpet, Tom Hamilton on tenor, John Jensen on trombone, Hovie Collins on rhythm guitar, Steve Gilmore on bass and Bill Goodwin on drums. The arrangements attempt to approximate the originals and were prepared by Hod O’Brien and Stephanie. The booklet contains descriptions of each selection with an explanation of some of the techniques used by each vocalist whose style is being interpreted. More than anything else, this CD further reveals the wide range of technique that Stephanie Nakasian is capable of. To a great extent, she captures the feeling and manner of each of the great vocalists that she has chosen to present.

Lullaby in Rhythm: CD

$12.00

With saxophonist Harry Allen, trombonist John Jensen, pianists Larry Eanet and Hod O’Brien, bassist Steve Gilmore and drummer Chuck Riggs

If I Ruled the World: CD

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A wonderful and eclectic selection perfect for looking at trouble and trying to find a way to get out and into a brighter future with Hod O’Brien-pno, Mark Kirk-alto and sop sax, Steve Gilmore-b, Vic Juris-gtrs, Bill Goodwin-d

Invitation to an Escapade: CD

$15.00

EscapadeWith Bob Hallahan-piano; Paul Langosch-bass; Joe LaBarbera-drums; Steve Brown-guitar and congas; Hod O’Brien-synthesized vibes

French Cookin': CD

$12.00

With Bobby Routch-French horn; Hod O’Brien- piano; Nabil Totah-bass; Ray Mosca-drums; Ed Hudak-congas

Comin' Alive: CD

$12.00

With Phil Woods-alto; Wayne Andre-trombone; Warren Chiasson-vibes; Hod O’Brien-piano; Nabil Totah-bass; Ray Mosca-drums; Ed Hudak- congas

Billie Remembered: CD

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Classic remake of Billie Holiday’s 1935 Landmark Recordings with Hod O’Brien as Teddy Wilson, Harry Allen as Ben Webster, Randy Sandke as Roy Eldridge and Stephanie Nakasian as Billie with Marty Grosz-gtr, Neal Miner-bass, Chuck Riggs-drums FEATURED ON “FRESH AIR” with Terry Gross on NPR

Dedicated to Lee Wiley: CD

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Stephanie with great bands singing the repertoire of 30′s diva Lee Wiley With Hod O’Brien-pno, Spanky Davis-tpt, Dan Barrett-tbn, Harry Allen-tnr, Allan Vache-cl, Michael Moore-b, James Chirillo-gtr, Jackie Williams-dr and Vince Giordano orchestra (on selected tracks)

Stephanie's Daughter - Veronica Swift

This Bitter Earth: CD

$20.00

Whereas Veronica Swift’s 2019 Mack Avenue Records debut, Confessions, contained songs that played out like pages from her personal diary, on the captivating follow-up, This Bitter Earth, she flips by crafting an ingenious song cycle that tackles sexism (“How Lovely to Be a Woman”), domestic abuse (“He Hit Me”), environmental issues, racism, xenophobia (“You Have To Be Carefully Taught”), and the dangers of fake news (“The Sports Page”). The singer-songwriter gathered material that covers multiple genres, including jazz, American musicals, and contemporary indie-rock fortifying her position as a leading force in genre-bending song presentation.

“I want this album have two separate approaches,” states Swift. "I wanted to start with women’s place in society now and how it's changing. During the second half, I wanted to address other ailments in the world, whether it’s racism or fake news. But I don’t take any political stances. I’m very clear with my audience that as an artist I just want to address certain issues as an outsider looking in.”

Confessions: CD

$15.00

Let's Sail Away: New Recording

$15.00

Veronica's Newest Album as co-leader with Orlando Saxophonist and educator Jeff Rupert. Together they present a product that encompasses the spirit of Stan Getz and the Gilberto/Jobim partnership, as well as the bebop side of Getz and even a tint of Gershwin's finest symphonic melodies. With some originals of theirs as well, they hope you enjoy "Let's Sail Away"