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Diane Jessurun

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About Me

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I'm just a woman who loves to sing...
I began my musical journey at 15 when I picked up a guitar and started experimenting with songwriting. It wasn't until I discovered the inspiring and beautifully chilling voice of Tori Amos that I decided to see if I had a voice of my own. I studied voice on and off for about 6 years with a private vocal coach in Southern California, took some writing and music theory classes at my local college (Saddleback), and began studying the techniques and styles of some of my favorite singing artists. I was the lead vocalist for a Contemporary Jazz, Samba, Blues, and Pop Cover Band for awhile. I studied those cover songs in and out, learned a few in Portuguese and Italian and although the road was difficult, l believe that experience helped me immensely in finding my own personal vocal style.
I am currently performing live around Southern California doing Jazz Standards and Pop. I've performed in many local Southern California venues such as the OC Pavilion, San Clemente Street Fair, Irvine Spectrum, Bistro400, SOKA University, Sol Grill, SIDS Foundation Charity Walk, Our Place, and the Gypsy Den. I also do some Cantoring for a church in Aliso Viejo. I've done a lot of little things here and there as far as recording projects, had my music played on a Radio Station in Korea (see above blog) and some online Indie Stations and Podcasts. (see above blog) I've done some great collaborations with Musicians worldwide and have won a few contests for voice and songwriting. (see above blog).
I'm a pretty down to earth person and most of the time you can catch me with a smile. I love to go dancing (Reggae at the Sandpiper in Laguna!), hanging out with my friends, dressing up and going to the Renaissance Faire, all things Cirque du Soleil, working-out, and I'm an addict to the TV show's Lost, House, and Survivor. I'm a witty comic (so I've been told) and I'm also a Gemini, and I mention that only because I really believe there is some real meaning to this twins thing ;-). My favorite food is birthday cake and I'm an Starbucks addict!
If you'd like to come check me out or for booking, send me a note, get on my mailing list, [email protected], and I'll let ya' know when and where I'll be next! Thanks for reading all this and I hope you enjoy the music! :)
"Dust In The Wind"
Performed by Diane Jessurun
Live footage from Bistro400
"Diane's Silent Movie" www.dianejessurun.com
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Member Since: 2/26/2005
Band Website: dianejessurun.com
Band Members: Diane Jessurun


Influences:I love everything from Jazz, Bossa Nova, Reggae, Blues, Electronic, Rock, and Hip Hop to the music of Cirque du Soleil. Anything eccentric and out of the ordinary is inspiring to me. My major Vocal influences are Tori Amos, Joan Osborne and Nancy Wilson (Jazz Singer). As for other influences there are too many to mention, but a few tops would be SEAL, Edie Brickel, Pink Floyd, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Julie London, Carole King, and more recently Keane, Jane Monheit, and Emiliana Torrini, and of course all music via Cirque du Soleil.

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My Blog

SONG LIST

This is a list of songs I perform live. Autumn Leaves AlwaysCome Away With Me Desafinado My Funny Valentine Close To You Unforgettable You Stepped Out Of A Dream When I Fall In Love Wave Superstar No ...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Thu, 20 Dec 2007 10:26:00 PST

NEW MUSIC VIDEO'S!

Diane's Myspace Videos "Mr. Lansing" written by Diane Jessurun "Dust In The Wind" written by Kansas "Leo" written by Diane Jessurun "Diane's Slideshow" Aint No Sunshine performed by Diane J...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Fri, 01 Jun 2007 08:56:00 PST

MAILING LIST

TO JOIN MY MAILING LIST PLEASE SEND AN EMAIL TO: [email protected] Thank you!  
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Wed, 14 Mar 2007 10:52:00 PST

"LIKE A SUNRISE" FEATURED ON YOUTUBE'S "LONELYGIRL15" VIDEO!!!

Yeah... old news is still news!!! (Considering I just found this out today!) You know the story of lonelygirl15?  Well, if you don't, the 2nd link is a link to her segment on CNN. And here is the...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Fri, 27 Oct 2006 09:09:00 PST

PODCASTS & RADIO AIRPLAY & OPEN MIC MAGAZINE INTERVIEW

OPEN MIC MAGAZINE INTERVIEW --------------------------------------------------- Currently playing on the Podsafe Music Network, FearlessRadio, Korea For The World, and RadioHeart. --------------------...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Wed, 22 Feb 2006 06:05:00 PST

AWARDS & REVIEWS

Out of 100's of entries... "Can't Let You Go"placed 2ND in theNovember's Song Of The Year Contest(which sponsors VH1's Save The Music Foundation) in the Hip Hop/R&B Category!!! Thanks & C...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Mon, 26 Dec 2005 09:10:00 PST

I AM AVAILABLE FOR RECORDING PROJECTS OR ONLINE COLLABORATIONS

I'm available for Recording Projects. Either in the Los Angleles area or by Online Collaboration. Give me a shout or send me a message. [email protected] www.dianejessurun.com AIM - Dian4peace ...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Wed, 28 Sep 2005 07:01:00 PST

MY FAVORITE QUOTES...

Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. If the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch.Everyone has a photographic memory. Some ...
Posted by Diane Jessurun on Mon, 01 Jan 1900 12:00:00 PST