Jazz All Stars | Grace Kelly | Talks at Google

TL;DR

Grace Kelly, a talented and versatile musician, discusses her new CD, upcoming shows, and her experience working with renowned comedians and actors in various television shows.

Transcript

[MUSIC - GRACE KELLY] [CHEERING] SPEAKER 1: Do we have room for one more? Grace Kelly, ladies and gentlemen. GRACE KELLY: Thank you. [APPLAUSE] SPEAKER 1: And your colleagues and friends. Putting our music room to very good use. I think there's a-- oh, You have it. GRACE KELLY: Yeah, I got one. SPEAKER 1: It's my honor and pleasure to introduce you... Read More

Key Insights

• 👻 Grace Kelly's versatility as a musician allows her to collaborate with various musicians and perform in different genres.
• 🛟 She embraces improvisation in her music and applies it to her approach to life.
• 🥰 Despite being labeled as a prodigy at a young age, Grace Kelly remains grounded and focused on her love for music.

Questions & Answers

Q: Can you tell us more about the documentary about Frank Morgan?

Grace Kelly explains that the documentary is about the life of the late saxophonist Frank Morgan, who was a protégé of Charlie Parker but struggled with drugs. She got to know him well in the last two years of his life, and the documentary premiered in Brookline, Boston.

Q: What can we expect from Grace Kelly's upcoming show at the Berklee Performance Center?

Grace Kelly will be performing with her band and celebrating her new CD. The show promises to be a multimedia, visual experience and lots of fun.

Q: Who are some of the notable musicians featured on Grace Kelly's new CD?

Grace Kelly's CD features over 20 musicians, including special guests Jon Batiste and Michael League. It is a mix of originals and favorite standards.

Q: Will Grace Kelly be touring to support her new album?

Yes, Grace Kelly will be doing shows on the West Coast and has been performing regularly on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert." She also mentions that she will be a guest in the band for the new show "Maya & Marty in Manhattan" on NBC.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Grace Kelly recently premiered a documentary about her mentor, saxophonist Frank Morgan, in Boston and will be performing at the Berklee Performance Center to celebrate her new CD.

• Her CD features a mix of originals and favorite standards and is a thematic journey from darkness to light.

• Grace Kelly has been busy with performances on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," the Amazon Prime TV show "Bosch," and a new NBC show called "Maya & Marty in Manhattan."