Bio
Lucia Fodde was born in Sardinia, and from a young age, she developed an unrestrained passion for music, taking piano lessons and participating in the church choir, showcasing her extraordinary ability to handle time and melody. After a period as a vocalist in the pop scene, Lucia wholeheartedly embraced jazz.
As a leader, she embarked on projects with jazz trios and quartets, collaborating with various Italian and international artists. During this time in Italy, she recorded an album with the Lov'n Jazz Quartet, further solidifying her presence in the Italian jazz scene.
Over the years, Lucia has participated in masterclasses with luminaries such as Sheila Jordan and Rachel Gould, among others. Lucia pursued a Jazz course at the prestigious Conservatorio 'P. Luigi da Palestrina' in Cagliari, earning a diploma in "Vocal Jazz."
After carefully exploring her musical journey, Lucia Fodde decided to move to Berlin in 2013, driven by a personal and artistic need for new stimuli. This relocation aimed to optimize her skills as a singer-songwriter and vocalist.
In Berlin, she quickly became part of the local jazz scene, performing not only in the best jazz clubs in Berlin but also throughout Germany and internationally. During her years in Berlin, Lucia has worked with international artists and, as a leader, created various projects in the jazz realm, including STRAIGHT NO CHASER, a tribute to Thelonious Monk, and LADY SINGS THE BLUES, a tribute to Billie Holiday, the latter of which is still active.
In the realm of Música Popular Brasileira (MPB), she has led a tribute to Elis Regina, ELIS, and SOUNDS OF BRASIL. Her latest project is called SAMBA E AMORE, in which Lucia pays homage to the 1970s era when artists like Chico Buarque and Vinicius de Moraes, due to the dictatorship, self-exiled to Italy, producing albums in Italian with prominent Italian artists such as Ennio Morricone, Ornella Vanoni, Mina, and many others. In this project, Lucia sings in Italian.
Since relocating, Lucia has released three additional albums and five singles under her own name. She has graced numerous prominent venues and festivals globally, including the Summer Jazz Festival 2023 in Pinneberg, where she emerged victorious with her ensemble comprising Yuriy Seredin on piano, Giacomo Tagliavia on bass, and Jesus Vega on drums.
Discography
Recognition
Lucia's work has been recognized internationally, with several songs from her albums 'Traces of You' and 'Harlem Beats' earning accolades from All About Jazz. Highlights include:
- "Atras da Porta" (Song of the Day, Sep. 2022; Top 10 Songs of 2022)
- "Dentro Questo Vento" (Song of the Day, Oct. 2022; Top 10 Songs, Oct. 2022)
- "Mood Indigo" (Song of the Day, Jan. 2024; Top 10 Songs, Jan. 2024; included in More Best of 2024)
- "A Flower is a Lovesome Thing" (Song of the Day, Apr. 2024)
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Photo Credits
Davide di Palo Photography - David Beecroft Photography - Gilles Soubeyrand Photografie - Singingriver.films Jaime Molleda - Bernd Kumar - Cindy Albrecht
Testimonials about Lucia Fodde
"Lucia is among Italian jazz artists blending contemporary and traditional rhythms with innovative melodies and harmonies. Known for her rhythmic sense, melodic sensitivity, and scat singing." - "Mixing traditional, contemporary, and Brazilian jazz forms with lyrics in Italian, English, and Portuguese, all performed with seemingly effortless virtuosity, Lucia Fodde delivers a unique and emotionally satisfying musical experience." - (James Reynolds)
"With a sensual and unforgettable voice, much like the island of her birth, Lucia possesses an incredible sense of musicality and precision. Her performances have a captivating quality that leaves you wanting more. Her intricate improvisations, however, feel as natural as breathing, and her execution is always warm and personal." - (Kenny Wesley)
