Lydia Harrell is a vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose music blurs the lines between Jazz, Folk, Blues, and Soul. With warmth and authenticity, she invites listeners into a space where music inspires connection, reflection, and joy.  

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About the Performer:

Her voice has graced iconic stages and intimate venues alike, from performing alongside Jon Batiste and the Boston Pops to captivating audiences at the Apollo Theater and beyond. A two-time jazz competition winner, Lydia's accolades include singing lead on a Sony Music Latin Bob Marley tribute album and lending her talents to an Emmy-winning song featured on The Young and the Restless. In 2023, she added the Iguana Fund grant to her growing list of achievements.

Beyond the stage, Lydia is an accomplished actress, appearing in films like Hulu’s Boston Strangler and theater productions like Ragtime: The Symphonic Concert with the Boston Pops. She is also an Assistant Professor at Berklee College of Music and Berklee Online, sharing her passion for music with the future generations of artists.

Whether through her performances or teaching, Lydia Harrell's mission is clear: to inspire genuine emotion, provoke thought, and unite people through the universal language of music.