Julia Lamberti Jazz Quartet

Members

Julia Lamberti (vocals)

Julia is an established live performer, songwriter and recording artist who performs material from an eclectic range of genres.  Jazz and blues are her first loves and her sound and style are heavily influenced by timeless artists like Eva Cassidy, Natalie Cole, Nina Simone and Norah Jones.  Julia has performed at virtually every music venue in the Gauteng area and had the honour of being featured in the 2007 Joy of Jazz Festival.  Her previous corporate clients include Eskom, Sasol, Microsoft, Coke Cola International, Massmart Holdings, Porsche South Africa and Nedbank. 

Pohl Fink (keyboard)

Pohl's exquisite style has a classical jazz feel, peppered with the soul and flavour of gospel, funk, R&B.  He has worked with some of the hottest jazz and gospel outfits in the Cape and Gauteng and is a talented and fun addition to the quartet. 

Anthony Koopman (bass)

Anthony is a skilled performer who has played with everyone from successful rock outfits like Mean Mr Mustard to top South African jazz musicians like Judith Sephuma and Simphiwe Dana.  Anthony also trains aspiring bass players at his weekly Damelin College music course and has had extensive session experience in studios in Cape Town and Johannesburg.  Like Julia, his passion is jazz and blues and his impressive technique and creativity form an integral part of the group’s sound and identity. 

Esra Isaacs (drums and percussion)

Esra Isaacs is a prolific drummer who has enjoyed playing at major festivals, corporate events and television shows over his 15 year career in this industry.  He currently works with several original and cover bands and his achievements include appearances on E-TV’s “Back Stage” and, more recently, performing for millions at the 2010 FIFA Opening & Closing concerts as drummer for the local outfit Steady Rock.