Kenny Washington thrills audiences across the globe with his soulful interpretations, seemingly limitless range, and rapid-fire scatting. 

Born and raised in New Orleans, Washington grew up singing gospel in the church where his parents were choir members and playing saxophone in school bands. After college, Washington played with the honorary U.S. Navy Band Guam, followed by the U.S. Navy Band 7th Fleet, stationed in Japan. For nine years Washington performed with the Navy bands across Asia, Russia, Australia and the U.S. 

After settling in the San Francisco Bay Area, Washington had an early success with a high profile project that came when he was cast in a featured role in an off-Broadway jazz theater production called Fire at Keaton’s Bar & Grill, by saxophonist Roy Nathanson. Washington performed at the New York City debut in a glittering cast with Elvis Costello, Deborah Harry and Nancy King.

Described as one of “the Bay Area’s best kept musical secrets,” Washington’s astounding improvisational flights, inventive approach and emotional intensity are awe-inspiring. If you have never heard this New Orleans native sing before, prepare to join a global audience that has welcomed the introduction to Washington’s talent.