Naama Gheber
NAAMA
"Naama's voice evokes a honeyed warmth...swoops up and plummets down onto a
lovestruck madness... her voice drifts onto a pillow of dreams"
- Cree McCree, Downbeat Magazine
Inspired by the emotionally direct compositions of Rodgers and Hart, Fields and Hugh, Cole Porter and other great composers and lyricists of the 1930’s and ‘40’s Naama has established herself as a prominent voice in the New York City jazz scene. Possessed with an urbane and elegant sound Naama’s sensitive interpretation and crisp phrasing have become recognizable elements of her signature style and timeless appeal. An honest and poignant performer, Naama has appeared in celecelebrated festivals and acclaimed jazz venues domestically and internationally.
Her latest LP, Wild Is Love (la reserve records) feat. Guitarist Peter Bernstein "A vocal delivery consistently full of raw emotion." (The New York City Jazz Record). Has seen great success since it's release in June 2024. With over 3 Million streams Wild Is Love has been added to over 12 curated playlists on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Tidal and more, Naama has been featured on multiple playlist covers on Spotify and Amazon Music . This success adds to Naama's broad catalog across streaming platforms with hundreds of thousands of streams for many of her released tracks​
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Discography
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Naama has recorded 5 albums to date:​
Dearly Beloved ( 2020 Cellar Music Group ) feat. Vibraphonist Steve Nelson- was praised by critics and labeled as "...a promising debut... which augurs well for future releases."- Cree McCree, Downbeat Magazine,
If I knew Then ( 2022 Self) "simple, inventive and stunning" C.Michael Bailey, All About Jazz
Where Flamingos Fly ( 2023 La Reserve Records) feat. Vibraphonist Steve Nelson" a must-listen for jazz enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates a well-told story..." (Neon Music)
Wild Is Love (2024 La Reserve Records) feat. Guitarist Peter Bernstein "A vocal delivery consistently full of raw emotion." (The New York City Jazz Record).
Dream With Me (2025 La Reserve Records) The new record explores emotions and textures associated with dreaming. From sweet reveries and bittersweet longing to the tender ache of dreaming of a loved one- anyone and everyone can relate!
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Notable Venues
USA
NYC Birdland, Smalls, Mezzrow, Zinc, The Django, Club Room, Cafe Bohemia
East Coast- Jimmy's Jazz & Blues, Jazz on Main, Jazz Forum, Deer Head Inn, Mohonk Mountain House ,Twins Jazz
West Coast and South Black Cat Jazz and Supper Club (SF), Rudy's Jazz Room (Nashville), JTX ( San Antonio)
Europe
Sunset Sunside, 38 Riv, Hot Club de Lyon (France) Camera Jazz Club (Italy) BJC, ClassiJazz, Jazzazza (Spain), Piec Art (Poland) Shablul & Beit Haamudim (Tel Aviv)
Mexico
Jazzatlan, Paker & Lenox (CDMX)
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Press Quotes
"Naama's voice evokes a honeyed warmth...swoops up and plummets down onto a lovestruck madness... her voice drifts onto a pillow of dreams"
- Cree McCree, Downbeat Magazine
"...She has an attractive voice, swings at each
tempo and improvises with subtlety while displaying
a consistent smile in her voice..."
-Scott Yanaw, The New York City Jazz Record
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"... simple, inventive, and stunning."
C. Michael Bailey, All About Jazz
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"Her voice has a succor effect on human longing, gives solace to the scars of the heart, and incites jubilation. Solace for the mind and soul is the outcome audiences experience.” Susan Frances, Jazz 2 Love
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