Yale-honored, Six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo; violinist Kersten electrifies the stage with a fusion of classical mastery and untamed improvisation, enchanting seasoned audiences while sparking fresh excitement in a new generation.

a queen on the rise.

Kersten Steven’s latest release, QUEEN RISING, showcases a fresh take on jazz by blending authenticity with collaboration, featuring some of the most respected names in the industry. The album is co-produced with 8-time Grammy-winning bassist Christian McBride, who also plays on every track and co-wrote several original songs with her. They also reimagined classics like “Someday We’ll All Be Free” and “Best Part.” The project was mixed by 10-time Grammy-winning engineer Todd Whitelock, known for working with stars like Yo-Yo Ma, Harry Connick Jr., and Wynton Marsalis. She’s earned recognition from Yale University, the NAACP, and Hal Jackson’s Talented Teens. QUEEN RISING positions her among a new wave of jazz artists pushing the genre forward with both reverence and innovation.

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