Ava Preston – Jazz Arts Project Summer Jazz Café
Ava Preston is a 21-year-old vocalist known for her rich blend of jazz, blues, indie, and original music. A recent Juilliard Master’s graduate and winner of the 2026 International Ella Fitzgerald Jazz Vocal Competition, she blends soulful storytelling with deep musicality. On the national scene, Ava has performed at iconic venues like Dizzy’s Club, Blues Alley, and the Monterey Jazz Festival, drawing inspiration from legends like Ella Fitzgerald alongside contemporary artists like Carole King.