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Ann Mitchell

Jazz VocalsGreat American Songbook1930s–50s StandardsSwingLive Duo & Trio

Hailed as one of Western New York’s musical “gems,” Ann Mitchell has spent years delighting audiences with a vast repertoire of timeless classics spanning the jazz era of the 1930s through the 1950s.

Ann Mitchell performing alongside pianist John Gabriele
Ann Mitchell with pianist John Gabriele, the Ann Mitchell Jazz Duo

About Ann

Her focus has always been to preserve and share the songs of artists like Peggy Lee, Rosemary Clooney, Ella Fitzgerald, and Judy Garland, through her own deep love and appreciation of these masters. The personal connection she shares with every audience makes each listener feel like the only person in the room.

Ann Mitchell is no stranger to the nuances and depth that define jazz vocal greats. With her refined phrasing, crystal-clear tone, and a deep understanding of classic material … in a way that feels both reverent and refreshing.

JazzBuffalo’s Art Meets Jazz, June 2025

Signature Shows

Two ways to experience Ann live

Ann Mitchell singing and John Gabriele at the piano

Great American Songbook

An Evening of Standards

Timeless classics from the jazz era of the 1930s–50s: performed solo, as a duo with pianist John Gabriele, or with the full Ann Mitchell Jazz trio, delivered with unbeatable energy and heart.

From the setlist

The More I See YouFeverMisty’Round MidnightAll of MeBlue Moon
Stream the album · Again…for the first time (2024)
Judy! A Song is Born — Ann Mitchell’s Judy Garland tribute show poster

A Judy Garland tribute · Cabaret at Studio B

Judy! A Song is Born

A musical celebration of the incomparable Judy Garland. Ann and pianist John Gabriele bring favorite gems from the silver screen to Ms. Garland’s concert years: a trip Over the Rainbow, where you’ll Get Happy and Smile.

Signature numbers

Over the RainbowGet HappySmile

The Duo

Both shows feature legendary pianist John Gabriele, recognized for four decades as a music teacher and director in the Rochester City School District and as one of the area’s most sought-after pianists. An expert in his field, he has written books on music theory and piano that are still used in curricula today.

On Stage & On Air

KeyBank Rochester Fringe Festival
Jazz 90.1 LIVE On-Air Concerts
JazzBuffalo
Corning Wine & Jazz Festival
The New York State Fair
Strong Museum: Making American Music series
Canandaigua Waterfront Festival
Rochester Regional Health
Wegmans
News 10 NBC: Today Show

What People Say

If you haven’t heard Ann perform before, you’re in for a real treat! Her song selection and style will take you back to a time when jazz stylists were famous. You won’t believe your ears.

Wonderful show Ann & Band. Listened to all of it on the radio, but I felt like I was at a nightclub.

Your singing is top of the line … I love the Miss Peggy Lee songs you sang.

Emilio Palame, accompanist/conductor for the legendary Miss Peggy Lee

Ann is fantastic! A true professional, phenomenal talent and a great person all rolled into one. We are fortunate to have her music in our own home town!

Connect with Ann

Photography by Aaron Winters and Jack Zuff · annsings.com

Book Ann for Your Event

Either show (the Great American Songbook or Judy! A Song is Born) for concerts, festivals, private events, solo, duo, or trio.

Available any day except Wednesdays