Quiana Lynell

Quiana Lynell (born April 16, 1981) is an American blues and jazz singer, arranger and songwriter.

Early life Lynell was born in Tyler, Texas. She grew up in a religious home and was exposed to gospel music from a young age. During high school she was in the all-state choir.

Education Lynell moved to Baton Rouge for her education. Lynell earned a B.A. degree in Vocal Performance from Louisiana State University on a scholarship.

Career Lynell began her singing career as a classical singer

In 2017 she won the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition and as a result of the award she received a recording contract with Concord Records.

Lynell has performed with Nona Hendryx, Terence Blanchard, Jon Cowherd, Marvin Sewell, Eric Harland, Herbie Hancock, Patti Austin, Bilal, Ledisi, and with local artists and bands in Louisiana. She regularly performs at venues in New Orleans and Baton Rouge, including at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival on multiple occasions. In 2017, with the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Lynell performed a tribute concert to Ella Fitzgerald, celebrating her 100th birthday. In 2018, Lynell was a featured artist with Bernard Purdie's All-Star Shuffle, and Bobbi Humphrey, at Brooklyn Academy of Music's R&B Festival in Brooklyn.

In 2016, Lynell released the EP Loving Me (Q Sound) and the single Baton Rouge (Q Sound). Lynell has been a featured soloist on studio albums.

Lynell has held several teaching positions, including as band directors in elementary and middle schools.

Personal life Lynell has two children and lives in Baton Rouge.