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Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Brazilian singer-songwriter and actress Alice Caymmi is one of the distinctive voices of contemporary Brazilian music. With a career spanning nearly two decades, her artistry blends MPB, art pop, electronic music and theatrical performance, challenging conventions while exploring identity, individuality and artistic freedom. A Prêmio Multishow winner and multiple Brazilian Music Awards nominee, Alice has released six studio albums, establishing a musical identity that moves beyond traditional genre boundaries. Her collaborations include Anitta, Chico César, Pabllo Vittar, Rincon Sapiência, Josyara and ÀTTØØXXÁ, reflecting her connection to the evolving sounds of Brazilian music. Born into one of Brazil's most celebrated musical families, Alice is the granddaughter of legendary composer Dorival Caymmi, daughter of musician Danilo Caymmi, and niece of Nana Caymmi and Dori Caymmi. While embracing this extraordinary heritage, she has built a distinctive career on her own terms, using music and performance to explore contemporary perspectives on femininity, identity and LGBTQ+ representation. In this episode, Alice opens a conversation around artistic independence, family legacy, creative identity and the freedom to challenge expectations — offering an intimate look at what it means to find your own voice while carrying one of Brazil's most recognizable musical names. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and leave a comment to join the celebration. Alice Caymmi – https://www.instagram.com/alicecaymmi/Maria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz/LISTEN on ALL Streaming Platforms – https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sisterhoodofsound/episodes/ Producer, Host & Songwriter | Maria MendesArt Director | Liliana CarvalhoSound Engineers | Oliwia Jemielita & Yasmin Eden

In this special segment, JUNO Award–winning and GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and producer Laila Biali joins us for a quick, bold, and refreshingly candid Q&A. With a career spanning over 25 years and 10 albums as a bandleader, Laila has collaborated with internationally renowned artists including Sting, Chris Botti, Paula Cole, and Suzanne Vega. A multiple JUNO nominee, she is also the host of CBC Music’s national radio show Saturday Night Jazz, where she amplifies jazz artists from across Canada and around the world.🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for a deeper dive into Laila’s artistry, career, and musical journey. Laila Biali – https://lailabiali.com Maria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz/ Spotify — https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sisterhoodofsound/episodes/ Producer, Host & Songwriter | Maria Mendes Art Director | Liliana Carvalho Sound Engineers | Oliwia Jemielita & Yasmin Eden

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Canadian singer-songwriter, pianist, arranger, and producer Laila Biali has built a remarkable career at the crossroads of jazz, pop, songwriting, and improvisation. With a career spanning over 25 years, her music combines expressive vocals, sophisticated arranging, and a deeply personal approach to storytelling. A JUNO Award winner, GRAMMY nominee, and multiple JUNO nominee, Laila has released 10 albums as a bandleader and collaborated with internationally renowned artists including Sting, Chris Botti, Paula Cole, and Suzanne Vega. Her career reflects a constant willingness to evolve while maintaining a strong musical identity of her own. Beyond her work as a performing and recording artist, Laila is the host of CBC Music’s national radio program Saturday Night Jazz, where she champions jazz artists from across Canada and around the world, bringing new voices and established musicians to a broad national audience. In this episode, Laila reflects on reinvention, resilience, creative identity, and building a lasting life in music — sharing the experiences and lessons behind more than two decades as an artist, bandleader, and advocate for jazz. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and leave a comment to join the celebration. Laila Biali – https://lailabiali.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz/Spotify — https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sisterhoodofsound/episodes/ Producer, Host & Songwriter | Maria MendesArt Director | Liliana CarvalhoSound Engineers | Oliwia Jemielita & Yasmin Eden

