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Joan Cartwright is a veteran Jazz/Blues singer, composer, author and educator. Read what others have to say about her.
Joan Cartwright is one of the best vocal musicians, songwriters in our country today and some of the songs written by her will be Anthems for us to live by. -- SK
This is a musical voyage of where we have been and where we may go; it captures the time we live in and validates our emotions. Mo' power to you home girl! A trip around the world in sound! -- bobby barber
Kristen Elizabeth Long shared a page on July 2, 2015
In the spirit of celebrating those who embody the phrase "The Body I Was Born To Be In" I am spotlighting one person a day, until the single is officially released, who represent, to me, someone living as their most honest and true self. And killing it in the meantime!!
Today I choose Diva Joan Cartwright. If you want to put it simply, Joan is a brilliant jazz singer who has performed with many of the greats. But there's nothing simple about her, as she is so much more thanthat. Joan is a fervent advocate for women in music. She has spearheaded such organizations as Women in Jazz South Florida, Inc., has a podcast featuring women in music, and puts out a monthly newsletter promoting the gigs/releases/events of the members of WIJSF. I first met Joan when I worked at Laffing Matterz in Fort Lauderdale. She sang at the piano and I was in awe. She then complimented me on my singing and encouraged me to keep it up. Not long after, she showed up at one of my gigs at Blue Jean Blues. I was so humbled and grateful that she chose to come see me perform. Whether she even knew it or not, those interactions gave me the boost in confidence I needed to take the plunge and start Long Lost Friend, with drummer, Walt Brewer. Several years later Joan graciously had me as a guest on her podcast to talk about The Journey: A New Indie Musical, the musical created from the music of Long Lost Friend and my other compositions, when we were mounting our first concert production with Outre Theatre Company in Boca Raton, and in those 30 minutes she promoted the show, encouraged me and my efforts in music and theatre and educated me on some other facets of the business that I'd been lacking in. Joan Cartwright's voice is a powerful one. She knows who she is, she owns who she is, she thrives in who she is, and she empowers others through who she is. And, I, for one, am honored to know her.
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Women in Jazz South Florida, Inc.
Musician/Band - Jazz, Blues, Reggae, World, Classical
2009 Fort Lauderdale LINKS Honoree and other AWARDS
Joan [is] different. I knew the moment she stood to talk that there was something magical about her. This woman has presence. Not unusual for a Diva Songstress, I know. However, I believe that if you put her on stage with 100 other Diva Songstresses, she would still stand out. She is a woman who was placed here to be heard via spoken word, written word, and music. Joan is the perfect kind of bold. You listen because she is confident in her dream to use her voice. She has something to say and to sing. And she sings the reminder to us all. . . “Keep on dreamin, cuz only they come true!” -- Melinda Y. Armstrong (May 21, 2010)
July 1, 2010
My Dear, Dear Sister, Joan,
Just want to thank you so much for your grace and beautiful kindness. We enjoyed being on the show. It was a real girl friend two hours. Our connection is truly wonderful. Am grateful for Sasha and Rita's connecting us. sending my love to Sandra Kaye. And please give Terri Lyne Carrington my Love. Heard she has a son. How Wonderful!! I'm be purchasing your books soon. Want to read them very soon as I may list one them as required reading for the course. These kind of publications always help in getting the message of jazz across to so many who really need to know what is really going on. Let's please stay in touch.
Bright Moments and Love,
Melba Joyce
May 21, 2010
Joan [is] different. I knew the moment she stood to talk that there was something magical about her. This woman has presence. Not unusual for a Diva Songstress, I know. However, I believe that if you put her on stage with 100 other Diva Songstresses, she would still stand out. She is a woman who was placed here to be heard via spoken word, written word, and music. Joan is the perfect kind of bold. You listen because she is confident in her dream to use her voice. She has something to say and to sing. And she sings the reminder to us all. . . “Keep on dreamin, cuz only they come true!”
