Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra
Drew Zaremba - Artistic Director
Golden Lady
featuring Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield
The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra (CJRO) has released its most ambitious and soulful project yet—Golden Lady, a genre-defying album that showcases the power, passion, and virtuosity of featured vocalist Tatiana LadyMay Mayfield. Infused with deep gospel roots, modern R&B, and explosive jazz big band energy, Golden Lady is a groove-forward, joy-filled celebration of songwriting, artistic collaboration, and the ever-evolving sound of contemporary jazz.
At the heart of the album is the title track, a reimagined mashup of Stevie Wonder’s “Golden Lady” and Jill Scott’s “Golden”, arranged by CJRO Artistic Director, Drew Zaremba. First performed live in 2023 to overwhelming audience acclaim, the track became the foundation for the album’s sound: a fusion of 90s/00s hip-hop, modern funk, and intricate jazz orchestration. The project expands on this blueprint with a mix of original compositions and covers, curated by Zaremba and Mayfield to highlight the legacy of influential Black women songwriters.
For this recording, the CJRO brought six composers, three additional vocalists, and a powerhouse rhythm section together, creating a unique fusion of contemporary jazz, gospel, and R&B within a big band framework. The result is a danceable, joyful, and deeply expressive record that invites audiences to move, feel, and celebrate life.
Golden Lady is available at Amazon or listen on Spotify, Apple Music, Prime Music
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The Colorado Jazz Repertory Orchestra is one of the premier jazz ensembles in the western region, featuring top-tier musicians dedicated to honoring and expanding the jazz tradition. Known for their innovative programming and electrifying performances, the CJRO continues to push boundaries while preserving the rich legacy of jazz. Golden Lady is the CJRO’s fourth album release since 2017. Learn more at www.coloradojazz.org
