"Joyce gave an outstanding performance at the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) Chefs Dinner on March 16, 2008. Her voice has the ability to capture the essence of Jazz, Gospel and the Blues. Her warm personality and smooth style of singing keeps the audience captivated…..she is truly a remarkable performer. "
| -- Edward Clausell, Host, UNCF Chefs Event (March 16, 2008) |
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(Re: Joyce Randolph, February 8, 2006 "Music at Noon Performance")
"It was a beautiful performance...it is a rare voice, indeed, that has the kaleidoscope of color, dynamic range and both bold and subtle nuance of phrase to captivate an audience for a full program with a single bass as accompaniment. Truly - a gorgeous, remarkable performance."
-- Robert Bozina, Professor of Music, Santa Clara Univeristy
Director of SCU Music at Noon Series" (February 9, 2006) |
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"As gifted as she is gracious, Joyce Randolph's a cappella rendition of the National Anthem prior to the National Hockey League's San Jose Sharks game on November 19, 2005 was simply wonderful."
-- Ayron Sequeira, Event Presentation Coordinator
Silicon Valley Sports and Entertainment
HP Pavillion, San Jose, CA (December 7, 2005)
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"Joyce is one
of the most authentic jazz vocalists that I’ve had the pleasure to know. Her blues and gospel influence is obviously firsthand and she combines this with a big, well-trained voice.”
| -- Steve Saperstein, Stanford Magazine (Nov/Dec 2005) |
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"Joyce Randolph, a soulful South Bay vocalist backed by a superlative rhythm section."
| -- Andrew Gilbert, San Francisco Chroncle (November 4, 2005) |
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"This record is a big exception. Joyce is the REAL DEAL!!! I hope the record gets the exposure it deserves. Jazz singing at its best-no gimmicks."
| -- Joe Moore, Music Director, KFSR Fresno (October 2005) |
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"When I listen to Joyce Randolph, I find myself connecting with the great jazz voices of the past. So simple, yet so profound."
| -- Renee Williams, Music Director, WCLK Atlanta (September 2005) |
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"Joyce Randolph Quintet, a beautiful singer with a sterling band."
| -- Richard Scheinin, San Jose Mercury News (August 28, 2005) |
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"People sink back into their chairs and relax when Joyce enters the stage. She has a presence that says,
'OK, I'm here. All is well with the world.' ...and we believe her."
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"Jazz at Noon at the Recital Hall at Santa Clara University reached new heights this past week with a dazzling performance from Joyce Randolph. Joyce Randolph and Jeff Chambers, her creative and talented bassist, performed a soulful and sophisticated set of jazz love songs. Combining technical virtuosity with a deeply passionate, heartfelt delivery. Joyce Randolph's vocal performance was exceptional…an invigorating musical experience."
| -- Michael Axelman, KSCU, Santa Clara 103.3 FM (May 2005) |
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"Last time she played the Hyatt Sainte Claire, vocalist Joyce Randolph knocked 'em dead. She's back for an encore. Randolph, a Stanford grad and former English teacher at Santa Teresa High School, blends blues and jazz."
| -- San Jose Mercury News (April 2005) |
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"Joyce Randolph truly brought the house down here at the Sainte Claire. It was a mesmerizing experience to feel such emotional energy from her voice. The entire room sat silent awaiting upon each note, as the world stood still outside during her performance."
-- Patricia Morreale, General Manager, Hyatt Sainte Claire
San Jose Mercury News (November 18, 2004) |
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"Joyce combines the best of blues and jazz. She has a wonderful stage presence, warm and friendly. She's lived; she sings the truth."
-- Steve Saperstein, General Director San Jose Jazz Society
San Jose Mercury News (November 11, 2004) |
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"Nine years ago when I profiled Santa Teresa High School English teacher Joyce Randolph in these pages, she was just realizing her dream: to sing professionally and to record a CD. That's why it was such a pleasure to see her again Sunday, dazzling a standing-room-only crowd at the Hyatt Sainte Claire in support of her second CD, ``Just a Little Blue.'' If anything, Randolph's jazzy/bluesy vocals are even stronger than those on that first recording, ``I Send Him Roses.'' And, as she advised her audience (and still advises her students), don't let a day pass without doing something to realize your dream. Advice always is better when it has been lived."
| -- Leigh Weimers, San Jose Mercury News (October 20, 2004) |
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"Light the candles and fill the glasses, snuggle up to your main squeeze, relax and enjoy a very intimate offering by Joyce Randolph accompanied by the "Jazz Professor" Bill Bell on piano and the masterful Jeff Chambers on bass. That's what I did and will want to do over and over again."
-- Haybert King Houston, , Publisher/Editor in Chief
Jazz Now Interactive (October 2004) |
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"Joyce Randolph is an undeniably gifted jazz artist. In her voice clearly dwells the collective spirit of such classic vocalists as Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, and Sarah Vaughan. Joyce doesn’t simply sing a song; she transforms each song into a poignant musical drama. SEE, HEAR, and BE MOVED by the vocal genius of Joyce Randolph. Undoubtedly, Joyce IS the evolution of the blues."
| -- Afrikahn J. Dayvs KKUP FM Radio (October 2004) |
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"Joyce sings with distinction...nurturing her words with Holiday-like enunciation and Horn-ish lure."
-- Pete Fallico, "Doodlin' Lounge
Downbeat KUSP 88.9FM, KCSM 91.1FM (October 2004) |
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"Joyce performed at our national conference alongside one of our educational keynote presenters, to an audience of around 5,000. She also performed at our opening reception to approximately 2,000 educators, who loved her performance. Joyce is a very talented performer with an excellent stage presence. Not only that, her bright personality shines through and into her uplifting music."
-- Kim J. Langille, National Events Supervisor
Renaissance Learning, Inc, San Antonio, TX (March 19, 2002)
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"Mrs. Randolph's performance (Kimball's East, Emeryville, CA) with world class guitarist Calvin Keys Quartet was quintessential. She clearly continues the lineage of L'il Esther Phillips, Dinah Washington, and Sarah Vaughan, and has added her own special, sincere style. It was a night to remember."
| -- Haybert King Houston, Jazz Now Magazine (October 2000) |
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"Joyce Randolph's musical arrival is meteoric and that of a finely honed recording artist and stylist."
| -- Leigh Weimers, San Jose Mercury News (1995) |
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