In this special segment, GRAMMY Award–winning and 2× Latin GRAMMY–winning singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer Gaby Moreno joins us for a quick, bold, and refreshingly candid Q&A. Known for her soulful blend of blues, jazz, Latin, and folk influences, Gaby brings warmth, insight, and quiet strength to this rapid-fire session. With a career spanning over 18 years and nine studio albums as a bandleader, Gaby has collaborated with iconic artists including Tracy Chapman, Omara Portuondo, Ani DiFranco, Hugh Laurie, Jackson Browne, Van Dyke Parks, and Oscar Isaac. Beyond music, she is a passionate advocate for cultural and gender diversity and proudly serves as the first UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador from Guatemala, using her voice to inspire change through art. 🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for a deeper dive into Gaby’s artistry, purpose-driven career, and global impact. Gaby Moreno – https://www.gabymoreno.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Guatemalan singer, songwriter, guitarist, and producer Gaby Moreno is one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary global music. With a career spanning over 18 years, her artistry seamlessly blends blues, jazz, Latin, folk, and Americana, rooted in storytelling, emotional honesty, and cultural depth. A GRAMMY Award winner and two-time Latin GRAMMY Award winner, Gaby has released nine studio albums as a bandleader, earning international acclaim for her warm vocals, poetic songwriting, and genre-defying sound. Her collaborations span an extraordinary range of artists, including Tracy Chapman, Omara Portuondo, Ani DiFranco, Hugh Laurie, Jackson Browne, Van Dyke Parks, and Oscar Isaac, reflecting a musical language that transcends borders. Beyond the stage, Gaby is a powerful advocate for cultural diversity and gender equity in music. She mentors emerging female artists and made history as the first UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador from Guatemala, using her platform to amplify voices and stories often left unheard. In this episode, Gaby reflects on identity, resilience, creativity, and the responsibility of carrying culture through song — offering an intimate look into a career shaped by purpose as much as artistry. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and leave a comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENTwww.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz FollowGaby Moreno – https://www.gabymoreno.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #GabyMoreno #WomenInMusic #LatinGrammyWinner #GrammyWinner #SingerSongwriter #GlobalMusic #LatinFolk #BluesJazz #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #CulturalIdentity #MusicWithPurpose #UNICEFGoodwillAmbassador #IndependentArtists #BehindTheMusic #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee

In this special segment, internationally acclaimed harpist, composer, and recording artist Lavinia Meijer joins us for a quick, bold, and refreshingly candid Q&A. Known for expanding the harp beyond classical tradition into contemporary, electronic, and avant-garde worlds, Lavinia brings curiosity, creativity, and fearless perspective to this rapid-fire session. With a career spanning 25+ years, two gold records, one platinum record, an ECHO Klassik Award nomination, and over 12 albums as a bandleader, Lavinia has become one of the most pioneering harp voices of her generation. She has collaborated with visionary artists including Philip Glass, Sufjan Stevens, Iggy Pop, Brad Mehldau, Ólafur Arnalds, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Alexandra Stréliski, creating a sound world where boundaries disappear. 🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for a deeper dive into Lavinia’s artistry, innovation, and her environmental awareness through music. Follow:Lavinia Meijer – https://www.laviniameijer.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #Podcast #MusicIndustry #SisterhoodOfSound #LaviniaMeijer #WomenInMusic #WomenInClassicalMusic #Harpist #HarpMusic #ContemporaryClassical #ExperimentalMusic #AvantGardeMusic #ElectronicMusic #CreativeVoices #MusicInnovation #PhilipGlass #SufjanStevens #IggyPop #BradMehldau #OlafurArnalds #RyuichiSakamoto #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee #BehindTheMusic #FunQandA #ArtistLife #IndependentArtists #CreativeProcess #MusicInterview

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Three-time GRAMMY Award winner Cécile McLorin Salvant is an American vocalist, composer, and lyricist celebrated for revitalizing forgotten songs with theatrical flair, narrative depth, and striking originality. With seven studio albums as a bandleader, she has become one of the most visionary voices in contemporary jazz. A recipient of the MacArthur “Genius” Grant, the Doris Duke Artist Award, and the Glenn Gould Protégé Prize, Cécile bridges tradition and innovation through her bold storytelling and musical intelligence. In this episode, she opens up about her artistic process, visual art, and Ogresse—her self-written cantata now evolving into an animated film. Cécile has collaborated with Sullivan Fortner, Fred Hersch, Darcy James Argue, Aaron Diehl Trio, Alexa Tarantino, and performed with leading orchestras including the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, the Metropole Orkest, and The Knights. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: www.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz Follow:Cécile McLorin Salvant – https://www.cecilemclorinsalvant.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #CecileMcLorinSalvant #WomenInJazz #StorytellingThroughMusic #VocalJazz #JazzVocalist #MacArthurFellow #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #WomenInMusic #BehindTheMusic #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyWinner #JazzAtLincolnCenter #MetropoleOrkest #Ogresse #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Lavinia Meijer is an internationally acclaimed harpist, composer, and recording artist with a career spanning 25+ years across classical, contemporary, and experimental music. With a fearless artistic vision, Lavinia has helped redefine the harp’s role in modern culture—bringing it into new worlds of electronic, avant-garde, and cross-genre collaboration. With two gold records, one platinum record, an ECHO Klassik Award nomination, and over 12 albums as a bandleader, Lavinia has become one of the most pioneering voices for the harp today. She has collaborated with visionary artists including Philip Glass, Sufjan Stevens, Iggy Pop, Brad Mehldau, Ólafur Arnalds, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Alexandra Stréliski, building a sound that moves effortlessly between tradition and innovation. Beyond the stage, Lavinia continues to expand the global harp repertoire while also bringing environmental awarenessinto her artistic work—proving that music can inspire both imagination and responsibility. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and leave a comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENTwww.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz FollowLavinia Meijer – https://www.laviniameijer.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #LaviniaMeijer #WomenInMusic #WomenInClassicalMusic #Harpist #ContemporaryClassical #ExperimentalMusic #AvantGardeMusic #ElectronicMusic #MusicInnovation #CreativeVoices #BehindTheMusic #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee #IndependentArtists #PhilipGlass #SufjanStevens #RyuichiSakamoto