Reviews TRACES OF YOU - 2022
JAZZ JOURNAL (UK)
"Fodde has become a skilled songwriter...she revitalizes 'That Old Feeling' more expressively than Chet Baker." - Jazz Journal
MUSICAL NEWS (ITA)
"Jazz, swing e bebop per celebrare gli anni a Berlino, velati da una nostalgia per la natia terra: composizioni dannatamente piene di energie positive, capaci di emozionare e di fondere eleganza e intensità espressiva. - Musicalnews
PER SEMPRE NEWS (ITA)
“Dentro questo vento è un ottimo punto di fusione tra cantautorato e jazz, che ci aspettiamo di apprezzare ancora di più nell’album di prossima uscita Traces of you". - Persemprenews
"Traces of you di Lucia Fodde: la storia del jazz, fatta di pura poesia" - Persemprenews
AUDIOFOLLIA (ITA)
“Qui abbiamo una voce memorabile, degna delle vocalist più quotate ed affascinanti. Nulla da invidiare a voci come Diana Krall, Norah Jones o all’italianissima Chiara Civello. Lucia Fodde propone musica di grande
qualità, testi (anche) in italiano levigati e di grande poetica, ed è il caso di ‘Dentro questo vento’, un jazz raffinatissimo: tutto quello di cui la musica italiana oggi avrebbe bisogno.”- Audiofollia
SOUNDCONTEST (ITA)
"Tecnica e virtuosismo canoro che sono i segni distintivi di una incredibile jazzista come Lucia Fodde che con una facilità tipica dei musicisti di alta scuola riesce a spaziare dall’italiano, all’inglese, fino al portoghese, con composizioni che mescolano bellissimi standard jazz e tradizionali brasiliani, regalandoci incredibili emozioni in musica." - Sound Contest
Reviews TRACES OF YOU - 2022
JAZZ JOURNAL (UK)
"Fodde has become a skilled songwriter...she revitalizes 'That Old Feeling' more expressively than Chet Baker." - Jazz Journal
MUSICAL NEWS (ITA)
"Jazz, swing e bebop per celebrare gli anni a Berlino, velati da una nostalgia per la natia terra: composizioni dannatamente piene di energie positive, capaci di emozionare e di fondere eleganza e intensità espressiva. - Musicalnews
PER SEMPRE NEWS (ITA)
“Dentro questo vento è un ottimo punto di fusione tra cantautorato e jazz, che ci aspettiamo di apprezzare ancora di più nell’album di prossima uscita Traces of you". - Persemprenews
"Traces of you di Lucia Fodde: la storia del jazz, fatta di pura poesia" - Persemprenews
AUDIOFOLLIA (ITA)
“Qui abbiamo una voce memorabile, degna delle vocalist più quotate ed affascinanti. Nulla da invidiare a voci come Diana Krall, Norah Jones o all’italianissima Chiara Civello. Lucia Fodde propone musica di grande
qualità, testi (anche) in italiano levigati e di grande poetica, ed è il caso di ‘Dentro questo vento’, un jazz raffinatissimo: tutto quello di cui la musica italiana oggi avrebbe bisogno.”- Audiofollia
SOUNDCONTEST (ITA)
"Tecnica e virtuosismo canoro che sono i segni distintivi di una incredibile jazzista come Lucia Fodde che con una facilità tipica dei musicisti di alta scuola riesce a spaziare dall’italiano, all’inglese, fino al portoghese, con composizioni che mescolano bellissimi standard jazz e tradizionali brasiliani, regalandoci incredibili emozioni in musica." - Sound Contest
Reviews Harlem Beats - 2024
JAZZ JOURNAL (UK)
"There is by now a long, long history of reinterpretation of the standard repertoire, including grafting it onto other styles and rhythms, but it’s unlikely anyone has heard Ellington and Ellington-related charts treated quite as Berlin-based singer Lucia Fodde does on this striking album." - Jazz Journal
SYSTEM FAILURE (ITA)
"La duttilità della voce di Lucia è in grado di adattarsi a qualunque soluzione sonora […] il disco colpisce per l’approccio originale, che svela perfettamente come Lucia abbia trovato una strada personale attraverso il jazz.
