Cécile Verny

Cécile Verny
Cécile Verny at the Düsseldorf Jazz-Schmiede on 2 December 2011
Background information
Born1969 (age 56–57)
Abidjan, Ivory Coast
GenresJazz
OccupationsMusician, songwriter, producer
InstrumentVocals
Years active1987–present
LabelMinor Music
Member ofCécile Verny Quartet
Websitewww.cecile-verny.com

Cécile Verny (born 1969 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast) is a French jazz musician and the lead vocalist of the Cécile Verny Quartet, a jazz group based in Germany. Verny moved to France at a young age and later to Germany, where she developed her musical career. Her music blends elements of jazz, rock and French chanson. She is known for the original songs with her quartet and has been distinguished by awards in France and Germany.