“Even though the quality of a show sometimes it’s not reflected in the commercial success, we need to focus on different kinds of success, like the reviews and feedback from the audience, for example.”
WHO: Anna Vanosi
WHAT: “Step into a musical odyssey with Anna Vanosi and her ensemble, where every note tells a story. From the cinematic allure of Morricone’s film scores to the timeless charm of Sinatra, journey through tasteful swing jazz and soul-stirring blues standards. Anna Vanosi’s magnetic presence infuses each song with character, lyricism and passion. ‘Vanosi’s voice is nectar’ (NorthWestEnd.com). ‘Eccentric, adorable, enchanting: A real-life Italian diva’ **** (BroadwayBaby.com). An unforgettable Fringe experience at the best jazz venue in town.”
WHERE: The Jazz Bar – Partially Seated (Venue 57)
WHEN: 17:30 (60 min)
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Is this your first time to Edinburgh?
This is not my first time to Edinburgh, I’ve been performing at the famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival since my graduation from Napier University course Acting for Stage and Screen in 2017 and I’ve been performing ever since. I created and performed two cabaret solo-shows and since last year also a Music show. This year I’ve created a brand new music show for jazz and music lovers that want to discover Italian sounds and its connection with Jazz, titled “Italian Jazz Affair”.
What are the big things you’ve learned since 2023 and have you absorbed any of the lessons yet?
Every year there’s something to learn. I’m managing everything by myself and being a band leader on top of creator and manager of a show it’s very difficult, sometimes challenging and exhausting, but also very rewarding. Even though the quality of a show sometimes it’s not reflected in the commercial success, we need to focus on different kinds of success, like the reviews and feedback from the audience, for example.
Some people have sent me friendship requests or sent me personal messages to compliment me and my band and have been following ever since! It’s wonderful to get the chance to grow a fan base like that!
Tell us about your show.
I’m the creator, producer and singer of the show I’ve created which has been created also thanks to my awesome band members and the venue I’m performing in, The Jazz Bar, iconic jazz/blues/funk venue in Edinburgh. I’ve had the chance to perform there regularly since 2022 and I had a residency for almost a year, called “Sunday Sonata”. This allowed me to grow my jazz and blues repertoire and to insert, bit by bit, Italian songs in the midst of the American songbook. I’ve noticed how much the audience has been appreciating the Italian songs and so I’ve decided to bring this brand new show focusing on the Italian songs, soudtracks and sounds from my land and its connection to the American songbook.
What should your audience see at the festivals after they’ve seen your show?
I am a an actor as well as a singer and I love the Fringe for the opportunity to see brand new and very “fringe” shows that are very different from mainstream and commercial theatre shows performed in Edinburgh during the year.
I don’t have a specific recommendation for this year yet, but I’ll be studying the Fringe programme and I’ll make sure to see lots of solo-shows and storytelling because that’s what I like the most!
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