Russian by birth — American by music: NYC-based, critically acclaimed vocalist Svetlana is an “erudite, purist torchy jazz chanteuse” (Lucid Culture), that leads her “subtle, compelling, eclectic jazz combos” “NYC darlings” bands playing music that is firmly based in the jazz tradition but is also for “here and now” (NY Music Daily), “sophisti-pop… exuberant, foot-stompin’ music that combines swing with pop-singer/songwriter sensibilities” (WPIX11 News). New York Collective is conquering the world with a sound that blends swing, straight-ahead jazz, strong vocal delivery, exciting improvisational aspects and stage presence.