WOMEN IN JAZZ MEDIA (UK)
"Harlem Beatsis a bold sonic exploration, reflecting the experimental vision of artist Lucia Fodde. Embracing the classic repertoire of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, Fodde injects a breath of fresh innovation into some of jazz's most celebrated classics...." - Womeninjazzmedia
SOUNDCONTEST (ITA)
"Harlem Beats è un’audace esplorazione sonora. L’approccio alla produzione riflette la visione sperimentale dell’artista Lucia Fodde che ha abbracciato il repertorio classico di Duke Ellington e Billy Strayhorn, portando una fresca ventata di innovazione ad alcuni tra i più celebri classici del jazz." - Soundcontest
Reviews Harlem Beats- 2024
JAZZ JOURNAL (UK)
"There is by now a long, long history of reinterpretation of the standard repertoire, including grafting it onto other styles and rhythms, but it’s unlikely anyone has heard Ellington and Ellington-related charts treated quite as Berlin-based singer Lucia Fodde does on this striking album." - Jazz Journal
SYSTEM FAILURE (ITA)
"La duttilità della voce di Lucia è in grado di adattarsi a qualunque soluzione sonora […] il disco colpisce per l’approccio originale, che svela perfettamente come Lucia abbia trovato una strada personale attraverso il jazz.
WOMEN IN JAZZ MEDIA (UK)
"Harlem Beatsis a bold sonic exploration, reflecting the experimental vision of artist Lucia Fodde. Embracing the classic repertoire of Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, Fodde injects a breath of fresh innovation into some of jazz's most celebrated classics...." - Womeninjazzmedia
SOUNDCONTEST (ITA)
"Harlem Beats è un’audace esplorazione sonora. L’approccio alla produzione riflette la visione sperimentale dell’artista Lucia Fodde che ha abbracciato il repertorio classico di Duke Ellington e Billy Strayhorn, portando una fresca ventata di innovazione ad alcuni tra i più celebri classici del jazz." - Soundcontest
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"SAMBA E AMORE"
From Brazil to Italy – the exile songs of Chico Buarque and Vinicius de Moraes in Italian.
Lucia has brought several Brazilian music projects to the stage over the years (such as ELIS and SOUNDS OF BRASIL with Daniel Marques, Amoy Ribas, among others).
This is her latest project called 'SAMBA E AMORE', featuring songs by iconic Brazilian composers such as Chico Buarque, Vinicius de Moraes, Toquinho., and many others.
Lucia in this projects sings in italian.
Line up: Lucia Fodde (vocals), Tom Maciel (piano), Eudinho Soares (guitar), Trigo Santana (bass), and Ney Victor (drums).
SINGING LESSONS
Who the lessons are for
Lessons are open to singers of all levels — from beginners to professional vocalists — and to all musical styles.
Each path is shaped according to the singer’s artistic goals, experience, and individual voice.
Jazz
For singers interested in jazz, lessons include work on phrasing, swing feel, improvisation, and scat singing.
We also explore harmonic analysis of the repertoire — including harmonic degrees, key centers, chord functions, and form — to develop deeper musical awareness and interpretative freedom.
Vocal Technique
Technical work focuses on body awareness and grounding, breath support, vocal balance, range development, resonance, and healthy sound production.
Particular attention is given to vocal register placement and coordination, as well as to the transition between registers (chest voice, head voice, and mixed voice), in order to achieve a free, connected, and flexible sound throughout the range.
Technique is always integrated with musical expression, interpretation, and stage presence.
Languages
Lessons can be held in German, English, or Italian.
Format
Lessons are available in person in Berlin or online.
Lucia Fodde holds a Doctorate in Jazz Vocal Performance from the Conservatory “Pierluigi da Palestrina” in Cagliari (Italy)
Foto by Bernd Kumar
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