Having helped produce jazz festivals in Baltimore City, Washington, D.C., and Anne Arundel County, Annapolis jazz vocalist Theresa Sise returns to centerstage backed by the region’s top musicians.  Like many jazz artists, Sise experienced a halt to live public performances last spring and summer. Now she and her band are are back in motion – entertaining jazz lovers in person and online. Sweet Tea includes sought after players from both sides of the Bay Bridge: drummer Frank Russo, bassist Max Murray and pianist Darius Scott.

The concert theme is “Everybody’s Crying Mercy.”  Sets will feature nostalgic fall chestnuts like “September in the Rain” along with topical tunes addressing our shared  experiences (“Give Me the Simple Life”). Get ready for eye-opening social satire from Mose Allison (“Everybody’s Crying Mercy” and “Your Mind is on Vacation”) and a bit of inspiration from the beloved Muppet movie classic, “Rainbow Connection.” Sise leaves her audience entertained, amused and hopeful for smoother sailing in days ahead.

Theresa Sise has performed throughout the region with small combos and big bands. Her trio features well respected Mid-Atlantic musicians who performed and recorded widely before teaming up to guide the young vocalist on her jazz journey. Theresa Sise & Sweet Tea sold out their pre- COVID concerts at 49 West and Café Mezzanotte and hit a home run with their return engagement to Cafe Mezzanotte in late September!

Theresa Sise is a Jazz Beyond Borders performing artist. Now in its fifth year, Jazz Beyond Borders is a cultural diversity project bringing international performing and recording artists to concert halls and classrooms. Stay tuned for more monthly and special events presented by Jazz Beyond Borders both inside and outdoors in the 2020-21 program year