Antonia Bennett

Antonia Bennett in a very special show at the Loft! Part of the Frostburg State University Cultural Event Series Timeless Songs and True Romance“… conjures echoes of Billie Holiday and Rickie Lee Jones.” (New York Times)Celebrate Valentine’s season with an unforgettable evening of jazz as Antonia Bennett takes the stage for an intimate, romantic concert filled with timeless melodies, heartfelt storytelling and the next chapter in a remarkable jazz legacy. The future of jazz is in exceptionally good hands with Antonia Bennett—a captivating vocalist whose artistry bridges tradition and innovation. The daughter of legendary singer Tony Bennett and a proud Berklee College of Music alumna, Antonia carries forward a rich musical legacy while confidently shaping her own distinct voice.Known for her sultry, sophisticated tone—at once sassy and classy—Bennett brings a magnetic presence to the stage. An accomplished performer and songwriter, her music honors the timeless elegance of jazz standards while seamlessly weaving in original compositions that feel right at home alongside classics from the Great American Songbook. With her signature blend of reverence and reinvention, she creates a sound that is both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. By the time Antonia could walk and talk, she was performing alongside her father sharing the spotlight with some of the greatest entertainers in history at renowned venues across the globe including Radio City Music Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, the Umbria Jazz Festival, the Newport Jazz Festival, The Greek Theatre, Royal Albert Hall, and Caesars Palace. Her upbringing exposed her to iconic figures like Rosemary Clooney, Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Gene Kelly, and others who served as mentors and inspirations, setting the stage for a lifelong devotion to the craft of performance. In addition to her live performances, Antonia also had the honor of recording a duet with Tony Bennett on “I’ve Got My Love to Keep Me Warm”, featured on his 2008 holiday album ‘A Swingin’ Christmas’. Antonia's fond memories of the holidays were the inspiration for her latest release ‘Happy Holidays, with Love’ featuring favorite holiday classics that Antonia has made her own. Her voice has been described as "captivating," with the ability to evoke both timeless and contemporary sensibilities. Critics have compared her sound to icons such as Billie Holiday and Rickie Lee Jones, with echoes of the sultry, playful qualities of Betty Boop. Antonia Bennett is more than just the daughter of a legend. With her unique style, she’s carving out a remarkable career that adds new depth to the legacy of American jazz. Her voice is sultry and sophisticated, sassy and classy—capturing the timeless allure of jazz while firmly anchoring it in today’s musical landscape. $37 advanced ticket, $40 at the door ( likely to sell out though!)