Ann Burton

**Ann Burton** was a soulful Dutch jazz vocalist known for her warm, understated style and thoughtful interpretations of American standards. Born Johanna Rafalowicz in 1933, she rose to prominence in the 1970s after collaborating with pianist Louis van Dijk, earning acclaim for albums like *Burton For Certain* and her tender takes on classics like *Am I Blue* and *New York State of Mind*. A beloved figure in Japan, she toured there extensively, captured on live recordings like *宵のひととき(ライブ・イン・ジャパン '77)*. Her music blended subtlety with emotional depth, often reflecting her love for storytelling—evident in projects like the nostalgic *Ann of the Airlines* radio-style recording. Burton’s legacy endures as a bridge between European jazz sensibility and the Great American Songbook.

Genres

Vocal Jazz

Pop

Folk

Soul

Jazz

Blues

Contemporary Jazz

Easy Listening

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Latest Release

It Might As Well Be Love

Ann Burton

Album - 9 Tracks - Released June 25, 2023