A Seattle fixture for over a decade, NicoleYvette celebrates the release of her debut album Say Yes — a spirit-filled jazz record produced by three-time GRAMMY® winner Sara Gazarek. The album features songs with Kurt Elling, Joel Ross, Keyon Harrold, J. Ivy, Terri Lyne Carrington, Larry Goldings, Paul Cornish, and Lenard Simpson.
NicoleYvette brings her luminous voice and deeply personal songwriting to The Royal Room for an unforgettable evening of original music, joined by several members of the studio band that recorded Say Yes.

“I’ve been writing some version of these songs my entire life.” — NicoleYvette

The Band

Dawn Clement, piano — Pianist, vocalist, and composer, described by DownBeat as “always ready with the lyricism or structure the moment needs.” A torchbearer of the jazz tradition with six albums as a leader and the primary arranger on Say Yes.

Andrew Renfroe, guitar — New York-based guitarist whose earthy, vocal approach and rich harmonic sensibility have made him a rising voice on the jazz scene.

Christian Euman, drums — An in-demand drummer shaped by the Herbie Hancock Institute, with touring credits alongside Kurt Elling, Jacob Collier, Billy Childs, and Sara Gazarek.

Michael Glynn, bass — Seattle’s own Michael Glynn brings decades of experience across jazz and beyond, with performances spanning the US, Europe, and beyond.