Joanna Rose Hernandez

Instrument: Voice

Year Joined the Band: January 2019 and counting…

Favorite Esquires Tune:  There are so many nostalgically beautiful tunes to choose from. However, I can say that anything arranged by Quincy Jones would have to be my absolute favorite.

Musical Influences: Jazz and soul vocalists of yesterday… Carmen McRae, Shirley Horne, Shirley Bassey, Nancy Wilson, Nat King Cole, Anita O’day, Betty Carter, Sarah Vaughn, Chet Baker and the list goes on.

Studying / Profession: I studied, wrote and recorded music while living abroad in Madrid, Barcelona, and Paris.

Hobbies: I adore salsa dancing! Writing keeps my poetic chops sharp and of course learning new languages.

A Little Something About You: Music is my LIFE. Sharing it with others is my passion. Connecting to my audience while singing is my purpose.

Best Part of Being an Esquire: The BEST is yet to come!!