In this special segment, 2× GRAMMY-winning jazz vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger, and educator Nicole Zuraitis joins us for a quick, bold, and refreshingly candid Q&A. Known for her sharp musical intelligence, emotional honesty, and independent artistic path, Nicole brings humor, clarity, and fearless opinions to this rapid-fire session — including her very direct take on the most overrated trend in music today. With a career spanning 15+ years, six studio albums as a bandleader, and collaborations with Christian McBride, Antonio Sánchez, Veronica Swift, Thana Alexa, Rachel Z, and more — as well as her role as former premier vocalist of the Birdland Big Band — Nicole has become a powerful voice in contemporary jazz. Beyond music, she actively advocates for mental health awareness, environmental responsibility, and animal rescue, having fostered over 13 rescue dogs alongside her husband Dan Pugach. 🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for a deeper dive into Nicole’s artistry, purpose-driven career, and life as an independent creator. Follow: Nicole Zuraitis – https://www.nicolezuraitis.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! Nicole Zuraitis is a 2× GRAMMY Award–winning jazz vocalist, pianist, composer, arranger and educator known for her emotional storytelling, vocal power, and genre-crossing creativity. With a career spanning more than 15 years and six studio albums as a bandleader, Nicole has become a defining voice in contemporary vocal jazz. A 6× GRAMMY nominee, winner of the American Traditions Vocal Competition, and named a Rising Star Vocalistby DownBeat Magazine and the Jazz Journalists Association, Nicole has collaborated with leading artists including Christian McBride, Dan Pugach, Veronica Swift, Antônio Sánchez, Thana Alexa, Rachel Z, and Omar Joaquin, and previously served as the premier vocalist for the Birdland Big Band. Beyond the stage, Nicole advocates for mental-health awareness, environmental responsibility, and animal-rescue activism. Together with her husband Dan Pugach, she has fostered over 13 rescue dogs, integrating compassion and community into her artistic mission. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and leave a comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENTwww.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz FollowNicole Zuraitis – https://www.nicolezmusic.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #NicoleZuraitis #WomenInJazz #JazzVocalists #GrammyWinner #GrammyNominee #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #WomenInMusic #BehindTheMusic #JazzPiano #BirdlandBigBand #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #IndependentArtists #VocalJazz #JazzEducation

EXTRA 5 is a brand-new segment from the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast, where our guests answer five exclusive questions you won’t hear in the full episode!New content drops every Tuesday — one week, a full in-depth interview, the next, this exciting rapid-fire session!In this special segment, 5× GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist, composer, educator, and bandleader Lakecia Benjamin joins us for a quick, bold, and brilliantly candid Q&A. Known for her electrifying presence on stage and her powerful fusion of jazz, soul, and contemporary music, Lakecia brings humor, honesty, and unstoppable energy to this rapid-fire session.With a career spanning 20+ years — including collaborations with McCoy Tyner, Ravi Coltrane, Terri Lyne Carrington, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and The Roots — Lakecia has become one of the defining voices of modern jazz. She is also the founder of Women of the World, an initiative dedicated to empowering women musicians and expanding equity in jazz education.🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for an inspiring deep dive into Lakecia’s artistic vision, leadership, and advocacy for women in jazz.Follow:Lakecia Benjamin – https://www.lakeciabenjamin.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz |Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53#Podcast #MusicIndustry #Shorts #SisterhoodOfSound #LakeciaBenjamin #WomenInJazz #Saxophonists #JazzInnovation #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #JazzEducation #JazzAdvocacy #ModernJazz #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee #WomenInMusic #BehindTheMusic

