V. Shayne Frederick
Overview
V. Shayne Frederick is a vocalist, pianist, and educator with performances spanning decades. He’s electrified TEDx, NPR, and stages nationally. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, "Jazz star V. Shayne Frederick [is] touted as one of the region's greatest jazz singers." “His stunning baritone effortlessly soars,” (WXPN) as “one of the region’s busiest and best jazz singers,” (Broad Street Review) “one to watch [...] a shining light,” (All About Jazz) and “soulful” (Downbeat.)
V. Shayne is on the Governor's Board of the Recording Academy (GRAMMY) Philadelphia Chapter, and Adjunct Professor of Music at The University of the Arts.
Polished. Professional. Soulful. Classic.
Reviews
6 reviews
Shantel Y.
February 27, 2023An amazing & talented soul!
We booked V.Shayne Frederick for our Black History Month showcase and all of our attendees were blown away by his talent, performance, and are already asking when we can do this again! He was great to work with coordinating up to the event and I would book him again without hesitation.
Hired as: Singing Pianist
Ameena H.
February 6, 2023Excellent Customer Service
Really worked with my needs. Profesional and kind. Service was excellent. Came and performed as the professional he is.
Hired as: Pianist, Singing Pianist
Carly M.
September 19, 2023An amazing addition to our reception!
We had V. Shayne perform at our wedding anniversary/reception party and he was a huge hit! He was an amazing addition to the party and we are so grateful he was there.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Pianist, Singing Pianist
Lamar B.
April 2, 2023The BEST!
V. Shayne was great! He arrived on time & everybody loved him.
The perfect addition to our party!!
Hired as: Pianist
Genithia G.
February 8, 2023A perfect gem 💎
V. Shayne arrived on time and immediately started performing. He entertained my crowd and gave my mother a beautiful birthday serenade. I will absolutely book him again for all my parties and events.
Hired as: Jazz Pianist, Jazz Singer, Pianist, Singing Pianist
Booking information
Price range: $250 and up
What to expect
Classic + contemporary. Stride piano, chanson, bossa nova, blues, Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Stevie.
About
V. Shayne Frederick is a pianist, vocalist, arranger and musical director with performances spanning two decades. He has been featured at TEDx, the historic Minton’s Harlem, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, the Barnes Foundation, Suzanne Roberts Theater, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Harlem Stage, Resorts Casino, South Jazz Parlor, World Café Live, Michener Art Museum, Long Beach Island Foundation, Kelsey’s Supper Club (Atlantic City,) and the African-American Museum in Philadelphia. He has also been featured at the John Coltrane Jazz Festival, Center City Jazz Festival, the Piton International Film Festival, and Musikfest. Cited by the Broad Street Review as “one of the region’s busiest and best jazz singers,” V. Shayne has been appointed “one to watch” and a “shining light” by All About Jazz. His official debut album Lovesome was released in 2019, followed by two EPs: Gleaming and Evergreen.
Services offered
Past booked events
September 2023
16
Saturday
Anniversary Party
5:00pm - 8:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
May 2023
14
Sunday
Corporate Event
10:00am - 2:30pm
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Philadelphia, PA
March 2023
25
Saturday
Birthday Party
4:00pm - 6:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
February 2023
24
Friday
Corporate Event
3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
04
Saturday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
January 2023
28
Saturday
Teen Birthday Party
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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Philadelphia, PA
December 2022
11
Sunday
Funeral/Memorial Service
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Philadelphia, PA
September 2022
16
Friday
Birthday Party
7:00pm - 7:45pm
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Philadelphia, PA
Set list
The Great American Songbook. Soul Music. Yacht Rock.
Influences and inspiration
Nat King Cole, Shirley Horn, Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Ellington, Stevie Wonder, Sarah Vaughan, Carmen McRae