Recent projects
The Ordinary Folks Project
Black American folklore comes to life in this collection of tales presented by Ashli St. Armant. Infused with jazz and soul, stories like “Brer Rabbit” and “Sukey and the Mermaid” are reimagined through song by St. Armant and a collective of Black musicians and storytellers, bringing the heartbeat back to these largely forgotten stories. In development at Chandler Center for the Arts; seeking additional commissioning partners.
NORTH: The Musical
NORTH tells the story of teenager Lawrence and his mother Minnie as they journey through the Underground Railroad to find freedom. Highlighting the full range of Black American life and experiences, the narrative and original musical compositions explore themes of optimism, bravery, playfulness, wonder, suspense and mystery.
The Viva Durant Series
Follow quirky and curious Viva Durant as she visits family in New Orleans and traverses jazz clubs, kitchens and cemeteries to solve mysteries in this National Best-selling Audible Original series.
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Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards
Rated as one of the Top 10 bands for young audiences, Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards is first New Orleans jazz band just for kids and families. For over ten years & in more than 30 states, this swingin' ensemble has made appearances at Lincoln Center and Sprout Network (NBC), has produced six albums, and have been featured by NPR and LA Times.
Jazzy Ash x Yoto Play
Jazzy Ash reimagines African American folk songs written and sung by children on playgrounds over the last 100-200 years. Joined by her pianist, she takes jazz-inflected spin on these classic tunes in a unique collaboration with UK-based media company, YOTO Play.
Grow Your Show!
Want to build a brilliant band for kids + families? Want to make a musical that’s magical + marketable? If you want to take your Kindie or TYA career to the next level and GET THE GIGS,
I am available for coaching.
Questions? Booking Inquiries?
Manager - Stephanie Mayers (Mayers Consulting)
(347) 735-0736
Agent - Sarah McCarthy (Dandelion Artists)
