Currently a finalist for San Francisco’s 2010’s Cabaret Performer of the Year, Sheelagh Murphy is a talented vocalist with a wide range and sassy style. Described as a mix between Bette Midler and KD Lang, Sheelagh brings a fresh sound to classic tunes. She has played stages from New York to LA, from Dublin, Ireland to San Francisco, inspiring people with her passionate voice and dynamic stage presence. Her repertoire ranges from jazz to show tunes, from cabaret to blues, moving easily between styles with her full-bodied voice.
“I’ll Take You Dreaming” is Sheelagh’s first record, creating new arrangements of such classics as “Moon River” and “Dream a Little Dream”….. “ These songs are for everyone…beauty in music is universal, I just wanted to do a children’s record for so long..I merged my love of jazz and classical to create what I hope will be a relaxing album for all…” This CD, produced in collaboration with the talented Gawain Matthews. Sheelagh has performed at the Herbst Theater -SF, Birdland – NY, The Rrazz Room, The Plush Room, Jazz at Pearls, Bruno’s, The Millennium Biltmore and many more. To sample her work please go to www.sheelaghmurphy.com
“Sheelagh is the most intriguing presence” SF Chronicle
"Sheelagh, is a brassy and dynamic presence with a voice to match. Tough yet vulnerable, sexy and strong, she is delicious contradiction and constantly surprising." -Spencer Day
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