About Me
“What’s rare is to come upon an artist with as much talent and taste as Christina Crerar…†(Samuel Chell, AllAboutJazz.com). Breezy, bright and deserving of wider recognition, Crerar certainly knows the tradition but is more than willing to inject her own spirit and inspiration into the familiar as well as rarely heard gems. While she is steeped in the rhythms, melodies and lyrics of the 1920s – 1950s, Crerar is not about to neglect modern tunes that sing true to her.As a vocalist, Christina Crerar’s resume brims with versatility – she blends influences from her performances with jazz groups of all sizes and traditions, musical theatre, contemporary opera, pop and cabaret into her unique sound, creating a presence that seems magically familiar but unquestionably her own.New Jersey native, Christina Crerar has begun receiving acclaim for her new jazz vocal CD entitled "Little Jazz Bird". The disc is a collection of updated standards and lesser-known gems. Currently being played on radio stations in the US and Japan, it has sold world-wide including Japan, Spain, England, Switzerland, Austria, Portugal and Germany. Supported by top-notch instrumentalists and inventive arrangements, Christina is a singer you don't want to miss. "Little Jazz Bird is one of the finest jazz vocal albums of recent times..." says Scott Yanow of LA Jazz Scene.Christina is a freelance jazz, swing and big band vocalist based in the Washington DC area. She is pleased to be a regular member of the popular Washington DC swing band, Blue Sky 5, guest artist with New York City's George Gee bands and guest artist with the popular Pittsburgh hot jazz band, The Boilermaker Jazz Band. Her performances have taken her around the globe and back, including shows at local venues the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Blues Alley, Black Rock Center for the Arts, The Music Center at Strathmore and more.In addition to performing, Christina is a private voice teacher/vocal coach with a Bachelor of Music from Catholic University, Washington DC and graduate credits in contemporary vocal pedagogy. Her focus is on healthy vocal technique, body awareness and relaxation to enable singers to become confident, dynamic performers. She is happy to welcome new students of all levels and voice types.
