Beautiful vocal jazz standards with just a dash of fresh and new. Heather Ferguson is a jazz-rooted vocalist and songwriter whose artistry has come into full bloom in mid-life, shaped by experience, discipline, and a deep commitment to craft. With a voice that balances elegance and emotional power, she brings energy and nuance to her songs, both those she writes herself and the jazz standards she loves to interpret. As a performer and recording artist, she is becoming a compelling presence within contemporary audiences. This is the fifth of 8 concerts in this season's Musical Mélange series.