Pink Martini

Pink Martini, formed by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, is a unique ‘little orchestra’ blending classical, Latin, traditional pop, and jazz, captivating audiences worldwide. After securing a nomination for Song of the Year at France’s Victoires de la Musique Awards with their debut single ‘Sympathique’ in 1997, Pink Martini released their critically acclaimed debut album of the same name later that year. Formed by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, with lead vocalist China Forbes joining in 1995, the ‘little orchestra’ quickly established a reputation for blending classical, Latin, traditional pop, and jazz. Their distinctive multilingual repertoire allowed the group to create a ‘musical travelogue’ experience.

Marking its twentieth anniversary in 2014, Pink Martini received significant industry recognition with inductions into both the Hollywood Bowl Hall of Fame and the Oregon Music Hall of Fame. In 2016, the group showcased its diverse repertoire with the album ‘Je dis oui!’ followed by the ‘Sympathique – 20th Anniversary Edition’ in 2018. Continuing their collaborative spirit, Pink Martini released ‘Besame Mucho’ featuring Edna Vazquez and ‘Tomorrow’ featuring Jimmie Herrod in 2019. The ensemble, typically featuring 10-12 musicians, continues to enchant global audiences with its distinctive sound, seamlessly navigating diverse musical traditions and languages on concert stages and with symphony orchestras worldwide.