Melissa Y. Armstrong
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June 6, 2010 Sunday Jazz Brunch
Joan Cartwright is an inspiration, a role model, a brilliant educational visionary and a spicy addition to this journey called life. - Lydia Harris
7/22/2009 - Judy Joy Jones
Diva Joan Cartwright! A woman ahead of her time; with so many gifts all I can say is stand back and watch because her name is carved in history and future generations gonna be reading about Ms. Cartwright!
Beautiful Flowers
By Diva JC
The beauty of life is in a flower
It's light shines very brightly
It stands alone, outdoing all
That only seems so frightening
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November 22, 2009
Like Nancy, you are a visionary. Like King, you understand the need for an unstoppable movement. Like Mandela (prior to jail), you have little effective and active support. Like Ella, you are unique, loved and gifted.
Like Diva JC, only you decide how far to reach and for how long.
 Lydia Harris
November 9, 2009
Joan Cartwright defies LinkedIn classification restrictions. When you become acquainted with this passionate powerhouse, you quickly and clearly understand. Diva JC impacts multiple world cultures, transforming them with performances of her beloved jazz and writing the stories of the women who create its regal history. She has become a change agent, educating and entertaining us all with her "divatude" on the importance of remembering the roots of life, during the struggle to achieve the status, respect and dreams of our female ancestors. Joan is an inspiration, a role model, a brilliant educational visionary and a spicy addition to this journey called life. Thank you Joan for all you do to guide me in the search of my melody.
Lydia Harris
Joan Cartwright is one of the best vocal musicians, songwriters in our country today and some of the songs written by her will be Anthems for us to live by. -- SK
October 9, 2009
Joan,
I enjoyed listening to the show! Sorry your guest wasn't able to make it, however, it was good to learn more about you and your compositions. I'm so honored and blessed to have connected with you. I could really relate to what you said about the songs created as a result of experiences in relationships, from the poetry, etc. That's what I planned to talk a little bit about in the interview with Tania. Thank you so much for playing "Feel Love" during the show.
Have you communicated with Philip, lately? It's been a long time since I've heard from him. I really miss my "Angel." I trust that he's doing well.
Always, Kathy
October 8, 2009
Hi Joan.
I didn't get to see you perform at Prime Atlantis yet, but all my other experiences attending your performances says that joining you and Paul for another performance will be exciting. Hope to see you next Thursday.
Jean
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2009 Fort Lauderdale LINKS Honoree
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DIVA JC IN NEW YORK CITY
Joan is a force of nature! I would love to be there, soaking up all that culture!
RG
2/6/08
 Great stuff!
Joan's CD In Pursuit of a Melody is great. Top notch stuff! The Dr. Lonnie Smith tracks are just an added bonus!!
Linda Dachtyl
1/30/08
I absolutely love your "Feeling Good!" CD.
YOU ARE A JEWEL!
Jeff /CallaStyle
8/10/07
The Grande Dame "Diva Joan Cartwright" is by far the most amazing woman I have met in my relatively young years - - - being that it is probably my fourth or 8th time around this planet! Joan is a beautiful soul who has an extraordinary talent - She sings the blues, jazz and is a web diva - THE BEST! THE BOMB! She has been an amazing friend to me and has spoiled me as I hope I have spoiled her sustaining one another in times of need indeed. Joan is a Queen and those of you who do not know her; make sure you do.
Vanyan Nègès VIII/X/VII (c) Danièle Mangonès
5/1/07 - IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY
I really have to say that I completely loved your CD! It crosses Racial boundaries, age and its just uplifting! I really enjoyed the mixture of musical genres. The dance tracks and retro mixed in the history of jazz influences. It was brilliant. I know a legend. After listening to your CD and your band I was like I have met a legend! It was similar to like a musical buffet for the senses! Well done.
Samm Cooper
4/23/07
Joan Cartwright is unlike any other jazz singer you will ever meet. On the Shoulders of Giants: Joan Cartwright @ Sistrunk -
Jamaican author Geoffrey Philp publishes interviews, fiction, poetry and podcasts. www.geoffreyphilp.blogspot.com
1/22/2007
Watched the other videos from the new link and you are an amazing performer and woman. I wish we had someone like you here in the UK!!
