"Such is the case with Stella Cole, a young singer who's brought jazz standards and the Great American Songbook to the age of social media and converted a lot of Gen Z into fans of classical American tunes. It all began when Cole casually posted a video of herself singing "Over the Rainbow," which went viral. It's not necessarily the source material that has converted so many of her fans, but her lush tone and natural charm."
"The Rolling Stones famously sang, "It's the singer, not the song." Such is the case with Stella Cole, a young singer who's brought jazz standards and the Great American Songbook to the age of social media and converted a lot of Gen Z into fans of classical American tunes. It all began when Cole casually posted a video of herself singing "Over the Rainbow," which went viral."
Stella Cole popularized jazz standards and the Great American Songbook among younger listeners by showcasing her voice on social media. A casually posted performance of "Over the Rainbow" went viral and introduced many Gen Z users to classic American tunes. Her appeal rests on a lush tone, natural charm, and precise control over every vocal element, producing an effortless sound. She emphasizes expressive delivery rather than relying on the source material. She performs live at Bing Concert Hall, Stanford, on Sun, Jan 18, at 4pm with tickets priced $16–$113.
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