Press Quotes
"Kelly Green does something few artists can, she redraws the contours of jazz itself."
"...Green’s voice, clear, commanding, transcendent...she has become one of the most quietly revolutionary vocalists of her generation."
-Paris-Move, Thierry De Clemensat (whole Corner of My Dreams Review here)
“Kelly Green is a triple threat as pianist, vocalist and composer”
-Jazz Weekly, George Harris
“Her piano playing is sophisticated and modern while also being connected to the tradition. Her vocals are subtle, quietly expressive and full of insight.”
- Scott Yanow, LA Jazz Scene
“Her love of music-making and of her audience is as warmly undeniable as it is rare in this hypercompetitive digital age.”
- San Francisco Classical Voice, Jeff Kaliss
“Vocally, Sarah Vaughan seems to be an obvious influence; on the keys, Green plays with a strong sense for space and a flair for the unexpected…What’s most auspicious is her own compositions, and the outside-the-box sensibility that pervades them.”
- New York Music Daily
“She is no mere songwriter, but an artist and performer in toto…Green’s composing skills are more than impressive.”
-All About Jazz, C. Michael Bailey
Corner of My Dreams Reviews
"Easily one of the finest jazz
vocal albums of the year."
-Jazz Wax, Marc Meyers
"Listening to her work is like opening a book written by the soul itself, vulnerable, complex, and unapologetically authentic."
"There’s no doubt: Kelly Green is one of the most gifted vocalists working today. She owns her artistry in the same way Dalí owned his melting clocks and surreal landscapes, with unshakable confidence in her vision and an embrace of the fantastical."
-Paris-Move, Thierry De Clemensat
“Kelly Green offers a deeply personal and musically ambitious album that firmly establishes her as not just a virtuosic pianist and distinctive vocalist, but also as a mature composer, lyricist, and arranger.”
“Corner of My Dreams is a rare concept album where lyrical intimacy, compositional vision, and ensemble synergy converge into a unified statement. It rewards full-album listening, inviting the audience not only into Green’s grief and healing but into a broader meditation on presence, absence, and connection...Take the time. Let her in. Step into the corner of a dream.”
-The Concert Witness
Seems Reviews!
Rated - Indispensible on Paris-Move.com
"‘Seems’ is an album of incredible class with musicians you’ll instantly adore..."
"...when intelligence is evident on every page, a feeling of immense happiness overwhelms us and that’s the case with ‘Seems’, as charming as it is indispensable."
- Thierry De Clemensat, Paris-Move.com
Kelly Green Quartet Live at Zinc Bar Review! (Feb 2025)
"...a performance that was both deeply personal and universally resonant." -the Concert Witness
Interview on All About Jazz discussing "Seems" and much more!
"This album is spectacular..."
-Sirius XM Radio
"Augmented by an inspired ensemble, Green makes a grander point: jazz can act as a microcosmic model for broader human synergy and cooperation."
-Morgan Enos, Full Interview on UK Jazz News
"Kelly Green sings with confidence and authority + she's is a swinging pianist with a tight bandstand-proven trio, to which, they have added Elijah J. Thomas on flute."
-Russell Perry, WTJU FM
"She showcases her stellar ensemble, her clear and articulate vocals, as well as her strong piano playing! This production takes the listener on a journey not to be missed. BRAVO!"
- Rufus Reid/Jazz Bassist/Composer
"...a varied album which should appeal far beyond the typical jazz audience. This is feel-good music for uncertain times.
...whimsical style of a latter-day Blossom Dearie.."
-Alan Musson, Full Review on UK Vibe
Life Rearranged
Featured
Reviews
L.A. Jazz Scene
"Her piano playing is sophisticated and modern while also being connected to the tradition. Her vocals are subtle, quietly expressive and full of insight."
"There are many highpoints to this impressive set. “Never Will I Marry” and “I Should Care” are given fresh vocals as Kelly Green really digs into the words. “If You Thought To Ask Me” is a moody instrumental that is well worth being adopted by others."
"But the main star is Kelly Green, whose wistful ballad singing on “Simple Feelings” and “If I’m Lucky” show a maturity that one would not expect from a performer near the beginning of her career. Life Rearranged is highly recommended and available from www.kellygreenpiano.com"
by Scott Yanow
"Green is someone to keep your eye on."
By: delarue
Hot House Magazine
by George Harris
All About Jazz
"From the first song presented on her debut recording, Life Rearranged Green establishes that she is no mere songwriter, but an artist and performer in toto."