I've never been a big internet user until now. But looking at how you promote music/arts as well as your performances through the internet, your network is a great example of how to do it....fantastic!
I consider myself small fish/a freshman in the pond and I can really relate to your passion, and appreciate your work, knowing that, if I had your knowledge, time and spare funds, I would want to do something very much on the same line.
"Big Respect" JC, the more I learn about your work, the more I am convinced you are really living the love of music sincerely and I take my hat off to you!!
Love your version of God Bless the Child, the Scat Session and what you do with youngsters etc. - forget it, no point naming titles to prove I've listened/watched. It's all great!
Take it from me, I don't BS - Tried to get your book via Amazon, no luck. I do intend to go back to your site to sort this as soon as get the time.
Sincerely, Love and Music Rules!
Ava Golding
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January 22, 2007 - Message from Cola Rum's mother
Feelin' Good (Sept 2006)
Segula Entertainment
Hi Joan, when I hear your songs it feels like: As deep as the ocean as its waves, so calming and nice. Feelin' Good!!!
Great music from a great lady! (August 2006)
Reviewer: Salena
Joan's voice is so soothing and bluesy. I had the pleasure of buying this CD as well as her others while in Shanghai this summer. Her shows are great and she even gives shout outs! I would encourage everyone to buy her music: it mellows you, it soothes you, it tantalizes you!
July 2006
Joan is one of the most authentic entertainers in the business
Reviewer:
Eric Wyatt
Joan has one of the most entertaining shows you can see live. She keeps the audience involved and is REALLY GREAT TO WORK WITH!! The cd is a Must Have!
4/7/06
- Joan Cartwright The Grand Dame of Jazz - Joan's new recording, In Pursuit of a Melody could be the very best recording to be released in 2006. I have always referred to Joan Cartwright as the diva. Well, Joan is certainly one of the most talented singer songwriters in the business, she can hold her own with the very best.
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- Miss Sandra Kaye
3/2/06
Hi Joan,
It was such a pleasure meeting you at the play and I look forward to us getting together soon. I absolutely loved your CDs. I will have to get more copies (autographed I hope) to share with a few friends. I am getting an early start on my Xmas gifts this year!
GMH
2/18/06
I have listened to Joan Cartwright's CD and it’s excellent. Everyone in the office thought so too.
R.V., Brighton, England
A trip around the world in sound!
Reviewer: bobby barber
This is a musical voyage of where we have been and where we may go; it captures the time we live in and validates our emotions. Mo' power to you home girl!
Joan Is Outrageously Wonderful!!
Reviewer: Sandra Kaye (click for website)
This recording could be the very best one to be released in 2006. I have always referred to Joan Cartwright as the diva. Well, Joan is certainly one of the most talented singer songwriters in the business, she can hold her own with the very best. This recording however shows her talent to the ultimate and you are going to love it. Remember, I told you so.
This record is Hot! Something for every age to enjoy
Reviewer: Lynne O
Only a mad woman or a genius could put together such diverse elements while maintaining the high quality of the music... A very interesting project, this. The samples definitely left me wanting to hear more. Joan is a smooth Jazz vocalist with an R&B flava to her sound. She's also a hot mama hipster hanging out with her outrageously talented cutting edge hip hop diva daughter. You go ladies! The band is hot-the tracks are clean. What more can I say? Good work - knock' em dead y'all!
9/18/04
Hey Girl
I love the website, I knew it would be great because I know you. The most impressive point being, it's informative, attractive, educational and done for us by us no pun intended. It's tops!!!!!!
TWK
8/26/04
Diva Joan Cartwright,
I was just recently in Atlanta, GA and visiting my brother RAY BROWN, whom you know. I heard you for the 1st time and it blew my mind. "Feelin Good" is smoking, you can truly claim to be a "DIVA."
