Beloved jazz vocalist Thomasina Petrus brings must-see performance of The Life of Billie Holiday to St. Croix Falls Nov. 7

Thomasina Petrus’ music and storytelling pay tribute to the jazz great, highlighting Billie Holiday’s influence on American culture.  The historical concert features Petrus’ powerful and extraordinary voice, whose spine-tingling ability captures the vocal stylings of “Lady Day.”  Petrus’ performance will be accompanied by acclaimed pianist and songwriter, Thom West, whose effortless and soulful piano styling is regarded across jazz clubs and theaters.

Thomasina Petrus’ award-winning work is rooted in the legacy of Black women’s voices, creating robust music and formidable theatre experiences for stage and film.  Petrus has written numerous music scores and documentary sound tracks, and has performed with elite artists and music icons, including the one and only, Prince.