Swanbean Quintet
Date: Sat, Aug 1, 2026
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Venue: The Durham Jazz Workshop/Sharp 9 Gallery, Durham
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Category: Music
The SwanBean Quintet: A Straight-Ahead Jazz ExpressionEmerging from the vibrant jazz landscape of New York City, the SwanBean Quintet represents a compelling artistic venture led by two formidable talents: vocalist Mavis SWAN Poole and drummer Jeremy BEAN Clemons. This ensemble serves as a dedicated straight- ahead jazz alternate to their acclaimed genre-bending project, Soul Understated, offering a distinct exploration into the foundational elements of jazz tradition.Mavis SWAN Poole, affectionately dubbed "Little Ella" by the legendary trombonist Curtis Fuller, is a vocalist, songwriter, and educator whose artistry transcends conventional boundaries. Renowned for her extraordinary ability to perform "multiphonics"—singing two or more notes simultaneously—Poole brings a unique depth to her interpretations. Her academic background includes a Magna Cum Laude degree from North Carolina Central University (NCCU) and an MA in Music from Queens College, NYC. Throughout her illustrious career, she has shared stages with icons such as Lauryn Hill, Prince, After 7, and The Legendary Wailers, while also serving as a Vocal Jazz Professor at NCAT. Her fusion of R&B, jazz, and soul in other projects showcases her versatility, but within the SwanBean Quintet, her focus sharpens on pure jazz expression.Jeremy BEAN Clemons, a dynamic drummer, composer, and producer hailing from St. Louis, MO, complements Poole's vocal prowess with his powerful and melodic rhythmic sensibilities.
