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"Tyrha has the sort of sultry, velvety contralto that's perfect for a warm summer night - or a cool night in the fall." -Rolling Out Magazine-
Tyrha is a jazz vocalist and songwriter who steals the show with her classy and sassy style. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, Tyrha was the first African-American woman to enter and complete Northwestern University's rigorous musical theatre program. A versatile performer, Tyrha made her Los Angeles Debut with "Don't Bother Me I Can't Cope", and has played such diverse roles as Peter Pan in "Peter Pan", the Arbiter in "Chess" as Reno Sweeney in "Anything Goes". She toured with the highly acclaimed production of "Play On!" which aired on PBS' Great Performances. Other national credits include "Dreamgirls", "the First", "Kiss Me Kate" and "Sophisticated Ladies". Tyrha made her film debut in the Golden Globe and Oscar-nominated film "Mulholland Drive". She has recorded and toured Japan with R&B/Pop group "emanon" and former Temptation Ollie Woodson, recorded with artists Rom and Domino, and toured with Kathy Wade (renowned jazz vocalist) and Valerie Simpson. Tyrha's other musical credits include:
OPENING ACT: JONATHAN BUTLER, ROY HAINES, KIRK WHALUM, PIECES OF A DREAM
ARTIST SHOWCASE: SUGAR BAR IN NYC
OPENING ACT: ROLLS ROYCE
OPENING ACT: CONFUNKSHUN
FEATURED VOCALIST: NFL PRO-BOWL IN HAWAII
FEATURED VOCALIST: ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA NATIONAL CONFERENCE
FEATURED VOCALIST: SISTERS TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH NATIONAL CONVENTION
FEATURED VOCALIST: YWCA CAREER WOMEN NATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT FORUM
JAZZ FESTIVALS: NORWALK JAZZ FESTIVAL
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Hey there Beautiful! :) I can't tell you what a thrill it was to see you perform! You have such an amazing voice and style. Can't wait to see you again on July 12th. VERY excited. Stay well Sugar ;) hugs, Chris