"Green's sure command of the piano and her well-trained voice ensures that she can plumb the depths of even the craggy time signature changes found in her performance of Frank Loesser's "Never Will I Marry."
"Green's "If you thought to Ask Me" possesses and 1930s personality, something like a cross between Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman. Green's composing skills are more than impressive, making this first recording that much more appealing."
by C Michael Bailey
Folio Weekly
"Kelly Green’s debut recording, Life Rearranged, released just a few weeks ago, has cemented her place as one of the most-talked-about new jazz artists in America..."
“My favorite song is always one that I just recently learned,” she says. “Right now, it’s probably ‘Tongue Twister’ by Mulgrew Miller, for which we have a special trio arrangement. I also love ‘Conception’ by George Shearing.” With one foot firmly planted in the music’s vast history, and the other striding boldly into the future, Kelly Green is keeping ahead of the beat, with no ceiling on her potential."
by Shelton Hull
San Francisco Classical Voice
Kelly Green Trio : "Volume One" Reviews
"Greens voice and singing style are a fortuitous package deal providing beautifully conversational singing with a solid range and certain expression."
"Green's orchestral piano style."
- C. Michael Bailey , ALL ABOUT JAZZ
"Green has developed a distinctive voice. She makes use of various pianistic techniques, but it seems to me she is predominantly interested in melody."
by Steve Provizer
The New York City Jazz Record
Review by Scott Yanow
"...a performance that sets a high bar..."
"As a pianist, vocalist, arranger, and bandleader, Green maintains a rare balance, interacting with her trio while serving as her own foil."
"Green’s topical plaint “Daily Lies,” offers a glimpse of her as a composer with a strong melodic sense and a singer with a good feel for material that fits her well and a sound that can take on shades of early Betty Carter without the gymnastics."
By: Andrew Gilbert
Russian Review : Jazz Quad
Testimonials
"As a program director that is in constant search for inspiring and original artists to deliver solid teaching and good messages to students, I was delighted to have had Kelly Green and her quartet to visit to work with the JU Jazz Program and perform for us. Kelly is already a rising star, and her group of monster players manage and maintain a cohesion that is rare for even the Ney York scene. She's one of the most fluid and powerful super talents in the jazz piano world. Not to mention a tireless, original, and deeply creative jazz composer. But above it all, Kelly, Evan, Luca an Elijah were able to convey a sense of community in their teaching, and therefore what it means to build language together therein. My students gained more than just clinical instruction. They (we all) received a generosity of spirit and a deep human connection that taught us how to be in service to the music. "
-John Ricci, Director of Jazz Studies, Saxophone, Jacksonville University
"The Kelly Green Trio is firing on all cylinders!"
- Steve Wilson, World renowned Saxophonist
“I had the opportunity to play with Kelly Green’s trio and I was very impressed with her and each of the individuals in her group. I can see that the Kelly Green Trio is going to be one of the most outstanding groups in New York City. This album will be quite successful and will receive high ratings! I am looking forward to hearing it myself!”
-NEA Jazz Master, George Coleman
“ Kelly Green is one of the most talented & spirited people I know. Everything about her is joyous and swingin'! ”
-Christian McBride, renowned jazz bassist
"A talented young lady, Kelly Green...you're gonna be hearing a lot more from her!"
-Harold Mabern, renowned jazz pianist
"I have many adopted musical children and Kelly is one that rises to the top! She has such an empowered flare of diplomacy and elegance musically!"
-Johnny O'Neal, renowned jazz pianist/vocalist
"I've watched her musical growth closely during her studies here at UNF and she is very impressive. She completely understands the jazz language and puts it all together in a uniquely fresh way. Additionally, she writes and composes her own material and lyrics. Her maturity for her years is quite striking, that is to say that she plays with an abundance of feeling. I attended her senior recital and was immediately aware of the fact that I was listening to a potential star. She's a free spirit, an artist and she's going all the way to the top. Without the slightest hesitation I highly endorse her. Kelly is a winner!"
-Bunky Green, Jazz Saxophonist, former Director of Jazz Studies at University of North Florida
"It has been a pleasure and an honor to have Kelly Green as a member of our masters program, and as a member of the WP Jazz Orchestra. She was a consistently great student, but also someone who always played and acted like a true professional. She has a wonderful musical essence, takes care of business at the piano in many styles, and is a passionate singer who commands attention and respect onstage. She's one of those people whose spirit can change an entire musical community - that was true at William Paterson, and I look forward to seeing that extend through what I know will be a great career."
-Dr. David Demsey, Jazz Saxophonist, Director of Jazz Studies at William Paterson University