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Dynamic and self assured, Valerie Day has a voice that is evocative of another time, yet refreshingly modern. Gifted singer, skilled percussionist, in-demand session player and passionate advocate for arts education, Valerie is an artist of rare talent and dedication. First appearing on the world’s stage in the 80’s with the Pop/R&B band NU SHOOZ, she has since performed and recorded with a wide spectrum of artists ranging from the Oregon Symphony Pops to pianist Tom Grant, guitarist Dan Balmer, pianist Darrell Grant, celebrated jazz artist David Frishberg, and many others.

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Valerie’s most recent project is a show called Brain Chemistry For Lovers with Darrell Grant. Fusing cabaret, concert, and science lecture, Brain Chemistry For Lovers uses music, film and the latest discoveries in the world of neuroscience to explore one of the most universal of all human experiences – Romantic Love. Check out the preview below…

For more information about Brain Chemistry For Lovers, click HERE.


Or check out the link above to watch  the Oregon Art Beat piece on “the making of” Brain Chemistry For Lovers with Valerie Day, Darrell Grant, Jim Blashfield, John Smith, Dr. Larry Sherman, and the Portland Chamber Orchestra.

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SHADOW JAZZ II: a benefit concert for The Shadow Project at the Old Church
( January 3, 2010 )

The Shadow Project

Valerie Day, formerly with the Grammy nominated Pop/R&B band, NU SHOOZ, will be the featured performer in SHADOW JAZZ II, a concert to benefit The Shadow Project. Valerie will head up a stellar quartet with Mike Horsfall, piano and vibes, Dave Captein, bass, and Gary Hobbs, drums. The Shadow Project is a non-profit, fostering sucess for school children with learning challenges in Portland, Hillsboro and Yamhill County.

Tickets $25.00 at 800 838 3006
Saturday, March 6th, 7:30 p.m.
The Old Church, 1422 S.W. 11th Ave., Portland (click here for map and directions)