“The results are absolutely stunning, channeling the grit, energy and class of a performer that is just incredibly distinctive and one-of-a-kind.”
Award-winning Canadian vocalist and songwriter performing jazz, soul and blues with warmth, wit and a rich, expressive voice.
A glimpse into Cayla Brooke’s award-winning original music, drawing from jazz, soul, blues and gospel.
BOOKING FORMAT
Available for bookings throughout Alberta and British Columbia, with select Saskatchewan dates and other touring opportunities considered. Performance settings include singer-songwriter concerts, jazz and soul listening rooms, coffee houses, theatres, festivals, house concerts, private events and select patio performances.
Cayla performs solo, as a duo, trio, quartet, or with a full band, depending on the venue, budget, location, and event format.
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Cayla Brooke is an award-winning Canadian vocalist and songwriter whose music draws from jazz, soul, blues and gospel. After years away from performing, a conversation with her daughter prompted her return to the stage.
Her Eva Cassidy tribute grew into a series of sold-out concerts and led to the release of her debut album, Plush Red Chair. Her original song “When We Danced” won Best Jazz Song at the 2024 InterContinental Music Awards.
Whether performing with a full band or alone at the piano, Cayla combines expressive vocals, humour and personal storytelling to create a genuine connection with her audience.
“Comparisons to Adele are inevitable but Brooke covers her own ground. In fact, Brooke is more versatile in terms of feel ”
— Stacey Zering, No Depression Magazine
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Cayla Brooke is an award-winning Canadian vocalist and songwriter based in Alberta. Drawing from jazz, soul, blues and gospel, she combines a rich, expressive voice with warmth, humour and a natural ability to connect with an audience.
Cayla began singing as a child but stepped away from performing for several years. A conversation with her daughter challenged her belief that she had become too old to pursue music and prompted her return to the stage.
She created a concert celebrating the music of Eva Cassidy. What began as one show grew into a series of sold-out performances and led to the release of her debut album, Plush Red Chair.
No Depression Magazine called Cayla “the real deal,” while Jazz Corner described her as “distinctive and one-of-a-kind.” Her original song “When We Danced” won Best Jazz Song at the 2024 InterContinental Music Awards.
Cayla performs in formats ranging from intimate piano and vocal shows to full-band concerts. Her repertoire blends original music with fresh interpretations of familiar jazz, soul, blues and pop songs.
Through music and stories, Cayla creates performances that invite audiences to listen, laugh, remember and feel something.
Video sample: Fortune Cookie - Original Song Live (duo)
Rolling in the Deep, Live in Concert
Full-band performance showcasing Cayla’s powerful vocals and command of a large concert stage.