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! New York–born saxophonist, composer, and bandleader Lakecia Benjamin is one of the most dynamic and visionary voices in contemporary jazz today. With an electrifying sound rooted in jazz, soul, and Afro-diasporic traditions, she brings unstoppable energy, deep emotional storytelling, and political urgency to her music. A 5× GRAMMY-nominated artist, Lakecia has released five albums as a bandleader and has collaborated with legends including McCoy Tyner, Ravi Coltrane, Terri Lyne Carrington, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and The Roots. Her work bridges tradition and innovation, honoring the lineage of John and Alice Coltrane while carving out a bold, unmistakable identity of her own. Beyond the stage, Lakecia is the founder of Women of the World, an initiative dedicated to empowering women musicians and expanding equity in jazz education through partnerships with Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Jazz Education Network. In 2024, she was honored as Jazz Female Artist of the Year for her artistic excellence and tireless advocacy. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: www.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz Follow:Lakecia Benjamin – https://www.lakeciabenjamin.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #LakeciaBenjamin #WomenInJazz #ModernJazz #JazzInnovation #Saxophonists #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #JazzEducation #JazzAdvocacy #McCoyTyner #RaviColtrane #TheRoots #TerriLyneCarrington #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee #WomenInMusic #BehindTheMusic

EXTRA 5 is a brand-new segment from the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast, where our guests answer five exclusive questions you won’t hear in the full episode!New content drops every Tuesday — one week, a full in-depth interview, the next, this exciting rapid-fire session!In this special segment, award-winning jazz vocalist, composer, and improviser Camille Bertault joins us for a quick, playful, and insightful Q&A. Known for her dazzling vocal virtuosity, inventive lyrics, and her ability to move effortlessly between bebop, French chanson, and Brazilian music, Camille brings humor, spontaneity, and artistic fearlessness to this refreshing mini-interview.🎧 Watch & listen now — available on all streaming platforms & YouTube!Missed the full conversation? Check out the main episode for an in-depth dive into Camille’s creative journey!Follow:Camille Bertault – https://www.camillebertault.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz |Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #Podcast #MusicIndustry #Shorts #SisterhoodOfSound #CamilleBertault #WomenInJazz #VocalImprovisation #FrenchJazz #BebopVocals #BrazilianJazz #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #JazzInnovation #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee

Welcome to the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast! French jazz vocalist, composer, and lyricist Camille Bertault is one of today’s most inventive jazz voices. Rooted in bebop improvisation and known for her dazzling vocal agility, she moves fluidly between French and Portuguese, bridging Parisian jazz with the lyricism of Brazilian music. Winner of the 2023 Victoires du Jazz Award for Best Jazz Vocalist and nominee for the German Jazz Prize, Camille has released seven albums as a bandleader. Her collaborations span Guinga, Hamilton de Holanda, Vanessa Moreno, Dani Gurgel, Dan Tepfer, Jeff Ballard, Joe Sanders, Jacky Terrasson, and the Brussels Jazz Orchestra, reflecting a musical world where improvisation, poetry, and playfulness meet. 🎧 New episodes every Tuesday!Subscribe, like, and comment to join the celebration. EXCLUSIVE CONTENT: www.patreon.com/mariamendesjazz Follow:Camille Bertault – https://www.camillebertault.comMaria Mendes – https://www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSpotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #CamilleBertault #WomenInJazz #FrenchJazz #JazzVocalist #VocalImprovisation #BebopSingers #BossaNova #MPB #BrazilianJazz #WomenComposers #CreativeVoices #WomenInMusic #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #GrammyNominee #LatinGrammyNominee #JazzEducation #BrusselsJazzOrchestra

EXTRA 5 is a brand-new segment from the Sisterhood of Sound Podcast, where our guests answer five exclusive questions you won’t hear in the full episode! New content drops every Tuesday—one week, a full in-depth interview, the next, this exciting rapid-fire session! In this special segment, award-winning musical theater actress, singer, and producer Sissi Martins takes a break from the stage to get candid in our lightning-round Q&A — from favorite roles and dream collaborations to what inspires her beyond the spotlight. Known for starring in Rent, Jesus Christ Superstar, and voicing Disney heroines like Raya and Belle, Sissi opens up with humor, warmth, and authenticity. 🎧 Watch & listen now to the FULL EPISODE — available on all streaming platforms: Follow:Sissi Martins – https://www.instagram.com/sissimartins_Maria Mendes – www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazzSissi Martins – https://www.instagram.com/sissimartins_Maria Mendes – www.instagram.com/mariamendesjazz | Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/artist/0BTAvohFPOilgPk8Mddv53 #SisterhoodOfSound #PodcastLaunch #SissiMartins #WomenInTheatre #MusicalTheatre #PortugueseArtists #DisneyVoices #CreativeVoices #WomenInMusic #FunQandA #StageAndScreen #Extra5 #BroadwayVoices #WomenEmpowerment #BehindTheMusic #MariaMendes #MariaMendesJazz #LatinGrammyNominee #GrammyNominee