The newest album by vocalist CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA, is a compilation of songs that speaks to the tumultuous times we live in. Segal-Garcia’s warm voice combined with the hip, updated jazz arrangements and top-notch musicianship, make SOCIAL ANTHEMS VOLUME 2 a relevant and compelling project that reverberates in today’s social and political climate.
I wanted to do something nice for people right now, so I decided to do what I do well!
I’m signing on to Facebook Live https://www.facebook.com/cathysegalgarcia
and Youtube Live: Cathy Segal-Garcia Noontime Facebook Live hangs
These days I’m usually on once a week, many times on Mondays from noon to about 2:00 p.m., with special creative guests and we share a life class on whatever we want to talk about: music, singing, playing, making CDs, life philosophies.
Come join in, ask questions, make comments! See you there!
Email Cathy here to purchase physical CDs
CATHY SEGAL-GARCIA & PHILLIP STRANGE LIVE IN JAPAN - 2022
This live 2-disc recording of Segal-Garcia and pianist Phillip Strange from a Japan tour in December 1992, offers a peek into an intimate musical space where authenticity creates a rich listening experience.
STRAIGHT AHEAD TO THE UK - 2019
Recorded in England and the U.S., the songs on STRAIGHT AHEAD TO THE U.K. comprise an assemblage of standards, modern jazz compositions, and a couple of originals by Segal-Garcia.
DREAMSVILLE - 2019
This trio setting of voice, piano and guitar creates an openness which commands the listeners attention by the breathless expectation of what will happen next.
“A songwriter and vocal interpreter of uncommon emotional depth and intuitive lyrical insight, L.A. jazz veteran Cathy Segal-Garcia has the uncanny ability of discovering deeper, previously uncharted soul territory in a song no matter the surroundings… Her latest, true to its title, Dreamsville, is remarkable for its pin drop hushed sense of intimacy and masterful expressions of tender, thoughtful moods.”
~JW Vibe by Jonathan Widran
“Cathy’s voice is a splendid, resonant and captivating sonic experience. Her multi-octave range adds a new dimension to many of your favorite songs … So check out The Jazz Chamber and the brilliant delivery of these songs by Cathy Segal-Garcia, her guest vocalists and the 30-piece orchestra.”
~Sounds of Timeless Jazz by Paula Edelstein
“Cathy sings with eloquent charm and deep understanding of the lyrics; indeed, on some songs she brings to the surface qualities not always uncovered by other singers… there are many profound and moving moments to cherish. Cathy’s vocal sound is a warm contralto that brings added depths and maturity to performances that are of the highest quality. A wholly admirable set that will be admired by many.”
~Jazz Mostly by Bruce Crowther
“Cathy Segal-Garcia brings her flexible and warm voice to meld with the sepia tones of a chamber ensemble. This is a chamber worth hanging around in.”
~JazzWeekly by George Harris
Are you yearning for an experience of singing that leaves behind nervousness, vocal straining and copying others? Do you want to expand your range, improve your pitch, tone, or hone your ability to scat and improvise.
Cathy has taught over 8000 workshops over the course of her long career. Guest teachers have included Grammy awards winning singers and topics include scat improvisation, band leadership, how to get gigs, and how to sing from a place of personal power.
Get ready to make your impact on the music scene. Cathy Segal Garcia is a highly sought after CD and demo producer who has access to all the best musicians, writers, engineers, and recording studios in the greater Los Angeles area.
As a long-time educator, working jazz vocalist and graduate of the Berklee College of Music, Cathy has a unique and valuable perspective to offer your students. Her perspective is that singers are a part of the band, not separate from the instrumentalists.
Available on Kindle and in Paperback
The Act of Becoming is a highly personal evocation and accounting of a life still unfolding. Cathy’s poetic stories about her own experience in the world. Read this beautiful tome not only to learn of Cathy’s original quest but at the risk of finding yourself strewn across its pages.
Master Your Vocal Instrument
Learn in clear and simple terms how your voice works and how to get it to do what you want. This book includes clear explanations, illuminating diagrams and fun vocal exercises that will definitely improve the quality of your voice and singing. E-BOOK
