Vocalist and pianist Nicky Allan is a great entertainer. Influenced by all the great women in Jazz, especially women musicians such as Diana Krall, Shirley Horn, Nina Simone and Aretha Franklin to name a few, her vocal style is a blend of wholesome Blues combined with soulful Jazz and more than a hint of R & B. She is a formidable scat vocalist and loves to improvise both on vocals and on the piano. Musically, Nicki is influenced by the great rhythmic funksters; Herbie Hancock, Stevie Wonder, Oscar Peterson and Thelonious Monk to name but a few, though add a touch of Red Garland and Jeff Lorber and you get the idea.

Accompanied by the JazzLeeds trio the music is mostly from the American Songbook with a scattering of original jazz tunes honed by Nicki herself. Together they will play a lively and varied set of uptempo music with a surprisingly fresh, modern sound interwoven with bold improvisation, Scat and a deliciously driving feel. Maybe a Christmas song or two as well!