Why aren't you recording and releasing more? It's been too long since "Feelin Good" came out, have you released anything since? Have you appeared out here on the West Coast?
We have a 24/7 Jazz&Blues station, KJazz/88.1fm that you should send a CD to so that Jazz/Blues fans out here and around the world could get to hear you since KJazz is on the www.JazzandBlues.org
God has blessed you and you should share that blessing with as many people possible and us Jazz/Blues fans out here on the West coast would sure appreciate hearing a true DIVA.
Peace my beautiful AFRICAN-AMERICAN DIVA, hope you will soon release more "Smokin'" CD's.
Ray Brown my Brother, says "hi", he still living in Atlanta.
Dan Dudley
Great interpretations!
Reviewer: Tom Burt
Joan Cartwright's, Feelin' Good CD, truly demonstrates what Jazz-Vocal interpretation is all about. Quite obviously, Joan, is in a class by herself as she makes each song her own here. There is no doubt about it...one of today's Jazz greats...Bravo!
Thanks, to my fans!
Reviewer: Diva Joan Cartwright
I want to say, "THANK YOU!" to CDBaby.com for promoting my CD and to all the people who've purchased my CD and those who have written reviews. Truly, this CD has enabled me to help thousands FEEL GOOD! and I AM GRATEFUL. My new CD, IN PURSUIT OF A MELODY will be available very soon on CDBaby.com
GREAT CD!!!! Keep Feelin' Good Joan, you make everyone feel GREAT!
Reviewer: Mimi Johnson / CAUSTIC DAMES (click for website)
The Caustic Dames have Feelin' Good in rotation! Listen to Jazz Meets HipHop every Thurs to hear Joan featured on The Caustic Dames single release URBAN COMMANDO!!! JAZZ MEETS HIPHOP @ www.dr-love.com Every Thursday, USA, Eastern Time from 4pm - 6pm and BUY IT! JOAN GOT US FEELIN' GREAT!!!!
Reviewer: K. A. Clarke
Feelin Good swings and is full of life thanks to the emotive vocal artistry of Ms Cartright and her wonderful accompanists.I definitely recommend it as a fine example America's Only Classical Music: Jazz.
great!
Reviewer: franklin gaskin
hey joan I was listeniing to the cd and I love it. You did give me a cd and i let someone here it and NEVER got it back! but hopefully i'll be able to get anothher when I get there and we can go over the material and maybe get some gigs there in the Atlanta area I'll keep listening as the days go by between now and then and hope to have a good grasp on the tunes. ciao
Absolutely spectacular I listen to it often while painting or back ground music
Reviewer: Christine Velez Stone
very inspirational,makes you want to get up and swing dance. I love the rthym the beat is jumping and Joan's sense of humor and witt comes dancing through the speakers to you and yes she also sings the blues in such a way that you actually lament for a moment or two, but then she comes through with insirational strength, and sensuality. Thank you Joan love it, love it, love it!!!
Joan Is Out Of Sight!
Reviewer: Sandra Kaye
I Love "Feeling Good" Joan has a sound that is like no one else, mature and sexy with lots of charm and sophistication. Joan is also one of the finest songwriters alive. The personnel is among the best musicians in the business. The whole CD is like coming to a night club performance and feeling happy you came. That's why I love "Feeling Good" Just one listen and you will love "Feeling Good" too.
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WORKSHOPS BY JC
CDS by Joan Cartwright
This is a musical voyage of where we have been and where we may go; it captures the time we live in and validates our emotions. Mo' power to you home girl! A trip around the world in sound! -- bobby barber
 Joan Is Out Of Sight!
Reviewer: Sandra Kaye - I Love "Feeling Good" Joan has a sound that is like no one else, mature and sexy with lots of charm and sophistication. Joan is also one of the finest songwriters alive. The personnel is among the best musicians in the business. The whole CD is like coming to a night club performance and feeling happy you came. That's why I love "Feeling Good" Just one listen and you will love "Feeling Good" too.
Books by Joan Cartwright
Joan is the first woman in the world with a jazz and blues song book.
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