Vocals by Jacqueline
I am the lead singer of Black Lab Trio
and have the honor of playing with
such Seattle greats as Kurt Shapiro and
James Whiton, Andre Thomas, Ted
Burik, Merwin Kato, Larry Halloway,
Clipper Anderson, Jerry Garcia and Ken
French, Hans Brehmer, Alexey Nikoleav,
Osama Affifi and Garey Williams and
Cary Black, Hans Brehmer.
A native of the Seattle area in the early
years at Samammish High School, I  
was trained by Jack Halm, a local great
who still teaches at the Bellevue School
District and at Seattle Pacific University.
 From 1986 to 1988 I was awarded first
place for vocals three years in a row at
the Lionel Hampton Jazz Competition.  I
 studied Music and  History at Southern
University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana,
where I developed a deep
understanding of the blues and the
origins of the music that I  sing today.  
After taking a break from singing
professionally for several years to raise
my  family, I began singing again in
various clubs and competitions in
Seattle and Tacoma, including Tulas
and Thompsons Point-of-View.
I  studied voice with Cornish College of
the Arts Instructor Andrienne Wilson
from October 2004 until March 2005, and
I have  been with the Black Lab Trio
ever since March 2003.
My influences include, Diane Reeves,
Nina Simone, Tuck and Patti, and
especially my  favorite:  Sarah Vaughan
who I think was the best jazz vocalist of
all time.
But my real inspiration is my family. My
children actually like jazz and
appreciate the art of music.
I am blessed to three beautiful children
who keep me busy and make me laugh
all at the same time:  Sherman, Soloman
and my latest release Madeline.      
Vocals by Jacqueline
"Jacqueline's heart and
soul reach out and pull
you into her rich, vibrant
vocals - she is a
thoroughly engaging
performer whose eyes
and smile will capture
your  heart and soul!"
Kae LeBeau